Table of Contents SECTION 1: Product Specification Dimensional Drawing Description of Product Model Number SECTION 2: Parts Listing and Exploded Views Parts Listing Exploded Views Fluid Path Diagram Wiring Diagram SECTION 3: Water Bottle Installation and Replacement SECTION 4: Replacement of SmartFlo™ System SECTION 5: Electrical Diagnosis and Replacement Cold Control Replacement Cold Control Adjustment...
Storm Café The Storm Café water dispenser with coffee brewer is the latest model in the Storm family of coolers. The Café combines the convenience of the original Storm bottom load cooler with a single serve coffee cup type brewer. This generation of the Storm has an upgraded fascia with lighting over each faucet handle.
Fluid Path Diagram Solenoid Steam Valve Brewer Brewer Head Housing SmartFlo Pinch Valve Flow Connector Brewer Meter Pinch Tank Water Coffee Pod Valve Cold Pump Switch One-Way Reservoir Bottle Hot Water Valve Coffee Dispense Cold Water Dispense Air Pump Dispense Electrical Diagram Hot Switch White...
Water Bottle Installation and Replacement Open Dispenser door (Fig.1). Slide door upward to access bottle area. Fig. 1 Place fresh bottle outside of the cabinet. Clean the outside of new bottle with a cloth (Fig. 2). Fig. 2 Remove label/seal from the bottle cap (if applicable) and insert spike cap through the bottle cap (do not remove bottle cap) and press down to secure (Fig.
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Remove the red protective cap from the blue tube of the SmartFlo and install onto the bottle adapter assembly (Fig. 7). Fig. 7 Slide bottle into cabinet (Fig. 8) and close the door. Push down to close. Fig. 8 Depress the cold lever to fill the cold water tank (Fig. 9). When water begins to flow in a steady stream from the cold faucet, the tank has been filled (approximately 1 minute although it may be less time).
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Changing the Water Bottle A blinking blue light above the cold water lever and a blinking “Replace Bottle” on the brew selection panel will alert you when your water bottle is getting low. Water may be dispensed normally until empty (no water flows from the water outlets when lev- ers are depressed).
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Install Spike Cap through the bottle cap (do not remove bottle cap) and press down to secure (Fig. 16 & 17) Fig. 16 Fig. 17 Insert the Bottle adaptor assembly through Spike cap until tube hits bottom of the bottle (Fig. 18 & 19). Fig.
Replacing the SmartFlo™ Notice: The information and/or procedures presented in the following demonstration(s) should be performed by a trained Water Cooler Service Technician only. Never attempt to service or repair a water cooler while it is plugged into any power supply. Prior to any service or repair of the water cooler, ensure that the water has been completely drained from the system.
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Using the top cover key (Fig. 6), insert into the two holes (on the front, approximately 2 inches above and to the right of hot water safety button), push key inward to open top cover (Fig. 7 & 8). Fig. 6 Fig.
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Close and latch the locking arm (Fig. 20). Fig. 20 Install the hose connecter to bottle adapter (Fig. 21). Put the water bottle into the bottom of the cooler. Fig. 21 Close the top cover and lower the door to close. Plug the cooler into the electrical outlet. Pull the cold faucet lever until a steady stream of water comes out.
Cold Control Replacement Notice: The information and/or procedures presented in the following demonstration(s) should be performed by a trained Water Cooler Service Technician only. Never attempt to service or repair a water cooler while it is plugged into any power supply. Prior to any service or repair of the water cooler, ensure that the water has been completely drained from the system.
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Cut the small plastic zip tie holding the cold control sensor bulb to the evaporator insulation (Fig. 8). Fig. 8 Pull the sensor tube out from the evaporator insulation to remove (Fig. 9). Note: If required, install the Sensor tube cover onto the replacement cold control.
Cold Control Adjustment Note: The Cold Control can be adjusted without the removal of any panel. The adjustment screw is on the top rear (when viewed from the rear, see Fig. 1). To make the water colder, rotate the screw in the clockwise direction approximately 1 hour position. Allow the cooler to stabilize for 2-3 hours to ensure proper temperature of the cold water.
Thermostat and/or Limiter Replacement Notice: The information and/or procedures presented in the following demonstration(s) should be performed by a trained Water Cooler Service Technician only. Never attempt to service or repair a water cooler while it is plugged into any power supply. Prior to any service or repair of the water cooler, ensure that the water has been completely drained from the system.
