While your Pinter is in the Brewing Stage, the Carbonation Dial should always be on 5. The higher the number on the Carbonation Dial, the more Co2 and pressure the Pinter holds onto, which in turn produces a more carbonated brew at the end. You...

While your Pinter is in the Brewing Stage, the Carbonation Dial should be set to 5 for most of our styles. The correct setting for each brew will be specified in the App&apos;s Brewing Calendar and on our website. Do not adjust the dial during the brewing stage or while your beer is conditioning.You can turn the Carbonation Dial down towards the end of tapping if the flow has slowed or stopped.The higher the number on the Carbonation Dial, the more CO&#x2082; and pressure the Pinter holds onto, which in turn produces a more carbonated brew at the end.&#xA0;You may wish for certain styles of brews to be less carbonated than others so you are more than welcome to have the Carbonation Dial setting to another number, bearing in mind the lower it is the less carbonated it will be.&#xA0; <h2 id="ive-accidentally-turned-my-carbonation-dial-to-off">I&apos;ve accidentally turned my Carbonation Dial to OFF</h2>If you&apos;ve accidentally turned your Carbonation Dial to the OFF setting during brewing or conditioning, don&apos;t panic - this shouldn&apos;t ruin your brew! During brewingIf this happened during brewing, simply turn the dial back to the correct setting and continue brewing. If you&#x2019;re at the end of the brewing time, extend it by 24 hours. The pressure should rebuild in your Pinter, although the carbonation level may be slightly lower than usual. During ConditioningIf this happened during conditioning, this is a bit more of an issue - but your brew may still be fine.&#xA0;Turn your Carbonation Dial back to the correct setting immediately. Since oxygen has entered your brew post-brewing, the shelf life will be reduced, and carbonation will likely be lower than normal. We recommend consuming your brew within the next 7 days.

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Not to worry! It is completely normal to hear a 'hissing' sound coming from your Pinter during the Brewing Stage. The Carbonation Dial is designed to regulate and keep your Pinter at the correct pressure so as the pressure builds during the...

Not to worry! It is completely normal to hear a &apos;hissing&apos; sound coming from your Pinter during the Brewing Stage.&#xA0;The Carbonation Dial is designed to regulate and keep your Pinter at the correct pressure so as the pressure builds during the fermentation it will periodically vent excess CO&#x2082;.Having said that, not hearing any noise is also nothing to worry about either. The noise might not be very audible at all so the Pinter will still be fermenting away as it should be.&#xA0;Please note: The Carbonation Dial setting should always be on 5 and not changed at any point in the brew process.&#xA0;

There is/isn't noise coming from my Carbonation Dial

Sometimes the Carbonation Dial can be a little stiff, especially after Brewing due to some residual brew being left to solidify.Pouring some warm water on your Carbonation Dial whilst it is in the 'Off' position during cleaning can help dissolve...

Sometimes the Carbonation Dial on your Pinter can feel a little stiff - especially some of your brew has dried around it. Not to worry though, it&apos;s incredibly easy to clean! Here&#x2019;s some instructions on how to clean your Carbonation Dial: <ol start="1"><li>After you&#x2019;ve emptied the Pinter, make sure the Carbonation Dial is in the OFF position.</li><li>Fill your Pinter with hot (not boiling) water allowing this to flow through and clean the Carbonation Dial</li><li>If it&apos;s still sticky after flushing it through, pour water directly onto the Carbonation Dial. The warmth helps dissolve any dried residue that might be causing stiffness.</li><li>Turn the dial gently from OFF to ON and back a few times while the warm water is present, to help loosen any buildup.</li><li>Once the dial moves freely, rinse the area with clean water and dry thoroughly.</li></ol> Here is a handy video to show you how to do this.&#xA0;<iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Eoh72M-XYI8?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen class="fr-draggable"></iframe>

My Carbonation Dial is stuck/not turning

Let's try and troubleshoot this - Can you let us know when your Carbonation Dial is leaking/foaming?During PurificationDuring BrewingDuring ConditioningDuring TappingDuring PurificationThe Carbonation Dial is a valve on your Pinter which allows...

If your Carbonation Dial is leaking or foaming during PurificationThe Carbonation Dial is a valve on your Pinter which allows your Pinter to self-regulate its internal pressure levels. This means that if your Carbonation Dial is not in the correct position it may be open and allow some liquid to escape. Make sure your Carbonation Dial is on setting 5 while cleaning and purifying your Pinter, and then turn the Dial to the correct setting for your Press when moving on to Brewing and Conditioning. If your Carbonation Dial is leaking or foaming during BrewingA little foaming during Brewing is completely normal and is a sign of a lively beer - equally not seeing this is also perfectly normal. If the foam is going past the indent of your Carbonation Dial this can be caused by the following:Near a heat source - if your Pinter is near a heat source, like a radiator, it may be a lot more lively than usual. We recommend moving your Pinter away from the heat source to a steady room temperature of 18-22&#xB0;C.Overfilling - filling past the fill-to-line during the set-up of your Pinter can mean there is less head space for any building pressure. This can mean that when your Pinter is pressurising during fermentation, it pushes some beer through the Carbonation Dial at the back. Wipe any excess brew away from the Carbonation Dial and make sure to thoroughly flush the dial through before your next brew.High ABV styles - Certain styles in our range, especially those with a higher ABV, can brew a little more vigorously. This, when combined with either of the above, may cause some foaming from your dial.Please make sure to thoroughly flush your Carbonation Dial through, before your next brew to remove any stickiness. If your Carbonation Dial is leaking or foaming during&#xA0;ConditioningYou may need some extra help from a member of our team. So we can help get this resolved quickly for you, please get in touch with our Customer Care Team via Live Chat or Email using the red dot to your right, with the following information:- Your full name and email address - Your order number - A photo or video of your Carbonation Dial and the leak that is occurring - A photo of your Pinter&#x2019;s serial number (this is on the flat underneath of your Pinter) - A short explanation describing at which stage of the process you noticed the leaking&#xA0; If your Carbonation Dial is leaking or foaming during&#xA0;TappingA couple of things can cause a small leak from the Carbonation Dial during Tapping. As this comes out as foam, the leak can appear much bigger than it is.&#xA0;Conditioning your Beer or Cider is a required step, as not only does it add key tasting notes to your Beer or Cider, but it also allows the CO&#x2082; produced naturally by the yeast during the fermentation stage to dissolve into the liquid. If your Beer or Cider is not at a consistently cold enough temperature for the entire period of time stated on your Fresh Press, the CO&#x2082; may not have the opportunity to fully absorb, leading to flat beer, a foamy pour and potentially foam being forced through the Carbonation Dial at the back. To resolve this, you can simply condition your Pinter for a couple more days at a lower temperature, ensuring that the temperature stays consistent for this time. A full fridge, and opening the fridge frequently, can lead to a higher temperature or a fluctuation in temperature. When tapping the first few pints from your Pinter, you do not need to change your Carbonation Dial setting. This is because the Pinter is designed to be tapped at pressure. Opening your Carbonation Dial early can lead to some foam being pushed out of your Carbonation Dial. To resolve this, ensure that you have your Carbonation Dial in the same position as stated on our app - this is usually setting 5.&#xA0;For your last few glasses, you may need to release the pressure to make sure you get all of your brew. When opening your Carbonation Dial, turn this to the OFF position very slowly to allow your Pinter to regulate its pressure and prevent foaming. Always return the Carbonation Dial to the previous setting in between pours to ensure your brew stays fresh!

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