Place this chapter in the Beverage
Section of the Equipment Manual
OWNERS MANUAL
for
COFFEE BREWERS
Model 8718 Brewer
with optional 8900-series
glass decanters
MODELS:
8718
8738
Includes:
Installation
Operation
Use & Care
Servicing Instructions
This instruction is for the
exclusive use of licensees
and employees of
McDonalds Systems, Inc.
p/n 2m-75937 Rev. G M913 120511
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WARRANTY STATEMENT
All equipment manufactured by Bloomeld is warranted
against defects in materials and workmanship for the
time periods listed in the chart starting from the date the
equipment is placed into service and is for the benet of
the original purchaser:
THE FOREGOING OBLIGATION IS EXPRESSLY
GIVEN IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WHICH ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED.
BLOOMFIELD, LLC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES
FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER.
This warranty is void if it is determined that upon inspection by an authorized service agency that the equipment has been
modied, misused, misapplied, improperly installed, or damaged in transit or by re, ood or act of God.
It also does not apply if the serial nameplate has been removed or unauthorized service personnel perform service. The prices
charged by Bloomeld for its products are based upon the limitations in this warranty. Seller’s obligation under this warranty
is limited to the repair of defects without charge by a Bloomeld Authorized Service Agency or one of its sub-agencies. This
service will be provided on customer’s premises for non-portable models. Portable models (a device with a cord and plug or a
dispenser) must be taken or shipped to the closest authorized service agency, transportation charges prepaid, for services.
Agencies are located in principal cities, please visit our website to locate one.
This warranty is valid in the United States and Canada and void elsewhere. Please consult your classied telephone directory
or your food service equipment dealer; or, for information and other details concerning warranty, write to:
BLOOMFIELD SERVICE POLICY AND PROCEDURE GUIDE ADDITIONAL WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS
1. Resetting of safety thermostats, circuit breakers, overload protectors, or fuse replacements.
2. All problems due to operation at voltages other than specied on equipment nameplates - conversion to correct voltage
must be the customer’s responsibility.
3. All problems due to electrical connections not made in accordance with electrical code requirements and wiring diagrams
supplied with the equipment.
4. Replacement of items subject to normal wear, to include such items as knobs and light bulbs. Normal maintenance
functions including adjustment of thermostats, microswitches, and replacement of fuses and indicating lights are not
covered under warranty.
5. All problems due to inadequate water supply, such as uctuating, or high or low water pressure.
6. All problems due to mineral/calcium deposits, or contamination from chlorides/chlorines. De-liming is considered a
preventative maintenance function and is not covered by warranty.
7. Full use, care and manuals may or may not be sent with each unit, only a condensed version. Please visit our web site to
download the full version.
8. Travel mileage is limited to fty (50) miles from an authorized service agency or one of its sub-service agencies.
9. All labor shall be performed during normal working hours. Overtime premium shall be charged to the customer.
10. All genuine Bloomeld replacement parts are warranted for ninety (90) days from date of purchase on non- warranted
equipment. Any use of non-genuine Bloomeld parts completely voids any warranty.
11. Installation, labor and job checkouts are not considered warranty.
12. Charges incurred by delays, waiting time or operating restrictions that hinder the service technicians ability to perform
services are not covered by warranty. This includes institutional and correctional facilities.
SHIPPING DAMAGE CLAIMS PROCEDURE
NOTE: For your protection, please note that equipment in this shipment was carefully inspected and packaged by skilled
personnel before leaving the factory. Upon acceptance of this shipment, the transportation company assumes full responsibility
for its safe delivery.
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVES DAMAGED:
1. VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain that any visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or express receipt,
and that the note of loss or damage is signed by the delivery person.
2. FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY: Regardless of the extent of the damage.
3. CONCEALED LOSS OR DAMAGE: if damage is unnoticed until the merchandise is unpacked, notify the
transportation company or carrier immediately, and le “CONCEALED DAMAGE” claim with them. This must be done
within fteen (15) days from the date the delivery was made to you. Be sure to retain the container for inspection.
