how to clean primo water dispenser with vinegar
If you’re looking for a natural and effective way to clean your Primo water dispenser, vinegar is a great option․ Vinegar is a mild acid that can help to dissolve mineral deposits and kill bacteria․ It’s also safe to use on food-contact surfaces, so you can be sure that your water dispenser will be clean and safe to use after you’ve cleaned it with vinegar․
Gather Your Supplies
Before you start cleaning your Primo water dispenser with vinegar, you’ll need to gather a few supplies⁚
- 1 gallon of white vinegar
- A large bowl or bucket
- A soft cloth or sponge
- A toothbrush (optional)
- A clean towel
Once you have all of your supplies, you can follow the steps below to clean your water dispenser․
Tips⁚
- If you don’t have any white vinegar on hand, you can use apple cider vinegar instead․
- You can also use a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water if you prefer․
- If your water dispenser is particularly dirty, you may need to soak the parts in the vinegar solution for longer than 30 minutes․
- Be sure to rinse all of the parts thoroughly with clean water before reassembling the dispenser․
Caution⁚
- Do not use bleach or other harsh chemicals to clean your Primo water dispenser․ These chemicals can damage the dispenser and make it unsafe to use․
Prepare the Vinegar Solution
Once you have gathered your supplies, you can prepare the vinegar solution․ To do this, simply add 1 gallon of white vinegar to a large bowl or bucket․ You can also add a few drops of essential oil to the solution, such as lemon or lavender oil, for a fresh scent․
Once the vinegar solution is prepared, you can begin cleaning your Primo water dispenser․
Tips⁚
- If you don’t have any white vinegar on hand, you can use apple cider vinegar instead․
- You can also use a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water if you prefer․
- If your water dispenser is particularly dirty, you may need to soak the parts in the vinegar solution for longer than 30 minutes․
- Be sure to rinse all of the parts thoroughly with clean water before reassembling the dispenser․
Caution⁚
- Do not use bleach or other harsh chemicals to clean your Primo water dispenser․ These chemicals can damage the dispenser and make it unsafe to use․
Unplug and Disassemble the Dispenser
Before you can clean your Primo water dispenser, you need to unplug it and disassemble it․
To unplug the dispenser, simply remove the power cord from the electrical outlet․
To disassemble the dispenser, follow these steps⁚
Remove the water bottle from the dispenser․
Remove the drip tray from the base of the dispenser․
Remove the reservoir from the base of the dispenser․
Remove the filter from the reservoir․
Once the dispenser is disassembled, you can begin cleaning the parts․
Tips⁚
- Be careful not to damage the electrical cord when you unplug the dispenser․
- If you have difficulty removing the reservoir from the base, you can try gently rocking it back and forth․
- If the filter is stuck, you can use a pair of pliers to remove it․
Caution⁚
- Do not immerse the electrical cord or base of the dispenser in water․
Clean the Base and Reservoir
To clean the base and reservoir of your Primo water dispenser, you will need⁚
- A soft cloth
- White vinegar
- Water
Instructions⁚
Wipe down the exterior of the base and reservoir with a soft cloth dampened with white vinegar․
Fill the reservoir with a mixture of equal parts white vinegar and water․
Allow the vinegar solution to sit in the reservoir for 30 minutes․
Empty the vinegar solution from the reservoir and rinse the reservoir thoroughly with water․
Wipe down the interior of the reservoir with a soft cloth dampened with white vinegar․
Allow the reservoir to air dry completely before reassembling the dispenser․
Tips⁚
- If you have hard water, you may need to soak the base and reservoir in the vinegar solution for longer than 30 minutes․
- You can also use a toothbrush to gently scrub away any stubborn mineral deposits․
Caution⁚
- Do not use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners to clean the base or reservoir, as this could damage the dispenser․