LifeStraw Peak Series Solo Water Filter User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- LifeStraw
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LifeStraw Peak Series Solo Water Filter User Manual
Product Overview
- Removes 99.999999% of bacteria (E. coli)
- Removes 99.999% of parasites (Giardia, Cryptosporidium) e Removes 99.999% of micro plastics
- Pore size: 0.2 micron e Membrane Microfilter lasts up to 2,000 liters | 500 gallons
HOW TO USE
- Prepare for use, by first filling any 28mm threaded PCO standard bottle or pouch with water.
- Remove the bottom cap, and thread tightly on the bottle.
- Open the top cap to expose the mouthpiece / water outlet
- Filter water by squeezing the bottle to apply pressure into another container, or by using the mouthpiece to drink directly from the fiter. Close the top cap when finished.
- Backwash. We recommend regularly backwashing your filter after each day of use to keep the filter clean and to prevent clogging. To do this, unscrew the mouthpiece completely, and thread on the included backwash syringe. Then, remove the bottom plug cap. Plunge the exposed bottom side of the membrane microfilter into drinking water and draw water up through the filter by pulling the syringe upward until the syringe is full. Then, push water back through the filter by pressing the syringe downward until water has been fully pushed through the other side. Repeat several times. When finished, remove the syringe, and replace the top cap and mouthpice assembly by screwing back onto the device, and attach the bottom plug cap.
If storing your Life Straw Solo Water Micro filter for greater than 1 month without use, we recommend following our long term storage instructions to preserve the longevity of the filter and to prevent clogging.
MONTHLY CLEANING
Add 1/4 tsp of household bleach to 2 Cups of water. Use the syringe to pull/push the chlorine/bleach solution through the Peak Solo (see backwash procedure) 5 times. After that, pull chlorine water 1 more time, close the bottom plug and then disco- nect the syringe, close the mouthpiece and top cap. Let the unit rest for at least 4 hours or overnight. After resting, repeat the backwash procedure 5 times with clean water to wash out chlorine. Peak Solo is ready to use.
LONG-TERM STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Avoid drying out the filter by using these long-term storage instructions. This will keep th filter at its highest performance and maintain the hydrophilic properties of the membrane, while also preventing any mold or algae from growing during long-term storage. When the membrane becomes completely dried out, it can be difficult to get water to flow through again. Follow these steps if you have already used the Life Straw Peak Solo filter and you plan to store for greater than 1 month without use.
A-Clean with bleach solution
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Backwash membrane micro filter according to backwashing instructions prior to storing.
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Add 1/4 tsp of household bleach to 2 Cups of
water. -
Use the syringe to pull and push the diluted bleach solution through the membrane micro filter 5 times. Pull the diluted bleach solution one more time, and let the filter with syringe lay on a flat surface for 5 mines. After resting, repeat the backwash procedure 5 times with clean water to wash out chlorine.
B- Immerse in salt solution
- Avoid drying out the membrane micro filter by storing in a salt solution made by mixing 1 teaspoon of salt with 2 cups of water.
- Unscrew and remove the top cap and bottom plug. cap. Connect the the syringe, immerse the bottom of the filter in the salt solution, and pull salt solution into the filter. Then, disconnect the syringe, and place the micro filter inside of a sealed reusable container filled with the saline solution mixture so filter remains wet. Store the 2 caps separately.
- Storeinacool dry place.
- 7To resume use, open your reusable container and discard the excess saline solution. Then, execute the backwashing procedure with drinking water to help
remove salt water.
If you have additional questions about storage and maintenance for your Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter.
TIPS
Test your gear before you go! Follow the how to use instructions to make sure your Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter is operating as you expect it to.
Slow flowrate? Use the backwash instructions to remove potential air bubbles or debris from the membrane.
Questions? Contact [email protected] – we’re here to help!
DISCLAIMER
Vestergaard Grandson Inc. and its affiliated entities and related companies shall be neither liable for any damages arising out of or s a result of the use of Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter for any purpose other than for which it is clearly intended, nor for any malfunction resulting from the failure of the user of Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter to strictly abide by the usage and safety information contained in this manual. Stated microbiological and longevity performance of Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter is conducted under standard laboratory test conditions; more information regarding test results and conditions can be found at www.lifestraw.com.
The effectiveness of the Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter may be limited by environmental or hygienic conditions that could contribute to the recontamination of water after it has passed though the product’s internal ultra filter. These conditions include but are not limited to:
- Handling the mouthpiece or safe water outlets with dirty / contaminated hands.
- Failure to maintain a clean mouthpiece and exterior.
- Failure to discontinue use of the producrt per manufacturer’s recommendations.
- Using the filter if the plastic is cracked.
- Use in or exposure to extreme heat (higher temperature than 140°F/60°C) or freezing temperatures (below 32° F/0°C).
Read these usage and safety instructions carefully before using the Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter. Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter is a personal water filtration tool and should only be used for filtering water. The quality of the faltered water is not guaranteed if the product is submitted to conditions other than those encountered during its normal use. Your use of the Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter implies that you accept and agree to these terms, conditions, and disclaimer.
CAUTION
Drinking untreated water may expose you to harmful microorganisms and increase your risk of gastritis- tinalillness. Improper usage of Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter increases your risk of exposure to harmful microorganisms and increases your risk of gastrointestinal illness. Reduce your risk of becoming sick by following these safety instructions and by educating yourself on backcountry water safety.
Never use Life Straw Peak Solo Water Micro filter to filter seawater or chemically contaminated water, including water from mining tailing ponds or from near large agricultural operations. Rinse out the gravity bag and neck cap with safe water before first use.
DO NOT DROP or place pressure on this product in any manner. The intentional or unintentional impact of this product on a solid surface may damage the filtration mechanism within the LifeStraw Peak Solo Water Micro filter and render it inefficient and unusable. This product must not be used by children without the supervision of an adult.