Bloomeld cannot assume liability for damage or loss incurred in transit. We will, however, at your request, supply you with the
necessary documents to support your claim.
EquipmentPartsLabor
pod brewers1 year1 year
ECO brewers90 day90 day
airpots30 daynone
dispensers; i.e., tea and coffee (excludes decantes)90 daynone
decantersnonenone
All other2 year1 year
All servicing requiring access to non-insulated components must be performed by qualied
service personnel. Do not open any access panels which require the use of tools. Failure to
heed this warning can result in electrical shock.
WARNING: Injury Hazard
All installation procedures must be performed by qualied personnel with full knowledge of all
applicable electrical and plumbing codes. Failure could result in property damage and
personal injury.
WARNING: Electric Shock Hazard
Brewer must be properly grounded to prevent possible shock hazard. DO NOT assume a
plumbing line will provide such a ground. Electrical shock will cause death or serious Injury.
WARNING: Burn Hazard
This appliance dispenses very hot liquid. Serious bodily injury from scalding can occur from
contact with dispensed liquids.
This appliance is intended for commercial use only.
This appliance is intended for use to brew beverage products
for human consumption, and to hold brewed beverage at
temperature for serving. No other use is recommended or
authorized by the manufacturer or its agents.
This appliance is intended for use in commercial establishments,
where all operators are familiar with the appliance use,
limitations and associated hazards. Operating instructions and
warnings must be read and understood by all operators and
users.
Except as noted, this piece of equipment is made in the USA
and has American sizes on hardware. All metric conversions are
approximate and can vary in size.
The following trouble shooting, component views and parts lists
are included for general reference, and are intended for use by
qualied service personnel.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of this
appliance. The manual must remain with the appliance if it is
sold or moved to another location.
AGENCY LISTING INFORMATION
Model 8718 brewer is and
listed under UL le E9253.
CAUTION:
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
DO NOT plug in or energize this
appliance until all Installation
Instructions are read and followed.
Damage to the Brewer will occur if
these instructions are not followed.
CAUTION:
BURN HAZARD
Exposed surfaces of the
appliance, brew chamber and
decanter may be HOT to the
touch, and can cause serious
burns.
This brewer meets Standard 4 only when installed,
operated and maintained in accordance with the enclosed
READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION
IMPORTANT:
To enable the installer to make
a quality installation and to
minimize installation time, the
following suggestions and tests
should be done before the
actual unit installation is started:
CAUTION:
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
DO NOTplug in or energize this
appliance until all Installation
Instructions are read and
followed. Damage to the
Brewer will occur if these
instructions are not followed.
CAUTION:
UNSTABLE
EQUIPMENT HAZARD
It is very important for safety
and for proper operation that the
brewer is level and stable when
standing in its nal operating
position. Provided adjustable,
non-skid legs must be installed
at each corner of the unit.
Failure to do so will result in
movement of the brewer which
can cause personal Injury and/
or damage to brewer.
NOTE: Water supply inlet line
must meet certain minimum
criteria to insure successful
operation of the brewer.
Bloomeld recommends 1/4”
copper tubing for installation of
less than 12 feet and 3/8” for
more than 12 feet from a 1/2”
water supply line.
REFER TO EXPLODED VIEWS PAGES 18 thru 22 FOR
COMPONENT NAMES/NUMBERS
Unpack the unit. Inspect all components for completeness and
condition. Ensure that all packing materials have been removed
from the unit.
Verify that the Spray Head Gasket and Spray Disk are properly
installed.
LEVELING THE UNIT
Verify that an adjustable leg is installed at each corner of the
brewer, and that a rubber foot is installed on each leg.
Set Brewer in its operating location. Level the Brewer. A spirit
level should be placed on the top of the unit, at the edge, as a
guide when making level adjustments.
Level the unit from left to right and front to back by turning the
adjustable feet. Be sure all four feet touch the counter to prevent
tipping.
PLUMBER’S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: This equipment must be installed to comply
with all applicable federal, state and local plumbing codes and
ordinances; specically:
The Basic Plumbing Code of Building Ofcials and Code
Administrators International, Inc. (BOCA) and the Food Service
Sanitation Manual of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Brewer should be connected to a POTABLE WATER, COLD WATER line. Flush water line before connecting to Brewer.
