## How to Open Primo Water Dispenser
### Step 1: Locate the Dispenser’s Release Button
Description: The release button is typically located on the top or front of the dispenser. It may be a small, colored button or a lever.
Image: [Image of a Primo water dispenser release button]
### Step 2: Press and Hold the Release Button
Description: Once you have located the release button, press and hold it firmly with one hand. The button may have a spring-loaded mechanism, so be prepared for some resistance.
Image: [Image of a hand pressing a Primo water dispenser release button]
### Step 3: Lift the Dispenser Handle
Description: While holding the release button, use your other hand to lift the dispenser handle. The handle may be located on the top of the dispenser or on the side.
Image: [Image of a hand lifting a Primo water dispenser handle]
### Step 4: Pull the Dispenser Outward
Description: Once the handle is lifted, pull the dispenser outward until it is fully extended. You may need to use some force, but be careful not to overexert yourself.
Image: [Image of a person pulling a Primo water dispenser outward]
### Step 5: Insert the Water Bottle
Description: With the dispenser extended, locate the water bottle holder. Insert the new water bottle into the holder, making sure that it is properly seated.
Image: [Image of a water bottle being inserted into a Primo water dispenser]
### Step 6: Lock the Dispenser in Place
Description: Once the water bottle is inserted, lift the dispenser handle back into its original position. This will lock the dispenser in place and secure the water bottle.
Image: [Image of a person locking a Primo water dispenser in place]
### Step 7: Prime the Dispenser
Description: To prime the dispenser, press the spigot handle and allow water to flow for a few seconds. This will remove any air from the system and ensure that the water is dispensed properly.
Image: [Image of a person priming a Primo water dispenser]
### Additional Tips
If the release button is stuck, you can try using a flathead screwdriver to gently pry it open.
If the dispenser handle is difficult to lift, you can try using a pair of pliers to grip it.
If the water bottle is not properly seated, the dispenser may not dispense water properly.
If the dispenser is not priming properly, you can try unplugging it for a few minutes and then plugging it back in.
### Troubleshooting
Problem: The dispenser is not dispensing water.
Possible Causes:
The water bottle is not properly inserted.
The dispenser is not locked in place.
The spigot is not open.
The dispenser is not primed.
Problem: The water tastes strange.
Possible Causes:
The water bottle is old.
The water dispenser has not been cleaned recently.
Problem: The dispenser is leaking water.
Possible Causes:
The water bottle is cracked or damaged.
The dispenser is not properly seated on the base.
There is a leak in the dispenser’s internal components.