Actually the bubbles that float to the top and the flakes are coming off the electrode that is turning black. Is this still normal? The problem is I don't really know when to stop because I'm not getting the cloud at all - I'm assuming this is good because the cloud is usually from formation of another colloid right? and the fact that it's taking a long time would probably mean my water is very clean and not very conductive in the beginning from lack of other minerals. Without the cloud forming hould I just let it brew for about 30 minutes and just call it good? I also notice a sort of film on top of the water is this ok? How long should I let it sit after I make it before I drink some? Haha I hope that's not too many questions. I'm just new to this so I want to be safe and do it right.