DO NOT use a saddle valve with a self-piercing tap for the water
line connection. Such a tap can become restricted by waterline
debris. For systems that must use a saddle tap, shut off the
main water supply and drill a 3/16” (minimum) tap for the saddle
connection, in order to insure an ample water supply. Remember
to ush the line prior to installing the saddle.
The brewer must be installed on a water line with average
pressure between 20 PSI and 90 PSI. If your water pressure
exceeds 90 PSI at anytime, a pressure regulator must be
installed in the water supply line to limit the pressure to not more
than 90 PSI in order to avoid damage to lines and solenoid.
A water shut-off valve should be installed on the incoming water
line in a convenient location (Use a low restriction type valve,
such as a 1/4-turn ball valve, to avoid loss of water ow thru the
valve.
The water line must terminate in a 3/8” MNTP quick-disconnect
tting, which will connect to the provided ex line. See Figure 2
below.
Fig. 2 Water Supply Installation
WARNING:
SHOCK HAZARD
Brewer must be properly
grounded to prevent possible
shock hazard. DO NOT assume
a plumbing line will provide
such a ground. Electrical shock
will cause death or serious
injury.
In some areas, local codes require a backow preventer (check
valve) to be installed on the inlet water line. If a backow
preventer is used, you
incoming line, between the backow preventer and the brewer
inlet, as far away from the brewer as space will allow. This will
relieve the excessive back pressures that can cause faucet leaks
and solenoid malfunctions.
ELECTRICIAN’S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
REFER TO ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS - Page 1
Check the nameplate to determine correct electrical service
required for the Brewer to be installed.
IMPORTANT: Before connecting to electricity, make sure
automatic brewers are connected to the water supply and tank
is lled.
Remove front panel to access terminal block.
Model 8717 requires a 120/240 volt 3-wire (L1, L2, Neut) plus
Gnd 30 amp circuit.
Model 8737 requires a 2-wire (L1, L2) plus Gnd 30 amp circuit.
Flexible conduit is recommended for electrical connection to
allow brewer to be moved for cleaning underneath.
Flexible or rigid conduit must be connected to the brewer with a
suitable strain relief (provided by electrical contractor).
must install a water hammer arrester in the
IMPORTANT:
Supply power must match
nameplate for voltage and
phase. Connecting to the
wrong voltage will damage the
brewer or result in decreased
performance. Such damage is
not covered by warranty.
IMPORTANT:
Do not connect brewer to
electrical power until you are
ready to ll the tank. See
instructions on page 6.
IMPORTANT:
The ground lug of the brewer
must be connected to a suitable
building ground.
Water temperature is sensed by a
thermobulb inserted into the water tank. This
temperature signal is fed to the thermostat,
which controls line power to the heating
element.
The setpoint temperature is adjustable at the
thermostat.
The element is protected from over-
temperature by a hi-limit thermostat.
WATER FLOW
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Pressing BREW button energizes the
solenoid valve, allowing water from
anexternal water supply to ow into the basin
pan and then into the hot water tank. This
forces an identical amount of hot water out
of the tank and through the spray head into
the brew chamber
The solenoid uses a ow control device so
that ow is consistent between 20 p.s.i. and
90 p.s.i.
Length of time the solenoid is open is
controlled by the timer.
Fig. 5 heat Control Diagram
HOT WATER FAUCET
The faucet water coil is submerged in the
hot water tank and draws heat from the brew
water. Water going to the water coil is not
controlled by the solenoid valve.
The faucet is at supply water pressure any
time the faucet shut-off valve is OPEN.
decanter under the brew
chamber before starting
the brew cycle. Failure to
comply can cause serious
burns.
CAUTION:
BURN HAZARD
After a brew cycle, brew
chamber contents are
HOT. Remove the brew
chamber and dispose of
used grounds with care.
Failure to comply can
cause serious burns.
NOTE: Water for the hot
water faucet is heated in
a coil inside of the water
tank. Use of the faucet will
not affect the volume of
water delivered for a brew.
