Inlet Solenoid Valve Remove & Replace, CT 1.5 (Compact Chiller)

Overview

This guide will walk you through the step by step process to remove and replace the Inlet Valve in the Countertop 1.5 Compact Chiller. The Inlet Valve opens and closes as needed to control water flow into the Compact Chiller.

In this article (click to jump)

• Required Tools & Parts
• Remove and Replace Procedure
  • Task 1: Depressurize the water system.
  • Task 2: Power Off the Bevi.
  • Task 3: Remove the chiller from the cabinet.
  • Task 4: Remove the Top Panel.
  • Task 5: Removing the Inlet Valve.
  • Task 6: Install the new Inlet Valve.
  • Task 7: Test for Leaks
  • Task 8: Reinstall the Chiller.

Required Tools & Parts

• 720-0332 FRU - INLET VALVE
• #2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
• Small bucket or collection container
• Needle nose pliers (optional)

Remove and Replace Procedure

Task 1: Depressurize the water system.

1. Turn off the water source to the Compact Chiller.
2. Open the front access panel.
3. Turn off the Buffer tank.
   • Rotate the shut off valve to the CLOSED position.

4. Navigate to the Troubleshooting Tools screen.
   1. Touch the service icon in the upper left corner.
   2. Touch "Start Service"
   3. Enter the PIN to access the service panel.

5. On the left side of the screen, touch "Machine Alerts".
   • Touch "Troubleshooting Tools"

6. Place a container under the nozzle, and pour COLD water until water is no longer dispensing.

Task 2: Power Off the Bevi.

1. Power off the Bevi using the power switch on the front of the chiller.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the back of the chiller.

Task 3: Remove the chiller from the cabinet.

1. Carefully lift the front of the chiller so the locating tabs on the bottom can come up and out of the ventilation holes.

2. Slide the chiller forward so the front hangs over the edge of the cabinet.
3. Remove the red locking clip and disconnect the 3/8" water supply line from the back of the chiller.
   • This step may not be necessary if there is enough slack on the water line to fully remove the chiller without putting tension on the tubing.

4. Lifting from the front and the rear grab handle, carefully lift the chiller out of the cabinet and place on the floor.

Task 4: Remove the Top Panel.

1. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen the two screws securing the top panel of the chiller.
   • The screws are captive and will remain attached to the panel
2. With the screws fully loosened, lift up on the front of the panel up and out of the locating tabs at the back to remove it from the chiller.
3. Place the panel to the side.
4. With the panel removed, you now have access to the Inlet Solenoid.

Task 5: Removing the Inlet Valve.

1. Locate the Inlet Valve at the back right corner of the chiller.

2. Prior to disconnecting any water tubing or electrical leads, take a photo of the fully installed inlet valve.
   • This is useful as a point of reference when installing the new inlet valve.
3. Remove the two power connectors to the valve.
   1. If necessary, pliers can be used to gently grasp and pull the connectors in order to remove them.
   2. The inlet valve is not secured to the top of the chiller, so if needed it can be lifted up slightly to get better access to the wiring connectors.
   3.  Caution: Do not pull directly on the wires, as you could pull the wire out of the connector.

4. Disconnect the input and output tubes from the Inlet Valve.
   1. Remove the red locking clips from the push-to-connect fittings on the Inlet Valve.
   2. Note: Depending on the manufacturing date of the chiller, red locking clips may or may not be present on any of the internal water connections.
   3. Disconnect the ¼' stem elbow from the input.
   4. Disconnect the ¼' tube from the output.
5. Remove the Inlet Valve from the chiller.

Task 6: Install the new Inlet Valve.

1. Unpackage the new valve.
2. Place the new Inlet Valve into position on the top of the chiller.
3. Reconnect the input and output tubes to the Inlet Valve.
   1. Reconnect the ¼" stem elbow to the input.
   2. Reconnect the ¼" tube to the output.
   3. Ensure all tubing connections are fully seated into the push-to-connect fittings.
   4. If present, reinstall the red locking clips.

4. Reconnect the power connectors to the inlet valve.
   1. Ensure the connectors are fully seated.
   2. The Inlet Valve does not have any polarity, so the orientation of the wires does not matter.

Task 7: Test for Leaks

1. At this time, it is recommended that you test the system for leaks prior to fully reinstalling in the cabinet.
2. If it was disconnected during removal, reconnect the 3/8" water supply tube.
   1. Ensure the tubing is fully seated into the push to connect fitting.
   2. Reinstall the red locking clip.
3. Turn on the water supply.
4. Reconnect the chiller power cord.
5. Power on the chiller.
6. Once the chiller is powered on, the water system should begin to fill.
   1. Inspect all tubing and fittings to ensure there are no leaks present.
   2. If there are leaks, turn off the water supply and power off the chiller.
   3. Inspect all fittings to ensure tubing connections are fully seated.
7. If no leaks are present, continue to Task 8.

Task 8: Reinstall the Chiller.

1. Reinstall the top panel.
   1. Take care not to pinch any wiring in the panel.
   2. Ensure the locating tabs slot into place
   3. Tighten the screws to secure the panel.
2. Carefully lift the chiller into place in the cabinet.
   • Ensure the locating tabs on the bottom of the chiller fit into the ventilation holes and the chiller sits flush on the base of the cabinet.

Note: Avoid spilling water from the ice bank by taking extra care to keep the chiller flat and level, and minimize any excess handling.

3. Once reinstalled, power on the chiller.
4. Navigate back to the troubleshooting tools menu.
5. In the front access panel, open the buffer tank valve.

Note: Confirm that the Filter Flush valve is in the closed position.

6. From the "Water" controls menu, open the inlet solenoid.
   1. This will allow water to enter the chiller and fill the buffer tank.
   2. While filling the buffer tank, observe the internal water pressure increasing in the Data section.
   3. Once water pressure has stabilized, the buffer tank should be full.

7. Confirm the Ice Bank is full.
   1. After removing and reinstalling the chiller, it is possible the ice bank is no longer full.
   2. In the Chiller Data section, confirm that Chiller "Full" reads YES.
   3. If the chiller is not full, press "Start" in the Chiller Controls menu to fill the ice bank.

8. Once the Buffer Tank and Ice Bank are filled, test the functionality of the Bevi.
9. Dispense both Cold and Sparkling water to verify they are working properly.

10. Press "Back" at the top right corner of the screen to exit the Troubleshooting Tools menu.
11. Be sure to resolve any machine alerts that may have fired while servicing the machine.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact Bevi Technical Services at support@bevi.co, or call our support line at 866-704-2384 (BEVI)