Bunn TB3Q 3 Gallon Capacity Iced Tea Brewer - BU367000013

Bunn  TB3Q 3 Gallon Capacity Iced Tea Brewer - BU367000013

The Bunn 36700.0013 TB3Q is an iced tea brewer. This unit features a 3-gallon capacity

Features 

• Quickbrew has shorter brewing cycle
• Brews directly into any style portable server
• SplashGard funnel deflects hot liquids away from the hand

Specifications

What our Experts Think

• Designed for high-volume iced tea production, making it ideal for restaurants, hotels, cafeterias, and beverage stations with strong tea demand.
• Delivers up to 3 gallons per brew cycle, ensuring consistent batch size and easy portion control for commercial service.
• Capable of producing very high hourly output, supporting continuous service during peak hours without delays.
• Uses a QuickBrew system to shorten brew cycles and improve overall operational efficiency.
• Built with a stainless steel commercial-grade body, ensuring durability and long-term reliability in demanding environments.
• Features a SplashGard® funnel design that helps protect staff from hot liquid splashes during brewing.
• Includes adjustable steep time control, allowing operators to fine-tune tea strength and flavor consistency.
• Connects directly to a plumbed water line for automated filling and reduced manual handling.
• Compatible with standard 3-gallon dispensers, making it easy to integrate into existing beverage setups.

Q&A

Q: What is the Bunn TB3Q 3-Gallon Capacity Iced Tea Brewer (BU367000013)?
A: The Bunn TB3Q is a commercial high-volume iced tea brewer designed to quickly produce fresh, consistent iced tea directly into 3-gallon dispensers for restaurants, cafés, hotels, and self-serve beverage stations.

Q: How much iced tea can the TB3Q brew per hour?
A: It can brew up to 26.7 gallons per hour, making it suitable for high-demand commercial beverage service.

Q: What is the batch capacity?
A: The brewer produces 3 gallons per brew cycle, ideal for filling large iced tea dispensers efficiently.

Q: Does it require plumbing?
A: Yes. The TB3Q is a plumbed-in unit with a 1/4" water connection, designed for continuous operation in commercial setups.

Q: What are the key features of the Bunn TB3Q?
A: It includes Quickbrew technology for faster cycles, adjustable steep time for flavor control, SplashGard® funnel for splash protection, and direct brew-to-dispenser design for efficient service.

Q: What type of containers does it work with?
A: It brews directly into standard 3-gallon portable iced tea dispensers, supporting high-volume self-serve beverage stations.

Q: What are the electrical requirements?
A: The unit typically runs on 120V power with approximately 14.4A and 1730W, using a standard NEMA 5-15P plug.

Q: Where is the Bunn TB3Q best used?
A: It is ideal for restaurants, cafeterias, convenience stores, hotels, and catering operations that require fast, continuous iced tea production with consistent quality.

Maintenance Tips

• Daily brew funnel cleaning: Remove and rinse the brew basket after every cycle to prevent tea residue buildup and flavor contamination.
• Clean sprayhead regularly: Keep spray holes clear for even water distribution—clogging leads to weak or inconsistent tea strength.
• Deliming (critical): Use a deliming spring in the sprayhead tube weekly to remove mineral scale and maintain fast brew cycles and correct volume output.
• Daily sanitizing: Wipe all external surfaces and contact areas with a damp cloth and mild detergent to prevent sticky tea residue and bacterial growth.
• Do not store tea overnight: Empty and clean the server daily to avoid stale flavor and microbial buildup.
• Weekly sweetener system flush (if equipped): Run hot-water cycles through the auto-sweetener line to prevent syrup buildup and clogging.
• Check dilution nozzle: Ensure proper iced tea-to-water balance for consistent taste and color.
• Inspect water inlet & pressure: Maintain stable supply (20–90 PSI typical commercial range) to ensure full 3-gallon brew accuracy.
• Keep brewer level: Prevents uneven flow and inconsistent batch volume.
• Preventive descaling schedule: Perform full system deliming every 1–3 months (more often in hard water environments) to protect heating and flow systems.