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The products, technical information, and instructions contained in this manual are subject to
change without notice. These instructions are not intended to cover all details or variations of the
equipment, nor to provide for every possible contingency in the installation, operation or maintenance of this equipment. This manual assumes that the pe rson(s) working o n the eq uipment have
been trained and are skilled in working with electrical, plumbing, pneumatic, and mechanical
equipment. It is assumed that appropriate safety precautions are taken and that all local safety and
construction requirements are being met, in addition to the information contained in this manual.
This Product is warranted only as provided in Cornelius’ Commercial Warrant applicable to this
Product and is subject to all of the restrictions and limitations contained in the Commercial Warranty.
Cornelius will not be responsible for any repair, replacement or other service required by or loss or
damage resulting from any of the following occurrences, including but not limited to, (1) other than
normal and proper use and normal service conditions with respect to the Product, (2) improper
voltage, (3) inadequate wiring, (4) abuse, (5) accident, (6) alteration, (7) misuse, (8) neglect, (9)
unauthorized repair or the failure to utilize suitably qualified and trained persons to perform service
and/or repair of the Product, (10) improper cleaning, (11) failure to follow installation, operating,
cleaning or maintenance instructions, (12) use of “non-authorized” p arts (i.e., parts that are not
100% compatible with the Product) which use voids the entire warranty, (13) Product parts in contact with water or the product dispensed which are adversely impacte d by changes in liquid scale
or chemical composition.
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This document contains proprietary information and it may not be
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Read and follow all safety instructions in this guide and on the machine (decals, labels, and laminated cards).
Read and understand all applicable OSHA (Occupation Safety and Health Administration) safety regulations
before operating the machine.
Recognize safety alerts
This is the safety alert symbol. When you see it in this guide or on the machine be alert
to the potential of personal injury, or damage to the machine.
Different types of alerts
There are three types of safety alerts:
DANGER — Indicates an immediate hazardous situation which if not avoided WILL result in seri-
ous injury, death, or equipment damage.
Ice Cooled Dispensers Operators Manual
WARNING — Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in
serious injury, death, or equipment damage.
CAUTION — Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor
or moderate injury or equipment damage.
SAFETY TIPS
• Carefully read all safety messages in this guide and safety signs on the machine.
• Keep safety signs in good condition and replace missing or damaged safety signs.
• Learn how to operate the machine and how to use the controls pro pe rly.
• Do not let anyone operate the machine without proper training.
• Keep your machine in proper working condition and do not allow unauthorized modifications to the machine.
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
WARNING — Only trained and certified electrical, plumbing and refrigeration technicians should ser-
vice this unit. ALL WIRING AND PLUMBING MUST CONFORM TO NATIONAL AND LOCAL CODES.
FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
CO2 (CARBON DIOXIDE) WARNING
WARNING
gas leaks in the entire CO
small area, immediately ventilate the contaminated area before attempting to repair the leak. Personnel exposed to high concentration of CO
by loss of consciousness. FAILURE TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH.
— CO2 Displaces Oxygen. St rict Attention must be observed in the prevention of CO2
2 and soft drink system. If a CO2 gas leak is suspected, particularly in a
2 gas will experience tremors which are followed rapidly
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SHIPPING AND STORAGE
CAUTION — Before shipping, storing, or relocating the Unit, syrup systems must be sanitized and
all sanitizing solution must be purged from the syrup systems. All liquids, after sanitizing, must be
purged from the unit. A freezing ambient environment will cause residual sanitizing solution or water
remaining inside the Unit to freeze resulting in damage to the internal components.
MOUNTINGINA COUNTER
WARNING - When mounting the unit in a counter top, the counter must be able to suppor t a w eig h t in excess of 310 lbs.to insure adequate support for the unit. FAILURE T O COMPLY COULD
RESUL T IN SERI OUS INJURY, DEATH OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
This manual applies to all models of drop-in and free-standing ice cooled dispensers.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
Details of each task are listed immediately below the chart. Refer to the details by task number.
Maintenance Schedule
TaskDWMQ
Clean all exterior surfacesO
Clean dispensing valves, Post-MixO
Clean dispensing valves, Pre-MixO
Clean & sanitize ice binO
Sanitize tank systems, Post-Mix and Pre-MixS
Sanitize syrup lines, BIB SystemsS
Sanitize Bin Drain & Drip Tray DrainO
Legend:
DailyWeeklyMonthlyQuarterly
OperatorService Person
DETAILSOF MAINTENANCE TASKS
Clean All Exterior Surfaces
Cleaning the Tower
(IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANSERS.)
