Culligan BAEMUV1SHSK SSA User manual

User Guide
Please read this instruction manual before using your water dispenser.
BOTTOM LOAD/TRI-TEMP
DIRECT CONNECT CONVERTIBLE
WATER COOLER
BAEMUV1SHSK SSA
PBBLPOU

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS pg 3
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS pg 3
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS pg 4
PRODUCT DIAGRAM pg 4
INSTALLATION Pg 5
PREPARING THE DISPENSER FOR BOTTLED WATER pg 5
INITIAL SETUP FOR A BOTTLED WATER SYSTEM pg 5
ADJUSTING THE SIPHON TUBE FOR SMALLER BOTTLES pg 6
PREPARING THE WATER DISPENSER FOR USE AS A BOTTLE-LESS SYSTEM pg 6
ADDING FILTRATION pg 7-8
INITIAL SET-UP FOR A BOTTLE-LESS SYSTEM pg 9
OPERATION pg 9
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE pg 10-11
CLEARING THE IN-LINE STRAINER pg 11
TROUBLESHOOTING pg 12-13
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Purchasing a Culligan Water Dispenser was a GREAT choice!
This unique design oers the benets of:
• No more struggling to lift heavy water bottles!
• No more spills during water bottle installation!
• No more unsightly bruised or battered recycled water bottles!
• Waterways stay cleaner between regular cleaning and maintenance!
Please read the enclosed operating instructions carefully and retain this booklet for future reference. We have
carefully engineered your water dispenser to provide years of enjoyment and trouble-free operation.
• This dispenser is equipped with a grounded power cord plug for your safety.
• Do not operate this (or any other appliance) with a damaged power cord. Be sure that the plug is fully inserted
into the GFCI outlet and that no other appliance is plugged into the same outlet.
• Do not run the power cord over carpeting or other heat insulators, and do not cover it. Avoid laying the cord in
high trac areas, and never submerge it in water.
• Do not use an extension cord as it may overheat, increasing the risk of re.
• If the supply cord is damaged, contact Culligan or a qualied electrician to replace it before plugging it in.
• Never turn the dispenser upside down. If the dispenser has been resting on its side for a long period of time,
place the it in the upright position for approximately 12 hours before using.
• For use with up to 5 gallon (19 liter) water bottles or tap water source with optional lters
• Never allow children to dispense hot water without proper and direct supervision.
• Always use known and microbiologically-safe bottled or tap water source.
• Keep your dispenser in a dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Do not use this dispenser outdoors.
• Never put anything ammable close to the dispenser.
• Leave a minimum clearance of 6 in (15 cm) in back and on both sides of the dispenser for proper ventilation.
• Always install your dispenser on a level oor.
• Wait 5 minutes before restarting the dispenser after turning it o.
• Always unplug the dispenser before servicing.
• Regular cleaning of your dispenser is required to maintain your warranty.
• Please follow the cleaning instructions outlined in this manual and clean the dispenser every 6 months.
• To provide additional protection from the risk of shock, this dispenser MUST be connected to a ground fault
circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet at all times. Use of an extension cord will void any warranties.
• This appliance must be grounded. Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock,
causing serious injury and possibly death.
• This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug and must be
connected into a properly-grounded, polarized outlet.
• Consult a qualied electrician if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as
to whether the appliance is properly grounded. If the wall outlet is a standard, 2-prong outlet, it is your
personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly-grounded, 3-prong wall outlet.
• Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord plug.
• Do not use an adapter plug with this appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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RATED VOLTAGE 115V - 60Hz HOT WATER/HR 0.9 GAL (3.5 L)
HEATING POWER 450W COLD WATER/HR 0.7 GAL (2.5 L)
COOLING POWER/CURRENT 90W/1.5A HOT WATER TEMP. RANGE 165°F - 185°F (73.9°C - 85°C)
COOLANT R134a 36g
FRONT BACK
LED DISPLAY
PANEL
HOT WATER
DISPENSE
BUTTON
COLD WATER
DISPENSE BUTTON
ROOM TEMP WATER
DISPENSE BUTTON
WATER
DISPENSE
POINT
DRIP TRAY
HOT WATER
SWITCH
(RED)
COOLING
SYSTEM
SWITCH
(GREEN)
HOT TANK
DRAIN AND
CAP
TAP
WATER INLET
AUXILIARY
WATER OUT
POWER
CORD
LOWER
CABINET
DOOR
WATER BOTTLE CAP
WITH SIPHON TUBE
WATER LINE
TUBING
NIGHT LIGHT
SWITCH
(BLUE)
WATER SUPPLY
SWITCH
(BLACK)
CONDENSER
COILS
WATER BOTTLE CAP
CONNECTOR
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT DIAGRAM
NIGHT
LIGHT