However, overuse of the
faucet during a brew may
lower the temperature of
the brew water.
A. PREPARATION
Place one (1) genuine Bloomeld
paper lter in the brew chamber.
Add a pre-measured amount of
fresh coffee grounds.
Gently shake the brew chamber to
level the bed of grounds. Slide the
brew chamber into place under the
brew head.
B. AUTOMATIC OPERATION
BE sure “HEAT” light is not lit.
Place the appropriate EMPTY decanter in place under the brew
chamber.
Press the “BREW” switch. The solenoid will open for an amount of
time determined by the timer setting, admitting a measured quantity
of water into the tank.
Inlet water will displace a like amount of heated water from the tank.
The hot water will be forced into the brew head where it will spray
over the bed of grounds. Freshly brewed coffee will begin to ll the
decanter under the brew chamber.
At the end of the brew cycle, some time will be required for all water
drips out of the brew chamber as coffee. When the ow and all
dripping stops, the coffee is ready to serve.
Discard the contents of the brew chamber and rinse it in a sink.
When the ”READY TO BREW” light comes on, the brewer is ready
for another brew cycle.
C. WARMERS
Press either the MAIN warmer switch to energize the main warmer,
or the FRONT or REAR warmer switch to energize an auxiliary
warmer. Set the lled decanter on the selected warmer to keep it
warm.
PRECAUTIONS: Disconnect brewer from electric power.
Allow brewer to cool.
FREQUENCY: Daily
TOOLS: Mild Detergent, Clean Soft Cloth or Sponge
Bristle Brush, Bottle Brush
1. Disconnect brewer from electric power.
Allow brewer to cool before cleaning.
2. Remove decanters.
3. Remove and empty brew chamber.
4. Remove the spray disk from the brew head (See gure 8):
5. Press up on the spray disk ears, then turn the disk to the left
to unlatch. Remove the gasket from inside the brew head.
7. Wipe inside of brew head and area around the brew head
with a soft clean cloth or sponge moistened with clean water.
8. Wash the spray disk in a sink using warm water and a mild
detergent. A bristle brush may be used to clear clogged
spray holes. Rinse the spray disk with clean water and allow
to air dry.
9. Wash the brew chamber in a sink using warm water and a
mild detergent. A bristle brush may be used to clean the
inside. Rinse with clean water and allow to air dry.
10. Wipe warmer plates and the exterior of the brewer with a soft
clean cloth or sponge moistened with clean water.
11. Reinstall the gasket INSIDE the brew head, then reinstall the
spray disk.
12. Reinstall the brew chamber.
13. Clean decanters by lling with warm soapy water. Scrub the
inside with a bottle brush. Empty and rinse with clean water.
Wipe the exterior with a soft clean cloth or sponge moistened
with clean water. Invert and allow to air dry.
CAUTION:
BURN HAZARD
Brewing and serving
temperatures of coffee are
extremely hot. Hot coffee will
cause serious skin burns.
be performed by qualied
technical personnel only.
NOTE:
Optimum brewing temperature
range is 195ºF to 205ºF (90ºC
to 96ºC).
IMPORTANT:
A mechanial thermostat will
maintain temperature within
±5ºF. To prevent boiling water
in the brewer, thermostat should
be adjusted to a maximum
temperature equal to the local
boiling temperature minus 5ºF.
Unplug power cord or turn circuit breaker OFF. Remove top
panel.
Pull vent tube out of tank lid and insert a thermometer of known
accuracy in vent hole. Reconnect brewer to electrical power.
Fig. 10 Checking and adjusting Brew Temperature
Place an empty decanter under brew chamber. Energize brewer
and pour one decanter (64 oz.) of cold water into
pour-over opening. When READY TO BREW light comes on,
read temperature displayed on thermometer.
Adjust thermostat by turning shaft; clockwise increases
temperature. 1/8 turn = approximately 10ºF.
Refer to Table 1 below for proper brewing temperature based on
altitude.
Table 1 Boiling Temperature by altitude
Upon completion, remove thermometer and reinstall vent tube.
The amount of water dispensed automatically during a brew cycle
is controlled by the timer.
