stelton Brus - Carbonation and Usage Tips; Adjusting Carbonation Levels; Adding Flavorings; Water Level Management

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UK – Brus carbonator
Amount of carbonation
How much carbonation you add to the water is a matter of taste. With the Brus carbonator, you can easily adjust the
amount of carbonation to suit you, but be aware that water's absorption of carbon dioxide depends on several factors.
· If the water is too warm, it will make it harder for the CO
2
to bind to the water. For best results,
we therefore recommend that the Brus carbonator be used with water from the refrigerator (5°C / 41°F).
· As the carbonation cartridge begins to run out, less CO
2
will gradually be added to the
water. You will therefore nd that the carbonation turn button must be turned for a little
longer than usual to achieve the same amount of carbonation in your water.
· Use the manual pressure release before removing the bottle. A manual pressure release ensures that unnecessary
carbonation does not leave the machine's system, and the CO
2
cartridge will therefore last longer.
Carbonation levels
Level 1: Turn for 3–4 seconds for gently sparkling water (recommended).
Level 2: Turn for 5–6 seconds for moderately sparkling water.
Level 3: Turn until you hear a hissing sound for intensely sparkling water.
IMPORTANT: The carbonation levels are based on the CO
2
cartridge being lled to an average level.
Results will vary with a brand new cartridge or a cartridge that is close to empty.
Adding avour
You can add avour to your sparkling water using juice and syrups. There are various brands of syrup specically
developed for use with carbonators. These can be purchased in leading supermarkets and department stores.
The amount of concentrate you use will depend on the brand, so always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
You can add avoured syrup directly into the Brus bottle or use your favourite Stelton glass or pitcher to mix
syrup and carbonated water.
Always wash the bottle thoroughly aer it has had sugary water in it, so that the sugar does not bubble up into
the machine the next time you use it.
Overow of water
What happens if the water exceeds the MAX line?
When CO
2
is released, the water in the bottle starts to rise. It is therefore
important to leave enough space at the top of the bottle so that water
does not ow into the machine and out of the pressure relief valves.
Do not ll water above the MAX line or below the MIN line on
the Brus bottle. Exceeding the MAX line will cause water to ow
through the pressure relief valves when carbonation is added to
the water. Although not dangerous or harmful to your carbonator,
water will leak through the top and into the bottom.
Always keep the water level between the MIN and MAX lines.