GENESIS SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker Manual

GENESIS SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker

USER LICENSE

FOR ONE SODASTREAM®/MD CYLINDER
NOT FOR SALE

PROPERTY OF SODA-CLUB (CO2) ATLANTIC GMBH (LLC) OR ITS AFFILIATES
PROVIDED UNDER LICENSE

This is a legally binding document between Soda-Club (CO2) Atlantic GmbH (LLC) or its affiliates (“SodaStream”) and the consumer regarding the right to use a SodaStream CO2 Cylinder (the “Cylinder”).

To protect users’ safety and health, various directives and regulations govern and regulate the use, refilling, maintenance, retesting and repair of the Cylinder. SodaStream possesses the legally required knowledge and expertise to be responsible for strict legal compliance. This can only be guaranteed if the Cylinder is maintained, examined, retested and refilled by it. Thus, the Cylinder remains the property of SodaStream and is provided under License.

When empty, please return the Cylinder to either SodaStream or an authorized SodaStream distributor in exchange for a full Cylinder, for the price of the gas refill only. This License will continue to bind the use of each subsequent Cylinder.
Refilling an empty Cylinder by third parties could be risky. Unauthorized refilling may violate the law and infringes SodaStream’s rights. SodaStream only warrants the safety of Cylinders refilled by it, bearing a Soda-Club/SodaStream tamper proof valve seal.
If you return the Cylinder to SodaStream or an authorized SodaStream distributor, without exchanging it for a full one, you will be entitled to a return fee of 2 USD or local equivalent.
The Cylinder, together with this User License, may be transferred to a third party provided the third party agrees to be bound by the conditions and ownership rights expressed herein. Possession of this User License proves the right of its holder to use one Cylinder under the terms herein.

The laws of Switzerland govern this License.
For questions, please contact SodaStream International BV, Dongenseweg 200, 5047 SH Tilburg, The Netherlands.

OVERVIEW

SYSTEM

60 L SodaStream®/MD CO2 Cylinder (under license) makes up to 60 L of sparkling water depending on the level of carbonation and type of Sparkling Water Maker.
Actual shape of bottle may differ.

SET UP

INSTALLING THE CO2 CYLINDER

Place the SodaStream®/MD GenesisTM/MC Sparkling Water Maker on a ﬂat sturdy surface.
Remove seal and cap from the SodaStream CO2 Cylinder. WARNING! Never insert or replace the CO2 Cylinder while a Plastic Carbonating Bottle is installed in the Sparkling Water Maker. This can cause the Plastic Carbonating Bottle to be ejected or burst.
Press the button located at the rear to release the
Sparkling Water Maker’s head from the body. Pull the Sparkling Water Maker’s head upwards and remove it. Set it to one side.
Insert the CO2 Cylinder into the cylinder holder in the Sparkling Water Maker’s head and screw to the right while applying gentle pressure until it is ﬁrmly held in place. WARNING! Hand-tighten only. DO NOT use tools, this can damage the Sparkling Water Maker or CO2 Cylinder, which may result in an uncontrolled ﬂow of CO2 gas, causing the Carbonating Bottle to burst.
Place the Sparkling Water Maker’s head onto the Sparkling Water Maker. Push down until you hear a click. Now you are ready to create the bubbles.

SODASTREAM CO2 SCREW SYSTEM CYLINDER

Please note that the SodaStream®/MD Spirit One TouchTM/MC/ Fizzi One TouchTM/MC is compatible with the SodaStream CO2 Screw System Cylinder and is NOT compatible with the SodaStream®/MD Quick Connect Cylinder.

CREATE THE BUBBLES

Fill the Plastic Carbonating Bottle with cold water up to the ﬁll line.
WARNING! Do not carbonate anything other than water. Other liquids can contaminate and clog internal parts, potentially resulting in excessive pressure, bottle failure during carbonation and serious injury. Never carbonate after ﬂavouring has been added.Note: You may see small pieces of ice appear in the water during carbonation of very cold water. Any ice created will simply melt.
To insert the Carbonating Bottle, make sure that the Carbonating Bottle holder is angled forward. Please make sure you do not pull the carbonating tube.
WARNING! Never use a Sparkling Water Maker with a broken carbonating tube. This can cause excessive pressure, bottle failure and serious injury. Screw the Carbonating Bottle counter-clockwise into the Sparkling Water Maker until it is held ﬁrmly and then push the Carbonating Bottle towards the body the Sparkling Water Maker until it is held in a vertical position suspended above the base.
To carbonate, press the carbonating button in short 1 second presses; 3 presses for standard carbonation and 5 presses for strong carbonation.
When the desired level of carbonation is achieved, gently pull the Carbonating Bottle towards you until it reaches its fully forward position. This will release all the pressure in the Carbonating Bottle. Unscrew the Carbonating Bottle to remove it from the Sparkling Water Maker.
WARNING! Do not remove Plastic Carbonating Bottle until after hearing the sound of excess CO2 being released. Attempting to remove the Plastic Carbonating Bottle while it is still pressurized can cause uncontrolled ejection of the Plastic Carbonating Bottle and may result in serious injury.

