Draining Tanks, Steam

Draining Tanks, Steam Series

Time Needed: 10-15 minutes

Parts Needed: None, There is an internal drain manifold which will exit the drain hose.

Tools Needed: None

Step 1: Turn off dedicated water source to the machine. Turn off breaker switch and toggle switch under machine

Step 2: Remove cup tray and set aside

Step 3: Locate the ball valves in the machine. There is a ball valve dedicated to each tank

Step 4: Open steam tank ball valve. If the steam tank is pressurized, only open ball valve slightly

The brew tanks are under a vacuum and will not drain by just opening the ball valve

Step 5: Open brew tank ball valves

Step 6: Disconnect the Molex connection at the pump

Step 7: Move the brew actuators in the middle position. This will open the solenoid valves and break the vacuum

Step 8: Once the machine is drained, close up all ball valves and reconnect the pump.

Unplug your power cord if you are keeping the machine off for more than a couple days