Hot Tank Replacement Notice: The information and/or procedures presented in the following demonstration(s) should be performed by a trained Water Cooler Service Technician only. Never attempt to service or repair a water cooler while it is plugged into any power supply. Prior to any service or repair of the water cooler, ensure that the water has been completely drained from the system.
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Remove the wires connected to the thermostat and limiter (Fig. 13). Remove the ground wire from the hot tank. Locate the two terminals at the bottom of hot tank and disconnect the wires from the Hot Tank Element. Disconnect the NTC sensor wires (coming from top of hot tank) from the circuit board (Fig.
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Plug the cooler back into power outlet. Push hot safety button and press the hot water faucet lever until water comes out (Fig. 19). CAUTION: To prevent damaging the hot tank, do not turn ON if the hot tank is empty. Fig.
Overload and/or Relay Replacement Notice: The information and/or procedures presented in the following demonstration(s) should be performed by a trained Water Cooler Service Technician only. Never attempt to service or repair a water cooler while it is plugged into any power supply. Prior to any service or repair of the water cooler, ensure that the water has been completely drained from the system.
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Reinstall the cover (Fig. 12) and secure with the metal clip (Fig. 13). Note: use caution not to damage wires. Fig. 12 Fig. 13...
Cleaning and Sanitization Notice: The information and/or procedures presented in the following demonstration(s) should be performed by a trained Water Cooler Service Technician only. Never attempt to service or repair a water cooler while it is plugged into any power supply. Prior to any service or repair of the water cooler, ensure that the water has been completely drained from the system.
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Using the top cover key (Fig. 6), insert into the two holes (on the front, approximately 2 inches above and to the right of hot water safety button). Push key inward to open top cover (Fig. 7 and 8). Fig. 6 Fig.
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It is recommended that the hot tank be descaled periodically (depending upon water quality and usage). Only the use of food- safe descaling agents, compatible with 304 grade stainless steel, is recommended. The use of the descaling agents must be in accordance with the manufacturer’s safety instructions and recommendations and performed by properly trained personnel.
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13. Install a new SmartFlo™ Water Cartridge. Install the connector and corrugated tube into the inlet through cooler to bottom (Fig. 30 & 31). Insert the reservoir into evaporator (Fig. 32). Ensure the SmartFlo™ is installed properly. Turn the two knobs to lock the SmartFlo™...
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16. Install the hose connecter to adapter (Fig. 40). Put the water bottle into the bottom of the cooler. Fig. 40 17. Close the top cover and lower the door to close. Clean the drip tray assembly and install it back onto cooler. Plug the cooler into the electrical outlet.
Monthly Cleaning With Detergent Pod (Not Supplied) With the coffee machine turned on and at temperature, open the coffee pod holder (Fig. 18), insert the detergent pod and close the lid (Fig. 19 ). Fig. 18 Fig. 19 Place a glass or similar container under the water outlet (Fig 20). Select the twelve cup option and press the “Brew” but- ton to start the cleaning cycle (Fig 21).
Cleaning the Inlet or Outlet Needle Locate a metal paper clip and bend it so that there is a long straight section (Fig. 1). Fig. 1 To clean the inlet needle, open the cooler top. Open the pod holder lid and remove the brown cup holder. Locate and turn both red twist locks (Fig.
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While holding the pod holder assembly in one hand, locate the opening in the exit needle (Fig. 9) and insert the straightened paper clip into the hole and gently spin or rock the paperclip to remove any grounds which might be sticking to the needle (Fig 9).
Displaying and Clearing the Fault Codes To Display the Fault Code Fig. 1 Turn off the Hot Tank Power Switch (Fig. 1) Press and hold the “8 ounce” and “10 ounce” buttons for five seconds (Fig. 2 & 3). Fig. 2 Fig.
Purging the Brew Head of Water (if equipped) Turn off the Hot Tank Power Switch (Fig. 1), but leave the unit plugged into the electrical outlet. Fig. 1 CAUTION: WATER IN HOT TANK IS VERY HOT AND CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS. ALLOW SUFFICIENT TIME FOR THE HOT WATER TO COOL BEFORE DRAINING (1-2 HOURS).
If water present only at base of unit (not dripping from above), replace the water bottle. If water leaking from above the bottle (or not bottle related), unplug Dispenser, remove bottle and contact your water delivery service or Crystal Mountain. Ensure that the drip tray is not full and overflowing.
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