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1. After unpacking, wipe dispenser with soft cloth.
2. Place the dispenser on a hard, at surface, making certain it is level. The dispenser should not be placed near
direct sunlight or any other source of heat.
3. It is best to place the dispenser in an area with good air circulation. Make sure there is at least 6 in (15cm) of
clearance in back and on both sides of the dispenser for proper ventilation.
WARNING: The hot tank drain plug on the back of the dispenser may loosen during shipping. Securely tighten the
drain plug before starting the dispenser. A loose drain plug may leak, causing oor damage.
This model is dierent from a traditional water dispenser with the water bottle upside down on the top. Instead, the
water bottle is placed upright in the lower cabinet with a pump drawing the water up to the dispenser.
IMPORTANT:
• Clean the top of the water bottle before installing.
• Always wash your hands rst before handling the water bottle cap.
• Avoid handling the siphon tube. If necessary, remove the tube, wash with soapy water and rinse thoroughly
before reinstalling into the water bottle cap.
• Much like a new refrigerator with an ice maker or water dispenser, it is recommended to run 1 to 2 gal (3.8 to 7.6 L)
of water through the system before the rst use.
IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE THE DISPENSER IS NOT PLUGGED INTO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET AND THAT BOTH THE
COOLING SYSTEM AND HOT WATER SWITCHES ARE OFF.
1. Open the lower cabinet door.
2. Place full water bottle on oor in front of the dispenser. Remove the plastic
cap from the mouth of the bottle.
3. Insert the siphon tube into the mouth of the water bottle and press the
water bottle cap rmly over the mouth of the bottle.
4. Slide the siphon tube down until it reaches the bottom of the bottle.
5. Slide the bottle inside the cabinet and close the lower cabinet door.
6. Plug the dispenser into a grounded GFCI power outlet. The water pump
will turn on for several minutes to ll the cold and hot tanks.
7. Once the pump has stopped, place a container under the water dispense
point and press the hot water dispense button until water ows freely.
8. Turn ON both the cooling system and hot water switches located on the
back of the dispenser. If you are not going to use hot water, turn the hot
water switch OFF to conserve energy.
9. The rst time the dispenser is used, you will have to wait at least 1 hour for
cold water and 15 minutes for hot water.
NOTE: Please wait until the water pump stops running before using the dispenser. If the water tanks
are not full, water will not dispense.
INSTALLATION
PREPARING THE WATER DISPENSER FOR USE AS A BOTTLED WATER SYSTEM
INITIAL SET-UP FOR A BOTTLED WATER SYSTEM

WATER LINE IN
AUXILLIARY
WATER OUT
Install regulator if water
pressure exceeds 100 PSI
WATER
CONNECTIONS
Figure 1 Figure 2
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Your new water dispenser features a water bottle cap with siphon tube that can accommodate various size bottles up
to 5 gallons (19 liters) water bottle.
The water bottle cap and siphon tube assembly is shipped in it’s default conguration for use with a standard 5 gallon
(19 liter) bottle. For proper operation, make sure the collar of the water bottle cap is seated securely to the neck of the
bottle. (Fig. 1)
To adjust the siphon tube length, hold the siphon tube cap and pull the stainless steel tube up or down. (Fig. 2)
Continue to the OPERATION step.
Your cooler can be used with a direct water line connection and ltration system. The ltration system can be installed
prior to the water dispenser or can be installed inside the cabinet behind the door.
ADJUSTING THE SIPHON TUBE FOR SMALLER BOTTLES
PREPARING THE WATER SYSTEM FOR USE AS A BOTTLE-LESS (DIRECT TO WATER LINE
CONNECT) WATER DISPENSER
To connect to a water line, locate the inlet on the rear of
the unit and remove the plug from the push-to-connect
tting marked “Water Line In”.
WATER TUBE CONNECTION/
DISCONNECTION PROCEDURES
Fig. A
NOTE: Do not use water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system
1. To connect, push tube
through collet ring into body.
2. Tube must sit fully past
o-ring.
3. To disconnect, hold collet
ring against body and pull
tube out.

