Lifesaver jerrycan User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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LIFESAVER®jerrycan uses a highly advanced ultra filtration system, originally
developed for industrial applications.
LIFESAVER®jerrycan will remove all bacteria, all viruses, all cysts, all parasites,
all fungi and all other microbiological waterborne pathogens.
LIFESAVER®jerrycan uses FAILSAFE™ technology, this means that when the
cartridge has expired it shuts off, preventing the user from drinking
contaminated water.
** IMPORTANT **
Please read this manual before using the LIFESAVER® jerrycan.
CAUTION
· DO NOT operate pump unless jerrycan contains water.
· After first use, jerrycan should not be stored dry.
· Activated carbon is optional – water is thoroughly cleaned even without
Activated carbon.
1Fill with water. 2Leave to stand
– 5 minutes.
4Empty bottle
through teat –
do not drink
5Repeat steps
3 & 4, repeat
twice.
6Fill, pump, and
drink™.
3Pump 4 times.
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Contents
4 Using your LIFESAVER®jerrycan
5 Technical Information
6 Priming the cartridge
6 Drinking from the jerrycan
7 Before undertaking any trip
8 Instructions for routine use
8 Choosing your water source
9 Maintenance and Care of your
LIFESAVER®jerrycan
10 Front-side washing at home & in the field
12 Installing / changing the UF cartridge
13 Replacing the activated carbon filter
14 Maintaining the pump
15 FAILSAFE™ Technology
16 Membrane integrity check
17 Long term storage
17 Preventing ‘hardness salts’ build-up on filter
18 Frequently Asked Questions
19 Warranty

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Carry handle
Optional activated
carbon filter
Removable pump for easy
filling
Pump handle
Reinforced Filter
Sturdy base legs
Outlet with shower
connection
Ta p
Connection apertures for
bolting to vehicles etc.
15nm ultra filtration
membrane
Tap protection housing
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Performance and technical data
Minimum operating temperature >0 oC (32 oF)
Maximum operating temperature 50 oC (122 oF)
Minimum storage temperature -10 oC* (14 oF)
Maximum storage temperature 50 oC (122 oF)
Initial flow rate 2L/[email protected] Bar¹
Cartridge service rating 10,000 litres (2650 US gallons)
MWCO 200KDa – on dextranes
Bacteria retention >99.999995 % (log 7.5)2
Virus retention >99.999 % (log5)3
Chemical reduction Optional Activated Carbon Disc available to
reduce chemical residues, inc; pesticides,
endocrine disrupting compounds, medical
residues and heavy metals
LIFESAVER®jerrycan US compliance EPA - US National Primary Drinking Water
Regulations under the Safe Drinking Water
Act 93-523
LIFESAVER®jerrycan UK compliance Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2000
LIFESAVER®jerrycan EU compliance European Drinking Water Directive Council
Directive 98/83/EC
LIFESAVER®jerrycan WHO compliance Guidelines for Drinking-water Quality First
Addendum 3rd Edition
Membrane approvals/compliances CE, EPA, NSF, WHO, WRAS, DVGW, KIWA,
KTW, LSHTM
Dry weight of jerrycan inc. cartridge 3.9kg (approx. 137 oz)
Jerrycan storage capacity 18.5L (39.09 US pints, 625.44 US oz)
1Flow rates and capacity depend on the quality of the feed water
2Tested by London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine using
Escherichia coli NCTC 10418 in accordance with the Protocol
for Microbiological Water Purifiers in accordance with US
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines.
3Tested by London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine using Poliovirus Type 1
(Sabin vaccine strain) in accordance with the Protocol for Microbiological Water
Purifiers in accordance with US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines.
* After first use the product should be protected against freezing
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FIRST TIME USE:
Priming the cartridge
In order to use LIFESAVER®jerrycan you
must first prime the UF cartridge which is
supplied pre-installed.
To prime the UF cartridge:
• Ensure the tap cap is rmly tightened.
• Ensure the tap is in the open position.
• Unscrew the pump cap and remove the
pump.
• Fill to the top with tap water, camp
water or water from any other clean
source.
• Screw pump rmly back into place.
• Allow to stand for 5 minutes.
• Push pump handle down slightly and
turn anti-clockwise to unlock.
• Pump several times until water starts
to flow.*
• Discard the rst 2 litres of water.**
• Your LIFESAVER®jerrycan is now ready
to use.
When priming you may notice the water
takes a while to come through. This is
normal and part of the priming process.
After 3-4 litres, the water will flow freely.
