I don't know if I'm supposed to fill the entire dispenser with water or just the bottom area and leave the top empty
1990207
You fill the top of the dispenser and let it go through the filter to the bottom. When the top has drained through add more water to the top until the bottom of the dispenser is filled.
1990208
It's fine to have the top area also filled with water. It will just eventually drain down as the dispenser is used.
645937
You'll end up with an empty part. My wife and I use it all the time and when we don't fill it all the way it's not an annoyance.
1647013
Water should not be coming out of the top. You only see water when you lift to empty bag. Check for hoses connected properly.
1498366
I had the same issue at first. I still don't understand what the top cap is for. To drink out of it, unscrew the whole top. Where you pour the water in is also where you're supposed to drink.
466823
The dispenser may have sucked up full thickness soap or foam has gotten into theta air reservoir. I add the soap to the bottom line and add warm or hot water to 1/2" below the bottom line. You must not shake or create foam before adding the plunger. I mix the soap to dilute using a stick (chopstick), then add the plunger. If your top air reservoir already is filled with water and foam, you may be lucky enough to pull it open by slightly squeezing and pulling apart (with out cracking it...luck), then draining it. Reassemble and try again. Hope this works for you.
1190829
No, there isn't. You have to eyeball it as you fill. Also, you must empty the water out entirely after you are finished, or else the bottom will rust.
1659573
The top separates from the machine. That's what you normally use fill the reservoir.
1345925
All the Soda Stream Cylinders should be filled if you ordered it or if you bought it at a store. The only way I know it might be empty is if you are purchasing from a person.
1695837
take the top off and fill it, you can see how much you're filling it. there is no minimum.
2072402
The whole thing is a piece of trash. I'd buy something different. Mine leaks at the bottom whenever you fill it. I have to put it in a plastic container to catch the leaking water.
510456
I fill mine up, let it filter to the bottom and then top it off until totally full to the line at the lid. NO PROBLEM
1026915
Top clear section lifts off and you refill and then take it back to the base and set it on it. Best not to move the base and the top together with any water in it. Good little unit. We have used it for a year.
202238
As suggested by another user, if you twist the top counter clockwise, it will open. Mine is just about empty and I have not had any indication that it is running low, so I think it really dispenses most of the product. Hope this helps.
1313531
I am guessing you mean the tab for filling the dispenser? Just lift off the tiny "lip" down below the handle. Okay sorry--seriously, it could be defective---for every product out there there is at least ONE that is defective. Just return it & get a new one---make sure you mark it as "defective"----this is a really great product--I have had mine now for 9 months & use it way more than the average person as I am a chef by trade---I will be buying another one soon b/c I have pretty much worn it out even on HOT pans---awesome product & you won't be sorry!
1102260
Hi Alex, Simply pour out any excess water you may still have. Then leaving your DryMistat tube standing up; let it absorb the rest of the water. It should be okay to use after that.
1840187
Partial is fine. We fill ours and then use it until the little "gauge" on the front shows it is empty.
1783591
yes, the bottom should empty completely. As soon as you hear it start to gurgle, it's done! be careful it is hot!