there are too many crystals in the tube, so i cant see where the water is. should i remove some of them?
1419248
No, you shouldn't remove any crystals, gently squish the tune with your fingers, the crystals should rearrange, overflow may happen, just dry it up and settle it down in the humidor, for best results check the fill line on the tube. ProTip: if you can't see the water, it means that the crystals have enough water for the moment, do not over fill. I hope this helps.
1419249
When the crystals have turned into gels filling the tube, that is what you want. The water is supposed to be absorbed. I hope this is helpful.
1419250
No, do not remove the crystals. You can't see the water level because the water is absorbed into the crystals. As they release moisture, the crystals will shrink. When the crystals have shrunk down below the fill line, then add water to the fill line.
383424
Interesting question. I had not thoughtof adding stuff such as crystal light to my water. But I would think that in the way the soda stream is set up to work, using products such as crystal light should be fine.
464676
Air has to pass over the crystals. There are tiny air holes in the base to let this happen.
205554
Yes, and you will continue to see this. It's the minerals from your water. You have to clean and descale it regularly, using either vinegar or citric acid. A tablespoon or two of vinegar in your water when it begins to get flaky or when the sides of the unit begin to look frosted. Run the unit through a cycle, drain it, then run at least two more loads of just water through it. Should remove all the scale. I usually do this about once every two months. Also the little filter on the floor of the inside of the unit, the steel mesh one, comes off and should be scrubbed with a toothbrush or something similar to unclog it.
1543337
I wonder if you maybe have a lot of minerals in your water and if they're possibly collecting and interfering with water flow... Having a plumber check it out would probably cost nearly as much as a new one so I don't know if that would be an effective way to proceed or not. If it's something focused on the faucet, maybe you can replace just that piece instead of the entire heater unit. I would start as L. Willman suggested and contact Waste King to ask them for assistance.
2068992
I had the same thing. It was dirty... Use white vinegar to clean the water reservoir and fan. Replug in, place in the reservoir tank filled. It should work. These need new filters about every three months because they filter alot of air, its amazing whats in our air..especially if you keep a window open... Hope this helps.
2056079
I actually cut the bottle in half and use a knife or spatula to remove the remaining liquid. This may sound crazy or odd, but there is always a bunch left in the bottle. I do this for tubes, too.
2247231
I bought some small chlorine tabs from walmart and used a floater to put it in. I didnt use any chlorine or shock other than this, I was afraid it would ruin it.
1626008
Yep, that's what I did. The filter tube took up too much of the tank for me. I removed the entire filter assembly (the below-gravel part, the middle tube) and just use a small side-mounted filter, which is more than sufficient.
2195816
Add water. Of course, if you use tap water it is no longer organic. Once, when I was thirsty I just ate some of the crystals. Unfortunately I soon discovered some water, drank some and damn near exploded. So I would urge caution.
2227237
It is supossed to be out or low on water but mine is also showing F. I think I need to change the filter before it will go away but I am not sure.
2118211
I have same problem, after leaving it there for a few months, all I see are hard crystals inside the bucket, no liquid at all even though the place I left in is humid as hell.
735475
I would get it up to boiling, turn it off, then throw in a Tabz. This should clean everything up to the water line.
865135
I've had a similar experience. I suspect it has to do with minerals in the water. Assuming it comes from your tap water, it should be safe. If you really think this a problem then you could try using distilled water. I'm not a chemist, but the heating surface appears to be Teflon or something similar. So I typically remove the discoloration with mild soap and water, the sooner after it's cooled enough the better, or with some vinegar. As for safe, I use my regularly and have had no problems.
1286895
I have NOT had that problem, I'd say it is your water. Fill a bottle, let it stand 24 hrs and check for sediment in the bottom of the bottle, this may tell you it is your water, not everything can be filtered out.
1306797
I agree with other responses that this sounds like hard water from your tap, and it's not harmful, just ugly. In addition to the vinegar and water responses, I suggest a few drops of lemon juice in the water bowl when it's filled, and clean it with lemon juice as well. If the film is really stubborn you might add baking soda.
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try to clean well with sponge and put destilled water with one spoon vinegar and left boil for 10 mts, later remove the water and when used never put tub water in your steemer, use destilled water