Odd Atlantis Problem

[Sanddeath]

So, mt Atlantis has an issue. I used an amber colored juice for a while, and I've cleaned it out to use a new one, a clear one. But the white rubber stopper still smells like the juice no matter how much I was it. When I hold it up to the light it has a amber tint to it. Is it possible the juice dyed or somehow got into the stopper? I am afraid this issue will compromise the flavor. What should I do?

 

[MrOcelot]

It's gonna happen with that bottom seal. In my experience it doesn't affect the flavor unless it was a very strong flavor like anise or black licorice. A vinegar soak should help.

 

[Guzz]

It's an issue with all food grade silicone. I ran into the same issue with a rum, cola, lime, I mixed up (tasted great for a few hits, then it got old REAL quick). Ruined every flavor I put in afterwards.

What I found that helped clear it up (compiled from various sites dealing with silicone cooking utensils):
1. Make a baking soda, water solution and let the base gasket and the upper hardware sit overnight
2. Put the two in the sun for a day or two.
3. Put the two into an ultrasonic cleaner with 90% or better isopropyl alcohol.

This took out 95% of the bad flavor, then just using a new flavor after awhile it was all gone.

You might have some tarnishing on the upper hardware after the baking soda soak, but you can buff it out.

Now, this won't get rid of the discoloration. But you can order a new gasket from Aspire (http://online.aspirecig.com/aspire-atlantis-accessories-p-94.html), just make sure you select the right part. You might want to add on some coils or other stuff to make the shipping costs bearable.

 

[Sanddeath]

Thanks, I haven't had the chance to try it since I cleaned it since I sold and ordered a newer 100w sigelei, but I will see if the flavor gets comprimised and will try one of those steps.