CARE

SPARKLING WATER MAKER CARE

Never use abrasive cleaners or sharp tools to clean. If needed, use a mild liquid dish soap and a soft damp cloth to gently clean.
Wipe spills to keep base dry.
Do not place in water or wash in a dishwasher, doing so will seriously damage your Sparkling Water Maker.

PLASTIC CARBONATING BOTTLE CARE

For Plastic Carbonating Bottles which are not “dishwasher safe”, to clean, rinse Plastic Carbonating Bottles with cold or lukewarm water. WARNING! Do not expose to heat above 120°F / 50°C. Never wash or rinse in hot water. Do not wash in dishwasher.
For “dishwasher safe” Plastic Carbonating Bottles, to clean, either wash in dishwasher or rinse Plastic Carbonating Bottles with cold or lukewarm water. WARNING! Do not expose to heat above 158°F / 70°C.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND PROVIDE THEM TO ANY SUBSEQUENT USERS.

WARNING! Before using the Sparkling Water Maker, to reduce risk of personal injury and damage to your product, please read this important safety information.
Before allowing anyone to use your Sparkling Water Maker, please be sure they understand how to do so safely. Any servicing or repair should be performed by a SodaStream-authorized service representative. The Sparkling Water Maker is only intended for use by people over the age of 12. People with reduced physical or mental capabilities should only use the product if they are supervised by an adult responsible for their safety and after they have been given instruction concerning the safe use of the product.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EITHER SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE SPARKLING WATER MAKER DURING CARBONATION:

Only use your Sparkling Water Maker in its upright position, on a ﬂat, stable surface.
Do not place your Sparkling Water Maker on a hot surface (e.g. kitchen oven/stove) and never use it close to a ﬂame or leave in direct sunlight.
Carbonate water only.
Do not add ﬂavor before carbonation. Other liquids (except water) can contaminate and clog internal parts, potentially resulting in excessive pressure and bottle failure during carbonation.
Do not use the machine if the carbonating tube is broken or missing.
Check that your Plastic Carbonating Bottle is properly connected before carbonating.
Do not move your Sparkling Water Maker or remove the Plastic Carbonating Bottle during carbonation.
Do not carbonate an empty Plastic Carbonating Bottle.

CARBON DIOXIDE CO2 CYLINDER
To reduce the risk of a CO2 leak, personal injury and property damage:

Do not insert a CO2 Cylinder into the Sparkling Water Maker when a Plastic Carbonating Bottle is installed.
Do not use if damaged. Inspect the CO2 Cylinder and CO2 Cylinder valve prior to use for dents, punctures, or other damage. If damaged, contact a SodaStream-authorized service representative.
Do not tamper with the CO2 Cylinder in any way, including puncturing, incinerating or removing the valve.
Do not expose the CO2 Cylinder to heat above 120°F/50°C. Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated area.
Do not remove a CO2 Cylinder from the Sparkling Water Maker when it is being operated.
Do not handle or remove a CO2 Cylinder while it is discharging CO2.
In the event of a CO2 leak, ventilate the area, breathe fresh air and if feeling unwell seek immediate medical attention.

PLASTIC CARBONATING BOTTLE

To reduce the risk of bottle failure which can result in personal injury and property damage:

For Plastic Carbonating Bottles not marked as “dishwasher safe”, do not expose to heat above 120°F/50°C. Never wash or rinse in hot water. Do not wash in dishwasher.
For “dishwasher safe” Plastic Carbonating Bottles, do not expose to heat above 158°F/70°C.
Do not place the Plastic Carbonating Bottle next to a heat source such as your kitchen oven/stove.
Do not leave the Plastic Carbonating Bottle in your car.
Do not place the Plastic Carbonating Bottle in the freezer or in extreme cold below 34°F/1°C.
Do not use the Plastic Carbonating Bottle if damaged, deformed, changes in shape, scratched, worn, or discolored.
Do not use a Plastic Carbonating Bottle after its expiration date.
Only carbonate with Plastic Carbonating Bottles speciﬁcally designed to work with this Sparkling Water Maker, as shown on page 4.

