How to Clean 5 Gallon Water Jug?

Empty the jug completely

Remove the cap and any spigot parts

Rinse the jug with warm water

Add a few drops of dish soap

Fill partway with warm water

Swirl the soapy water around inside

Use a long-handled bottle brush if needed

Scrub the neck and bottom thoroughly

Rinse several times with clean water

Mix a sanitizing solution of 1 tablespoon unscented bleach per 1 gallon of water

Fill the jug partway with the sanitizing solution

Swirl to coat all interior surfaces

Let it sit for 2 to 5 minutes

Empty the jug completely

Rinse thoroughly with clean water until no bleach smell remains

Air-dry upside down on a clean rack or towel

Clean the cap and spigot separately with soap and sanitizer

Reassemble only after everything is fully dry

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