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LifeStraw Go Series | My LifeStraw Go Series water bottle is difficult to drink/ clogged.

If you are experiencing clogging or difficulty sipping before the end of your product’s filtration cycle, it is often related to trapped air, improper backwashing, cleaning, or storage. Follow the steps below to help restore flow. Reduced flow can ha

LifeStraw Home | Why is my Home filter clogged or flowing slowly?

If your Home filter is flowing slowly or seems clogged before the end of its filtration cycle, it is usually related to care, cleaning, storage, or trapped air bubbles. It is important to keep the membrane microfilter hydrated and prevent it from dry

LifeStraw Home | My new LifeStraw Home is filtering really slow. Is this normal?

When first setting up your Home pitcher or dispenser, the flow rate may be slow but should improve with time and usage. After the first three batches of water through the filters, the flow rate should be about 85-225ml per minute, or 1/3 of a cup to

LifeStraw Max | What should I do if I'm experiencing low flow rate or clogging with LifeStraw Max?

If you experience low flow rate or clogging, follow the below procedures:. Forgot how to run the backwash procedure? Check out our how-to video below. If you continue to experience little to no flow-rate, it may be time to replace your membrane ultra

LifeStraw Peak | What should I do if my LifeStraw Peak System becomes clogged?

This guidance applies to the following LifeStraw Peak Series products:. This guidance does not apply to the LifeStraw Peak Series Gravity Purifier. Slow flow is usually caused by one of the following:. Regular maintenance helps keep water flowing pro

LifeStraw Mission or Family- slow or no flow

The Mission or Family filter can be slow if the red or blue release valves are not inserted flush against the filter.  Check to make sure that the valve is clear by pulling it out and inspecting, then push the valve back in ensuring it is flush again