Although we now have lightweight hip flasks for those who enjoy the 'spirit' of outdoor life, there are also those who enjoy a refined glass of wine with their dried meal after a long day in the fresh air. HOW DO I CLEAN MY PLATYPUS OR NALGENE BOTTLE? Use hot, soapy water and rinse thoroughly with hot water. It is best if you use a bottle brush to reach into the seams of the Platypus and the threads of both the Platypus and Nalgene bottle. For tough cleaning jobs, add 1/4 cup of baking soda to 3/4 cup of water (double for larger containers) and shake for 30 seconds. Add 1/4cup lemon juice, shake 10 seconds, and vent by loosening cap away from face. Repeat shaking and venting three times. Expel as much air as possible, cap bottle, and allow to soak 20 minutes. Rinse three times with hot water. Caution: When adding lemon juice to baking soda, effervescence occurs and will cause pressure to build in a capped Platypus or Nalgene bottle. HOW DO I DRY MY PLATYPUS OR NALGENE BOTTLE? Platypus bottles and Hoser reservoirs can be dried by blowing a little air into them and letting them stand uncapped until the water evaporates. Big Zip reservoirs are easily dried with a dishtowel through the large opening. You can also prop them open with a spoon or other utensil and let them air dry. FOR BEST RESULTS IN HYGIENE AND WATER TASTE, DO AIR DRY YOUR WATER CONTAINERS BETWEEN USES!
You can put a variety of beverages in your Platypus or Nalgene bottles and reservoirs. Just make sure you clean it thoroughly after each use to prevent bacteria from growing in the reservoir and/or tube. ALSO NOTE: IF YOU USE YOUR BOTTLE FOR BEVERAGES OTHER THAN WATER, IT MUST GO UP IN THE BEAR BAG WHEN MAKING CAMP. This greatly increases the weight of the bear bags. Therefore, we will generally insist that bottles are empty before going into the bear bag.
To disinfect platy add one ounce of unscented household bleach (such as Clorox Regular or Clorox Ultra) to one liter of clean water. Mix for 10 seconds. Fill Platypus or Nalgene and drinking tube, if you are using a hydration pack version, with solution and leave filled over night. Rinse thoroughly and air dry.
Lay Platypus in a pot and keep mostly covered with water. Make sure that the Platypus is not resting on the bottom or sides of the pot. Also, do not cover the pot when boiling. Watch your Platypus for pressure building up in the bottle if water insideis boiling. Do not microwave your Platypus. You can fill a Nalgene bottle with boiling water and then empty. Dip the cap and threaded portion of the bottle into boiling water. How to Clean a PlatyPreserve:
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07 February 2022 | Stephen I bought this to replace one that I have had for many years. Very lightweight way of carrying a bottle of wine on long distance walks. Rinse it out after use, bung it in the freezer to keep out the mould and it will last you many years also. 1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
24 July 2015 | Bob It's a platypus but with a wine-y outer, colourful, so you don't confuse it with your water with disasterous but hilarious results... Nice. This review has not been appraised.
20 November 2014 | Jo I bought a couple of these, one for myself and one as a present. This review has not been appraised.
20 January 2014 | Susanne Great product and lovely touch inside delivery. Thanks a lot! This review has not been appraised.
16 December 2013 | Richard Good for carrying water too! Effectively keeps the air out when filled with wine. 1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
21 May 2013 | Philip Excellent service, as ever. 1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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