SodaStream Source Loader Tab Replacement
Angela Mossgrove and 3 other contributors
Last updated on May 26, 2017
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓The SodaStream Source creates soda when the loader tab is engaged. Pressing on this tab initiates carbonation and flavor infusion. This tab may become damaged through use and can be replaced through the steps given in this guide. The tab is located within the carbonating block and has its own cover. Replacement of the loader tab requires both external and internal disassembly of the device. This guide shows the steps to access this internal component.
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Remove the soda bottle and the CO₂ canister from the machine.
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Tool used on this step:Phillips #1 Screwdriver$8.99
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Remove the four 17.8 mm screws from the bottom metal base using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Tool used on this step:Phillips #1 Screwdriver$8.99
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Remove the two 18.2 mm screws from the bottom of the front cover using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Push the brass bar, located in the top of the device, out of the carbonating block.
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Lift the top of the plastic arm with the spudger and remove it on both sides.
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Remove the plastic piece, located near the front of the carbonating block, from both sides of the device using a plastic opening tool or nylon spudger.
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Pull the loader tab cover down and away from the rest of the carbonating block.
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Unhook the four clips on the top of the carbonating block and remove the plastic cover.
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Lift the clips located on both sides with the plastic spudger. Slide the front cover off.
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Grip the right and left sides of the device and pull it into two identical halves.
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Pull the foam pad up and remove it from the front side of the carbonation component.
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Pull the small inner plastic circle out of the large plastic loader tab piece.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Thank you SO much for this! I was having a lot of trouble with this thing not releasing the bottle, so I disassembled it all and put it back together and now it works a treat! Not sure what was going on but I am so excited. You weren’t kidding at the end about it all falling apart… took ages to work out how it all went back together, but now I understand it and I have a working SodaStream. 5*!
Do you know where the tiny magnet goes? It fell out on the table as I was disassembling.
I think it has something to do with the microchip for the LED’s. Can’t figure out how else the light would light. I haven’t taken it apart far enough to find the magnet. Hope this helps you.
I placed sodastream on side and removed top half. I could then see where parts needed to be after they “fell out” for reassembly. More pictures of those steps would be helpful. Thank