Place empty decanter under brew chamber. Press BREW
button. Brewer should dispense one decanter of water. To
adjust amount:
Remove brew chamber and button plug. Adjust knob on timer;
clockwise increases time. Run several cycles to check amount of
water delivered. Replace button plug.
REMOVE TANK LID ASSEMBLY
Unplug brewer or turn circuit breaker OFF. Turn OFF water
supply. Remove top panel. Pull vent tube and inlet elbow out of
basin pan.
Pull water inlet tube out of basin pan. Remove basin pan.
On models with faucet, disconnect inlet pipe at faucet shut-off
valve and outlet pipe at faucet.
Disconnect all wiring from thermostat, hi-limit, and heating
element.
Loosen center screw on tank hold-down bracket. Remove
hold-down bracket by sliding short slotted end off of locking stud
and lifting it off.
Remove cover assembly by lifting it straight up.
Reassemble in reverse order.
REPLACE THERMOSTAT
Unplug brewer or turn circuit breaker OFF. Turn OFF water
supply. Remove top panel.
Disconnect all wiring from thermostat only. Loosen and free jam
nut from pass-thru tting securing temperature sensing bulb.
Remove two screws holding thermostat to bracket.
Lift out thermostat, sensing bulb and thermostat gasket.
Reassemble in reverse order.
REPLACE HEATING ELEMENT
Remove tank lid assembly per above.
Remove two hex nuts holding element to cover. Pull element
from mounting holes.
Reassemble in reverse order.
IMPORTANT: Water pressure
must be between 20 p.s.i and
90 p.s.i. owing pressure. If
water pressure exceeds this
value, or if water pressure
varies greatly, a pressure
regulator must be installed in
the water supply line.
IMPORTANT: Before setting
assembly into tank, make sure
tank lid gasket is properly
seated on ange of lid.
DO NOT OVER-TIGhTEN.
IMPORT
thermostat, be sure a new seal
washer is placed below the
tting on the capillary line.
Push sensing bulb thru tank lid
until tting seats.
Tighten capillary lock nut only
enough to ensure no water
leakage. Excessive tightening
is not necessary.
IMPORTANT: When replacing
heating element, also replace
Symptom: Automatic brewer will not ow water; or,
automatic brewer drips continuously from brew head.
Unplug power cord or turn circuit breaker OFF. Turn OFF and
disconnect water supply from brewer inlet tting.
A. (OLD-STYLE)
Remove hex nut holding inlet tting into back of brewer.
Remove two screws holding access door in place. Remove
access door. Remove front panel.
On faucet models, remove are connection from “tee” inlet
tting.
Push solenoid forward slightly and lift to release it from
bracket.
Disconnect wiring and remove rubber tubing from solenoid.
Remove ttings from old solenoid and transfer to new
solenoid. If necessary, replace ow control at this time.
B. (NEW-STYLE)
Unscrew water inlet tting from solenoid.
Remove two screws holding access door in place.
Remove two screws holding solenoid to door.
Remove brew water tube
remove faucet water tube from bypass side of solenoid
by pressing the white ring portion of the tube tting tightly
against the metal portion while pulling the tube off of the
solenoid.
from solenoid. On faucet models,
Fig. 11 Remove Faucet
Supply from Solenoid
Fig. 12 Clean Strainer Screen
Disconnect wiring from solenoid.
Transfer solenoid bracket to new solenoid.
Reassemble in reverse order.
CLEAN SOLENOID SCREEN (NEW-STYLE)
Symptom: Automatic brewer will not ow water.
Unplug power cord or turn circuit breaker OFF. Turn OFF and
disconnect water supply from brewer inlet tting.
Unscrew water inlet tting from solenoid.
Using needle-nose pliers, withdraw strainer screen from solenoid.
Clean screen under faucet. A stiff bristle brush may be used if
necessary.
Reinsert screen in solenoid. Be careful to maintain correct
Remove front panel. Remove knob and three screws holding
timer to bracket. Disconnect wiring to timer.
Reassemble in reverse order.
