Gas Free Ball Lock Line Cleaning Kit | Keg Line Cleaner – No CO2 Required

Gas Free Ball Lock Line Cleaning Kit provides a simple and affordable way to flush beverage lines without connecting a CO₂ cylinder. Its manual yellow hand pump pressurises a compatible PET bottle, pushing cleaner, sanitiser or rinse water through the liquid side of a ball lock draught system.

The compact kit is useful for home kegerators, portable beer systems, mobile bars and off-site servicing. It is especially convenient when the gas cylinder is empty, disconnected or unavailable.

Simply fill a compatible PET bottle with correctly diluted cleaning solution, attach the PCO components and pump by hand to move the liquid through the beverage line and tap.

Clean Beer Lines Without a Gas Cylinder

Many line-cleaning setups use CO₂ to push cleaning fluid through the system. Although effective, this uses dispensing gas and requires a connected cylinder and regulator.

This manual kit provides an alternative by using hand-generated pressure.

Benefits include:

• No CO₂ consumption
• No regulator required
• Simple manual operation
• Lightweight construction
• Easy transport
• Low-cost line maintenance
• Convenient use away from a permanent bar
• Useful backup cleaning equipment

The hand pump is intended for low-pressure cleaning rather than beverage carbonation or normal keg dispensing.

Suitable for Ball Lock Draught Systems

The Gas Free Ball Lock Line Cleaning Kit is designed to work with a compatible ball lock liquid disconnect.

Once connected, the cleaning solution can travel through:

1. The PET bottle
2. The carbonation cap
3. The supplied EVABarrier tubing
4. The liquid disconnect
5. The existing beverage line
6. The tap or faucet

The ball lock liquid disconnect is not included and must be supplied separately.

Yellow Manual Hand Pump

The included yellow hand pump creates pressure inside the connected PET bottle.

This allows cleaning fluid to be manually pushed through the system without compressed gas.

The pump is useful for:

• Cleaning between keg changes
• Flushing lines after storage
• Rinsing after chemical cleaning
• Portable draught maintenance
• Off-site keg system servicing
• Testing line flow

Pump gradually and use only enough pressure to maintain a controlled flow.

PCO Tee and Carbonation Cap

The kit includes:

• PCO Tee with female, male and male connections
• Yellow carbonation cap

These components connect the pump and tubing to a compatible PET soda bottle.

Check that:

• The PET bottle thread is compatible
• The cap is correctly seated
• All fittings are tightened securely by hand
• The bottle is in good condition
• The assembly is leak-free before pumping

Do not use damaged, heavily scratched or heat-deformed bottles.

EVABarrier Tubing

A pre-cut 30cm section of EVABarrier tubing is included.

Tubing dimensions:

• 5mm internal diameter
• 8mm outside diameter
• Length: approximately 30cm

EVABarrier tubing is commonly used in home draught systems due to its low permeability and compatibility with many push-in fittings.

The supplied line connects the cleaning bottle assembly to the separately purchased liquid disconnect.

Kit Inclusions

The kit contains:

• 1 x yellow manual hand pump
• 1 x PCO Tee, female x male x male
• 1 x yellow carbonation cap
• 1 x 30cm section of 5mm x 8mm EVABarrier tubing

Items Not Included

The following are not included:

• Ball lock liquid disconnect
• PET soda bottle
• Beer line cleaner
• Sanitiser
• Rinse water container
• Tap or faucet
• Kegerator or beverage line

These components must be supplied separately where required.

How to Use the Cleaning Kit

A general cleaning process is:

1. Read the instructions for your selected line cleaner.
2. Mix the cleaner at the recommended dilution.
3. Pour the solution into a clean compatible PET bottle.
4. Fit the PCO Tee and yellow carbonation cap.
5. Connect the supplied tubing.
6. Attach the tubing to a ball lock liquid disconnect.
7. Connect the disconnect to the liquid side of the draught line.
8. Open the beverage tap.
9. Pump slowly to push cleaner through the system.
10. Allow the required contact time.
11. Empty and rinse the PET bottle.
12. Fill it with clean water.
13. Pump rinse water through the lines.
14. Continue rinsing according to the chemical instructions.
15. Sanitise the system if required before reconnecting a keg.

Always follow the cleaner manufacturer’s directions.

Cleaning Versus Sanitising

Cleaning and sanitising perform different jobs.

Cleaning removes:

• Beer residue
• Yeast deposits
• Sugars
• Biofilm
• Flavour buildup
• Mineral deposits

Sanitising reduces microorganisms on an already clean surface.

