LifeStraw Personal Instruction Manual

LifeStraw Personal

Product Information

The LifeStraw Personal is a portable water filter designed to provide safe drinking water in emergency situations or during outdoor activities. It is a compact and lightweight device that filters water to remove harmful bacteria and parasites, making it suitable for use in various environments. The LifeStraw Personal features advanced filtration technology that eliminates 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria and 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites. It does not require any batteries or electrical power, making it ideal for use in remote areas or during camping, hiking, traveling, and emergency situations. The product has a long lifespan of up to 4,000 liters (1,000 gallons) of water, providing reliable and continuous filtration for extended periods. The LifeStraw Personal meets US EPA drinking water standards and has been tested by independent laboratories to ensure its effectiveness.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Before using the LifeStraw Personal, remove the protective cap from the mouthpiece.
2. Submerge the bottom end of the LifeStraw Personal into the water source (such as a river, lake, or stream).
3. Place your mouth on the mouthpiece and begin to suck the water through the filter.
4. Allow the water to flow through the filter and into your mouth. Ensure you do not drink directly from the water source without using the LifeStraw Personal.
5. After each use, blow air through the LifeStraw Personal to clear any remaining water from the filter.
6. Replace the protective cap on the mouthpiece to prevent contamination when not in use.
7. To clean the LifeStraw Personal, simply rinse it with clean water. Avoid using soaps or detergents as they may damage the filter.
8. Store the LifeStraw Personal in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight and chemicals.

If you have any further questions or need additional assistance, please contact us at [email protected].

HOW TO USE

1. Prime. Prime the filter by opening the bottom cap and letting the straw sit in water for 20 seconds.
2. Sip. Open the top cap and take 5 quick, strong sips to get water flowing.
3. Backwash. Regularly blow air through your LifeStraw® after drinking to keep the filter clean and prevent it from clogging. Close both caps when not in use.

For long term storage instructions, visit www.lifestraw.com/howitworks.

TIPS

• Test your gear before you go! Follow the first use instructions instructions to make sure your LifeStraw is operating as you expect it to.
• Slow flow rate? Blow air through mouthpiece to remove potential air bubbles in the membrane.
• Note: LifeStraw® will no longer filter water when the product has reached the end of its working life. Inability to sip water through LifeStraw® indicates that the product should be replaced.
• Questions? Contact [email protected] – we’re here to help!

Disclaimer

Vestergaard Frandsen Inc. and its affiliated entities and related companies shall be neither liable for any damages arising out of or as a result of the use of LifeStraw® for any purpose other than for which it is clearly intended, nor for any malfunction resulting from the failure of the user of LifeStraw® to strictly abide by the usage and safety information contained in this manual. Stated microbiological and longevity performance of LifeStraw® is conducted under standard laboratory test conditions; more information regarding test results and conditions can be found at www.lifestraw.com.

The effectiveness of LifeStraw® 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 filter. These conditions include but are not limited to:

1. Handling the mouthpiece with dirty / contaminated hands.
2. Failure to maintain a clean moutpiece and exterior.
3. Failure to discontinue use of the product per manufacturer’s recommendations.
4. Using the filter if the plastic is cracked.
5. 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 LifeStraw®. LifeStraw® is a personal water filtration tool and should only be used for filtering water. The quality of the filtered water is not guaranteed if the product is submitted to conditions other than those encountered during its normal use. Your use of LifeStraw® 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 gastrointestinal illness.
• Improper usage of LifeStraw® 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 LifeStraw® to filter seawater or chemically contaminated water, including water from mining tailing ponds or from near large agricultural operations.
• Rinse the bottle and top 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® and render it inefficient and unusable.
• This product must not be used by children without the supervision of an adult.

GIVING BACK

When you purchase any LifeStraw® products, a portion of the proceeds is used to provide LifeStraw® Community water purifiers to schools in need of safe water. The funds also support the comprehensive health education, quarterly follow-up visits, and routine maintenance that ensure the purifiers are used properly and have a real, sustained impact on the health of school children. As one of the largest private investors in safe water for schools globally, we make sure to fulfill our responsibilities to LifeStraw® customers, vulnerable communities, and global partners.

Long Term Storage Instructions

Long Term Storage Instructions for LifeStraw Personal
Follow these steps if you have already used the LifeStraw Personal and you plan to store your LifeStraw for greater than 1 month without use.

1. Disinfect. Mix ¼ teaspoon of bleach with 2 cups of clean water. Close the bottom cap of the LifeStraw and open the top lid and pour solution in through the mouthpiece. Close top cap and let stand for 5 minutes. Open both caps and rinse under clean tap water for 01 min.
2. Immerse in Salt Solution. Dissolve 1 teaspoon of salt in 2 cups of clean water. Close the bottom cap and pour solution into the top cap until full. Take the remaining water and pour into a bottle or a Ziploc bag. Store the LifeStraw in the salt solution with both caps open.
3. Store. Store bottle/bag that contains the LifeStraw in salt water in a cool dry place.
4. Resume Use. To use your LifeStraw®️ again, discard the salt solution blow any remaining solution out of the filter. Spit out first few sips as they may still taste salty.

Note: We recommend storing the bottle with a salt/saline solution because it helps to prevent any mold or algae from growing during long-term storage, while also keeping the membrane microfilter wet which ensures a good flow rate when resuming use. When the membrane becomes completely dried out, it can be difficult to get the product flowing again.

If you have additional questions about storage and maintenance for your LifeStraw Go, please email us at [email protected].

A product by:
VESTERGAARD S.A.
Place St-Francois 1 CH-1003 Lausanne, Switzerland
www.lifestraw.com

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