How to Clean a Camel Pack
Hydration is important while hiking, cycling or working outdoors. CamelBak manufactures a pack that holds a reservoir of water in a pack that fits onto your back like a backpack. You drink water through a special bite valve on the end of a tube that connects to the water reservoir. The CamelBak comes with a manufacturer's warranty, but you should thoroughly clean the pack after every use for best results.
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Instructions
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Remove the reservoir from the pack and empty any remaining water. Fill the reservoir with warm water and a small amount of liquid dish soap.
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Brush the inside of the reservoir gently with the baby bottle brush and dump water out. Brush the lid of the reservoir with soapy water as well.
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Rinse the reservoir with warm water until all traces of soap are gone. Rinse the lid.
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Remove the bite valve by twisting it loose. Thread the pipe cleaner through the drinking tube to gently remove residue or dirt. Rinse thoroughly.
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Hang the reservoir upside down to dry. Leave the lid off the reservoir until completely dry.
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Soak the reservoir and drinking tube overnight in a solution of warm water and 2 tsp. bleach if mild soap isn't effective. Rinse thoroughly to remove all bleach residue.
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Wash the fabric backpack by hand in a sink of warm, soapy water. Soak for 30 minutes if needed, and brush gently to remove stains. Rinse thoroughly with cool water and gently press water out with a towel. Hang to dry.
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Tips & Warnings
CamelBak sells cleansing tablets that may be used instead of dish washing soap. Clean your CamelBak immediately after use to avoid mildew. Use the pack only with water; sugary drinks will be more difficult to remove completely from the pack and are more likely to introduce bacterial growth.
Do not wash the back pack in a washing machine; this will void the warranty. Do not use harsh chemicals to clean the reservoir and drinking tube; these can damage the lining.
