The Brio Bottom-Load Water Dispenser, model CLBL720SCX, is a modern and convenient appliance designed to provide instant access to cold, hot, and ambient temperature water. Its sleek, stainless steel finish and bottom-load design make it a stylish and practical addition to various environments, including staff kitchen areas, offices, other working environments, farm houses, hotels, motels, residential type environments, bed and breakfast type environments, and catering and similar non-retail applications. This dispenser is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Function Description
The Brio water dispenser offers three temperature settings: cold, hot, and ambient (room temperature) water. The bottom-load design eliminates the need to lift heavy water bottles, making bottle replacement easier and reducing the risk of spills. A pump draws water from a bottle located in the cabinet at the bottom of the unit. The dispenser features a control panel with an LED display that shows the current time and temperature settings. It also includes a child safety lock for the hot water tap, preventing accidental burns. The self-cleaning ozone feature helps maintain hygiene by sanitizing the water tanks and lines.
Important Technical Specifications
- Product Dimensions:
- Height: 104.0 cm (40.9 in.)
- Width: 31.0 cm (12.2 in.)
- Depth: 34.0 cm (13.4 in.)
- Operational Specifications:
- Dispensing Cold Water:
- Temperature: 39°–59°F / 4°–15°C
- Tank Capacity: 2.5 L/H
- Flow Rate: 1.2 L/min
- Dispensing Hot Water:
- Temperature: 174°–194°F / 79°–90°C
- Tank Capacity: 4 L/H
- Flow Rate: 1.2 L/min
- Water Bottle Compatibility: The dispenser is compatible with 3- or 5-gallon (12- or 19-liter) water bottles.
- Power Cord: The unit requires a properly grounded wall outlet. Do NOT use extension cords.
- Environmental Conditions: The dispenser should work under environment temperatures from 4°C~40°C (39°F~104°F) and humidity ≤90%.
Usage Features
- Bottom-Load Design: Simplifies water bottle replacement by eliminating heavy lifting. The water bottle is placed in the cabinet at the bottom of the dispenser.
- Control Panel Display: An intuitive LED display shows the time and temperature settings. Up and down arrow buttons allow users to set the time and adjust temperature settings for cold and hot water.
- Temperature Settings: Users can set specific temperatures for both cold and hot water. The cold water temperature can be set to 39°F (4°C) to 59°F (15°C), and the hot water temperature can be set to 174°F (79°C) to 194°F (90°C).
- Touchless Motion Sensor: A sensor allows for touchless dispensing of cold water, enhancing hygiene.
- Child Safety Lock: The hot water tap is equipped with a safety lock to prevent accidental dispensing of hot water, ensuring safety, especially in households with children.
- Nightlight Switch: A nightlight feature illuminates the dispensing area, making it easier to use in low-light conditions.
- Self-Cleaning Ozone Feature: This function helps sanitize the water tanks and lines, ensuring clean and fresh-tasting water. The ozone icon on the bottom-right corner of the display will begin blinking, indicating the cleaning process is underway. The cycle takes 90 minutes to complete. During this time, do not dispense and drink the water.
- Drip Tray: A removable drip tray collects spills, making cleanup easy.
- Installation: The dispenser should be placed upright on a hard and level surface, away from direct sunlight and outdoors. It requires a grounded wall outlet. Ensure there is at least 20 cm (8 in.) of free airflow between the wall and water dispenser.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning and Maintenance:
- External Cleaning: The exterior of the dispenser should be cleaned regularly with a soft cloth and mild soap.
- Drip Tray Cleaning: The drip tray and grid should be cleaned frequently to prevent overflow and maintain hygiene.
- Self-Cleaning Ozone Feature: Activate the self-cleaning cycle by pressing and holding the self-cleaning switch (8) for 5 seconds. This feature helps sanitize the internal water tanks and lines, reducing the buildup of bacteria and biofilms. The cycle takes 90 minutes, during which water should not be dispensed or consumed.
- Water Bottle Replacement: When the bottle is empty, the dispenser will indicate this on the display. To replace, remove the empty bottle, clean the bottle adapter, and insert a new water bottle.
- Dispenser Storage: If the dispenser will not be used for an extended period, it should be drained and cleaned thoroughly.
- Troubleshooting: The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues such as:
- Cold water not cold
- Hot water not hot
- Nightlight not working
- Dispenser is noisy
- Bottle is leaking
- Dispenser is not dispensing water
For example, if the cold water is not cold, solutions include checking the power cord, ensuring the green power switch on the back of the dispenser is On, and calling customer service if the issue persists after 15-20 minutes. If the dispenser is noisy, solutions include ensuring the dispenser is located on a level surface and checking if the heating tube is generating a slight noise, which is normal.
The Brio Bottom-Load Water Dispenser is designed for ease of use, safety, and convenience, providing a reliable source of temperature-controlled water for various settings.