1. Remove the cup rest from the drip tray.
2. Wash the drip tray with warm soapy water. Rinse the drip tray, allowing the rinse water to run down the
drain hose.
3. Wipe entire exterior of the tower with a damp cloth. Dry the tower with a clean cloth.
CAUTION: To minimize the possibility of damaging the surface of the painted tower care
must be taken when choosing a cloth. The cloth must be of clean cotton with a deep nap, or
equivalent. If a damp cloth is instructed to use, it must be rinsed out in clean water, the
damp or the dry cloth must be manually fluffed to a softened consistency before using to
wipe or polish the painted tower.
4. For the painted tower, (rather than a stainless steel tower) the painted surface may be cleaned using mild
detergents or most house hold cleaners like “ Fantastik or Mr. Clean”. After cleaning, wipe entire exter ior
of the tower with a damp cloth. (Do not use strong soaps, abrasive cleaner s or any cleaner that contains
Alcohol) Dry the tower with a clean cloth.
5. The painted tower surface may be waxed after cleaning using “Simoniz” paste wax, Aero Wax or GloCoat. After applying wax, buff the surface with a clean dry cloth to a high luster finish.
1. Remove the valve cover(s) and wash in plain water.
2. Remove the nozzle and the syrup diffuser and wash the parts in plain water.
IMPORTANT: When washing the dispensing valve, care must be taken not to get water on
the electrical solenoid.
3. Hold an appropriate container under the dispe nsing valve. Being very careful no t to get water on the ele ctrical solenoid, slowly pour plain water over the dispensing valve.
4. Install the nozzle and syrup diffuser on the valve.
5. Install the valve cover(s).
Clean Dispensing Valves, Pre-Mix
1. Pour clean water over the valve to rinse away any sticky residue.
2. Using a small round nylon bristle brush, clean the valve spout with plain water.
3. Dry the valve with a clean dry cloth.
Clean and Sanitize Ice Bin, Drains and Drip Tray
IMPORTANT: Only trained and qualified persons should perform these cleaning and sanitizing procedures.
Sanitizing Solution - Household liquid bleech that contains 5.25% sodium hypochlorit concentration, (such
as Hi-Lex or Chlorox).
Prepare the sanitizing solution by mixing 0.5-ounces of household bleech to one gallion of potable water.
This mixture must not exceed 200 PPM of chorine, allowable by the FDA. Use this mixture for all sanitizing
procedures.
1. Remove all ice from the ice bin and melt any remaining ice with hot water.
2. Remove ice bin drain strainer by lifting straight up.
3. Prepare a mild detergent solution in 120
o
C).
(48.9
4. Using a nylon bristle brush (Do Notuse a wire brush), clean the cold plate and the interio r of the ice bin
with the detergent solution.
5. Pour the remainder of the detergent solution down the drip tray and bin drains. Obse rve that the solution
flows freely. If not, determine the cause. It may be necessary to replace the drain tubing.
6. Prepare two or more gallons of sanitizing solution. Pour half of the solution down the bin and drip tray
drains. After the has completely drained, pour the remaining solution down the drains .
7. Replace the drain strainer.
8. Using a mechanical spray bottle, prepare sanitizing solutio n and spray the entire interior bin surfaces.
Allow to air dry.
o
F (48.9oC) potable water. NEVER use water hotter than 120oF
Sanitize Tank Systems, Post-Mix and Pre-Mix
1. Remove all ice from the ice bin and melt any remaining ice with hot water.
2. Remove all the quick disconnects from all the tanks.
3. Prepare a mild detergent soap solution in 100
4. Submerge all disconnects (gas and liquid) in the soap solution and then clean them using a nylon bristle
brush (Do Not use a wire brush). Rinse with clean water.
5. Prepare sanitizing solution and using a mechanical sp ray bottle, spray the disconnects. Allow to air dry.
6. Using a clean, empty tank, prepare five gallons of sanitizing solution. Rinse the tank disconnects with
approximately 9 oz. of the sanitizing solution. Close the tank.
7. Connect a gas disconnect to the tank and then apply one of the product tubes to the tank of sanitizing
solution. Operate the appropriate valve until the sanitizing solution is flowing from the valve.
8. Repeat the step above, applying a different product tube each time until all tubes are filled with the sanitizing solution.
9. For post-mix valves, remove the nozzle and syrup diffuser and clean them in a mild detergent soap solution. Rinse with clean water and reassemble the nozzle and syrup diffuser to the valve.
10. For pre-mix valves, disconnect all product tubes from the tank of sanitizing solution and then open the
valves to allow the pressure to be relieved. Remove the valves from the dispenser, disassemble and
wash thoroughly in a mild detergent soap solution.
