The MSR Guardian Portable Water Purifier is the ultimate solution for purifying the toughest back - country water sources. Originally crafted for military squads, it now serves global travelers, back - country adventurers, and those preparing emergency kits. This pump purifier is incredibly fast and easy to operate, offering vital viral protection when you're in developing countries or popular wilderness areas. Its advanced hollow fiber filter can purify even the filthiest water. With long - lasting performance and a revolutionary self - cleaning feature, it might be the only water treatment device you'll ever need.
Details:
Ultimate Protection: It meets the NSF protocol P248, the testing standard of the U.S. military, to remove viruses, bacteria, protozoa, and sediment from the worst water conditions.
Fast & Easy: It pumps 2.5 liters per minute quickly, giving you viral protection without chemicals, bulbs, batteries, or waiting.
Self - Cleaning: The pump self - cleans with every stroke, ensuring a fast and consistent flow rate with no hassle. You'll never need to backflush or scrub the filter.
Long - Lasting: The leading - edge hollow fiber cartridge can treat over 10,000 liters of water.
Extremely Durable: Engineered to handle heavy use, freezing temperatures, drops from up to 6 feet onto concrete, and harsh environments.
Specifications:
Color: Smoke
Effective against protozoa: Yes
Effective against bacteria: Yes
Effective against particulate: Yes
Effective against chemicals/toxins: No
Effective against viruses: Yes
Weight: 490 g
Filter media: Advanced Hollow Fiber
Filter pore size (microns): 0.02
Flow (L/min): 2.5 liters per min
Cartridge life: 10,000+ liters
Field cleanable: Self - Cleaning
Field maintainable: Yes
Water Bottle Adapter: Yes
Cartridge replacement indicator: Yes
Country of Origin: Made in the U.S.A. of U.S. and Imported Materials
Using the MSR Guardian Portable Water Purifier is a breeze. First, find a water source, even if it looks dirty. Connect the purifier to your water container or use the water bottle adapter if needed. Then, start pumping. The pump will self - clean with each stroke, so you don't have to worry about extra cleaning steps. It can pump 2.5 liters per minute, getting you clean water quickly.
When using it, make sure not to drop it from too high, although it can withstand drops from up to 6 feet onto concrete. Also, remember that it's not effective against chemicals and toxins, so avoid using it in water sources that might be contaminated with such substances.
For maintenance, you don't need to do much because of its self - cleaning feature. However, check the cartridge replacement indicator regularly. Once it shows that the cartridge needs to be replaced, do it right away to ensure the purifier works effectively. The cartridge can treat over 10,000 liters of water, so you won't need to replace it very often. Keep it in a dry place when not in use to extend its lifespan.
