Hiker Water Microfilter
(Model #8013629 or 8014531)
Hiker Replacement Cartridge
(Model #8013630 or #8014644)
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When You Travel Abroad, Camp or
Backpack…
…you run a risk of illness ranging from the inconvenience and discomfort of diarrhea to
moreserious illnesses caused by protozoan cysts (i.e., Giardia, Cryptosporidium), viruses
and bacteria.
The microorganisms that cause these diseases are often found in the food and water you
consume. Lakes, streams and the local water supply may be contaminated.
To minimize the risk of contracting these illnesses, we suggest that you consult with your
physician, state health department or travelers’ clinic 4-6 weeks before you depart.
And while you are traveling…
• Make sure that prepared food is thoroughly cooked.
• Select non-cooked foods (fruits, nuts, etc.) that have intact shells or skins,
and clean your hands before peeling the food.
• Wash your hands with soap and water thoroughly and often, especially
before you eat. Filter all drinking water with your Katadyn Hiker Water Microfilter.
The Katadyn Hiker Microfilter is an essential piece of outdoor equipment. We hope it makes
your outdoor experience more enjoyable. For questions or suggestions, please contact us at
1-800-755-6701.
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Long-Term Storage (After Your Trip Is Over)
Disinfect your microfilter before storage to prevent microbiological growth within the pump.
1) Fill a liter container with tap water and add 2 tablets of Micropur Forte (if not
available use 2 tablespoons of ordinary household bleach).
2) Place prefilter into solution.
3) Pump entire amount of solution through unit (into sink or container).
4) Remove prefilter from the solution and continue pumping another 5 to 10 strokes to
remove remaining water from the pump body and hoses.
5) Remove cartridge and allow to dry.
6) Wrap hoses around body and store in carry bag.
Note: When removing unit from long-term storage, flush the system with one liter of water
to remove any stale tasting water.
Cartridge Capacity
Cartridge capacity depends on water quality. The Katadyn Hiker was tested at 750 liters
and found effective for removal of bacteria (Klebsiella terrigena) and protozoan cysts
(Giardia and Cryptosporidium). For maximum performance, cartridge should be replaced
after 750 liters or when the unit becomes hard to pump.
Cartridge Installation
Replacement cartridges are available from the dealer where you purchased your Katadyn
Hiker.
1) Remove output hose from cartridge output barb. Grasp the top of the Hiker cartridge
and turn counter clockwise. If cartridge removal is not possible by hand, the handle
shaft will function as a cartridge removal tool: Remove the handle collar and handle.
Locate one of the deep grooves on either side of the handle shaft. Lay the handle across
the filter top and insert two of the “fins” on top of the filter into one of the groves of the
handle shaft. Hold the handle shaft in place firmly with the palm of your hand. Using
the handle shaft for leverage, apply even pressure and gradually turn the cartridge
counter clockwise. Use caution so that handle shaft does not slip and cause damage.
Discard used cartridge in trash receptacle.
2) Rinse inside of Hiker housing by swishing with clear water (non-filtered water is ok).
Discard water. Wipe inside of housing and housing threads with soft cloth to remove
sediment.
3) Remove new cartridge from packaging.
4) Insert new cartridge into housing and tighten clockwise. Note - Apply silicone lubricant
to cartridge o-ring before re-assembly to ease cartridge removal in the future.
5) Re-attach output hose to cartridge output barb. (Figure 1-1)
6) Flush cartridge by pumping and discarding the first liter.
Limited Warranty
Your Katadyn Hiker Microfilter is warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase
against defects in materials and workmanship. Should your Katadyn Hiker prove defective
within one year from the date of purchase, return it to the Katadyn retailer from whom it
was purchased. If you do not receive a satisfactory resolution, contact Katadyn Consumer
Relations at 1-800-755-6701 for service assistance. Katadyn, at its discretion, will replace
or repair the damaged item. Please retain your purchase receipt as proof of date purchased.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other legal rights which vary
from state to state.
Contact North America:
Katadyn North America Inc.
6325 Sandburg Road
Minneapolis, MN 55427 / USA
1-800-755-6701
[email protected] / www.katadyn.com
Contact International:
Katadyn Products Inc.
Birkenweg 4
8304 Wallisellen / Switzerland
[email protected] / www.katadyn.ch
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