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INSTALLATION General Location Requirements A flat, level location is required for proper installation. When using a counter, ensure it will support the weight of the dispenser plus the weight of any equipment placed near it. See the specifications page for specific equipment weights.
If needed, one can be purchased from FBD under part number 12-2272-0001. The back flow device must have a line connected to the vent that diverts any flow to a drain. Failure to do this can result in a flooded establishment! Water pipe connections and fixtures directly connected to a potable water supply shall be sized, installed, and maintained in accordance with federal, state, and local codes.
Connecting to Syrup Supply Installations requiring tubing runs over 50 feet may encounter pressure fluctuation issues due to excessive pressure drop and subsequently cause false sold out conditions. Use at least 1/2” ID tubing in these situations. Also consider installing booster pumps on the supply lines. Increasing the regulated CO2 pressure on the syrup pumps can also help maintain proper syrup pressure at the dispenser.
Home Menu The home menu is shown above. This menu shows the status of all barrels, allows control of all barrels and is the launching point to the sub menus. Press the green button while a barrel is highlighted to perform actions to that barrel such as defrost or turn on or off.
Menu Tree The menu is divided up into two levels. The first is the “store level” that is intended for the store operator. The second level is the service level that is intended only for a trained service technician. Below is a visual representation of the menu tree.
Main Menu The main menu allows the user to view the • Readouts (pressures, temperatures, etc) • Access the fault code history • Access the service menu. Readouts Menu The readouts menu shows the current status of all temperature and pressure sensor readings, line voltage and other pertinent information about the operation of the dispenser.
Fault Codes Menu The fault code menu provides a list of the last twenty fault codes with the date and time of occurrence and resolution. When the green button is pressed, additional details about the highlighted error are shown, including a QR code. Scan the QR code with a smart phone to see detailed troubleshooting steps. For a complete listing of fault codes that can be displayed please see the “Fault Code Definition”...
Maintenance Options Menu The maintenance menu is for purging, filling and draining the barrels. There are three routines; all of which are semi-automated and eliminate the need to manually turn solenoids on and off. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete each process. •...
There are also two sub-menus that affect the quality of the drink: CARBONATION ADJUSTMENT: The amount of carbonation in the drink can be adjusted in this menu. The adjustment ranges from “MAX CO2” (lots of carbonation!) to an un-carbonated drink. Select the barrel # and adjust the bar graph up or down.
If the day of the week is lowercase then the dispenser will skip that defrost time on that day. There are also predefined defrost schedules available. Contact FBD for details on the various schedules.
Auto Defrost Menu In addition to a preset defrost schedule, the dispenser has an automatic defrost feature. This allows the dispenser to dynamically adjust the time between defrost cycles based on customer activity. When the auto defrost feature is enabled there are also “black out windows” that can be programmed. These windows prevent any defrost cycles from occurring during that period.
Note: For protection, all solenoids will automatically turn off after 6 minutes Bevtrak Menu BevTrak is a reporting system for FBD beverage equipment. It allows the equipment owner to monitor the status and sales performance of their dispensers via an internet browser. Bevtrak connects to the internet via a GSM modem (cell phone technology) or through a Wi-Fi connection.
Modem Setup The are several different modems that may be used so the correct modem must be selected. If a GSM modem is used then the correct SIM provider must be selected as well. After both selections have been correctly entered, select the “CONFIGURE MODEM”...
Restore Factory Settings Menu The restore menu allows a service technician to restore the dispenser settings to factory default. This can be useful when too many settings have been changed and the dispenser is not operating at optimal conditions. When restoring factory settings, certain settings can be retained such as the defrost schedule, auto defrost blackout times, language and units (English or SI).
STARTING UP THE DISPENSER Leak Check and Prime Remove the side panels by loosening the two screws located at the bottom of the panel and then lifting off the frame. Remove the drip tray by lifting and pulling forward and then remove the splash plate and front cover to expose the solution modules.
Initial Power Up Plug the dispenser into the power supply and verify by looking at the LCD located behind the merchandiser. The display should be on the home screen showing the status of the barrels. If the firmware has just been updated, then the dispenser will prompt the operator to answer the following questions: 1) desired language, 2) number of barrels, and 3) dispenser serial number.
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setting. Check the specifications for the flavor if unsure of the target brix. Note: Light or diet product has a low brix and can cause problems with the dispenser if not properly set up. Although these products have ingredients to replace the anti-freezing properties of sugar, they can still create excessive ice if not carefully brixed according to their specifications.