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES:
Only use the power adapter and power lead supplied with the Sparkling Water Maker. Using a different power adapter or lead may damage the Sparkling Water Maker and the power adapter. If the power adapter (including the power lead and plug) is damaged, contact your local SodaStream Customer Service for a replacement.
To reduce the risk of ﬁre, electric shock and personal injury:

Do not place the cord, plug or Sparkling Water Maker in water or in any liquid;
Do not operate the Sparkling Water Maker with a damaged cord or plug;
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the table or counter or touch a hot surface.
Do not use outdoors.

BOTTLE WARNING ICONS:

FOR DISHWASHER-SAFE BOTTLES

SODASTREAM LIMITED WARRANTY

SODASTREAM SPARKLING WATER MAKERS

Great care has been taken to ensure that your Sparkling Water Maker was delivered to you in good condition. SodaStream warrants, subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this limited warranty, that your Sparkling Water Maker will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 2 (two) years following the date of purchase. It is recommended that you register your Sparkling Water Maker online by visiting www.sodastream.com and completing the product registration form available on the website.
If your Sparkling Water Maker malfunctions within the warranty period, and we determine the problem is due to faulty workmanship or materials, SodaStream will repair or replace it free of charge at SodaStream’s discretion within the limitations set out in this warranty. SodaStream may replace your Sparkling Water Maker with a reconditioned Sparkling Water Maker, or an equivalent one if the model you purchased is no longer available. No refunds shall be given. This limited warranty is available to consumers who purchased the Sparkling Water Maker for personal, family or household use.
This Warranty DOES NOT Cover Damages to Sparkling Water Maker Resulting From:

Abuse, misuse, alteration of the Sparkling Water Maker, or commercial use.
Carbonating liquids other than water.
Normal wear and tear (e.g. discoloration).
Product malfunctions that were a result, in whole or in part, by alteration, disassembly, or repair of the Sparkling Water Maker by a servicer other than an authorized SodaStream Service Center.
The use of CO2 Cylinders or carbonating bottles other than the SodaStream CO2 Cylinder approved by SodaStream for use with your Sparkling Water Maker.
The use of the Sparkling Water Maker with an adapter connected to the Cylinder valve or to the Sparkling Water Maker.
The use of the Sparkling Water Maker with a non-SodaStream power adapter and/or power lead.
The use of an expired Plastic Carbonating Bottle.
Accident, shipment or anything other than normal household use.

This warranty DOES NOT cover the Plastic Carbonating Bottles and CO2 Cylinder.
SodaStream is not liable for incidental or consequential damages. The consumer’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be repair or replacement according to the terms and conditions of this warranty. Some local laws do not allow the exclusion or limitation of these damages, so these exclusions may not apply to you. To the extent that this warranty is inconsistent with local law, this warranty shall be deemed modiﬁed to be consistent with such local law.
You may also have other rights, which vary in accordance with local laws. The beneﬁts given to the consumer by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies that may be afforded to the consumer by law in relation to this Sparkling Water Maker.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE FOR YOUR SPARKLING WATER MAKER

If your Sparkling Water Maker is in need of warranty service, please contact SodaStream Customer Service by visiting www.sodastream.com. A SodaStream representative will give you speciﬁc instructions on how to arrange
for the shipment of your Sparkling Water Maker, at your expense, to one of our authorized service centres. Only SodaStream, or its agents, are authorized to provide warranty repairs or service to your Sparkling Water Maker.

NON-WARRANTY SERVICE
If SodaStream or its authorized agents determine that the malfunction or damage to your Sparkling Water Maker is not covered by the warranty, SodaStream will repair the Sparkling Water Maker only upon payment of the determined repair charge.

FOR CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS
California residents may also obtain warranty service by returning any malfunctioning Sparkling Water Maker directly to a retail store that sells similar SodaStream products. At the retail store’s discretion, it may either replace the Sparkling Water Maker or arrange for shipment to a SodaStream repair facility. Sparkling Water Maker registration is not a prerequisite for warranty protection.

SODASTREAM CO2 CYLINDERS
Your Sparkling Water Maker has been designed to operate with a SodaStream CO2 Cylinder. The use of other CO2 Cylinders is not recommended as they may not be compatible with a SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker. Damages resulting from the use of a cylinder other than those approved by SodaStream or use of the SodaStream CO2 Cylinder not in accordance with the instructions included in this User Guide are not covered by the warranty.
The SodaStream CO2 Cylinder is provided to you under license. The license allows you to exchange your empty Cylinder for a full one for the price of the CO2 only.

