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Soda Dispensing Towers Installation, Use & Care Manual This manual is updated as new information and models are released. Visit our website for the latest manual. www.manitowocfsg.com America’s Quality Choice in Refrigeration Part Number 020002777 10/11...
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Safety Notices Read These Before Proceeding: As you work on Manitowoc equipment, be sure to pay close attention to the safety notices in this manual. ! Caution Disregarding the notices may lead to serious injury and/ Proper installation, care and maintenance are or damage to the equipment.
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THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK We reserve the right to make product improvements at any time. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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We reserve the right to make product improvements at any time. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
This manual covers the following models: Your Local MBE Distributor ______________________ Soda Tower Models Distributor Telephone Number ____________________ 116, 126CNK. 126ENK, 126LNK, 126LDP, 126LDPX, Model Number _______________________________ 136, 136PDP, 136PDPX, 138CDA, 136LDAX, 136EDLVX, 136LDLX, 138EDSX, 138EDSX, 138DS, Serial Number ________________________________...
OUTDOOR APPLICATIONS equipment leaves the MBE factory. TS Multiplex Beverage Recirculating units are approved No equipment may be returned to MBE without a written and listed by Underwriters Laboratories (UL). However Return Materials Authorization (RMA). Equipment they are not UL approved for weather exposure returned without an RMA will be refused at MBE’s dock...
Section 2 Installation DIMENSIONS AND CLEARANCES — ALL MODELS MODEL 126 (V-STYLE) MODEL 116 MODEL 126 (S-STYLE) MODEL 136 Part Number 020002777 10/11...
Installation Section 2 8" (20.3 cm) cup clearance for " 3" tall drain pan (46.7 cm) " (24.1 cm) cup clearance for " tall drain pan P.N. 00914300 MODEL 143 MODEL 138 MODEL 156 MODEL 158 Part Number 020002777 10/11...
Safe Installation Dos and Don’ts Location Requirements LOCATION OF THE DISPENSING TOWER Warning 1. Determine the location where the Multiplex Read the following warnings before beginning an Dispensing Tower will be installed. installation. Failure to do so may result in possible 2.
Read instructions before attempting installation. ALL TOWERS 120 or 220VAC primary PREPARATION 24 VAC secondary The Multiplex Beverage Equipment Soda Tower is pre- 50/60Hz assembled in the factory and requires minimum installation. MAKING THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS For future reference or to be used when ordering parts, 1.
Installation Section 2 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS Warning Warning When using electric appliances, basic precautions must always be followed, including the following: The beverage/ice machine must be grounded in accordance with national and local electrical codes. a. Read all the instructions before using the appliance.
Section 2 Installation Mounting The Dispensing Tower SECURED WITH MOUNTING CLAMPS SECURED BY BOLTING TO THE COUNTER View "A" Pre-formed Counter-Top 1. Locate the drain pan and mounting screws. Mount the Dispensing Tower dispensing tower onto the counter. "-20 Hex 2.
Installation Section 2 Plumbing – General Model 136EDA, 136EDAX, 138EDA, or 138EDAX CONNECTING THE SYRUP AND WATER LINES Model 138CDA or 138CDAX 1. Locate the Barb stem splicers and tab clamps in the installation kit. NOTE: The Installation Kit provides syrup connections for 1.
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Section 2 Installation Model 136FDA, 136FDAX, 138FDA, or 138FDAX Model 136LDA, 136LDAX, 138LDA, or 138LDAX 1. Locate the Barb stem splicers and tab clamps in the 1. Locate the Barb-stem splicers and tab-clamps in the installation kit. installation kit. NOTE: The Installation Kit provides syrup connections NOTE: The Installation Kit provides syrup connections for 1/2 or 3/8 ID conduits.
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Installation Section 2 Model 138EDA2 Model 115, & 116 1. Locate the Barb-stem splicers and tab-clamps in the 1. Locate the Barb-stem splicers and tab-clamps in the installation kit. installation kit. NOTE: The Installation Kit provides syrup connections NOTE: The Installation Kit provides syrup connections for 1/2 or 3/8 ID conduits.
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Use two (2) Tab Clamps at every connection. tab clamps at every connection. NOTE: The Multiplex Model 126 Front Draw Dispensing NOTE: The Model 158 and 1510 Pass-Thru towers have Tower has only one internal carbonated water circuit.
