Bunn ITB Automatic Tea Brewer with Infusion Series Technology - BU520000100

Bunn ITB Automatic Tea Brewer with Infusion Series Technology - BU520000100

52000.0100 ITB Automatic Tea Brewer, with Infusion Series technology: (3) brew buttons & (2) batch sizes, multidirectional Peak Extraction spray head, pre-infusion & pulse brew, programmable digital display, digital temperature control, USB programming capable, translucent tea funnel, stainless steel exterior, 1.7kW, 120v/60/1-ph, 14.0 amps, cord, NEMA 5-15P, UL, NSF.

What our Experts Think

• Built for high-volume frozen beverage service, making it ideal for convenience stores, cinemas, cafés, and quick-service restaurants.
• Features a dual 3-gallon hopper system, allowing two different frozen drinks (slush, granita, or specialty beverages) to be served simultaneously.
• Uses independently controlled augers with reversing action, helping maintain smooth, consistent product texture and preventing ice separation.
• Includes a quick defrost function, reducing downtime and ensuring continuous beverage availability during peak hours.
• Equipped with LED-lit hopper lids, improving product visibility and boosting front-of-house impulse sales.
• Designed with advanced refrigeration using R290 eco-friendly refrigerant, supporting energy efficiency and environmental compliance.
• Offers smart monitoring and maintenance alerts, helping operators reduce service interruptions and maintain product quality.
• Built with a durable commercial stainless steel frame, engineered for long-term heavy-duty use in high-traffic environments.

Q&A

Q: What is the Bunn Ultra NX Two Bowl Frozen Beverage Dispenser (White & Stainless) – BU580000000?
A: The Bunn Ultra NX is a commercial countertop frozen beverage machine designed to serve slush, granita, smoothies, and frozen specialty drinks from two independent 3-gallon hoppers, making it ideal for cafés, convenience stores, cinemas, and self-serve beverage stations.

Q: How many flavors does it serve?
A: It features two separate bowls (dual 3-gallon hoppers), allowing operators to dispense two different frozen beverage flavors at the same time.

Q: What is the total capacity?
A: Each hopper holds about 3 gallons, giving a combined capacity of 6 gallons total for continuous high-volume service.

Q: What technology ensures consistent drink quality?
A: It uses a reversing auger system and beverage monitoring technology to maintain consistent texture, prevent freezing issues, and ensure uniform product quality from first serve to last.

Q: Does it support fast recovery and uptime?
A: Yes. It includes a quick defrost function, low-product alerts, and maintenance guidance features to reduce downtime and keep service continuous during peak hours.

Q: What refrigerant does it use?
A: The Ultra NX uses R290 natural refrigerant, which is energy-efficient and has a low environmental impact (low GWP).

Q: What are the electrical requirements?
A: It runs on 120V power, approximately 1440W (12A), single-phase, with a standard commercial plug setup.

Q: What are its physical dimensions?
A: The unit measures about 32.4" H × 16.6" W × 26.4" D, making it compact enough for countertop installation while still supporting high output.

Q: Where is the Bunn Ultra NX best used?
A: It is best suited for high-traffic beverage environments such as convenience stores, quick-service restaurants, entertainment venues, and cafés that need reliable frozen drink dispensing with multiple flavor options.

Maintenance Tips

• Daily “Clean Due” cycle (mandatory): Run and complete the machine’s automatic cleaning cycle when prompted. The unit will lock out operation until finished, ensuring hygiene and preventing buildup in the freezing barrels.
• Nightly thaw mode: Allow programmed thaw cycles so ice crystals reset properly. This maintains smooth texture and prevents over-freezing that strains augers and motors.
• Clean rear air filter weekly: Remove and wash or blow out the rear condenser screen to prevent overheating and compressor shutdown. Restricted airflow is a common failure point.
• Maintain 4–6 inch rear clearance: Keep adequate ventilation behind the unit; blocked airflow is a primary cause of slow freezing and “filter needs cleaning” errors.
• Disassemble and sanitize hoppers regularly: Remove hoppers, augers, faucets, and seals to wash with mild detergent and sanitizer—this prevents sugar residue buildup and bacterial growth.
• Inspect augers, seals, and bushings monthly: Wear in shaft seals or bushings leads to leaks, inconsistent freezing, or motor strain (common Ultra-series issue).
• Clean drip trays and faucet assemblies daily: Prevent sticky syrup buildup that causes clogging and hygiene issues in high-volume service.
• Verify mix ratio (Brix) consistently: Incorrect syrup concentration leads to freezing instability, auger stuttering, or soft product.
• Avoid product starvation in hopper: Keep minimum fill level—low product triggers errors and uneven freezing cycles.
• Schedule preventive maintenance (6–12 months): Replace seals, inspect motors, and service refrigeration components to avoid downtime and compressor stress.