Do not rely on sanitiser alone to remove built-up beer residue. Clean the line first, rinse where required and sanitise afterward when appropriate.

Use the Correct Chemical Dilution

More concentrated cleaner does not always improve results and may damage tubing, taps or seals.

Always follow:

• Recommended dilution
• Water temperature guidance
• Contact time
• Rinsing requirements
• Personal protective equipment instructions
• Disposal directions

Never mix different cleaning chemicals.

Suitable for Kegerators

The kit is useful for cleaning:

• Single tap kegerators
• Double tap systems
• Triple tap kegerators
• Four-tap setups
• Keezers
• Home bar draught systems
• Portable dispensing units

Each beverage line should be cleaned separately unless the system is specifically designed for simultaneous flushing.

Mobile and Off-Site Use

Because no cylinder or regulator is needed, the kit is easy to transport.

It is well suited to:

• Camping keg systems
• Pop-up bars
• Festivals
• Mobile draught setups
• Homebrew events
• Off-site servicing
• Temporary beverage installations

Carry the cleaning chemicals separately and prevent spills during transport.

Cleaning Between Beverage Changes

Beer lines should be cleaned when changing between different drinks, especially when switching from a strong or sweet beverage.

This helps reduce:

• Flavour carryover
• Colour transfer
• Sticky residue
• Microbial growth
• Restricted flow
• Poor tap performance

Cider, ginger beer, soft drinks and other sugary beverages may require more frequent cleaning than standard beer.

Recommended Cleaning Frequency

Cleaning frequency depends on use, beverage type and storage conditions.

Clean the lines:

• Between keg changes
• Between different beverage types
• After serving sweet drinks
• Before extended storage
• After long periods without use
• When flavour changes
• When flow becomes restricted
• When taps become sticky

Commercial or high-use systems may require a stricter cleaning schedule.

Cleaning the Tap and Disconnect

Flushing the beverage line is important, but the tap and liquid disconnect also require maintenance.

Periodically:

• Disassemble compatible tap parts
• Clean the faucet body
• Inspect seals
• Clean the liquid disconnect
• Check the poppet and internal pathways
• Replace worn O-rings
• Reassemble and sanitise

Line cleaning alone may not remove all residue trapped inside fittings.

PET Bottle Safety

Use only a sound, compatible PET soda bottle.

Before each cleaning session, inspect it for:

• Cracks
• Deep scratches
• Damaged threads
• White stress marks
• Heat deformation
• Severe dents
• Leaks

Do not use glass bottles or containers not designed to hold pressure.

Use gentle manual pressure only and stop if the bottle or fittings behave unexpectedly.

Pressure Safety

This kit is intended for low-pressure manual cleaning.

Important precautions include:

• Do not over-pump
• Keep the tap open while flushing
• Do not block the outlet
• Do not use an unapproved pressure vessel
• Release pressure before disassembly
• Check fittings for leaks
• Keep the bottle away from your face while pressurised

The pump should not be used as a substitute for a regulated gas system.

Cleaning the Kit After Use

After completing line cleaning:

1. Release all remaining pressure.
2. Disconnect the liquid disconnect.
3. Remove the PCO assembly from the bottle.
4. Flush the pump connection, tubing and cap with clean water.
5. Rinse any cleaner residue away.
6. Allow the parts to drain and dry.
7. Store the kit in a clean location.

Do not store chemical solution inside the pump or tubing.

Storage

Store the components:

• Clean and dry
• Away from direct sunlight
• Away from excessive heat
• Separate from strong chemicals
• Protected from sharp objects
• With tubing free from kinks

Inspect the tubing and seals before the next use.

Recommended For

The Gas Free Ball Lock Line Cleaning Kit is ideal for:

• Homebrewers
• Kegerator owners
• Mobile draught operators
• Pop-up bars
• Homebrew clubs
• Camping keg setups
• Breweries completing off-site service
• Anyone wanting to avoid using CO₂ for cleaning

Important Notes

• A ball lock liquid disconnect is not included.
• A compatible PET soda bottle is required.
• Cleaning chemicals are not included.
• Use only correctly diluted brewing cleaners.
• Rinse according to the chemical manufacturer’s directions.
• Use low manual pressure only.
• Keep the tap open while pumping.
• Release pressure before removing fittings.
• Do not use damaged PET bottles.
• Clean and dry the kit after every use.

Gas Free Ball Lock Line Cleaning Kit is a convenient way to maintain beer lines without wasting CO₂ or carrying a gas cylinder. Its manual pump, PCO fittings and EVABarrier tubing make it a practical cleaning solution for home, portable and mobile draught systems.

HOW TO USE VIDEO

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