How easy is it to accidentally turn on the Camelbak UV light when it's being transported? How do you prevent it from happening?
1145779
I don't think it's that easy, but I believe it has a separate cap that can be used instead, once the water has been treated, and the cap with the light has it's own carrying case. My daughter is the one who used it for several months. She did not report ever having a problem with it turning on accidentally.
1145780
The previous 4 answers cover what I had to say. I traveled through Europe and Africa for 3 weeks and had no problems.
1145781
Hi there! I'm glad to answer you this question because it also came to my mind when I thought of buying this product.The cap with the UV light built on comes with a semi-hard cover that allows for easy and safe transport. I'd say it would be real hard to accidentally turn it on. Even if it were turned on nothing would happen but a simple waste of battery which is easily rechargeable but no further damage to either the cover or the product itself.For more information and other great products you can visit www.camelbak.com
1145782
I've never had it turn on accidentally. I just keep it in the neoprene pouch and it is fine. You have to push the button pretty hard to turn it on.
1145783
It is not that easy. Besides it comes with it's own case. Even if it starts somehow by accident it will turn off after it's 60 second cycle. So not to worry. Also just to have more piece of mind, carry it in a hard pack - maybe a small cardboard box.
1145784
that never happened to me. Especially if you keep it in the protected pouch. Plus it charges through a USB port so you can use any laptop or even a phone charger that you may carry with you.Hope that helps
1578704
Hi Andriw, the UV lamp seems to go off and on at its own interval. There is no way to control it yourself -- it will be on sometimes, and off others. However, you could take the bulb out if you don't want the lamp on.
1066352
I have never had that issue or seen such a light on the Osprey. Have you tried unplugging? In fact, I have never had any issues with it.
1836398
At times, yes. The UV light is on all the time... not just when the water is flowing through it so if no water has been used for awhile, it just sits in the tube getting UV rays and it gets warm. As soon as you run the water, it should cool down.
1335586
Like others said... When IN, the UV light is "On" It CAN be seen a wee bit through about the area of the middle of the grill if the room is somewhat dark, but UV light is harmful to eyes so don't be staring at it long. Note: Even if the UV button is "In" it only goes on if the fan is in run mode ( Low,med,high) If fan is "Off" the UV is off too.
1376077
The UV just stayed on with mine. Here's some great advice, if your place gets cold and you leave your place for the winter, just take the whole ispring with you don't leave it there.
1149528
If you turn the UV off (push the button) the blue UV light will turn off but will not have the UV function going while the light is off.
1138044
Yep. Keep it in my briefcase stored that way. I haven't left it on to see if it drains but I figure the "off" position on the switch is there for a reason.
1769185
I have not had any problems with this on our unit. Just push in the button firmly, and you should hear a "click", the green light will come on, and the blue dot light at the back of the unit (UV light) will stay on for about 90 seconds and then turn off.
342687
I put mine in the dishwasher and it gets it completely clean. since the hot temperatures of the dishwasher are hot, I know that my Camelbak is getting clean and sanitized. :) hope this helps
1138557
If you take the back cover off and pull the filter. Then turn the UV light on and off with the remote while looking in the cavity you will see the light go on and off. If you don't then the bulb is not working.
825442
The bottom twists off. It appears to be sealed very well. I have about 30 dives with this light (I have two, actually) without any issues. When I travel I actually give the bottom a half twist to make sure that they don't turn on accidentally. Works great. I really like this light. Great value for money.
1648811
There is some truth to this problem. The light mounts with a plastic strap that is tightened with a lever (think of a ski boot buckle). The problem is that the lever doesn't really stay tightened, and you have to push it back into place. However, I haven't noticed this loosening going over bumps, etc., it's just that at the end of a ride, you tighten the strap again. A minor design defect and not a big deal. I like the light.
1303326
Take an old shirt, rip it to shreads, and stuff the shreads in the plastic mount to fill the free room between the mount and handlebars. That's all I do. Place entire mount and cloth in your bag when removing the light so the mount doesn't get stolen.
2138674
The unit's charging light comes on in very low light, however, I don't think it is charging much in such conditions. There is a handle on the top of the unit through which, you could thread a strap to attach it to a pack pack.
1684866
The filter itself has quick connectors that let you unclip it from the hoses and rest of the unit. Unclip the filter and keep it in your sleeping bag. Maybe use a ziplock if there's a little water that may still find its way out.
1256677
Hi Ya. I've have a couple of issues with the on/off switch. But, I think it's because of the water proof casing and that I'm a little impatient sometimes. It'll start up as long as I press and hold the on/off button til the little green light lites up. Then it works great!!