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EspañolStarbucks Classic Syrup Pump: Practical Analysis
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I. Core Identification Features
▶ Iconic White Pump Body
Cylindrical plastic body + stainless steel spring (visible when the lid is lifted)
"2P" engraved on the top cap (two presses = standard single-serving syrup amount)
▶ Dual Ball Valve Leak-Proof System
Bottom gravity steel ball (automatically seals when syrup is drawn up)
Silicone flap at the outlet (springs back instantly to prevent dripping)
▶ Quick-Release Interface
Triangular thread on the syrup bottle neck (twist to lock, no tools required)
Universally compatible with third-party syrup bottles (a key money-saving feature!)
II. Daily Maintenance Features
▶ Unique Cleaning Technique
No-disassembly cleaning process:
Press 10 times to expel residual syrup
Wrap a wet wipe around the nozzle and press upside down to remove residue
Use a cotton swab dipped in hot water to clean the spring groove
Deep cleaning frequency:
Daily use: Soak in white vinegar solution for 1 hour weekly (vinegar:water = 1:5)
Seasonal use: Fill with food-grade glycerin when not in use to prevent drying and cracking
▶ Quick Troubleshooting Methods
Stiff pressing: Apply Vaseline to the spring (pharmacy-grade, edible)
Continuous dripping: Clean crystallization in the steel ball groove (gently scrape with a toothpick)
Unable to draw syrup: Check the bottom filter (often clogged by lemon peel)
III. Usage Warnings
▶ Avoid hot water rinsing: Water temperature above 60℃ → plastic deformation and syrup leakage
▶ Do not pump drinks with fruit pulp: Mango pulp can jam the valve (a dedicated filter pump is available separately)
▶ Avoid strong acid corrosion: Syrups containing more than 25% lemon juice → accelerates sealing ring aging
IV. Fun Facts
▶ Pump Number Code:
"3 pumps of vanilla" means pressing 3 times (approximately 20ml)
Specify "1 and a half pumps" for reduced sugar
▶ Repurposing Discarded Pumps:
Remove the spring to make a keychain lanyard (super corrosion-resistant)
Convert the old pump body into a soy sauce dispenser (precise dispensing for controlled saltiness)
