platypus META Instruction Manual

WARNING
BIOLOGICAL HAZARD
There are hazards associated with backcountry travel and the use of water
filters. Drinking untreated water may expose you to harmful microorganisms
and increase your risk of gastrointestinal illness. Using this filter improperly
increases your risk of exposure to harmful microorganisms and increases your
risk of gastrointestinal illness. Reduce your chances of becoming sick by following
the warnings and instructions in this manual and educating yourself on
backcountry water safety.
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF THOSE IN
YOUR GROUP. PLEASE USE GOOD JUDGMENT.
Never use the Meta Bottle + Microfilter to filter seawater or chemically
contaminated water, such as water from mining tailing ponds or near large agri-
cultural operations. The Meta Bottle + Microfilter does not make drinkable water
from these sources and does not remove all viruses, chemicals and
radioactive materials, or particles smaller than 0.2 microns.
Keep the Microfilter and other potentially contaminated parts away from filtered
water to prevent cross contamination.
READ, UNDERSTAND, AND FOLLOW ALL instructions and warnings in this
manual before using this filter. Failure to follow warnings and instructions may
result in gastrointestinal illness.
IMPORTANT
Read and understand this entire manual carefully before assembling or using this water
filter.
Keep this manual for future reference. If you do not understand this manual or have any
questions, please call Cascade Designs at 1.800.531.9531.
For other concerns or questions, please see our FAQs online at www.platy.com/FAQ, or
call Customer Service at 1.800.531.9531
LIMITED WARRANTY/LIMITATIONS OF REMEDIES AND LIABILITY
USA and Canada
Limited Warranty. Cascade Designs, Inc. ("Cascade"), to the original owner ("Owner"), under intended use and mainte-
nance, warrants the enclosed product ("Product") to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the life of the
Product. No warranty against defects in materials and workmanship will apply if Product is (i) altered in any way, (ii) used for pur-
poses inconsistent with Product's intended purpose or design, or (iii) improperly maintained. Warranty will furthermore be voided
where Owner/user (i) failed to follow Product instructions or warnings or (ii) subjected Product to misuse, abuse, or neglect.
During the warranty period, original Product parts determined by Cascade to be defective in materials or workmanship will
be repaired or replaced as Owner's sole remedy. Cascade reserves the right to replace any discontinued product with a new
product of comparable value and function. A returned product deemed irreparable becomes the property of Cascade and will
not be returned.
EXCLUDING THE LIMITED WARRANTY PROVIDED ABOVE, CASCADE, ITS AFFILIATES AND THEIR SUPPLIERS, TO THE MAXIMUM
EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MAKE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, DUTIES
AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER EXPRESSED, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, AGAINST LATENT DEFECTS, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, OR CORRESPONDENCE TO DESCRIPTION.
Warranty Service. To obtain service under this warranty, the warranty-eligible Product must be presented to a Cascade authorized
dealer. In the United States and Canada, warranty service may also be obtained by calling 1.800.531.9531 [M - F, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30
p.m., PDT]. Owner is responsible for all costs associated with returning Product to Cascade for service. Where at its sole discretion
Cascade deems Product eligible for warranty repair or replacement, Cascade will pay the shipping and handling associated with
returning repaired or replaced Product to Owner. In instances where Cascade deems a returned product ineligible for warranty
service, Cascade will, if possible, repair product for a reasonable charge that includes return shipping and handling. For warranty
return service details, please go to www.platypushydration.com.
Limitation of Remedies. Should a court of competent jurisdiction find the limited warranty set forth above breached, Cascade's
only obligation will be to, at its option, either repair or replace Product. Should the aforementioned remedy fail of its essential
purpose, Cascade will, in exchange for return of Product, refund to Owner Product's original purchase price.
THE FOREGOING REMEDY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER AGAINST CASCADE, ITS AFFILIATES AND
THEIR SUPPLIERS, REGARDLESS OF LEGAL THEORY.
Limitation of Liability. Cascade's, its affiliates' and their suppliers' maximum liability is limited to incidental damages not to exceed
the original purchase price of the Product. CASCADE, ITS AFFILIATES AND THEIR SUPPLIERS HEREBY DISCLAIM AND EXCLUDE ANY
LIABILITY FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY REASON WHATSOEVER. THIS EXCLUSION AND
LIMITATION APPLIES TO ALL LEGAL THEORIES UNDER WHICH DAMAGES MAY BE SOUGHT, AND WILL APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY
FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
This limited warranty gives Owner specific legal rights; Owner may have additional rights, which may vary state to state.