Drinking from the LIFESAVER®
jerrycan
Having primed the cartridge, refill your
LIFESAVER® jerrycan and familiarise
yourself with it. The LIFESAVER® jerrycan
is designed to remain pressurised. When
pressurised you can turn the tap on and
off and water will flow.
Refilling your LIFESAVER®jerrycan
This is a straight forward exercise but
you should be careful when filling not to
contaminate the tap. Remember always fill
from the cleanest water source available.
CAUTION
*DO NOT over pump your
LIFESAVER®jerrycan. It is effectively
a pressurised vessel and should
be handled with caution. You will
discover in a very short time that
only a few pumps are needed to
induce water flow. If you require
an increased flow rate then more
pumping will be required. The
jerrycan may remain pressurised
when not in use. This means that
you can turn the tap on and off
several times without having to
re-pressurise the jerrycan.
USING YOUR JERRYCAN
ACTIVATED CARBON PRIMING
You may notice on priming the
cartridge that the water contains
grey/black particles. This is simply
harmless carbon dust from the
activated carbon filter and once
the cartridge has been flushed
through a couple of times, this will
disappear.
GLYCERINE
** In order to maintain the
quality of the membranes after
manufacture a small amount of
glycerine is used to coat their
surface. Priming the cartridge
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ANYWAY®technology
LIFESAVER®jerrycan has been
designed to work at any angle 1
and on any axis. It incorporates
ANYWAY®technology. This means
that in effect it will work in any
position. When the level of the
water in the jerrycan gets low,
turning it on its side 2will improve
the flow rate.
Transport
When taking your LIFESAVER®jerrycan on
an aeroplane ensure that it is completely
drained of water and that it is packed
securely within your luggage. Protect from
freezing. Ensure that the jerrycan is de-
pressurised before your trip.
Before you undertake any trip…
It is important that you follow these few
simple steps:
• Ensure that the cartridge is correctly
and firmly in place. (‘How to install or
replace a LIFESAVER®jerrycan UF
cartridge’ - page 12)
• Check the pump is working smoothly
and add a small amount of silicone
grease (provided) to the piston head as
required. (‘Maintenance and care’ -
page 9) Failure to do this will result in
the premature wearing of the o-ring.
• Perform a membrane integrity check.
(Membrane integrity check - page 16)
• If you think that the area you are visiting
may have chemical contamination in
the water you should install a
LIFESAVER®activated carbon tap
before your trip. This will avoid the risk
of performing this operation in the field.
CAUTION
Always keep the tap cap firmly
screwed on when in the field.
CAUTION
DO NOT remove cap unless
changing the activated carbon
filter tap or the LIFESAVER®
cartridge and then only after
following instructions (How to
install or replace a LIFESAVER®
jerrycan UF cartridge - page 12).
CAUTION
When removing the pump
unscrew ¼ turn and allow any
pressurised air still within the
jerrycan to escape. Failure to do
this could result in the pump being
forced out of the jerrycan at speed
and could cause serious injury.
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Instructions for routine use
Once you are familiar with your
LIFESAVER®jerrycan, the instructions are
simple. FILL•PUMP•DRINK™
Unscrew and remove the
pump.• Fill to the top with
water.
Screw pump cap firmly back
into place.
Ensure the tap is in the closed
position.
Push pump handle down
slightly and turn anti-clockwise
to unlock.
Pump several times.* (If
jerrycan is full you will only need
a few pumps to pressurise it)
Push pump handle down and
turn clockwise to lock.
Turn tap on and water will flow.
Turn tap off when finished.
Choosing your water source
Always choose the cleanest water source
available. LIFESAVER®jerrycan will work
with high turbidity water though the dirtier
the water, the quicker the cartridge will
expire.
CAUTION
Do not allow grit, sand or other
abrasive matter to enter the
jerrycan. If this happens it should
be removed.
USING YOUR JERRYCAN
NOTICE
The LIFESAVER®jerrycan is
designed to collect small
amounts of particulate matter at
its base. This along with a small
amount of water will remain at the
bottom of the jerrycan and will
not pass through the filter. This
is designed to prolong the life of
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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
The unique ultra filtration membranes
used in the LIFESAVER®jerrycan have
been developed to deliver a high volume
throughput at very low pressures. The
capacity of your LIFESAVER®cartridge will
depend on the water quality.
LIFESAVER®jerrycan is designed
to filter water only. It is not designed
for filtering sugared or carbonated
drinks, alcohol or any other liquids.
LIFESAVER®jerrycan will not filter
out salts.
