PerfectDraft Lights and Display Symbols Explained

PerfectDraft lights and display symbols show whether the machine needs a keg, is cooling, is ready to pour or has detected an installation problem. The exact display depends on your Philips PerfectDraft model. Check the silver label underneath the machine if you are unsure which model you own.

PerfectDraft indicator-light meanings

Light	Meaning	What to do
Red	The machine is switched on and needs a keg	Install a compatible 6L PerfectDraft keg
Orange	The keg is cooling	Wait until it reaches serving temperature
Green	The beer is ready to pour	Pour and enjoy
Flashing green	The keg is empty	Install a new keg with a new dispense tube
Flashing red	The tap unit or tube is not seated correctly	Remove and refit the keg, tube and tap unit

PerfectDraft screen and dash meanings

Display	Meaning
Temperature shown in green	The beer has reached its serving temperature
Green or red dash with a flashing yellow-orange background	The tap unit or dispense tube is not fitted correctly
Green dash and machine not operating	The tap unit is not positioned correctly

How to correct a flashing red light or warning dash

1. Remove the keg from the machine.
2. Check that the dispense tube is properly seated in both the tap unit and keg.
3. Remove the tap unit, clean it and refit it firmly.
4. Return the keg to the machine and close the door fully.
5. Check whether the warning has cleared.

If it remains, try another keg with a new dispense tube. Do not dismantle the machine. Contact the appropriate manufacturer support team if the warning continues.

For Pro-specific display problems, see our blank or flashing display guide, spinning-line explanation and PerfectDraft Pro error codes.