Katadyn MyBottle 8018087 User manual

Katadyn MyBottle
Portable Water Purification System
Katadyn ViruPur Replacement Cartridge
(Model #8018087)
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Thank you for choosing the Katadyn MyBottle Personal Water
Purification System
The Katadyn MyBottle water purication system eliminates the need to carry
or locate safe water, whether you are camping, hiking, paddling, shing
or anytime safe water is required. The Katadyn MyBottle water purication
system places the advanced 3-layer ViruPur technology with an integrated
glass-ber prelter and an additional carbon postlter into a standard water
bottle.The result is a water bottle that meets industry standards for reduction
of viruses (99.99%), bacteria (99.9999%) and cysts (99.9%) such as Giardia
and Cryptosporidium.
When to use
The Katadyn MyBottle water purication system is designed for use with
untreated fresh water sources, such as lakes, rivers and streams. It also
provides protection against waterborne pathogens that may still be present in
the tap water of many foreign countries.
TheKatadynBottlepurieroersaconvenient alternativetopump-style water
lters. Because it is designed for personal use, the Katadyn Bottle purier is
not suitable for situations when large volumes of water must be treated.
HOW IT WORKS
The Katadyn MyBottle water purication system water bottle utilizes a multi-
stage ltration system. The rst stage is an integrated 0.3 micron pleated
glassber prelter that removes bacteria and protozoa like Giardia and
amoeba as well as particles larger than 0.3 microns. The second stage is the
3-layer ViruPur lter medium that adsorbs viruses and the smallest particles.
The third stage is a carbon postlter that reduces organic contaminants and
unpleasant taste and odors.
Please read the following instructions carefully for maximum performance
from your Katadyn MyBottle water purifier. Failure to follow the instructions
found in this guide may result in unsafe drinking water!
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KEY COMPONENTS
IMPORTANT NOTES
1. In order to be puried, water must pass through the ViruPur Cartridge.The
ow rate is slower than an ordinary sports water bottle in order to ensure
complete purication.
2. Squeeze and sip using continuous pressure. Do not pump. You will notice
a 2–4 seconds pause after squeezing, like using a long straw, before
water ows.
3. Always hold bottle upright when drinking.Water will not pass through the
cartridge if bottle is upside down or at an angle.
PRODUCT SET-UP (Before First Use)
1. Rinse inside of bottle
2. Assemble the cartridge
Attach theViruPur Cartridge to the bottom of the Carbon Postlter. Gently
twist each component while pushing it on. Make sure ALL O-rings and
components are fully sealed and assembled. Firmly twist and push the
Carbon Filter into the bottle cap (Figure 2).
Figure 1
Bottle Straw
Cushioned
mouth piece Bottle cap with
integral carry loop
Carbon Postlter
ViruPur Cartridge with
integrated glass-ber
Prelter and removable
plastic sleeve
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3. Flush system (IMPORTANT!)
Before rst use, ush system to remove harmless carbon dust from the
Postlter. Fill bottle with water. Install bottle cap with assembled cartridge
on bottle and tighten. Squeeze bottle tightly with both hands until water
runs clear. The rst squirt of water will be black from the carbon dust. This
is normal when ushing.
NORMAL OPERATION
1. Fill the bottle with water to the ll line
(Figure 2). Remember, the clearer the
water, the longer the integrated Prelter
and Postlter will last.
2. Insert cartridge/bottle cap into bottle.
Turn bottle cap clockwise until tight.
3. Flip open mouth piece. Note: The mouth
piece has two positions (Figure 3).
4. Hold the bottle upright when drinking.
Squeeze and sip using continuous pressure.
5. Press the mouth piece down after use to close the bottle.
6. Do not remove the mouth piece from its xture.
NOTE: Before each use, ush and discard small amount of water to
remove stale taste. Rell bottle.
Figure 2
Open
Closed
Figure 3
Fill line

CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION
The MyBottle ViruPur microbial purication cartridge is for use with MyBottle
water purication system. Each replaceable ViruPur Replacement Cartridge
will treat up to 100 liters (26 gallons) of water.
CHECKING THE LIFESPAN OF THE MYBOTTLE VIRUPUR
MICROBIAL PURIFICATION CARTRIDGE
The MyBottle comes with a cartridge life counter. This integrated mechanism
inside the bottle cap indicates when to replace your ViruPur Cartridge.
a. Before each lling remove the cartridge/bottle cap from the bottle.
b. Remove the ViruPur Cartridge with the Postlter from the cap and lay
aside.
c. Carefully rotate the life counter in a clockwise direction until it snaps into
the next position. This is best done holding the bottle cap in both hands.
d. When the life counter is back at the starting point it is time to replace the
cartridge.
e. Only use the included straw instead of purication cartridge if water
source has been treated and is safe for drinking (like most tap water).
Opening for straw Cartridge life counter
“START”position
Figure 4
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CHANGING THE MYBOTTLE VIRUPUR MICROBIAL
PURIFICATION CARTRIDGE
After 100 liters (26 gallons) or when bottle is hard to squeeze, use the
following steps to change the MyBottle purication cartridge:
a. Remove the cartridge/bottle cap from the bottle.
b. Remove the Carbon Postlter and ViruPur Cartridge from the cap. Discard
cartridge components in trash receptacle.
c. Assemble the new cartridge (see step 2 of product set-up) and reset the
Cartridge life counter.
d. Flush system (see step 3 of product set-up).
REMOVABLE PLASTIC SLEEVE
The MyBottle ViruPur Cartridge comes with a removable plastic sleeve. Always
removethis plasticsleevefromtheViruPurCartridge duringperiodsofnon-use
of the MyBottle to ease drying. To do this hold the top part of the purication
cartridge and carefully pull the sleeve down without touching the lter media.
When pushing the plastic sleeve back on gently put it over the lter media
and rmly twist and push the sleeve onto the top part of the ViruPur Cartridge.
CLEANING & STORAGE
Wash and dry the inside of the MyBottle thoroughly before using and
regularly during heavy periods of use. If using with safe water and without
thepuricationcartridge,thebottlemust becompletelydisinfectedtoprevent
contamination from previous contact with contaminated water. The rubber
mouth piece cover may be removed for cleaning it thoroughly. Your MyBottle
and bottle cap are dishwasher safe (without the cartridge). Do NOT use soap
to clean the ViruPur Cartridge or the Carbon Filter.
For Long Term Storage (After Your Trip Is Over)
Disinfect the MyBottle water purication system to prevent microbiological
growth within the bottle.
1. Remove the cartridge/bottle cap from the bottle and disassemble ViruPur
Cartridge and Carbon Postlter.
2. Shake out excess water from ViruPur Cartridge and Carbon Postlter.
3. Removetheplastic sleevefromtheViruStatCartridgewithouttouching the
lter media and lay sleeve aside. Place the lter media in a solution of

1 part ethanol and 1 part water and let it soak for 30 minutes to prevent
bacterial growth. Remove.
4. Wash and dry bottle. Store empty bottle with cap on (without cartridges
installed).
5. Allow all lter components to dry thoroughly.
6. Store ViruPur Cartridge, plastic sleeve and Carbon Filter separately in
a cool, dry place or in a refrigerator (not in the freezer section).
Do NOT allow the purication cartridge to freeze with water in the cartridge.
Do NOT use with carbonated or avoured beverages, as they may damage
the purication cartridge.
Do NOT disinfect the ViruPur Cartridge or the Carbon Postlter with chlorine.
IMPORTANT
Please refer to the Important Notes and the Product Set-Up before using.
DISPOSAL
Do not reuse spent cartridges or lters; place in trash or oer for recycling if
available.
WHEN YOU TRAVEL ABROAD, CAMP OR BACKPACK…
…you run a risk of illness ranging from the inconvenience and discomfort of
diarrhea to more serious illnesses caused by protozoan cysts (i.e., Giardia,
Cryptosporidium), viruses and bacteria.
The microorganisms that cause these diseases are often found in the food
and water you consume. Lakes, streams and the local water supply may be
contaminated.
To minimize the risk of contracting these illnesses, we suggest that you consult
with your physician, state health department or travelers’ clinic 4–6 weeks
before you depart.
And while you are traveling…
– Make sure that prepared food is thoroughly cooked.
– Select non-cooked foods (fruits, nuts, etc.) that have intact shells or skins,
and clean your hands before peeling the food.
– Wash your hands with soap and water thoroughly and often, especially
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before you eat. Filter all drinking water with your Katadyn MyBottle water
purication system.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
Please take a moment to register your new Katadyn product by completing
the short product registration form online at www.katadyn.com/
productregistration.The informationyouprovide will enable us to better serve
you with products developed to meet your needs and interests. Register your
Katadyn product online and you will be automatically entered into a drawing
to win a free Katadyn product.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Your Katadyn MyBottle water purication system is warranted for two (2) years
from the date of purchase against defects in materials and workmanship.
Should your Katadyn MyBottle water purication system prove defective
within two years from the date of purchase, return it to the Katadyn retailer
from whom it was purchased. If you do not receive a satisfactory resolution,
contact Katadyn Customer Relations for service assistance. Katadyn, at its
discretion, will replace or repair the damaged item. Please retain purchase
receipt as proof of date purchased. This warranty gives you specic legal
rights and you may have other legal rights which vary from state to state.
CONTACT INTERNATIONAL
Katadyn Products Inc.
Birkenweg 4
8304 Wallisellen/Switzerland
[phone]
[email protected]
www.katadyn.com

Contacto Internacional
Katadyn Products Inc.
Birkenweg 4
8304 Wallisellen, Switzerland
Phone: [phone]
[email protected]
www.katadyn.com
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