LIFESAVER®jerrycan has a long
shelf life. It can be stored unused
for up to 3 years. Once the jerrycan
has been used, the cartridge will
last up to a further 2 years
dependent upon usage conditions.
Damage
If you suspect the cartridge has been
damaged in some way perform a
Membrane Integrity Check (page 16)
If it fails then replace the cartridge
following the instructions on (page 12 -
How to install or replace a LIFESAVER
UF cartridge).
CAUTION
DO NOT subject the LIFESAVER®
jerrycan/cartridge to shock or
other misuse such as inserting
objects into the cartridge or
mishandling.
CAUTION
DO NOT fill the LIFESAVER®
jerrycan with any liquids other
than water as this will cause
irreparable damage and in any
event will void your warranty.
CAUTION
DO NOT use detergents or other
cleaning agents to clean your
LIFESAVER®jerrycan/cartridge
except where specified.
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Front-side washing LIFESAVER®
jerrycan
Over the life of the membranes particulate
matter will build up on its surface. The
filter cartridge’s unique design induces
particulate matter to form a caking layer
on its external surfaces. To reduce this
build-up you should perform a front-side
wash on a regular basis.
To perform a front-side wash:
In the field
With the tap in the closed position
remove the pump. Fill with 2- 3 litres of
the cleanest water available and gently
swill out any debris that has collected at
the bottom of the jerrycan. Now fill the
jerrycan ½ full with the cleanest water
available. Gently swill the water around for
a minute or two. Invert the jerrycan several
times. Empty and repeat as necessary.
It is always a good idea to keep the
membranes as free from particulate
matter as possible.
CAUTION
DO NOT attempt to touch
the membranes through the
protective mesh as this could
cause damage and will void your
warranty.
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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
At home
• Empty the jerrycan of water.
• Unscrew and remove the tap cap and
tap.
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• Remove the lter from the jerrycan and
remove the rubber o-ring (keep the o-ring
clean and safe).
• Put the protective cap provided over the
end of the cartridge, after removing the
o-ring
2(THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT
as it prevents contaminated water from
entering the clean water area within the
cartridge. If you fail to do this you risk
contaminating the safe water area of the
cartridge and the cartridge may need
to be replaced.)
• It is now safe to soak the cartridge in a
basin of water. By gently agitating the
water, dirt and other matter will be
dislodged from the surface of the
membranes. When washing keep one
hand on the protective cap to prevent it
from slipping off. 3
• Flush this water away and repeat several
times as necessary. You may use warm
(not hot) water for this process and you
may also run the tap over the cartridge.
• Leave the cartridge to drain for 1 hour.
• Re-assemble the jerrycan (Long term
storage - page 17)
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How to install a new LIFESAVER®
jerrycan UF cartridge
Before changing your cartridge, try front-
side washing first to remove particulate
matter (page 10). This may just extend the
life of your cartridge long enough to meet
your requirements.
As the LIFESAVER®jerrycan has been
designed for exceptional service life, it
is rare that you will need to change the
cartridge whilst in the field. However,
should it be necessary, it is very important
that you follow these instructions carefully:
• Empty the jerrycan of water.
• Unscrew & remove tap cap and tap.
• Remove the old cartridge 1and
discard it responsibly.
• Thoroughly clean the LIFESAVER®
jerrycan and pump by washing it with
mild washing up liquid in warm water
(use a soft cloth for this). Ensure that
all dirt is removed and the jerrycan is
thoroughly clean. Rinse thoroughly and
allow to dry.
• Remove the new LIFESAVER®jerrycan
UF cartridge from it’s packaging.
• Insert the new cartridge into the jerrycan.
• Insert the tap into the tap cap 2and
thread onto the jerrycan. 3Ensure that
the tap cap is tightened firmly.
• You now need to prime the cartridge.
(See page 6 for priming)
Your LIFESAVER®jerrycan is now ready
to use again.
If you are having problems
changing your cartridge, just
ring the LIFESAVER®Team on
[phone]
CAUTION
Changing your LIFESAVER®
cartridge in the field causes
a heightened risk of cross
contamination during cartridge
change over. Should you need
to replace your cartridge, ensure
you have clean, dry hands. Once
the expired cartridge is removed,
clean, disinfect and dry the
jerrycan before inserting the new
cartridge. This will reduce the
risk of cross contamination.
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Installing or replacing an activated
carbon filter tap
The activated carbon filter incorporated
into the tap housing is made of high
specification activated carbon which
reduces a broad spectrum of chemical
residues including pesticides, endocrine
disrupting compounds, medical residues
and heavy metals.