11. Rinse the parts in clean water, reassemble the valve and reconnect it to the dispenser.
12. Allow the sanitizing solution to remain in the tubes for the manufacturer’s recommended exposure time.
13. Discard the tank of sanitizing solution and connect the disconnects to a tank of potable water. Operate
the valves until all sanitizer has been flushed from the system and only water is flowing.
14. Connect the disconnects to the appropriate product t anks and operate e ach valve until all water is purged
from the tubing.
Sanitize Syrup Lines, BIB Systems
1. Remove all ice from the ice bin and melt any remaining ice with hot water.
2. Remove all the quick disconnects from all the BIB containers.
3. Prepare a mild detergent soap solution in 100_ F potable water in a suitable pail or bucket.
4. Submerge all disconnects in the soap solution, then clean them using a nylon bristle brush (Do Not use a wire brush). Rinse with clean water.
5. Using a plastic pail, prepare approximately five gallons of sanitizing solution.
6. Rinse the BIB disconnects in the sanitizing solution.
7. Sanitizing fittings must be attached to each BIB disconnect. If these fittings are not available, the fittings
from empty BIB bags can be cut from the bags and used. These fittings open the disconnect so the sanitizing solution can be drawn through the dis con n ec t .
8. Place all the BIB disconnects into the pail of sanitizing solution . Opera te all the valves until the sanitizing
solution is flowing from the valve.
9. Remove the nozzle and syrup diffuser from the valve and clean th em in a mild detergent soap solution.
Rinse with clean potable water and reassemble the nozzle and syrup diffuser to the valve.
10. Allow the sanitizing solution to remain in the tubes for the manufacturer’s recommended exposure time.
11. Remove the sanitizing fittings from the BIB disconnects and place them in a container of potable water.
Operate the valves until all the sanitizing solution has been purged from the tubing.
12. Connect the disconnects to the appropriate BIB container. Operate the valves until all water has been
flushed from the system and syrup is flowing freely.
CO2 SETTINGS
IMPORTANT: The settings shown below are nominal settings and they may not satisfy your
system. If your installer or serviceperson has indicated other pressure settings to you,
please adhere to those settings. If your system is not performing to your satisfaction, call
your serviceperson. DO NOT make adjustments without consulting with a qualified serviceperson.
DISPENSED PRODUCT
COMES OUT OF DISPENSING V AL VE CLEAR
BUT FOAMS IN CUP OR
GLASS.
DISPENSED PRODUCT
PRODUCES FOAM AS IT
LEAVES DISPENSING
VALVE.
A. Oil film or soap scum in cup or
glass.
B. Ice Used for finished drink is sub-
cooled.
C. Carbonator CO
2 regulator pres-
sure too high for existing water
conditions or temperature.
D. Syrup over-carbonated with CO
2
as indicated by bubbles in inlet
syrup lines leading to unit.
A. Dispensing valve restricted or
dirty.
B. Tapered nylon washer inside car-
bonated water line swivel nut
connector distorted restricting
carbonated water flow.
C. Dirty water supply.
D. Warm Product - No ice in bin,
bridged ice on cold plate or
plugged drain.
A. Use clean cup or glass.
B. Do not use ice directly from
freezer. Allow ice to become
‘‘wet’’ before using. (Refer to following NOTE).
NOTE: Crushed ice in the glass also
causes dispensing problems.
When finished drink hits sharp
edges of ice, carbonation is
released from dispensed drink.
C. Reduce carbonator CO
2 regula-
tor pressure setting. (Reference
manual provided with carbonator).
D. Remove syrup tanks quick dis-
connects. Relieve tank CO
2 pres-
sure, shake tank vigorously, then
relieve tank CO
2 pressure as
many times as necessary to
remove over-carbonation.
A. Sanitize syrup system as
instructed.
B. Replace nylon washer. Make
sure it is properly seated.
C. Check water filter. Replace car-
tridge. (see NOTE)
D. Replenish ice, break ice up to
eliminate bridging, unplug the
drain
NOTE: If water supply is dirty, be
sure to flush lines and carbonator completely. It may be necessary to remove lines to
carbonator tank, invert tank, and
flush tank and all inlet lines to
remove any foreign particles or
dirt.
NO PRODUCT DISPENSED FROM ALL DISPENSING VALVES.
A. Transformer unplugged.
B. No electrical power to trans-
former.
C. Disconnecte d dispensing valves
power cord.
D. Disconnected or broken wiring to
A. Plug in the transformer.
B. Check fuse or circuit breaker.