Always completely follow safety, use, operation, and maintenance instructions for this or any other Cascade product.
European Union customer statutory rights are not affected.
For product service and information contact
Cascade Designs, Inc. Cascade Designs, Ltd.
4000 First Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98134 USA Dwyer Road, Midleton, County Cork, Ireland
1-800-531-9531 or 206-505-9500 (+353) 21-4621400
www.platy.com
TIPS
Water Storage and Dispensing Without Microfilter
After exposure to dirty or contaminated water, if using water bottle without
the Microfilter installed, the water bottle must be disinfected prior to use. See
instructions on disinfection.
Water Collection and Preparation
Use the cleanest, clearest water available.
Bring along a spare Microfilter, which can be purchased from a local Platypus
dealer or directly at www.platy.com.
When carrying or storing a Microfilter outside of the bottle, protect the
Microfilter from cross-contamination by using the Cleanside Cover.
To treat water with suspected waterborne viruses, use an approved disinfec-
tant. Follow the manufacturer's recommendation for its use. Information on
disinfectant use can be found on the Centers for Disease Control Web site:
www.CDC.gov.
SPECIFICATIONS
Bottle + Microfilter Replacement Microfilter
Contents Meta™ Bottle Microfilter Cartridge
+ Microfilter
Weight 8.5 oz. / 240 g 1.2 oz. / 35 g
Width 3.7 in. / 9.5 cm 2 in. / 5 cm
Length 9.4 in. / 24 cm 4.1 in. / 10.5 cm
Filter Media Hollow Fiber Hollow Fiber
Filter Pore Size 0.2 0.2
(microns)
Flow (L/min) Up to 2.0 Up to 2.0
Cartridge Life ~ 1,000 L ~ 1,000 L
Effective Against Yes Yes
Protozoa
Effective Against Yes Yes
Bacteria
Effective Against No No
Viruses
Storage Temperature Above 32 ° F / 0 C Above 32 ° F / 0 C
(Do Not Freeze) (Do Not Freeze)
SYSTEM INTEGRITY TEST
It is easy, and important, to periodically verify the integrity and effectiveness of
the Microfilter and Meta Bottle system. The system integrity test can be quickly
conducted in the field or at home. If the Microfilter has been dropped, or been
exposed to freezing temperatures, immediately perform this test to confirm
Microfilter integrity.
1. Fill the bottom half of the bottle and filter half of the water.
2. When half of the water remains, turn bottle upright while maintaining
squeezing pressure.
3. There should be a little water inside the drink spout; avoid letting the bottle
re-inflate (by maintaining squeezing pressure).
4. Increase squeezing pressure, look and listen for air bubbles steadily passing
through the top of the Microfilter port or Air Valve port inside the drink
spout.
5. Check:
Air does not pass through (NO bubbles) = Microfilter OK
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See or hear a steady stream of air bubbles = Microfilter or Air Valve is broken
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STOP! DO NOT USE MICROFILTER. REPLACE MICROFILTER.
Note: If during the System Integrity Check you see bubbles coming through
the Air Valve port, disassemble bottle and inspect the small round air valve for
any debris lodged beneath it on the side of the Microfilter. If you find debris,
remove it and perform the System Integrity Test again, steps 1 thru 5.
INSTRUCTION MANUALS
FR
La version en français du manuel est disponible sur la page du système
gourde Meta TM + microfiltre du site www.platy.com.
DE Für eine deutsche Version dieses Handbuchs siehe Meta Bottle +
TM
Mikrofilter auf www.platy.com.
JP 本取扱説明書の日本語版は、 Meta Bottle + Microfilter 製品ページを
TM
www.platy.com からご覧ください。
For product information and service contact
Cascade Designs, Inc.
4000 First Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98134 USA
1-800-531-9531 or 206-505-9500
www.platy.com
info@cascadedesigns.com
Printed on 50% Recycled (30% PCR) Paper. Processed Chlorine/Acid Free.
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