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Getting Started Guide

How does Carbon8 work?

How does Carbon8 work?. Carbon8’s Sparkling Water Dispenser will transform ordinary tap water into sparkling water at the touch of a button. It’s easy to get started. You just need the Carbon8 Sparkling Water Maker, the CO2 cylinder, and cold water.

Should I wash Carbon8 before use?

Should I wash Carbon8 before use?. Before the first use, rinse the water tank with lukewarm water before filling with cold water. Alternatively, you can use a soft cleaning sponge or cloth, and a mild dish soap to clean the water tank.

Will the water come chilled from Carbon8?

Will the water come chilled from Carbon8?. Carbon8 Water's ability to sparkle your water works best with already chilled water. The unit itself doesn't have a chilling feature. You can either keep the tank in the fridge when not in use or add ice bef

Why does the water need to be cold?

To put it simply, cold water carbonates better than room temperature. This is due to the solubility of gasses decreasing with increasing temperature. Cold water will take up more CO2 and less will be escaping to the air.

Can I keep room temp water in the tank?

Can I keep room temp water in the tank?. Yes, but note that cold water carbonates better and its recommended to add ice before carbonating or to keep the tank in the fridge.

I am having difficulties screwing in the CO2 bottle?

Make sure the security cap is removed. The bottle needs to be screwed in at a slight angle and clockwise. The bottle will pivot in automatically as you screw. To remove the bottle, pivot he co2 bottle out of the housing and screw counterclockwise.