How to Set Up Your Cink 2 & Mini Cink

Congratulations on your new Cink 2 or Mini Cink! 

Whether you're working in a busy art classroom, a professional pottery studio, or you have a cozy home workspace, you've made a smart choice to protect your plumbing and minimize disruptions to your creative flow.

Both the Cink 2 and Mini Cink systems are easy to assemble and built to protect your pipes. Let’s walk through each step so you can go from unboxing to creating your next ceramics masterpiece in no time. 

Cink 2 Set Up Guide

Let’s start with how to set up your Cink 2. The process is quick and easy, especially since it doesn’t require a dedicated hookup to plumbing. 

Unbox Your Cink 2

Your Cink 2 will arrive securely strapped to a pallet. The first step is to properly unpack it. 

• First, unscrew the wooden boards securing the shipping box. Then, lift off the box to reveal your Cink 2 system and all the components inside.

• Next, remove the buckets and dollies from their straps.

• Then, hold the unit steady and cut the straps securing the Cink 2. Once freed from the straps, you can carefully lift the Cink 2 off the support boxes it’s resting on.

You may want a buddy to help with lifting and steadying. The extra hands make for a smoother setup.

Position & Prepare the Unit

Now that your Cink is unpacked, it’s time to get it all set up and ready to use. 

• Place your Cink 2 near a grounded power outlet for easy plug-in access.

• Set each bucket onto its dolly so they’re ready and easy to roll as needed.

• Remove the lids and fill both buckets completely with water.
  

• Replace the lids and use the red locking handle to get a snug, splash-proof fit.

Prep the Filter

The heart of the Cink 2 is its string filter, which helps trap fine particles of clay as water recirculates.

• Remove the filter canister by twisting it counterclockwise (left).

• Fill the canister with water. Ensure the O-ring is in place inside the canister so you get a watertight seal. Hold the string filter down inside the canister and fill it with water slowly to keep things from overflowing.  

• Twist the canister back on, turning clockwise (right) to secure it tightly and evenly.

Connect the System

We’re almost there. Now it’s time to bring it all together!

• Slide the filled buckets beneath the Cink 2 basin. This should be quick and easy with the dollies. 

• Attach the drain union and connect the tubes using the quick disconnects. Make sure the connections are tight and secure. 

• Plug the foot switch into the outlet, then plug the pump into the foot switch.

• Now for the fun part! Step on the foot switch and hold it down to activate the water flow. The faucet pipe is fully maneuverable, so position it how it works best for you to rinse tools, hands, splash pans or other studio gear.

Congratulations! Your Cink 2 is set up and ready to go. With water cycling through your studio workspace and clay kept far away from your plumbing, you're now operating a cleaner, more sustainable studio space. 

Mini Cink Set Up Guide

Let’s move on to the Mini Cink! It follows a similar process, but the Mini Cink is a bit smaller and designed for added mobility in your studio or home workspace.

Unpack Your Mini Cink

Your Mini Cink will arrive in two boxes, carefully packed to keep everything safe during shipping.

• Grab some scissors and cut the straps and ties on the boxes.

• Open both boxes and carefully remove all parts and components, including the bucket, pump, basin, faucet parts, foot pedal, hooks, and trays.

Get the Water System Ready

Let’s start with the foundation: your water bucket and pedal-powered pump.

• Place the bucket on the dolly. The wheels make it easy to move wherever you need in your studio or creative space.

• Fill the bucket with clean water.

• Screw the upright tube into the pump in a clockwise (right) motion. Secure the tube tightly.

• Lower the pump into the bucket. Make sure it’s seated securely at the bottom of the bucket and doesn’t move around.

Assemble the Basin

Now it’s time to build upwards and add the basin to the Mini Cink. 

• Lower the basin over the upright tube and gently rest it on the pump bracket. Feed the upright tube through the drain pipe opening in the basin.

• Align the corners of the basin with the holes in the pump bracket. These holes help hold it in place but don’t need to be screwed in.

Install the Faucet Tube

With the basin in place you’re ready to get the water flowing.

• Screw the faucet tube into the top of the upright tube through the basin and drain pipe using a clockwise (right) motion. Make sure it’s nice and tight. 

• Once attached, gently bend the faucet tube so the nozzle points downward into the basin. It's flexible and designed to move with you to make cleaning your pottery tools easy. Now just press the foot pedal to get the water flowing! 

Add Accessories

Make the Mini Cink your own with built-in organization and splash control. You can dry and store your washed tools in the Mini Cink using the drawers, hooks, and trays

• Attach the multipurpose hook and splash hook to the front edge of the basin. These are perfect for holding sponges, tools, or towels.

• Hook the side tray support brackets onto the side of the basin. To install the side tray, angle the tray slightly and slide the tray bracket into the aligned holes. Lower the tray into place for a secure fit. Repeat this step to attach the second tray to the other side of the basin. 

• Slide the drawer into the space under the basin.

Now you’re officially set up with a clean, compact, and plumbing-free rinse station! The Mini Cink is designed to fit almost any pottery setup, whether you’re short on space or just want a smart way to conserve your rinse water.

Your Studio Just Got a Major Upgrade

You’ve taken the first step toward a cleaner, more sustainable studio! Whether you’re using the robust Cink 2 or our more compact Mini Cink, you’re all set up to handle clay cleanup without the hassle.

We’re so excited for you to enjoy the freedom that comes with this self-contained water recycling system that moves with you, works hard, and protects your space! 

Don’t have a Cink for your studio yet? What are you waiting for?