If inlet water pressure is greater than 100 psi, a pressure regulator must be
installed prior to the water dispenser connection (not provided).
! !
Flush the new lters as per the manufacturers recommendation before
installing them into the unit!
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ADDING FILTRATION: EXTERNAL
1. The white tube must be connected to the lter
system inlet.
3. Mount the lter to the condenser coils on the back of
the unit high enough that the lter can be removed.
Culligan oers options for ltration to be added to your cooler. Contact Culligan for details.
Large, higher capacity lters will have to be mounted to the outside of the cooler.
2. The blue tube must be connected to the lter system
outlet.
4. Insert the ltered water out line (blue) into the Water
Line In bulkhead tting on the back of the unit.
INLET
OUTLET

If inlet water pressure is greater than 100 psi, a pressure regulator must be
installed prior to the water dispenser connection (not provided).
! !
Flush the new lters as per the manufacturers recommendation before
installing them into the unit!
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ADDING FILTRATION: INTERNAL
3. Mount the lter to the condenser coils inside of
the unit high enough that the lter can be removed.
4. Connect water inlet line (white) (1) to the inlet tting
on the lter head (2). Connect water outlet line (blue) to
the water outlet tting on the lter head (3) and connect
to the tee tting (4).
1. If installing a lter, locate the coil of tubing inside the
cabinet on the left side.
2. Disconnect and remove the push t union tting and
use the tube ends to connect to the lter. (see Fig. A)
Culligan oers options for ltration to be added to your cooler. Contact Culligan for details.
Smaller lters can will have to be mounted inside the cooler.

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The water dispenser has 4 indicator lights on the front panel.
• When the indicator light is on, the dispenser has power.
• When the indicator light is on, the dispenser is heating water inside the heated water tank.
• When the indicator light is on, the dispenser is in the process of cooling water inside the cooling tank.
• When the indicator light is on, there is no water left in the water bottle and it needs to be replaced.
Replace the water bottle, and close the door to reset the dispenser. The dispenser will work again and the
indicator light will turn o. If set up as a bottle-less unit, then the indicator light means that the lter is becoming
clogged and should be replaced or the water supply is turned o.
LED DISPLAY PANEL
1. Locate the water supply switch on the back of the unit near the top. Switch the unit to POU.
2. Turn on the water supply to the unit.
IMPORTANT! Make sure both cooling system and hot water switches are o.
3. Plug the dispenser into a grounded GFCI power outlet. An internal solenoid valve will turn on for several minutes
to ll the cold and hot tanks.
4. Once the solenoid valve has stopped, place a container under the water dispense point and press the hot water
dispense button until water ows freely.
5. Turn ON both the cooling system and hot water switches located on the back of the dispenser. If you are not going
to use hot water, turn the hot water switch OFF to conserve energy.
6. The rst time the dispenser is used, you will have to wait at least 1 hour for cold water and 15 minutes for hot
water.
7. Continue to the OPERATION step below.
NOTE: Please allow the several minutes for solenoid valve to operate and ll up the water tanks before using
the dispenser. If the water tanks are not full, water will not dispense.
INITIAL SET-UP FOR A BOTTLE-LESS SYSTEM
OPERATION
WATER SUPPLY
SWITCH

