Decommissioning Countertop 1.0

This article provides step-by-step instructions for Bevi technicians and other qualified personnel on how to properly decommission Bevi Countertop (CT) machines. The following contains instructions for both v.0 and v.1 CT units.

Required Tools & Materials

• Manual/hand siphon pump (example here or here), *or* electric booster pump with 1/4" tubing (Bevi Part #720-0006) 
• 3/8" tubing (~6’)
• Tube cutter
• 3/8" shutoff valve
• 1/4“ & 3/8” John Guest plug/stoppers
• Phillips screwdriver, or drill with phillips bit
• Adjustable wrench
• Shop Towel/Shammy/Paper Towels

Task 1: Turning off Water to the Bevi Machine

1. At the Bevi machine, locate its water source by following the incoming water line:
   • Countertop models have the water line entering directly into the carbonator/chiller unit.  
   • Water source shutoffs are often located under a nearby sink, or coming directly out of the wall near the unit.  An example of one valve type is shown below.
2. Turn the water source shutoff valve to the “off” position.
3. Return to the Bevi.

Task 2: Releasing Pressure From Water Lines

1. Power off the chiller. 
   • The chiller is located inside the cabinet below the head unit.
   • The chiller power switch is green and is located on the right side, near the power cord.

1. On the touchscreen, dispense still water until no water is dispensing from the nozzle. 
2. Dispense sparkling water until only CO2 gas is dispensing. 
3. Turn off the CO2 tank.
4. Dispense sparkling water again until all remaining CO2 pressure is released. 

Task 3: Removing CO2 and Flavor Boxes (BiB’s)

1. Disconnect flavor boxes (BiB’s) from their associated BiB connectors.
2. Disconnect the 4 flavor connectors from each of the ¼” flavor lines. 
   • Neatly bunch up the BiB connectors and place them together within one of the empty BiB cardboard boxes. 
3. After disconnecting the BiB’s and connectors, prime the flavor lines until they’re empty.
   • To do this, enter the Service Panel on the Bevi touchscreen by tapping the gear logo in upper left, tap “Start Service”, and enter the PIN (1986).
   • With a cup or bucket under the nozzle, hold the Prime buttons for each flavor slot to flush out any flavor in the line.  
   • Exit Service Panel.

4. Save (2x) BiB boxes. Dispose of the rest.
   • • Cardboard may be recycled; Internal bags should be removed and disposed of.
     • No BiB box? If there is no spare BiB box on hand, substitute another box or bag that can be sealed and secured for shipping back loose parts/accessories.
5. Remove the drip tray from the Bevi dispense area on the head unit, and place inside an empty BiB box.
6. Disconnect the CO2 tank: 
   • Remove the CO2 regulator with an adjustable wrench. 
   • Secure the regulator in one of the empty BiB boxes, to return along with the machine.
7. Remove the CO2 tank from the cabinet.

Task 4: Disconnecting Lines from Chiller

The Bevi may have one of two different chiller versions installed. One has connections on the front, the other has connections on top. Identify which one you are working on:

Front Connection Chiller Connections on front of chiller. The top access panel (black plastic) is blank.	Top Connection Chiller Connection tubes extend through the  top access panel.

Front Connection Chiller:

1. Disconnect the Water In line from the front of the chiller.
   • Plug the fitting with a 3/8” stopper.
2. Disconnect the CO2 In line from the front of the chiller.
3. Disconnect the Still Out line from the front of the chiller.
   • Plug the fitting with a 1/4” stopper.
4. Disconnect the Sparkling Out line from the front of the chiller.
   • Plug the fitting with a 1/4” stopper.
5. Disconnect the chiller power cord and from the chiller and outlet.
   • Place cord inside one of the BiB boxes.
6. Carefully remove the chiller and tray from the cabinetry and place it on the floor. 
   • Be careful not to damage the millwork or flooring.  

Top Connection Chiller:

1. Disconnect the Still and Sparkling Out lines from the top of the chiller.  
   • Close the shut off valves for the still and sparkling out lines.
   • Disconnect the 1/4” lines from the shut off valves, leaving the shut off valves connected to the chiller.
2. Carefully slide the chiller and tray forward to access the back. 
3. Disconnect the CO2 In line, from the back of the chiller.
4. Disconnect the Water In line from the back of the chiller.
   • Plug the water in fitting with a 3/8” stopper.
5. Disconnect the chiller power cord from the chiller and outlet.
   • Place cord inside one of the BiB boxes.
6. Carefully remove the chiller and tray from the cabinetry and place it on the floor. 
   • Be careful not to damage the millwork or flooring. 

Task 5: Empty the Chiller Ice Bank

1. Locate the black plastic access panel on the top of the chiller (both types).
2. Remove the black access panel by unscrewing the two Phillips head screws.
   
   • The “top connections” chiller will have additional obstructions in this area.

1. Insert pump tubing into the chiller’s ice bank and ensure that tubing reaches the bottom of the chiller.
2. Before pumping, check to ensure that arrows are aligned on the pump for proper directional flow.
   • Confirm that the  opposite end of the pump tubing is ready to drain into a bucket or sink.
3. Pump until completely empty.
   • It is important that ALL of the water gets pumped out of the ice bank.  Shipping the chiller with water inside can potentially cause serious damage to the internal components. 
   • Once the ice bank is completely drained, remove pump tubing and reinstall the black plastic panel.  

Task 5: Disconnecting unit and water lines from source

1. Trace water line back to the source, taking care to remove any mounting materials holding the line. 
2. Disconnect the water line from the source.
3. Remove the water line components from the cabinetry. 
   • Remove the water block, 3M filter and Filter head, backflow preventer, and water pressure regulator.
   • Store water supply components in empty BiB box(es) or another sturdy box that can be packed and secured. 
4. Unplug Bevi electronics.
   • Surge protector from wall outlet,
   • CT head unit power brick from surge protector,
   • Carbonator power cord from surge protector,
   • If necessary: Disconnect all components of the Opt-Connect, and remember to remove the antenna.
   • Store electrical & Opt-Connect components in empty BiB box. 

5. Show the decommissioned Bevi to the customer contact and explain what work was done. Demonstrate that all other appliances are back up and running if applicable.

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)