GRAYL Ultrapress Filter and Purifier Cartridge User Manual
- June 3, 2024
- GRaYL
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GRAYL Ultrapress Filter and Purifier Cartridge User Manual
Active Technology:
Ion exchange, ultra-powdered activated carbon.
Antimicrobial: Yes
Chemical-free: Yes
BPA free materials: Yes
Size: 2.9″ (7.3 cm) H x 3.1″ (7.8 cm) W
Weight: 3 oz (85 g)
Fast Flow Rate: 10 seconds per 16.9 fl oz / 3 L per minute.
Lifespan: 300 presses (150L/40 gal)
Shelf Life: Stored under proper conditions, an unopened Cartridge has a shelf life of 10 years. After a Cartridge has been used, it lasts at least 3 add, years.
REMOVES
VIRUSES ( 99.99% )
ROTAVIRUS, NOROVIRUS, HEPATITIS A
BACTERIA ( 99.9999% ) E. COLI, SALMONELLA, DYSENTERY PROTOZOA ( 99.9% )
GIARDIA, CRYPTOSPORIDIUM, AMOEBAE
FILTERS
PARTICULATES
MICROPLASTICS, SEDIMENT, SILT
CHEMICALS
CHLORINE, BENZENE, CHLOROFORM
HEAVY METALS
LEAD, ARSENIC, CHROMIUM
TECHNOLOGY
CARTRIDGE LIFESPAN
The lifespan of a Cartridge varies with the quality of the water sources; the
clearer, the better. High levels of silt or sediment will shorten the lifespan
of the cartridge. Typically, when using clear water, a cartridge will be
effective for -300 cycles (150L / 40 gal). As “press time” reaches -25 seconds
(or three years have elapsed since first use) it’s time to replace your
cartridge. Cartridge continues to protect, even as press time increases.
300 PRESSES 150 L / 40 GAL 3 L/MIN
ONE PRESS’ 10 SECONDS
CARTRIDGE REMOVAL
REMOVAL
Locate the Purifier Cartridge “lock tab” at bottom of Inner Press. Then pull
out the “lock tab”and unscrew the cartridge counter-clockwise (lefty loosey)
until it separates from the Inner Press.
CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Firmly grasp Inner Press, then insert cartridge into bottom of Inner Press.
CAUTION: Proper installation of cartridge prevents cross-contamination.
ROTATE & LOCK
Rotate the cartridge clockwise (righty tighty) until you feel the ‘lock tab’
firmly click into the lock slot. Do not over tighten.
PRECAUTIONS
FRESHWATER ONLY.
Use freshwater only (no other liquid). NO salt or brackish water.
CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
Do not expose/fill the Inner Press with untreated water, cross contamination
may occur. If this does happen, disassemble and wash ULTRAPRESS (not
Cartridge) with soapy water and rinse thoroughly. Alternatively, thoroughly
dilute potential contaminants by pressing (and agitating) water through the
ULTRAPRESS Cartridge 5-7 times.
SOURCING THE BEST WATER.
Always begin with the cleanest (least silty) water available. For instance,
streams are generally better than lakes and bogs (which are often have higher
levels of sediment and tannins).
CYANOBACTERIA, HIGH LEAD LEVELS, MERCURY, ETC.
Cartridges are designed to remove trace levels of chemicals and heavy metals.
The ULTRAPRESS was NOT designed to protect against industrial disasters, coal
ash spills, very high lead levels, mercury, nuclear disasters or toxic blue-
green algae (cyanobacteria), etc. Find another water source in these
situations.
CAUTION WITH TANNINS.
Tannins are natural organic compounds that leach from decomposing vegetation
and trees and can cause Cartridges to prematurely stop working. In high
concentrations, tannins are easily recognizable, as they turn water tea-
colored and form blackwater rivers. Do not use ULTRAPRESS in water with high
tannin concentration.
NO FREEZING.
Cartridges are not significantly degraded after one freeze/thaw cycle.
However, don’t use a cartridge after 3 or more freeze/thaw cycles. Protect
your ULTRAPRESS in freezing temperatures by keeping it full of water and
insulate in a jacket or sleeping bag.
NO HOT (OR BOILING WATER) OR MICROWAVES.
Do not expose Cartridge to water hotter than 120F (SOC), it will harm purifier
media. Do not put the ULTRAPRESS in the microwave.
CARE BETWEEN USES
DON’T USE SOAP ON CARTRIDGE.
Do not wash the Cartridge with soap or other cleaning agents. Soap will damage
the purifier media. You may rinse the Cartridge with clean water as needed.
PROPER CARE & STORAGE.
For long-term storage, prepare the ULTRAPRESS Bottle to prevent growth of
mildew and odors. Thoroughly dry Cartridge by performing one ‘dry press’ by
pressing the wet Cartridge into an empty (no water) Outer ReFill and dump
excess water. Allow Cartridge to air-dry thoroughly (depending on humidity it
will take 2-4 days to completely dry). Hand wash all other parts with warm,
soapy water. Reassemble unit to create air tight seal for storage. Cartridges
can last up to three years after opening if cared for properly between uses.
WE HAVE YOU COVERED
WARRANTY
Every GRAYL is accompanied by a ten (10) year warranty covering workmanship
and materials.
TESTING STANDARDS.
eets or exceeds the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Water
Purifier standard for microbiological filtration.
QUESTIONS?
For answers to the most common questions, live chat, and product support,
please visit www.grayl.com/help
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