IMI Cornelius, Inc. VA 13 Installation Manual

Installation
Manual

IMPORTANT:

It is the responsibility of the Service Person
to ensure that the water supply to the

dispensing equipment is provided with
protection against backflow by an air gap as
defined in ANSI/ASME A112. 1.2-1979; or an
approved vacuum breaker or other such
method as proved effective by test.

VA 13

CARBONATOR

Water pipe connections and fixtures directly
connected to a potable water supply shall be
sized, installed, and maintained according to
Federal, State, and Local codes.

When installing in an area regulated by the
City of Los Angeles Plumbing and/or
Mechanical Codes, a City of Los Angeles
approved reduced pressure principle
backflow preventer shall be installed on each
potable water supply to each carbonator.

Manual Part No. 318511001

EIMI Cornelius Inc.; 1982-2001

Control Code D

April 1,1982

Revised: November 30, 2001

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INFORMATION 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CO2 (CARBON DIOXIDE) WARNING 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SHIPPING, STORING, OR RELOCATING UNIT 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GENERAL INFORMATION 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TO THE USER OF THIS MANUAL 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CLAIMS INSTRUCTIONS 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WARRANTY REFERENCE INFORMATION 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

DESIGN DATA 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

UNIT DESCRIPTION 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

THEORY OF OPERATION 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

INSTALLATION 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

IDENTIFICATION OF LOOSE–SHIPPED PARTS 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SELECTING LOCATION 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

INSTALLING THE UNIT 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLACING UNIT IN OPERATING LOCATION 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CONNECTING PLAIN WATER INLET SUPPLY LINE TO UNIT 8. . . . . . . . . .

CONNECTING CO2 INLET SUPPLY LINE 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CONNECTING CARBONATED WATER OUTLET LINE 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PERMANENT ELECTRICAL POWER CONNECTION TO DOMESTIC UNIT IF

REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PREPARATION FOR OPERATION 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ADJUSTING CARBONATOR CO2 REGULATOR AND TURN PLAIN

WATER INLET LINE ON 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

UNIT OPERATION 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TROUBLESHOOTING 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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WATER PUMP MOTOR WILL NOT OPERATE. 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WATER PUMP MOTOR WILL NOT SHUT OFF. 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ERRATIC CYCLING OF CARBONATOR. 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WATER PUMP MOTOR OPERATES BUT WATER PUMP DOES NOT PUMP

WATER. 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WATER PUMP CAPACITY TOO LOW. 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WARRANTY 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIST OF FIGURES

FIGURE 1. VA 13 CARBONATOR 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FIGURE 2. CARBONATOR CONNECTIONS 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FIGURE 3. CARBONATOR ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FIGURE 4. WIRING DIAGRAM (MODEL NO. 416411000,1621, and 496411000) 13

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (cont’d)

LIST OF FIGURES CONT’D)

FIGURE 5. WIRING DIAGRAM (MODEL NO. 496411020) 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FIGURE 6. WIRING DIAGRAM (MODEL NO. 496411040) 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIST OF TABLES

TABLE 1. DESIGN DATA 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

TABLE 2. LOOSE-SHIPPED PARTS 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Recognize Safety Information

This is the safety-alert symbol. When you see this
symbol on our machine or in this manual, be alert to
the possibility of personal injury.

Follow recommended precautions and safe operating
practices.

Understand Signal Words

A signal word - DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION
is used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identi­fies the most serious hazards.

DANGER

Safety signs with signal word DANGER or WARNING
are typically near specific hazards.

General precautions are listed on CAUTION safety
signs. CAUTION also calls attention to safety mes­sages in this manual.

WARNING

CAUTION

Follow Safety Instructions

Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on your machine safety signs. Keep safety signs in
good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Learn how to operate the machine and how to
use the controls properly. Do not let anyone operate the machine without instructions. Keep your machine in
proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair function and/or safety and
affect the machine life.

CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) Warning

CO2 Displaces Oxygen. Strict Attention must be observed in the prevention of CO2 (carbon dioxide)
gas leaks in the entire CO2 and soft drink system. If a CO2 gas leak is suspected, particularly in a
small area, immediately ventilate the contaminated area before attempting to repair the leak. Person­nel exposed to high concentration of CO2 gas will experience tremors which are followed rapidly by
loss of consciousness and suffocation.

Shipping, Storing, Or Relocating Unit

CAUTION: All water must be purged from the Unit if exposed to freezing temperature. A freezing am­bient temperature will cause residual water remaining inside the Unit to freeze resulting in damage to
internal components of the Unit.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

TO THE USER OF THIS MANUAL

This Manual is a guide for servicing and maintaining this equipment. Refer to Table Of Contents for page loca­tion of detailed information pertaining to questions that may arise. A Service Manual (P/N 318511005) for this
equipment is available upon request.

This Unit must be serviced by a qualified Service Person. This Unit contains no User serviceable parts.

CLAIMS INSTRUCTIONS

Claims: In the event of shortage, notify the carrier as well as IMI Cornelius immediately. In the event of dam-
age, notify the carrier. IMI Cornelius is not responsible for damage occurring in transit, but will gladly
render assistance necessary to pursue your claim. Merchandise must be inspected for concealed dam­age within 15 days of receipt.

WARRANTY REFERENCE INFORMATION

Warranty Registration Date

(to be filled out by customer)

Unit Part Number:

Serial Number:

Install Date:

Local Authorized
Service Center:

DESIGN DATA

Table 1. Design Data

Model Numbers

115 VAC Unit (Liquid dual check valve) 416411000
115 VAC Unit (With vented dual check valve) 1621
230 VAC Unit (Liquid dual check valve) 496411000
230 VAC Unit (Liquid dual check valve) 496411020
230 VAC Unit (Liquid dual check valve) 496411040

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Table 1. Design Data (cont’d)

Overall Dimensions:

Width 6-3/8 inches
Height 15 inches
Depth 14 inches

Weight:

Dry 28-3/4 pounds
Shipping 30-1/4 pounds

Ambient Operating Temperature 40° F to 100° F

Maximum Operating CO

Pressure 125 PSI

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Electrical Requirements:

Operating Voltage and Current Draw See Unit Nameplate

FIGURE 1. VA 13 CARBONATOR

UNIT DESCRIPTION

The carbonator is a compact Unit that may be installed in a remote location from where its carbonated water
outlet is to be connected to a post-mix dispenser or a system. The purpose of the Unit is to mix plain water and
carbon dioxide (CO2) gas which results in and provides carbonated water for a post-mix dispenser or a system.
The Unit consists basically of a water pump, motor, and a carbonated water tank. The water pump has a liquid
dual check valve (Unit Model No. 416411000, 496411000, 496411020, and 496411040) or a Vented Dual Check
Valve (Unit Model No. 1621) on its outlet to prevent carbonated water from back flowing into the city water sys­tem. The Vented Dual Check Valve vents water and possibly CO2 gas out of a vent port on failure of the primary
check valves. Should such venting occur, the primary check valve should be replaced. The Unit CO2 inlet has a
single check valve to prevent carbonated water back flow into the CO2 regulator.

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