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SBC Remove & Replace, Countertop 2.0

Updated

Overview

This guide provides a step-by-step process of swapping the SBC (Single Board Computer) in a Countertop 2.0 head unit.

In this article (click to jump):

  • Required Tools & Parts
  • Remove and Replace Procedure
    • Task 1: Power Off the Bevi
    • Task 2: Remove the Shell
    • Task 3: Remove the SBC
    • Task 4: Install the New SBC
    • Task 5: Update the Touchscreen ID
    • Task 6: Reinstall the Shell
    • Task 7: Test the Bevi Machine

Required Tools & Parts

  • 720-0371 - FRU - SINGLE BOARD COMPUTER (SBC)
  • Flathead screwdriver or vehicle key

Remove and Replace Procedure

Task 1: 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.

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Task 2: Remove the Shell

  1. Remove the drip tray from the CT 2.0 and place it to the side.
  2. Place one hand on the left and one hand on the right of the shell and twist toward one side until the shell releases from the front of the head unit.
  3. Insert a key or flatheaded screwdriver straight into the shell latch-release hole until the tool stops moving.
    1. CAUTION: It is possible to slip the tool underneath the latch.

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  1. Lift the shell up to remove it from the CT 2.0.
    1. CAUTION: The shell may require some force to remove.

Task 3: Remove the SBC

  1. Disconnect the six cables from the SBC.
    1. LED Backlight Cable
    2. Video Cable (LVDS)
    3. Touch Sense Cable
    4. USB Comms to Chiller
    5. USB Comms to HUCB
    6. 12 VDC PowerCable
  2. The power and the backlight cable both have a lock latch that must be depressed to remove the connectors from the SBC.

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CAUTION: Do not pull directly on any of the wires; they are easy to damage and the wires may pull out of the connectors.
  1. If applicable, cut any zip ties that may be securing the SBC to the pump towers.
    1. Take care to not cut or knick any cables while cutting zip ties.
  2. Gently pull the mounting tab away from the SBC.
    1. Hold the mounting snap to the side for the duration of this step.
    2. CAUTION: This snap is very fragile and easily breakable - pull on it just enough to release the SBC.

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  1. Hold the SBC by the edges and lift it out of its corner positioning features.

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Task 4: Install the New SBC

  1. Pull the mounting tab away from the pump powers.
    1. Hold the mounting tab to the side for the duration of the replacement.
  2. Place the SBC onto the top of the pump tower.
    1. There are four corner positioning features to help align the SBC.
    2. Ensure the SBC is oriented correctly with the USB ports on the rear of the pump towers.
  3. Release the mounting tab to secure the SBC in place.
  4. Reconnect all of the cables to the SBC.
    1. Refer to Task 3, Step 1 for a list of the cables.

Task 5: Update the Touchscreen ID

  1. Power on the head unit.
    1. Once powered on, the SBC will boot up into Factory Mode.
  2. The head unit should automatically connect to cellular data.
  3. If applicable, follow the setup instructions on screen to connect to the internet.
  4. The head unit will download and install any available updates once it’s connected to the internet.
  5. You MUST contact Bevi Support to have the unit's Touchscreen ID updated.
    1. The replacement SBC will have a new Touchscreen ID.
    2. Contact Bevi Support at 866-704-2384.
    3. Bevi Support will assist in updating the Touchscreen ID on the Well, and pushing the software properties for the unit to the new SBC.

Task 6: Reinstall the Shell

  1. Loosely place the shell onto the head unit.
    1. Ensure proper alignment of the hooks on the front of the shell.
    2. Ensure no cabling or flavor lines are pinched in the shell prior to seating it. Components at risk of being pinched are:
      1. Flavor lines - pump to nozzle
      2. Flow meter cable
      3. Cables from the touchscreen
    3. Ensure the power cord is effectively routed through the port on the back of the shell.
  2. Reseat the shell onto the head unit.
    1. Firmly press on the top of the shell directly above one of the snaps to seat it into the touchscreen.
    2. Perform the same step on the other side of the shell.
    3. Ensure the snaps fully click into place.
  3. Replace the drip tray.

Task 7: Test the Bevi Machine

  1. Test the functionality of the Bevi machine to ensure that your issue has been resolved.
  2. Resolve any alerts that may have fired before returning the machine to the dispense UI.