Adjust timer as described on page 13
REPLACE HOT WATER FAUCET COIL
Symptom: Brewer drips continuously from brew head, except
when faucet valve is turned OFF.
Remove tank lid assembly per above.
Remove two hex nuts hot water coil to cover. Pull coil from
mounting holes.
Reassemble in reverse order.
REPAIR HOT WATER FAUCET
Remove top panel and turn faucet valve OFF.
Unscrew aerator cap from faucet and remove handle retaining
clip. Do not let faucet body turn.
Pull bonnet assembly from faucet body.
Examine the interior of the faucet body and the surface of the
seat cup. Clean out any debris in the faucet body, using a stiff
bristle brush if necessary.
Examine the aerator. Clean any debris from the screen or ow
straightener, using a stiff bristle brush if necessary.
Reassemble in reverse order.
REPLACE BREW READY LIGHT or BREW BUTTON
Unplug power cord or turn circuit breaker OFF.
Using Switch Removal Tool (p/n 83209) or a thin screwdriver, pry
light or switch from mounting hole. Disconnect leads.
Reassemble in reverse order.
IMPORTANT: When replacing
water faucet coil, also replace
seal gaskets.
NOTE: Any abrasion or
roughness on the at end of the
seat cup will require replacing
the seat cup:
Work the seat cup out of the
bonnet and off of the end of the
stem.
Install a new seat cup, making
sure the knob on the stem is
fully inserted into the pocket of
the seat cup, and the skirt of the
seat cup is fully inserted into the
Deliming chemicals may be
caustic. Wear appropriate
protective gloves and goggles
during this procedure.
Never siphon deliming
chemicals or solutions by
mouth.
This operation should only be
performed by qualied and
experienced service personnel.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT spill, splash or pour
water or deliming solution into
or over any internal component
other than the inside of the
water tank.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT allow any internal
components to come into
contact with the deliming
solution. Take care to keep all
internal components dry.
NOTE:
Repeat steps 4 thru 5 as
required to remove all scale and
lime build-up.
NOTE:
Normally, silicone hoses
do not need to be delimed.
Should deliming hoses
become necessary, Bloomeld
recommends replacing the
hoses.
PROCEDURE: Delime the Water Tank
PRECAUTIONS: Disconnect brewer from electric power.
Allow brewer to cool.
FREQUENCY: As required (Brewer slow to heat)
TOOLS: Deliming Solution
Protective Gloves, Goggles & Apron
Mild Detergent, Clean Soft Cloth or Sponge
Bristle Brush, Bottle Brush
Large Sink (or other appropriate work area)
1. Disconnect brewer from the electrical supply. Turn off the
water shut-off valve and disconnect the water supply line
from the brewer inlet tting.
2. Remove the tank lid assembly as described on page 13.
3. Remove the water tank from the brewer body by lifting
straight up. Empty all water from the tank. Set the tank back
into the brewer.
4. Mix 2 quarts of deliming solution according to the
manufacturer’s directions. Carefully pour the deliming
solution into the water tank. Lower the lid assembly back
onto the tank. Allow to sit for 30 minutes, or as directed by
the manufacturer.
5. At end of soaking period, remove lid assembly from tank.
Thoroughly rinse internal components of lid assembly with
clear water. Using a stiff bristle brush, scrub the heating
element (and faucet water coil on automatic brewers) to
remove lime and calcium build-up. Rinse with clean water.
Store lid assembly in a safe location .
6. Remove the tank from the brewer and empty. Using a stiff
bristle brush, scrub the interior of the water tank to remove
lime and calcium build-up. Rinse with clean water.
7. Set the tank back into the brewer. Reassemble the tank lid to
the water tank. Make sure the gasket is properly in place,
then reinstall the hold-down strap.
8. Reinstall wiring to heating element and thermostat. Reinstall
the hi-limit thermostat (if removed). For brewers with hot
water faucet, reassemble faucet piping. Verify that all internal
components are dry, then reinstall the top panel.
9. Reconnect brewer to electrical supply and, for automatic
brewers, reconnect water supply.
10. Install the brew chamber without lter paper or grounds.
Run at least three full brew cycles and discard all water
generated.