LongTerm Storage (After Your Trip is Over)
Store the Combi filter as follows:
1) Remove and clean the ceramic element by brushing with the supplied cleaning pad. Allow
to airdry completely.
2) Rinse the filter housing and remove any dirt.
3) Lubricate the orings with silicone lubricant.
4) Reassemble the filter.
5) Store Combi, hose and accessories in the carry bag.
Note:
When removing unit from longterm storage, flush the system with one litre of water to
remove any stale tasting water.
Ceramic Capacity
Ceramic capacity depends on water quality. The dirtier the water the more often you will have to
clean the element. This reduces the capacity of approx. 13,000 gallons (50,000 litres). If the gap
of the measuring gauge fits over the ceramic it is time to replace the filter. (Figure 23) Inspect the
ceramic for cracks after cleaning, if you dropped the filter or if you had freezing temperatures. If
the filter shows cracks it will no longer protect you from microorganisms.
Ceramic Installation
Replacement filter elements are available from the dealer where you purchased your Katadyn
Combi.
1) Remove ceramic element by turning the filter base at lower end of housing counter clockwise
one quarter turn (the bottom end of the bottle adaptor may be used to aid turning).
Attention:
The filter housing can be under pressure unfiltered water can splash out while
taking out the ceramic element.
2) Remove new ceramic element from packaging.
3) Insert the new ceramic element into the housing. Push turn clockwise one quarter turn.
4) Flush ceramic element by pumping and discarding the first litre.
Activated Carbon Capacity
Activated Carbon capacity depends on water quality. Normal capacity of carbon is 50 gallons
(200 litres) High chemical or odour concentration can reduce the capacity of the carbon. Replace
the carbon when you notice an unpleasant taste or odour after filtering or after 6 months of con
stant use –whichever comes first. Use the red button on the front side of the housing to keep track
of when the carbon needs to be changed. Use a coin to adjust to the adequate month.
