LifeStraw Max | How do I run the backwash procedure for LifeStraw Max?
Regular backwashing flushes out contaminants from filter cartridges and helps to maintain the flow rate
When to backwash:
- Once a day or when you see a reduction in flow rate
- After pre-filter cleaning
- After any cartridge or filter replacement
- After long periods of non-use
How to backwash:
- Turn on the water source (hose) and turn the blue dial to the open position
- Rotate the gray backwash dial to each position for 30 seconds
- Switch the dark gray backwash dial to position 1 and wait 30 seconds. Then turn it to position 2, wait 30 seconds, and continue to do so until reaching position 0
- NOTE: Once you begin the backwash process, water will stop flowing from the tap. This is normal. During different rotations, water will flow out of the backwash hose. Once the dial is returned to position 0, water will resume flowing from the tap.
- Let water flow from the tap for up to 2 minutes and discard while in position 0
- Discard the first batch of water
- If water is very muddy OR if you notice a sweet taste after performing the backwash procedure, cycle through again
- Ready to use - Make sure the backwash dial is in position 0, and the drinking dial is switched open. Simply turn the drinking water dial to close position when finished using.