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For maximum eciency and performance, your water dispenser requires cleaning on a regular basis (ie. every 6
months). Regular cleaning will prevent potential growth of bacteria and will maintain a hygienic environment.
Never use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.
Cleaning the Outside of the Water Dispenser
The outside of the dispenser may be wiped clean with a cleaning solution product or a mild soap and water mixture
and a soft cloth. Rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry.
Cleaning the Drip Tray
The drip tray should be emptied and cleaned regularly to remove spotting and any mineral deposits.
To remove the drip tray, lift the tray upward, dislodging it from the guides. Drain and clean with cleaning solution or
a mild soap and water mixture. For tough deposits, add vinegar and let it soak until the deposits loosen. Then wash,
rinse and dry throughly. Replace the grill on the drip tray and slide it onto the guides.
Cleaning the Condenser
Vacuum or sweep away the dust from the condenser coils. This will improve cooling and eciency.
Cleaning The Waterways
IMPORTANT: TURN OFF THE HOT AND COLD WATER SWITCHES BEFORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE.
1. Make sure the power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet.
2. Open the lower cabinet door, pull the bottle forward out of the dispenser and place on the oor.
3. Remove the water bottle cap and siphon tube from the bottle and hang on the hook located on the inside of the
lower cabinet door. For bottle-less cleaning, repeat this procedure but ip the Water Supply switch to Bottle during
this procedure.
4. Drain the cold reservoir by placing a container under the water dispense point and pressing the cold dispense
button until water stops owing. Discard water. Note that the pump will continue to operate for approximately 30
seconds, followed by a ashing yellow bottle empty light.
5. Using a clean container, mix 8 cups (2 L) of white vinegar with 8 cups (2 L) of hot water. Place the container on the
oor of the bottle storage compartment. Insert the siphon tube into the cleaning solution, keeping the container
upright, and close the lower cabinet door. The water pump will start automatically and run for several minutes to
draw the cleaning solution into the dispenser reservoirs. Once the pump has stopped, dispense 0.5 cups (0.12 L) of
water from each of the 3 dispense buttons. Allow the cleaning solution to sit inside the dispenser for 20 minutes.
6. Place a container under the water dispense point and press the hot, room temp, and cold water dispense buttons
until the cleaning solution stops owing. Discard cleaning solution. The pump will continue to operate for
approximately 30 seconds, followed by a ashing yellow bottle empty light.
7. Using a container, drain the remaining cleaning solution from the internal hot tank by unscrewing the hot tank
drain cap located at the back of the dispenser. Discard the cleaning solution. Re-install the hot tank drain cap.
8. Flush out the cleaning solution by repeating Steps 5-7 using 16 cups (4 L) of fresh hot water (no cleaning solution).
The cleaning process is now complete.
9. Replace the water bottle (See INITIAL SET-UP) or ip the switch behind the unit back to POU.
NOTE: To conserve energy when not using the dispenser for a long period of time, unplug the dispenser and drain
the reservoirs.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

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IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE THE WATER SUPPLY TO THE UNIT IS SHUT OFF BEFORE PROCEEDING.
At some point it may become necessary to unclog the strainer in the unit water line. If clogged, water will not be able
to feed into the unit.
1. Shut o water supply to unit. Dispense 2 quarts of water into a container to relieve water pressure.
2. Pull white water line-in tubing (inside the cabinet) from the bulkhead tting and remove the in-line strainer.
3. When clean, install the strainer back into the water line. Be sure to seat the strainer properly or the line will not be
sealed properly and will leak.
5. Turn the water supply to the unit back on.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CLEARING THE WATER LINE STRAINER
Draining the Reservoirs
IMPORTANT: UNPLUG THE DISPENSER BEFORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE.
1. Dispense hot water from the water dispense point until the temperature drops to a safe level to avoid the risk
of scalding.
2. Remove the water bottle or turn o the water supply.
3. Press all 3 dispense buttons until water no longer comes out.
IMPORTANT: Collect the water in a container, not the drip tray.
4. Place a container beneath the hot tank drain valve on the back of the dispenser.
5. Remove the hot tank drain cap from the hot tank drain valve, allowing the water to ow into the container.
6. Re-install the hot tank drain cap.
The in-line strainer is
located inside the cooler
and set into the water
line-in tubing (white) in
the top bulkhead tting.
IMPORTANT: The in-line strainer must be fully seated into
the water line or else the line will leak. The in-line strainer
has a tight t and may be dicult to push back into the
water line.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTION
Water does
not dispense.
Dispenser is unplugged. Plug the dispenser into a grounded
GFCI power outlet.
Main power supply is o. Re-establish main power supply.
The lower cabinet door is open. Close door and allow time for
pump to ll the reservoirs.
The water bottle is empty. Replace water bottle.
(See INITIAL SETUP)
The connection between the water
bottle cap and the water bottle
cap connector is not secure.
Properly secure connection.
System has malfunctioned. Remove water bottle and unplug
the dispenser. Contact dealer.
Cold water does
not dispense.
Cooling system switch is OFF. Turn cooling switch ON.
Too much cold water consumed
in a short period of time. Wait 15 minutes for the water to cool.
The ventilation around the
dispenser is insucient.
Provide at least 6 in (15 cm) of clearance
on all sides of the dispenser.
System has malfunctioned. Remove water bottle and unplug
the dispenser. Contact dealer.
Hot water does
not dispense.
Hot water switch is OFF. Turn hot water switch ON.
Too much hot water has been
consumed in short period of time. Wait 15 minutes for the water to heat.
System has malfunctioned. Remove water bottle and unplug
the dispenser. Contact dealer.
Dispenser is noisy
during operation.
The dispenser is not level. Place the dispenser on a level, at surface.
Dispenser is touching other objects. Move dispenser away from other objects.
Water leaks from the
water dispense point.
The buttons are stuck down. Check for foreign objects in the button area.
The water dispense point
has been damaged.
Contact Culligan Customer Service.
844-787-3148
Water is dripping out
of the dispenser and
onto the oor.
The hot tank drain cap is
not fastened properly.
Tighten the drain cap.
If the seal inside the drain cap is torn
or damaged then replace with a new one.
The connection between the water
bottle cap and the water bottle
cap connector is not secure.
Properly secure connection.
The hot or cold water tank is leaking. Remove water bottle and unplug
the dispenser. Contact dealer.
The water being
dispensed has
a strange taste.
This is not uncommon
with new dispensers.
The taste usually goes away after
the rst bottle has been used.
Dispenser requires cleaning. Clean the siphon tube and waterways.
(See CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE)
TROUBLESHOOTING (BOTTLE)

