Removes Giardia and other Amoeba by filtration without chemicals
Does not affect taste of water
Compatible with Replacement Filter #8802
Capacity: Up to 50 gallons
Flow Rate: 1 quart per minute (depending on water source clarity)
Weight: 6 oz
SKU: | 8800 |
Product Description
- This ultra-light unit provides protection against giardia, cryptosporidium and other organisms of equal size or larger such as ameba, tapeworm eggs, etc
- Filters particles and micro-organisms down to a nominal 1 micron level
- Replace filter when filtration becomes slow
- Can be used with a straw or pump
Instructions – With a Pump:
- Press fit 2′ tubing into the tapered hole in the top of the pump.
- Press fit pump onto top of filter.
- Immerse the filter in the water to be filtered and the end of the 2′ tubing into container for purified water.
- Pull the plunger on the pump up, pulling water up through the filter. Push down on the plunger forcing water through the tubing and into the container.
- Continue the above action until the desired amount of water has be filtered. Pumping rate should not exceed 1 quart in 1.5 minutes (a comfortable rate).
- Vertical operation of the pump is preferred so that the ball check valves operate properly.
Instructions – With a Straw:
- Remove 1.5″ tube from filter.
- Attach furnished 6″ tube to outlet on the topside of the filter.
- Immerse the filter in a container of stream water and drink through the tube the same way you would a straw.