Taps acting weird after a few days of non-use, and long term non-use questions.....

[mikesalvo]

So, Ive noticed that my taps (2 tap chrome tower>2 cornys) are always super tight and hard to move when not used for a few days. What is this and is it avoidable? Im thinking it's either built up pressure and/or just sticky/sugary faucets..

Also, I will be leaving town for work for a month, and I have 2 kegs on draft right now. Should I do anything special before I go, or just ;eave as is?

 

[RC0032]

What faucet types? Perlick's are worth every penny and dont have this problem

http://www.perlick.com/

 

[Shooter]

Standard faucets will get sticky and seize up, it's just the design of those faucets.

 

[Dan]

I have the same problem. It's from the sticky/sugary beer in them left to sit for awhile. This is why many people buy perlicks as they are claimed not to get sticky.

You can leave the kegs alone. Maybe disassemble the faucets and clean them before you leave though if the are sticky now. When you return in a month your beer will have been clearing and you'll have clean taps all ready to go for a fresh pull.