The activated carbon filter is incorporated
into the tap housing. This is not designed
to be removed. Attempting to do so will
damage the carbon.
• Empty the jerrycan of water. 1
• Unscrew & remove tap cap and tap. 2
• Insert your new activated carbon lter
tap into the tap cap and thread onto
the jerrycan. Ensure that the tap cap is
tightened firmly. 3
After any long trip and or when storing
LIFESAVER®jerrycan the activated
carbon tap filter should be removed and
discarded and replaced with the standard
tap provided. Only replace with a new
activated carbon filter tap immediately
before your next trip.
Activated Carbons
You only need to fit a LIFESAVER®
jerrycan activated carbon filter tap when
you suspect that the water may contain
chemical contamination. In most water
courses this is generally not the case.
Retain your original tap for future use.
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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Flow rate with carbon filter tap
To reduce chemical contamination within
the water it needs a contact time with
the activated carbon. With a carbon
filter tap fitted the flow of water will slow
significantly. This is normal.
Maintaining the pump
LIFESAVER®jerrycan’s pump
has been designed for high
workloads. The o-ring inside the
pump is designed to glide easily
up and down the tube. A small
amount of silicone grease should
be added to the o-ring of the pump
plunger from time to time.
To maintain the pump follow these
instructions:
• Unscrew the pump.
• With both thumbs push the threaded
cap upwards away from the pump
tube.
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• Remove the pump tube. 2
• Place a small amount of silicone grease
around the o-ring at the end of the
pump piston. 3
• Reassemble by locating the x shaped
guide pins into the holes in the pump
cap.
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TECHNOLOGY
FAILSAFE™ technology
There are several aspects of this
technology that increase the safety and
reliability of your LIFESAVER®jerrycan.
Auto Shut Off
As the LIFESAVER®cartridge nears the
end of its service life a greater and greater
number of pumps are required to induce
water to flow. There will come a point at
which despite continuous pumping water
does not flow. DO NOT confuse this with
the level of water getting low within the
jerrycan. Try changing the orientation as in
1& 2to improve the flow.
If changing the orientation does not
improve the flow and there is still plenty of
water in the jerrycan then this is the auto
shut off feature of FAILSAFE™ working.
Your cartridge has now expired and you
must now change it. Before changing
however, perform a front side wash as
the membranes may just be covered with
particulate matter. (Front-side washing -
page 10).
Integrity check
This integrity check should be performed
on a regular basis and every time the
jerrycan has been subjected to shock or
you suspect damage may have occurred
for any reason to the jerrycan or cartridge
membranes.
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Membrane integrity
The ultra filtration membranes used in
your LIFESAVER®jerrycan have been
precision engineered. They have been
integrated into a robust cartridge format
and have been designed for long service
life. If treated incorrectly or without care
they are liable to break. There are several
reasons why a membrane might break.
Membrane Integrity check
Your LIFESAVER®jerrycan has
been designed to work in the
vertical position or horizontal
position with the jerrycan tap
facing downward. Please refer
to drawing 1& 2on page 15. If
water does not flow freely despite
being ¼ full at these angles then
the membranes have become
damaged in someway. If the
membranes have been
compromised in anyway a large
amount of air will be expelled from
the tap rather than water. 3
You must stop using your jerrycan and
replace the cartridge immediately.
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Long term storage
If storing LIFESAVER®jerrycan for a
prolonged period of time (i.e. between
trips) you should always perform a front-
side wash. Ensure that no water remains
in the tap housing. You will need to
discard the activated carbon filter tap. It is
also advisable to sterilise the jerrycan. To
keep your LIFESAVER®jerrycan in tip top
condition you should flush through with
water on a regular basis. DO NOT allow
the filter to dry out.
Preventing ‘hardness salts’ build-up
on the filter.
In hard water areas calcium, magnesium
and other salts are in solution within the
water. They are perfectly normal. However
if you are storing your jerrycan for
prolonged periods it is important that it is
not left to dry out. If it does and the water
is from a hard water area then these salts
will come out of solution and crystallize on
and within the filter membrane. This will
significantly reduce the performance of
the membranes and in some cases cause
the membrane to stop working. You will
NOT be able to make a claim under your
warranty.
Before first use LIFESAVER®jerrycan
should be kept in a dry place. After first
use the product should be protected
against drying out and freezing.
