My airlocks have brine coming out the top. Can I simply let it go and not open it to clean it out as long as there is still brine available?
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When that happens to me I usually just open it up over the sink and tip the jar to send the excess down the drain. I think the key is to make sure you let the kraut/cabbage wilt enough during preparation so when you pound it into the jar most of the water stored in the cabbage is released and rises to the top. Then make sure you leave enough space between the top of the kraut and the lid (maybe 1.5 inches) so it doesn't overflow during the fermentation process.
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Brine coming out the top means there is activity in the ferment. A good thing. Don't worry about the brine coming out the top but do check inside to make certain your ferment is still covered in brine or you will have mold. Sometimes once the ferment gets active it pushes enough of the brine out the top that you need to replace a bit of it.
732265
I don't recall specifically but you can actually open it while it's near the last mixing cycle and just throw them in. It doesn't mess up anything.
110990
Its really hard to get it off if you don't clean it right away. After a distillation, once it has cooled down, I just use a paper towel and wipe out the container. That seems to keep things pretty nice.
969370
Sounds like you put too much liquid in the jar and the stem of the airlock is touching the liquid. Leave a little airspace not much but a little between the top of the fluid in the jar and the bottom of the stem of the air block
915910
Uh about a couple of hours,, and no it cannot be removed, you need to fill a jar or bottles to pour into it. I do not recommend buying it, i returned it and just bought a portable ac. 8000 btu.
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Ruffy, Turn the top part of the spout lightly while holding the neck of the bottle and you should be able to release the pump part. Customer Care My Fragrance Store
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I can't say that I've ever had that problem... the ones I have seal tightly and I've not been able to remove the tops from my canisters without releasing the seal. That would be a real problem!
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Have had no problem. I empty after using and leave lid open a little while.
451972
Yes,You fill it with water up to the fill line (about half way). This allows the carbon dioxide from the fermentation to escape while preventing outside air to come in contact with your brew.
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No, you can't. Mine split when I froze them and I left plenty if room for expansion. This is my only peeve about these otherwise great bottles.
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I was told to just immerse the bag into the water bath (before heating it up) and bring the zip to just above the water line and close it, being careful not allow any water in. I tried sucking the air out as I do with stuff I'm putting in the freezer- bad idea, coughed on garlic powder and pepper!
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I hand wash mine, it would probably need to go on the top rack if there was room!
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If your are pressure canning, I would leave the water level the same. Just make sure no water is above the lids on the first level. Good luck !!!
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There are 2 ways to empty it. There's a clip on the bottom you can open and empty and the top unlatches and twists off to empty as well. I prefer using the top approach.
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I've had mine in the pantry for a few months and they as good as when I first opened them. Make sure you leave plenty of brine in the container.
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When you finish the fermentation process,you can put a regular lid.Its recomended to put in fridge.Eat slowly and enjoyRafi
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I've decided not to attempt to remove the strainer. I rinse it thoroughly after each use by running water through it in both directions with the bottom in the open position. Unless you have a really deep sink, I'd recommend that when rinsing it from the bottom you start with the water at low pressure in order to avoid making a mess. Once you have the "opener" depressed and the water flowing directly over the opening, you can turn the water up to full pressure. Rinsing from the top doesn't pose any problems. You can start with the water at full pressure and simply depress the "opener" from the bottom. My strainer is slightly tinted from the tea but that's all. If I ever decide that the strainer needs cleaning, I'll let hot soapy water sit in it for a few hours. I simply don't want to mess with such a good thing by removing the strainer. It seals perfectly and I'd rather not do anything that might cause the seal to leak.