{"product_id":"aarke-b1018-co201-carbonator-3-starter-kit-black","title":"Aarke B1018-CO201 Carbonator 3 Starter Kit in Black","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAarke Carbonator 3 Matte Black Starter Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you everything you need to start making fresh sparkling water at home. Designed in Sweden and engineered with a \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel body in a sophisticated matte black finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Carbonator 3 combines minimalist Scandinavian styling with straightforward, completely cordless operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMaking sparkling water is simple. Fill the supplied bottle with fresh water to the marked filling line, attach it to the Carbonator and press the \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel carbonation lever\u003c\/strong\u003e until you hear the buzz. Aarke recommends between one and three presses for the best results, while additional presses can be used if you prefer a stronger level of carbonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Starter Kit includes a \u003cstrong\u003eCO₂ gas cylinder filled with food-grade CO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you have the essentials required to start carbonating. A single cylinder can carbonate \u003cstrong\u003eup to 60 litres of water\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the Carbonator 3 accepts standard 400–425g \/ 60L screw-in CO₂ cylinders approved for sparkling water makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe supplied \u003cstrong\u003e1 litre BPA-free PET bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e has an 800ml marked filling line for carbonation and is made from food-grade virgin PET. Because the Carbonator 3 requires \u003cstrong\u003eno electricity or power connection\u003c\/strong\u003e, it can be positioned conveniently on your kitchen worktop without needing to be close to a plug socket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt with longevity in mind, the Carbonator 3 has been \u003cstrong\u003etested for more than 10,000 carbonation cycles\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Matte Black Starter Kit also includes a stainless steel drip tray cover, Aarke cleaning cloth, extra gasket and user manual, while registering the product with Aarke provides a \u003cstrong\u003e3-year Aarke Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.product-faq {\n  margin-top: 40px;\n}\n\n.product-faq-heading {\n  margin: 0 0 12px 0;\n  padding: 0;\n  font-size: 22px;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  line-height: 1.3;\n}\n\n.product-faq details {\n  margin: 0;\n  padding: 0;\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n}\n\n.product-faq details:first-of-type {\n  border-top: 1px solid #e5e5e5;\n}\n\n.product-faq summary {\n  position: relative;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  list-style: none;\n  padding: 18px 42px 18px 0;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  line-height: 1.4;\n}\n\n.product-faq summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n  display: none;\n}\n\n.product-faq summary::after {\n  content: \"›\";\n  position: absolute;\n  right: 8px;\n  top: 50%;\n  font-size: 28px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 1;\n  transform: translateY(-50%) rotate(90deg);\n  transition: transform 0.2s ease;\n}\n\n.product-faq details[open] summary::after {\n  transform: translateY(-50%) rotate(-90deg);\n}\n\n.product-faq details p {\n  margin: 0;\n  padding: 0 42px 18px 0;\n  line-height: 1.6;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3 class=\"product-faq-heading\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the Aarke Carbonator 3 Matte Black Starter Kit include a CO₂ cylinder?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. This Starter Kit includes one CO₂ gas cylinder filled with food-grade CO₂, so you have the cylinder required to start making sparkling water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow much sparkling water can one CO₂ cylinder make?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOne CO₂ cylinder can carbonate up to 60 litres of water. The actual amount achieved will depend on how strongly you carbonate each bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the Aarke Carbonator 3 need electricity?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The Carbonator 3 is completely cordless and electricity-free, so it doesn't need a mains connection or batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I choose how fizzy my water is?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Aarke recommends between one and three presses of the carbonation lever for the best results. You can use additional presses if you prefer a stronger level of carbonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size bottle comes with the Aarke Carbonator 3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Starter Kit includes a 1 litre BPA-free PET water bottle. The bottle has an 800ml marked filling line, which indicates the correct amount of water for carbonation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhich CO₂ cylinders are compatible with the Aarke Carbonator 3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Carbonator 3 accepts standard 400–425g \/ 60 litre screw-in CO₂ cylinders approved for sparkling water makers, including compatible cylinders from brands such as AGA, Linde and SodaStream. SodaStream Quick Connect cylinders are not compatible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use a glass bottle with the Carbonator 3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. Aarke states that its Glass Bottle Pro must not be used with the Carbonator 3. Glass bottles require the protective chamber incorporated into the Aarke Carbonator Pro, whereas the Carbonator 3 is designed for compatible PET bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I carbonate drinks other than water?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Carbonator 3 should be used to carbonate fresh, clean water. Any flavours should be added after the water has been carbonated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the Aarke PET bottle dishwasher safe?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The supplied PET bottle is not dishwasher safe. Aarke recommends washing it by hand using lukewarm water and a mild washing-up liquid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow durable is the Aarke Carbonator 3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAarke states that the Carbonator 3 has been tested for more than 10,000 carbonation cycles. Its body is constructed from stainless steel for a durable, premium finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is included with the Aarke Carbonator 3 Matte Black Starter Kit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Starter Kit includes the Aarke Carbonator 3, one CO₂ gas cylinder, one BPA-free PET water bottle, stainless steel drip tray cover, Aarke cleaning cloth, extra gasket and user manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size is the Aarke Carbonator 3?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Carbonator 3 measures 41.4cm high, 15.3cm wide and 25.8cm deep and weighs approximately 1.68kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aarke","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55181991117141,"sku":"B1018-CO201","price":199.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0177\/5189\/files\/B1018-C0201.jpg?v=1791229926","url":"https:\/\/stuartwestmoreland.co.uk\/products\/aarke-b1018-co201-carbonator-3-starter-kit-black","provider":"Stuart Westmoreland","version":"1.0","type":"link"}