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTION
Water does
not dispense.
Dispenser is unplugged. Plug the dispenser into a grounded
GFCI power outlet.
Main power supply is o. Re-establish main power supply.
The lower cabinet door is open. Close door and allow time for the
solenoid valve to ll the reservoirs.
Strainers are clogged. Remove strainers and clean.
Water supply switch is in the wrong
position.
Make sure that the water supply switch is set to
the correct water supply position.
Cold water does
not dispense.
Cooling system switch is OFF. Turn cooling switch ON.
Too much cold water consumed
in a short period of time. Wait 15 minutes for the water to cool.
The ventilation around the
dispenser is insucient.
Provide at least 6 in (15 cm) of clearance
on all sides of the dispenser.
System has malfunctioned. Turn o water supply valve and unplug
the dispenser. Contact dealer.
Water supply switch is in the wrong
position.
Make sure that the water supply switch is set to
the correct water supply position.
Hot water does
not dispense.
Hot water switch is OFF. Turn hot water switch ON.
Too much hot water has been
consumed in short period of time. Wait 15 minutes for the water to heat.
System has malfunctioned. Turn o water supply valve and unplug
the dispenser. Contact dealer.
Water supply switch is in the wrong
position.
Make sure that the water supply switch is set to
the correct water supply position.
Dispenser is noisy
during operation.
The dispenser is not level. Place the dispenser on a level, at surface.
Dispenser is touching other objects. Move dispenser away from other objects.
Water leaks from the
water dispense point.
The buttons are stuck down. Check for foreign objects in the button area.
The water dispense point
has been damaged.
Contact Culligan Customer Service.
844-787-3148
Water is dripping out
of the dispenser and
onto the oor.
The hot tank drain cap is
not fastened properly.
Tighten the drain cap.
If the seal inside the drain cap is torn
or damaged then replace with a new one.
The hot or cold water tank is leaking. Turn o water supply valve and unplug
the dispenser. Contact dealer.
The water being
dispensed has
a strange taste.
This is not uncommon
with new dispensers.
The taste usually goes away after
the rst several gallons have been used.
Dispenser requires cleaning. Clean the waterways.
(See CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE)
Filter is old or water supply is tainted. Replace lter and check water supply line for
taste.
TROUBLESHOOTING (BOTTLE-LESS)

041099-001
BOTTOM LOAD/TRI-TEMP
DIRECT CONNECT CONVERTIBLE
WATER COOLER
CULLIGAN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY
9399 West Higgins Rd | Rosemont, Illinois 60018 U.S.A.
844-787-3148 | www.culligan.com
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