Cleaning

Materials Needed:

  • Recommended oxygen-based cleaner (e.g., B Brite)
  • Sanitizer
  • Soft cloth or sponge
  • Towel or soft cloth for drying
  • VineTap cleaning tools
  • Clean empty wine bottles

Cleaning Process:

  1. Initiate Cleaning Mode:
    • Access the touchscreen interface.
    • Navigate to the “Cleaning” or “Maintenance” section.
    • Select “Start Cleaning” to initiate the automated cleaning process.
  2. Pre-Cleaning Checks:
    • Ensure the wine tap is disconnected from the wine bottle.
    • Ensure that the stainless steel drip pan is in place.
    • Keep the stoppers open and not sealed.
  3. Cleaning Solution Preparation:
    • Mix the recommended oxygen-based cleaner (e.g., B Brite) following the instructions on the container.
  4. Clean Wine Tubes and Faucet:
    • Pour 6-8 ounces of the cleaning solution into clean empty wine bottles.
    • Follow the prompt on the screen to reconnect the bottles.
    • Select “Start” to allow the solution to run through the system.
  5. Rinse with Hot Water:
    • Fill each wine bottle with hot water to be run through the system
    • Follow the prompt to reconnect the bottle.
    • Select “Start” to allow hot water to rinse the system.
  6. Prepare and Apply Sanitizer:
    • Follow the instructions to prepare the sanitizer
    • Repeat steps 4-5 with the sanitizer, allowing 3 minutes of contact in between rinses.
  7. Rinse Again:
    • Rinse the system thoroughly with full wine bottles of hot water.
    • Follow the prompt to reconnect the bottle.
    • Select “Start” to ensure complete rinsing.
  8. Remove Faucet Assembly:
    • Disconnect the faucet assembly from the thru-wall.
    • Soak faucet assembly with the cleaning solution and Sanitize solution then rinse
  9. Clean Quick Disconnects:
    • Clean all extra quick disconnects with warm water. Do not use soap.
    • Dry
  10. Brush Cleaning:
    • Use the supplied bottle brush to clean inside the thru-wall and upper portion of the wine spout
    • Use the smaller bottle brush to clean inside the stainless steel spout.
  11. Reinstall Faucet:
    • Reinstall the faucet assembly into the thru-wall.
  12. Final Rinse:
    • Follow the screen prompts for the following:
    • Rinse wine bottles and fill with clean hot water.
    • Reconnect wine bottles
    • Dispense a full bottle of water through each faucet
    • Drain all water from the faucet and tubes by running the system dry.
  13. System Readiness:
    • Your VineTap system is now ready for use.

Additional Tips:

  • Use only the recommended cleaning and sanitizing agents
  • Follow the specified cleaning frequency (recommended monthly or as needed).
  • Store chemicals safely and follow guidelines for handling and storage.
  • Be cautious about potential discoloration of laminate surfaces when using disinfectants.
  • The WineTap should be rinsed and cleaned with cleaning solution after each use. The full cleaning cycle should be done monthly.
  • Do not use soap as it can impact the taste of your wine.
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