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
URGENT CAUTION
After first use you must keep the
membranes wet. Failure to do so
will cause the nano-meter pores
to close up and the system will
shut down. This is not covered
under your warranty and you
will need to purchase another
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Contact Us
LIFESAVER®Systems Ltd
Hall Chase
London Road
Marks Tey
Colchester
CO6 1EH
UK
w: www.lifesaversystems.com
t: [phone]
e: [email protected]
Q. Could the LIFESAVER®jerrycan be
used to filter and drink urine?
A. You can filter urine with the
LIFESAVER®jerrycan and it will remove
all the microbiological contamination
however as there is a certain amount of
salt in urine the resulting water will
have a level of salt dissolved into it that
the LIFESAVER®jerrycan will not
remove. This will increase as the urine
is repeatedly filtered.
We suggest you could potentially
do this up to four times before
the salt levels become dangerous.
However it is recommended that you
seek alternate water sources before
using the LIFESAVER®jerrycan this
way.
Q. Does the LIFESAVER®jerrycan
filter sea water?
A. Yes. LIFESAVER®jerrycan will remove
all microbiological contamination from
sea water. However it does not filter the
salt from the sea water or any other
salts from water.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ’S
Q. Where do I purchase additional
cartridges?
A. Replacement cartridges and other
LIFESAVER®jerrycan consumables are
available from the dealer where you
purchased your LIFESAVER®jerrycan.
Alternatively go to our website
www.lifesaversystems.com and buy
online.
Q. Where do I dispose of spent
cartridges?
A. The cartridge is made of recyclable
plastic and should be disposed of at a
recycling centre. If this is not possible,
you can dispose of it in your normal
household waste.
Q. What are the dimensions of the
LIFESAVER®jerrycan?
A. LIFESAVER®jerrycan is approximately
470mm in height, 340mm in width and
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International Limited Warranty
Thanks again for purchasing LIFESAVER®jerrycan. If you have any questions
relating to this or any other product in our range please contact us via our website
where we will be more than happy to help.
LIFESAVER®jerrycan comes with a 2 year international warranty from the date of
purchase against defects in materials and workmanship. Should your LIFESAVER®
jerrycan prove defective within 2 years from the date of purchase you should return
it to the retailer that you originally purchased it from. LIFESAVER®systems will, at
its sole discretion, repair or replace the damaged item(s).
You should ensure that you retain your proof of purchase showing the date on
which you purchased your LIFESAVER®jerrycan. Without it we are unable to
offer warranty assistance. This International Limited Warranty does not affect your
statutory legal rights.
INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY
Q. Where can I get replacement parts?
A. LIFESAVER®jerrycan has been
engineered so that all parts are
replaceable. Please go to the dealer
where you purchased your
LIFESAVER®jerrycan.
Alternatively go to our website
wwwlifesaversystems.com and buy
online.
Q. The pumping action has become
stiff
A. The most likely reason for this is a lack
of silicone grease in the pump tube
(maintaining the pump - page 16).
For a list of these and other frequently
asked questions please visit our website
www.lifesaversystems.com.
Q. Does the LIFESAVER®jerrycan
come with activated carbon filters?
A. The LIFESAVER®activated carbon filters
are available to be brought separately,
and can be used in conjunction with
the LIFESAVER®jerrycan 10,000UF
and 20,000UF. They are made of high
specification activated carbon block
which reduces a broad spectrum of
chemical residues including pesticides,
endocrine, disrupting compounds,
medical residues and heavy metals
such as lead and copper. It also
eliminates bad tastes and odours from
contaminates such as chlorine and
sulphur. Each LIFESAVER®jerrycan
activated carbon lasts 500L of water.
Q. I am pumping but no water is
coming out
A. Your cartridge may have expired or may
require a front-side wash (page 9).

DISCLAIMER:
The information and data contained in this document are based on our general
experience and are believed to be correct. They are given in good faith and are
intended to provide a guideline for the selection and use of our products. Since
the conditions under which our product may be used are beyond our control, this
information does not imply any guarantee of final product performance and we cannot
accept any liability with respect to the use of our products. The quality of our products
is guaranteed under our conditions of sale. Existing industrial property rights must be
observed.
© 2007-2013 LIFESAVER®systems. All Rights Reserved. Patents registered designs
Pending and granted. LIFESAVER® is a registered trade mark. The following are
trademarks of the LIFESAVER® group of companies :- FOR A HOSTILE WORLD™,
FILL•PUMP•DRINK™ and FAILSAFE™.
All details given on and in this manual are believed to be correct at the time of going
to press. We reserve the right to make improvements and/or modifications to the
equipment herein.
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