Tips for Safe Use
Ultra is intended for use, and is most effective in clear water but
can also be used to treat turbid, murky or cloudy water in an
emergency. By doubling treatment time (treating the volume of
water twice), Ultra can treat water that might be described as:
“much closer to clear than opaque,” “obviously not clear,”
“obviously cloudy,” “objects viewed through the water are visible
but blurry,” or “as cloudy as weak lemonade.”
If the water is less
clear, filter it first with the
Steripen®
PreFilter, FitsAll Filter
®
or other
method for best UV purification results.
Ultra is not designed to treat volumes of water larger than one
liter. If more than one liter needs treatment, the water should be
divided into
½
liter and one liter volumes and treated
separately.
When operating properly,
the UV lamp will emit visible light as
well as UV light. If the lamp is not emitting visible light, it is not
functioning properly and should not be used until it has been
repaired.
Agitation of water by stirring Ultra or rocking the container is
necessary, as it promotes uniform purification.
Ultra is not intended to purify water above the surface of the
water in the container, such as droplets on the sides of the
container.
Ultra is not intended to purify surfaces of a drinking container,
like the mouth of the bottle. Be certain that you always wipe the
bottle’s mouth with a clean, dry cloth before drinking.
Ultra may be used in glass, plastic, ceramic or metal containers,
as they all absorb or reflect UV light, thereby shielding the user
from UV exposure.
Ultra is not intended for use by children.
Ultra is a high voltage device. Removal or tampering with the
electronic circuit board or lamp assembly may cause injury, or
damage. Do not open, expose, modify or touch internal
circuitry; doing so can lead to high voltage shock.
Do not attempt to bypass water sensor; it is an important safety
feature.
As with other fluorescent-type lamps, Ultra contains a small
amount of mercury. At the end of its life, please dispose of Ultra
properly. For specific instsructions contact your local waste
disposal organization.
Ultra is not intended to treat liquids other than water. Do not
use in water with ice. Do not use in water above 120°F/49°C.
Do not use UV lamp as a light source.
Do not use near skin, eyes or insert into bodily orifices.
As with any other water treatment system, always have a
backup method.
While carefully controlled microbiological testing of all Steripen
products has been conducted, use of all Steripen products in
the field may produce results that vary from our laboratory test
data.
Do not use in any manner other than instructed in this User’s
Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get in touch! We are always happy to hear from you:
visit
www.steripen.com
or call
1-888-826-6234
.
Is it bad if I unplug Ultra before charging is
complete?
No. You will not damage Ultra’s circuitry or memory
by unplugging it before its charging cycle is
complete.
How many treatments can I expect to get out of a
fully charged battery?
Around 50 full-liter treatments.
What happens when I’ve used Ultra 8,000 times?
Ultra will display the sad face and crossed-out bulb
icon to indicate that your bulb has reached the end
of its life.
Ultra’s bulb is shining a purple, rather than blue light
- is it still working?
Yes. The visible light indicates that the bulb is
working regardless of its color.
Can I take Ultra on a plane?
Yes. Ultra and all Steripen products are allowed in
carry-on bags, as well as checked luggage.
Does altitude affect Ultra’s ability to purify water?
No. Steripen technology and product design have
been tested and used on Mount Everest for years.
Can I use Ultra to treat more than 1 liter at a time?
No, we do not recommend it. Ultra’s effectiveness is
ONLY tested and certified for volumes up to 1 liter.
What about parasites like worms and their eggs?
Does Ultra treat for them?
Due to animal testing restrictions, Ultra’s
effectiveness against such parasites has not
been certified.
Care & Cleaning
While Ultra’s battery compartment is designed to be
highly water-resistant, it is not water
proof.
Avoid
submerging Ultra’s USB end in water.
Make sure to dry Ultra after each use.
When not in use, Ultra should be kept in a safe place that
is clean and dry. It should not be exposed to
temperatures above 140°F/60°C or below -4°F/-20°C.
To clean Ultra, wash with a soft cloth and a mild soap
solution. Rinse soap from device and dry with a clean,
soft cloth.
When storing Ultra for prolonged periods, occassional
recharging (every 3–6 months) will help maintain good
battery health.
If Ultra’s bulb is cracked, chipped or damaged, don’t use
it. Email us at [email protected].
Do not try to fix it
yourself.
Steripen®
technology is patented in the USA with further U.S. patents
pending and patents pending worldwide.
Steripen®
is a registered
trademark of Katadyn North America, Inc. U.S. Patent Numbers
5,900,212; 6,110,424; 6,579,495; and 8,362,432.
Compliance testing of Steripen Ultra for the CE mark and BV logo
was successfully completed by Bureau Veritas.
Conforms to UL Std 61010-1
Certified to CSA Std C22.2 No. 61010-1
Water Quality Association:
Steripen®
tested and
Gold Seal certified by
WQA against U.S. EPA Microbiological Water
Purifier Standard.
Patented & Certified
Directions for Use 40 C.F.R. §156.10(i)(2)
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent
with its labeling.40 C.F.R. §156.10(i)(2)(ii)
Steripen®
exceeds U.S. EPA Guide Standard and Protocol for Testing
Microbiological Water Purifiers, destroying over 99.9999% of bacteria, 99.99%
of viruses, and 99.9% of protozoa when used as directed.
Steripen®
is not a
sterilizer.
3-year warranty for any manufacturing defect. For product registration and
complete warranty information, please visit www.steripen.com/warranty or
contact your local distributor.
While carefully controlled microbiological testing of Ultra has been
conducted, use in the field may produce results that vary from our laboratory
test data.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user authority
to operate the equipment under FCC rules.
The Fine Print
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