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Standard Specification for Noncarbonated Mechanically Refrigerated, Beverage Dispenser (Visible Product)
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This specification covers counter-top model noncarbonated beverage dispensers that are mechanically refrigerated and have rigid, transparent, impact-resistant containers to afford a visual display of the beverage dispensed. The beverage dispensers covered by this specification are intended to circulate, cool, and dispense noncarbonated beverages such as pulpy juices, frozen concentrates, and syrup drinks. The beverage dispensers shall be of the following types, classes, styles, and sizes: Types I and II; Classes A and B; Styles A (sizes 1, 2, 3, and 4), B (sizes 1 and 2), and C (size 1). The beverage dispenser shall consist essentially of a base that contains a complete refrigeration system and supports a rigid, transparent, impact resistant, bowl-type beverage container(s) with cover(s). Performance test, pull-down test, energy consumption test, maximum ambient temperature and high humidity test, bowl impact test, and operation production performance test shall be performed to conform with the specified requirements.
Scope
1.1 This specification covers counter-top model noncarbonated beverage dispensers that are mechanically refrigerated and have rigid, transparent, impact-resistant containers to afford a visual display of the beverage dispensed. The beverage dispensers covered by this specification are intended to circulate, cool, and dispense noncarbonated beverages such as pulpy juices, frozen concentrates, and syrup drinks.
1.2 The following safety hazard caveat pertains only to the test method portion, Section 11, of this specification: This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
beverages; concentration (of elements); dispensers; frozen concentrates; juices; mechanical refrigeration; pulpy juices; refrigeration systems; syrup drinks; ICS Number Code 55.230 (Distribution and vending machines)
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Document Number
ASTM-F918-02
Revision Level
2002 EDITION
Status
Superseded
Publication Date
March 10, 2002
Document Type
Specification
Page Count
6 pages
Committee Number
F26.03