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In Mexico and some other countries, 5-gallon water bottles are the norm, and hefting 18kg (40 pounds) of an open water bottle onto the narrow neck of a dispenser without spilling it can be a challenge. Here is a way to make it much more manageable.
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Remove the foam seal from the cap if there is one. Note that Ciel bottle caps have a left-hand thread, so turn right (clockwise) to loosen. [1] X Research source -
Cut a hole in the cap about half the diameter. You can use a drill or a knife.Advertisement -
Replace the foam, and screw on the modified lid. -
Invert the bottle onto the dispenser. The water pressure against the foam cap will keep all but maybe a slight dribble from leaking. [2] X Research source -
The center protrusion will force the seal out, releasing the water. The foam seal will then float to the top.
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Tips
- If your cap lid did not come with a seal, you can make one out of gasket material. Here is shown a two-piece seal, one with a crosscut, and one with a flap, for a Santorini bottle. The flap goes on the water side.Thanks
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Warnings
- Some gasket materials may leach toxic substances into your drinking water.Thanks
- This will only work if your dispenser has a piece protruding into the neck as shown.Thanks
- Ciel bottles have reusable caps, so your water distributor may charge you a few pesos for the cap you have rendered unusable (by them). Keep your modified cap and it will be a one-time expense.Thanks
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