Installation Section 2 Model 1310 Model 143 1. Locate the Barb stem splicers and tab clamps in the 1. Route the beverage conduit up to the stainless steel install kit. barb stem adaptors at the base of the dispensing tower. If the lines of the conduit are different lengths, NOTE: The Installation Kit provides syrup connections always connect the shortest line first.
Section 3 Operation Calibration of the Dispensing Valves 3. Place a Volume Cup with 10 oz (295.7 ml) measurement line, under valve to be adjusted. If SET THE FLOW (WATER FLOW RATE ONLY) using Syrup Separator, place Volume Cup under water side of separator only.
Operation Section 3 SET THE RATIO (WATER TO SYRUP MIXTURE) 5. Repeat steps 2 through 4 above for all sizes and all stations (products) needing calibration. Be sure to use the 1. Remove valve nozzle by turning the nozzle and pulling correct Volume Cup finished drink marking line, or correct down.
Section 3 Operation Program modes Example: 10 presses = 1 second. 3. To decrease time, press the Size 1 button () at this PROGRAM MODE CAL NO. 1 (TOTAL VOLUME) time. Each press of the Size 1 button () will decrease To enter the Calibrate No.
Operation Section 3 TOP-OFF PROGRAM MODE INSTRUCTIONS FOR DUAL FLAVOR STATIONS Top-Off Program Mode NOTE: Station No. 2 and 4 have Dual Flavors 1. Press the flavor and it's associated LED will come To enter the top-off program mode, simultaneously press CAL button and the Size 4 button () on any station.
If excessive amount of water is tasks and the scheduled frequency required to ensure flowing over stand pipe, locate leak within bath and the proper operation of your Multiplex dispensing repair. equipment. To ensure quality beverages, prevent •...
Maintenance Section 4 • Inspect pressure setting at syrup pressure regulators. • Inspect the circulating motor/pump assembly. Clean Verify propter pressure setting. Adjust if necessary. strainer and oil motor. • Inspect system for CO leaks, repair as required. • Inspect the carbonating motor/pump assembly. Clean strainer and oil motor.
Section 4 Maintenance CLEANING & SANITIZING THE DISPENSING Cleaning Equipment and Supplies VALVES AND PRODUCT LINES • Recommended cleaner: Any caustic-base (low sudsing, Maintenance Schedule non-perfumed, easily rinsed) detergent solution which provides a minimum 2% sodium hydroxide. The solution Every day must be prepared in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Maintenance Section 4 Sanitizing BEVERAGE SYSTEM CLEANING Warning Flush sanitizing solution from syrup system. Residual sanitizing solution left in system could create a health hazard. Warning 2. Disconnect the “syrup-line side” of the BIB When using cleaning fluids or chemicals, rubber connector.
Section 4 Maintenance 5. Draw rinse water through system until clean water is FIGAL BEVERAGE SYSTEM dispensed. Most beverage valves allow the syrup 1. Prepare the following in three clean Figal tanks: side to be manually activated by depressing the •...
Maintenance Section 4 Shipping, Storage and Relocation ! Caution Before shipping, storing, or relocating this unit, syrup systems must be sanitized. After sanitizing, all liquids (sanitizing solution and water) must be purged from the unit. A freezing environment causes residual sanitizing solution or water remaining inside the unit to freeze, resulting in damage to internal components.
Section 5 Before Calling for Service Checklist Warning If a problem arises during operation of your post mix Only trained and certified electrical and plumbing soda refrigeration unit, follow the checklist below before technicians must service this unit. All wiring and calling service.
Before Calling for Service Section 5 Problem Possible Cause To Correct NO CARBONATED WATER OR INSUFFICIENT CARBONATED WATER IN FINISHED DRINK No Carbonated Water only at one dispensing Carbonated water Shut-off Valve closed or Remove top cover from Dispensing valve or valve.
Section 5 Before Calling for Service Problem Possible Cause To Correct Valves will not activate when Selection Transformer inoperative. Verify wire leads from Transformer have solid Panel pressed. Problem occurs at two (2) connections. Switch low voltage lead from or three (3) consecutive Valves on one Transformer supplying power to left and right (1) tower.
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Before Calling for Service Section 5 Problem Possible Cause To Correct Foaming of finished products. Nozzles, Syrup Tube Diffusers dirty. Remove and clean Nozzle Assemblies and reassemble. Warm drinks. Refer to Troubleshooting “Section 7: Refrigeration System” under Warm drinks. Incorrect pressure on syrup. Verify pressure supplied to sugar base products is at 60 psi (4.2 kg/cm2).
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