the entire perimeter, gently prying open the gap between the black rubber gasket
and the frame of the still. Try not to dig into the gasket with the blades. As you do
this, you’ll hear the suction release.
Using both hands on either side, gently lift the evaporator panel off and set it aside.
Be careful to not touch the glass inside the still, in order to keep it free of
contamination and fingerprints. Close and latch the still (without the evaporator
panel attached, of course) and set it aside, oriented with inside of still facing down
to prevent dust from collecting inside.
Place the evaporator panel on a table, wick side up (with the small aluminum angle
piece hanging off the edge of table). Inspect the two gaskets for any damage. As
well, inspect the wick to be sure it is well-attached to the glass behind it. If you
note any problems, please contact Do-Right-Solar. Next, make the evaporator
panel as level as possible, using some shims.
Pour about 3/4 gallon of distilled vinegar onto the wick. This is enough to fully
immerse the wick. Let it soak a few hours or overnight. With vinegar still on the
wick, use a plastic scrub brush to loosen all sediment from the wick. Use gentle
scrubbing motions, so as not to damage or dislodge the wick. When satisfied, tilt
the evaporator panel toward one corner and pour the vinegar into a bucket. Take
the panel outside and hose off the wick, taking care not to get the foam insulation
too wet. Let the evaporator panel dry in the sun. Inspect the wick again, making
sure all sediment has been removed and the gaskets are clean.
Place the still in the same position as before, with the base open at 90°. Slowly
lower the evaporator panel down onto the still, aligning the holes and seating the
inner gasket. After the panel has been lowered, seat the inner gasket properly by
lifting each side up about an inch or two then lowering back down with the holes
aligned. Do not simply shove the panel sideways to align the holes, as this does
not allow the gasket to seat properly.
Reinsert screws by alternating sides, and starting in the middle of each side and
ending with the corners. This helps to balance the pressure on the gasket, ensuring
that it seats well. Also, don’t tighten the screws down all the way until they’re all
in. Do the last bit of tightening by hand. As you screw down, look at the black
rubber gasket, and stop screwing when you see it squeezed. Do not over-tighten
the screws.
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