LifeStraw Personal: Your Guide to Safe Water

About the LifeStraw Personal

The LifeStraw Personal is a portable water filter designed to provide safe drinking water from natural sources. It effectively removes bacteria and protozoa, making water safe for consumption during outdoor activities, travel, or emergencies.

How to Use Your LifeStraw

• Prime: Submerge the filter in water for 20 seconds to prepare it.
• Sip: Open the top cap and take 5 quick, strong sips to start the water flow.
• Backwash: After drinking, blow air through the filter to keep it clean and prevent clogging. Close both caps when not in use.

For detailed long-term storage instructions, please visit www.lifestraw.com/howitworks.

Tips for Optimal Performance

• Always test your gear before heading out.
• If you experience a slow flow rate, blow air through the mouthpiece to clear any potential air bubbles in the membrane.
• Note: The LifeStraw will no longer filter water once it reaches the end of its lifespan. Difficulty sipping indicates it's time to replace the product.

Important Safety & Usage Guidelines

Caution: Drinking untreated water can expose you to harmful microorganisms, increasing the risk of gastrointestinal illness. Improper use of the LifeStraw also elevates this risk. Always follow safety instructions and educate yourself on backcountry water safety.

• Never use the LifeStraw to filter seawater or chemically contaminated water, including water from mining tailing ponds or near large agricultural operations.
• Rinse the bottle and top cap with safe water before first use.
• Do not drop or place pressure on the product, as this can damage the internal filtration mechanism.
• Children should use the LifeStraw under adult supervision.
• Avoid using the filter if the plastic is cracked.
• Do not expose the product to extreme heat (over 60°C/140°F) or freezing temperatures (below 0°C/32°F).

LifeStraw's Giving Back Program

LifeStraw is committed to social responsibility. A portion of the proceeds from every LifeStraw product purchased helps provide LifeStraw Community water purifiers to schools in developing countries. These funds also support essential health education and maintenance programs, ensuring sustained access to safe water for children.