Gas Replacement
–
As Required
1.
Isolate the CO
2
2.
Unscrew the empty CO
2
bottle from the pressure regulator. (Turn the empty
CO
2
bottle
clockwise
).
Note:
Some CO
2
5.
6.
Allow 1-2 hours for the water to both chill and reach full carbonation.
Note
7.
by turning the gas bottle valve to the 'off' position .
ensuring it is perpendicular to the gas line.
Next, turn the red lever on the regulator to the 'off' position by
3.
Connect the new CO
2
bottle to the pressure regulator by firmly screwing the
bottle counter‐clockwise onto the regulator without overtightening as this
may damage the sealing rubber and cause a leak.
Some CO
2
4. Slowly open the CO
2
bottle valve and check the
bottle valve and check the pressure reading, ideally it
should be 3 bar. This can be adjusted by turning the pressure control knob
Note:
2
working pressure, whilst the other gauge reads pressure left in the bottle
on the front of the regulator clockwise to increase pressure, or anti clockwise
to decrease pressure. The pressure gauge closest to the CO bottle reads
Note:
: A small amount of water may be dispensed after using the sparkling
water feature. This is normal as the CO
2
is purged from the line.
Slowly open the red regulator valve and dispense sparkling water from the tap for
during this process and during normal operation.
The pressure on the pressure gauge should fluctuate between 3‐4 Bar
Note:
to 'off' (by lining the selector up with any of the blue lines) and allow the machine
to refill for approximately 1 minute, repeating this process until water
carbonation is evident in the dispensed water.
several seconds by selecting the sparkling water position. Next, turn the tap selector
Using a spray bottle and soap solution, lightly spray all CO
2
connections to
check for leaks. These will be evident if the solution is 'foaming' from the
connection points. In this case disassemble the leaking joint and inspect it
for any burs or foreign material. Clean the fitting, re‐assemble and test again.
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may escape during this time.
may escape during this time.
(a visual gauge of when the bottle is nearing empty and requires replacement).
and is identified by a keyring.
to assist with setting a lower pressure if required. This valve can be pulled upwards
When decreasing pressure, the pressure release valve can be pulled momentarily
