Bought a Newcastle & a Heinken 5L minikeg - BOTH leaked from the "Heineken-Style Tapping mechanism" when connected. Anybody else have this problem?
1111307
You don't have to use the Heineken tap the katorater has his own and if you did not receive it call the company
1111308
I did not but I've only had two heinikken kegs. I mostly use my own with the co2 attachment.
2054555
I have not had any issues with it so far. Check the seal and make sure you secure the lid before using. If it continues to leak, contact Ninja for a replacement. Hope that helps.
2019519
I have purchased the BeerTender here in the states and have also used it in Amsterdam. I can tell you that the other 5 Liter kegs in stores such as Warsteiner and others are not compatible with the BeerTender. Only pressurized 5l and 4 l kegs will work with this unit. I've been researching this all over the states and speaking with companies in Europe. The beers that John Hillestad mentioned are all pressurized and work in this unit, but only the Heineken and Heineken Light are available in the states so far. The others can be bought online and shipped to the states but they are 4 liter kegs not 5, and cost about $30 (20 euro) per keg plus an enormous amount to ship them here. I hope this info helps. I'm trying really hard to find more variety here in North America for this, I've even spoken with Heineken USA and Krups directly. They all say the other beers are coming but just not hear yet. Currently I have an order in place with a reseller in Holland for Amstel Bock and Amstel. It's crazy expensive. The Murphy's Irish Red should be excellent on this machine. Thanks. Steve
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Sorry, can't help you there. I've never had a leaking problem with my MaxExtract. Maybe the seals have dirt around them not allowing the device to seat smoothly into the track? Are the seals dried out? If so; try a thin layer of any brand extra virgin olive oil on them. Be sure to let it set a while before gently rubbing it off, though. If the seals are too bad, then look in your manual and see about replacing them.
1155581
Loosen and retighten the bolts at each joint. If it still leaks, it is defective. Return it to Amazon.
1244437
To me it sounds like there is no problem with the faucet itself, but maybe the beer is over carbonated if you force carbonated your beer or your serving pressure may be too high. I'd try turning off the co2 and purging the keg, then reset the pressure from about 5-10 psi and go from there. If the beer ends up being over carbonated, I'd purge the pressure off again and let it sit without any pressure on it for a day or two and see if it mellows out any.
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Personally , I sent mine back after we ordered the second pot, ours was leaking where the stainless and plastic is put together, not the basket overflowing, took awhile to figure that out, me pot fixed it for about 5 days.... Returned for full refund and bought a brewville, have not had any problems with it
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I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to high usage. I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to... » Read More I had the exact same problem and is was leaking until I really torqued it down. With the extremely course threads, typical for this connection, it was a matter of maybe a millimeter between sealed and not. We chose not to use it. I may try another, thicker, gasket and try it again but I don't know if that will help or not. I have not encountered this problem with other hoses or connections. I was replacing the same hose and connections that was in good use for about two years and never had this problem before. I was replacing the previous hose because the hose itself just wore out due to high usage. « Show Less
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It's not a fluke; I had two and they both leaked. I replaced them with a Cuisinart which I am very happy with.
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The piece connecting it to youer tap that they gave you was badly made. We had the same problem. if you get in touch with PUR directly and talk to a manager they should send you the new version of that piece. It works perfectly. i found this phone number 800-541-8001. Hope it helps
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It appears to be a proprietary connector on the bottleneck. As previously commented, I just use my bottle to make the fizzy water then pour it into a Sigg bottle.
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I have the kit and I am using in all the kegs besides Heineken and Newcastle (these don't require the kit, they are ready to use without it) Basically you need to remove the top plug and insert the tube that comes with the kit. It takes a while to figure out how it works but when you get used to you will enjoy it. You can use it in commercial mini kegs and even take one empty keg to favorite micro brewer and fill it up with what you like. It is a must have kit.
978537
Thanks! It probably is a design flaw, then.I've attempted to contact Krups and just received a generic reply to ship it to a service center. Too much of a hassle to do that or try to return it for another (not even sure where my receipt is at this point).It's more of a nuisance, not knowing that the thing is almost empty--especially when entertaining guests! Otherwise, it's great! Guess we'll just have to be sure to have a spare keg on hand at all times :)
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We've got a nice place here in town that also has the 5 L minikegs. Warsteiner, Einbecker, Paulaner, etc. But I've noticed that they are rather different design of keg than the heineken. Do those gravity pour mini kegs still work in the BeerTender?I can't really stomach heineken, but if these other minikegs will work in it I'm sold.
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Suprised it was damaged!! Mine was packed like a very well! As for the temp? I had that problem yesterday. Smoked a pork roast. Fired up just fine and was running too hot 250! Had both burners on low and both dampers open all the way. So, I turned the valve back on the propane tank. Next think I know the temp is at 150 and when I turn it up the temp will not increase. I shut everything down. Opened the valve on the propane tank all the way and restarted it. Worked fine after that. The propane regulators are very cheap now days and seem to have some issues. I have only used it 3 times and here are some suggestions. Keep what you are smoking if it is a small amount at the same level as the temp gauge. Only use 1 burner at a time. Why? When the 1st one burns out of wood chips you start the other. Then you can change out the chips and it is not hot. Wrap the pans in tin foil! They stay nice and it is an easy clean up when you are done. I am also looking into getting a very thin fire proof seal for the door. It is metal against metal and leaks some smoke. May not be worth the cost but a thought. Also..Make sure you burn it off!! Do it slow and work the vents and the doors as it heats up! They will stick! Hope this helps! Going to do a big turkey this weekend?! Yikes!!!
1492135
No, sounds like something isn't in tight. I've never had a problem with any of mine leaking. Give the company a call
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I have noticed that some Heineken kegs seem to have a loose item rolling around inside them, and others do not. It seems that those that have this feature tend to foam up more when drafted out of a beertender. Anyone know anything about this?