So, story time. I bought one of these about 2 years ago and followed the terrible instructions that came with it. After connecting them both and opening the source tank before I could open the purge valve to purge the air... the line connecting the two burst open at the source side... the tank proceeded to turn into a rocket and shot off the table flew around in the air and smacked into the table chipping off a huge chunk. I dived behind my chair as it spun around and shot off into the kitchen impact door spiderwebbing it and then continued to spin around until I grabbed my chair and hooked it out of the air and held it down until it bled completely out. So, just a word of warning that the amazon ones COULD be defective and it can be incredibly dangerous. Good times. Also, I am no longer allowed to attempt to transfer CO2 by the wife.
Thanks for the warning. I hopefully stressed the safety thing enough in my description to let people know this can really go bad if it does... The story is also a great case for don't just balance it on the keg... brace the hell out of it! I got lucky. Cheers!
As I said in the last video, GREAT to see your return! As soon as the video started, I remembered the one that blew in your kitchen. Funny you are doing how to fill CO2 tanks. I just bought 6 Soda Stream tanks and a filling device as I was under the impression they weren't allowed to ship pre-filled tanks, but the 6 tanks showed up full. Saved me time and money. I'll be setting up self-serve beer taps for adults at my house during Halloween. Kids get candy, and adults will get beer.
@@BitterRealityBrewing That sounds like a great idea! This CO2 transfer thing is super useful for me since I have a bunch of small tanks and a few large. It would be easy to overfill if you don't watch closely. Cheers!
@@CommonEraBrews for sure, I'd like to pick up a 20 or more lb tank with a dip tube for filling. If I do this more often I'll definitely at least build a stand I can strap the tank to for stability. My method in the video is dangerous and sketchy AF.
I didn't know the install of the tube was an option. I'll definitely look into that and possibly try to snag a bigger tank! Upside down is a horrible plan!
So, story time. I bought one of these about 2 years ago and followed the terrible instructions that came with it. After connecting them both and opening the source tank before I could open the purge valve to purge the air... the line connecting the two burst open at the source side... the tank proceeded to turn into a rocket and shot off the table flew around in the air and smacked into the table chipping off a huge chunk. I dived behind my chair as it spun around and shot off into the kitchen impact door spiderwebbing it and then continued to spin around until I grabbed my chair and hooked it out of the air and held it down until it bled completely out.
So, just a word of warning that the amazon ones COULD be defective and it can be incredibly dangerous. Good times. Also, I am no longer allowed to attempt to transfer CO2 by the wife.
Thanks for the warning. I hopefully stressed the safety thing enough in my description to let people know this can really go bad if it does... The story is also a great case for don't just balance it on the keg... brace the hell out of it! I got lucky. Cheers!
As I said in the last video, GREAT to see your return! As soon as the video started, I remembered the one that blew in your kitchen. Funny you are doing how to fill CO2 tanks. I just bought 6 Soda Stream tanks and a filling device as I was under the impression they weren't allowed to ship pre-filled tanks, but the 6 tanks showed up full. Saved me time and money. I'll be setting up self-serve beer taps for adults at my house during Halloween. Kids get candy, and adults will get beer.
@@BitterRealityBrewing That sounds like a great idea! This CO2 transfer thing is super useful for me since I have a bunch of small tanks and a few large. It would be easy to overfill if you don't watch closely. Cheers!
Man, I've been waiting for a solid homebrew level tutorial on how these things work for some time. Viva la Party Time!
@@MortificantVD Glad it's useful! Just be safe! Cheers!
Thanks! I bought one of those transfer hoses and have been afraid to use it. You've given me the confidence to give it a whirl safely.😊
@@davidrogers6262 Based on some of the comments, I'm not sure how safe they are, but just remember to secure the tanks well! Cheers!
I think generally they use special tanks with diptubes installed for transferring. Having that tank upside-down on top of your canner is risky af
@@CommonEraBrews for sure, I'd like to pick up a 20 or more lb tank with a dip tube for filling. If I do this more often I'll definitely at least build a stand I can strap the tank to for stability. My method in the video is dangerous and sketchy AF.
Nearly shat myself when I saw that upside down bottle. I just got this transfer hose last week and had a siphon tube installed in my 20lb tank.
I didn't know the install of the tube was an option. I'll definitely look into that and possibly try to snag a bigger tank! Upside down is a horrible plan!
@@PartyTimeBrewing a couple of the local fire extinguisher companies offer it. Cost about $20-$25.
@@slowrvr I'll look into it for sure! Or just wait for the tank to fall for another great video...