Filling Barrel and Starting The barrel, or freeze chamber, must be purged of air before filling with product. Failure to displace the air with CO2 will result in poor drink quality. Navigate to the SERVICE menu and then select the MAINTENANCE OPTIONS menu. Highlight the desired barrel and then press the GAS PURGE button.
DISPENSER OPERATION Operation of the 77X dispenser is simple as many of the operations are automatically taken care of by the dispenser. Freeze To freeze the product down, press the up or down arrows on the keypad until the desired barrel is highlighted and then press the RUN button.
Drink Too Heavy A drink with not enough CO2 will be heavy and may look dark in the barrel. To increase the CO2 content in the drink, increase the setting in the CARBONATION ADJUSTMENT menu. Approximately ten 16 oz drinks will need to be dispensed before the product in the barrel has re-conditioned to the new settings.
CLEANING AND SANITIZING General Information The 77X dispensers are shipped from the factory cleaned and sanitized in accordance with NSF guide- lines. After installation of the dispenser, the operator must provide continuous maintenance as described in this manual and/or state and local department guidelines to ensure proper operational and sanitization requirements are met.
Sanitizing The dispenser should be sanitized yearly. Prepare a chlorine solution containing 100 PPM of available chlo- rine with clean water at 90 to 100°F (32 to 44°C). Commercial beverage equipment sanitizing and cleaning solutions such as Kay-5 or Stera Sheen are preferred because they also contain surfactants to assist in cleaning.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Air Filter Cleaning The air filter must be cleaned monthly to ensure proper operation of the dispenser. A dirty air filter will reduce the refrigeration capacity and can potentially damage the compressor. To remove the filter, open the front merchandiser and locate the pull handle protruding from the front panel.
Rear seal Front of barrel with faceplate and beater bar removed Backflow Preventer Maintenance The strainer portion of the backflow preventer must be removed and cleaned on an annual basis. To clean the device, turn off the water supply and unscrew the filter housing as shown in the figure. Clean any debris and replace the strainer.
TROUBLESHOOTING Home Menu Messages The dispenser will always display a message on the home screen with the status of the dispenser. These may be normal operation messages, out of messages or error messages. Message Meaning Action BOARD FAILURE Internal communications on board Replace control board.
TEMPERATURE SENSOR Temperature sensor reading out Check sensor and replace if FAILURE of range. necessary. WAITING TO DEFROST Barrel is waiting to begin the No action required. defrost cycle and must wait until another barrel freezes or completes a defrost. WAITING TO FREEZE Barrel is ready to freeze but is Wait until other barrels have...
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Error #070: Compressor Ran Too Long The compressor ran continuously for more than 90 minutes. Is the location an extreme volume venue such as a festival? If so, contact FBD service for instructions on adjusting the timer. Run the refrigeration diagnostic sequence to determine the reason for the failure.
Error #140: Low regulated CO2 PSI The regulated CO2 pressure dropped below 50 PSI. Ensure the CO2 supply is not low. Check the “carbonation” regulator on the header tray and ensure it is set to 60 PSI. Error #150: High regulated CO2 PSI The regulated CO2 pressure is above below 70 PSI.
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Error #510: Compressor not turning on Manually turn on compressor and ensure the contactor located in the electrical box engages. If contactor does not engage then check for 24 VAC at the contactor coil. Note: The voltage will read ~19 VAC when not powered. Refer to the wiring schematic for details. If no voltage, install a new control board and check for 24 VAC again.
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Error #550: Excessive refrigeration pressure The high side refrigeration pressures (as read on LCD display) during a freeze cycle should not exceed 450 PSI. Ensure dispenser has 3” clearance on sides and back and no obstructions overhead. Failure to provide adequate clearances will result in poor airflow or the recirculation of hot discharge air from the condenser.
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Error #611, 612, 613, 614: CO2 or Solution Leak The barrel pressure is rising during a fill circuit diagnostic test. Determine if the barrel is filling with CO2 or liquid. If the barrel liquid level is low enough use a flashlight to look at the back of the barrel and see if liquid is entering the barrel.
MOUNTING TEMPLATES To permanently secure the dispenser to a counter top, use the diagrams below to drill 7/16” clearance holes in the cabinet. Next, place the dispenser in position and install 3/8”-16 UNC bolts from the underside of the counter into the threaded bosses in the frame. Seal the dispenser to the countertop with a bead of clear silicone caulk around the base of the frame to prevent spills from collecting under the dispenser.