SODASTREAM CARBONATING BOTTLES
Your Sparkling Water Maker has been designed to operate with a compatible SodaStream Plastic Carbonating Bottle. Damages resulting from the use of a carbonating bottle other than a compatible SodaStream Plastic Carbonating Bottle or use of Plastic Carbonating Bottles not in accordance with the instructions included in this User Guide are not covered by the warranty. SodaStream Plastic Carbonating Bottles are available from authorized SodaStream retailers.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Any and all claims, complaints, demands for judgment or legal actions brought hereunder relating in any way to your Sparkling Water Maker, Plastic Carbonating Bottle or CO2 Cylinder shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the local Country in which the SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker was purchased.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS [for US only]:
Any and all claims, complaints, demands for judgment or legal actions brought hereunder relating in any way to your Sparkling Water Maker, Plastic Carbonating Bottle or CO2 Cylinder shall be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the local laws of the State in which the SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker was purchased and will be subject to binding arbitration as set out under the heading “Dispute Resolution by Binding Arbitration”.
[The following paragraph for US only]

DISPUTE RESOLUTION BY BINDING ARBITRATION

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS YOUR RIGHTS.
Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or relating to any SodaStream product including, but not limited to, claims of personal injury and/or property damage, shall be submitted to arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance to its then existing Consumer Arbitration Rules. The AAA Rules are available online at HYPERLINK “http://www.adr.org/”www.adr.org, or by calling the AAA at 800.778.7879.
The Federal Arbitration Act (Title 9 of the U.S. Code) shall govern the interpretation, enforcement, and proceedings relating to this arbitration.
Arbitration is more informal than a lawsuit in court. It uses a neutral arbitrator instead of a judge or jury, allows for more limited discovery than in court, and is subject to very limited review by courts. Arbitrators can award the same damages and relief that a court can award. By agreeing to arbitration, the parties understand and agree that they are waiving their rights to maintain other available resolution processes, such as a court action or administrative proceeding, to settle their disputes.
Any claim shall be brought only in the party’s individual capacity, and shall not in any case be brought by the party as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class or representative proceeding.
A party who intends to seek arbitration must ﬁrst send to the other, by certiﬁed mail, a written Notice of Dispute (“Notice”). The Notice to SodaStream should be addressed to SodaStream’s Corporate Ofﬁce set out on www.sodastream.com (“Notice Address”). The Notice must (a) describe the nature and basis of the claim or dispute; and (b) set forth the speciﬁc relief sought. If an agreement to resolve the claim is not reached within 30 days after the Notice is received, any party may commence an arbitration proceeding. During the arbitration, the amount of any settlement offer made by a party shall not be disclosed to the arbitrator.
There shall be one arbitrator. The arbitrator shall have the power to rule on his or her own jurisdiction, including, but not limited to, any objections with respect to the existence, scope, or validity of the arbitration provision or to the arbitrability of any claim or counterclaim.
The arbitrator’s award shall be binding on all parties, and judgment upon the award may be entered by any court of competent jurisdiction.

PRODUCT DISPOSAL INSTRUCTIONS

Please recycle your expired and damaged Carbonating Bottles in accordance with local recycling laws. The packaging in which SodaStream products are supplied is made of recyclable materials. Contact your local authority for further information on recycling.

MACHINE RATING INFORMATION

Maximum Working Pressure: 116 psi/8 bar. Maximum Allowed Operating Temperature: 104°F / 40°C

ELECTRICAL:

Input: 24V DC. Max
Current: 0.5 Amp.
Max Power Consumption: 12 W

Only use the power adapter and power lead supplied with the Spirit One TouchTM/Fizzi One TouchTM Sparkling Water Maker. Using a different power adapter or lead may cause damage to the Sparkling Water Maker and to the power adapter. If the power adapter (including the power lead and plug) becomes damaged, contact your local SodaStream Customer Service to obtain a replacement.

FCC CLASS B NOTICE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference.
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

SodaStream is a registered trademark of Soda-Club (CO2) GmbH or its afﬁliates.

USA:
SodaStream USA, Inc.
White Plains, NY 10601
Customer Support Information: 1.800.763.2258
Email: [email protected] www.sodastreamusa.com

MEXICO
Importado y distribuido por: Operadora AINOA, S.A.P.I de C.V
Av. Magnocentro No. 5, Piso 1 .
Col. Centro Urbano Interlomas, Huixquilican, C.P. 52760, Edo Mex, México. RFC: OAI090130M29
Tel: 01-800-062-6333

Email: [email protected]

CANADA
SodaStream Canada
325A Annagem Blvd
Mississauga, ON
Canada L5T 3A7
Tel./Tél.: 1.877.436.5866
www.sodastream.ca
ARGENTINA
SodaStream Argentina SA
Av Córdoba 991, 6A, CABA, Argentina Tel: 0810-888-7632

Website: [email protected]
Email:www.sodastream.com.ar