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
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.
92658
On the side of the unit, near the top, there is a small grey pullout flap. Underneath that there is a switch to turn the UV bulb on and off
1339188
Its just like any Camelbak or other bladder. Best advice is to empty it, and if it's going to sit for a while, roll up some paper towels to keep the mouth open and "wick" the moisture out.
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.
395523
When you disconnect using the quick disconnect, the light blinks letting you know that the unit is not working. I wouldn't leave it that way for a long period of time as you are just wasting electricity. DO NOT remove clips from batt terminals when it is charging as a slight chance of explosion of hydrogen gasses could occur..
850501
I have ridden on wet roads and it has gotten plenty wet. I wouldn't take it scuba diving though. This is my favorite light. I turn it on even when riding in the daytime. I had one motorist slow down on a country road to tell me he saw me at least a mile back because of it. That was the whole idea! Each charge lasts a long time. I ride about 9 hours each week and charge it maybe every 6 weeks whether I need to or not.
1801686
When I opened the zipper case, the white light was already on, as well as three or four of the blue lights. My question is: Does it automatically turn itself on when it senses movement? Also, how do you turn it off when you're done, or will it automatically turn itself off?
1276877
I am assuming you are joking. In case you are serious, when it is in the Ionic Breeze Machine just don't set close to it or stare/look at the bulb when it is on. Other wise in my opinion not seriously dangerous for short periods of time like walking by it in a room etc.
1224692
The light is very easy to remove. It would need to be removed if it was to be left where someone might steal it. One just slips the large rubber band off the handlebar and undo the velcro strap for the battery and it is off. Less than 10 seconds.
1457588
YOu simply screw it off, turning the top counterclockwise. It may have created a vacuum and thus be hard to remove. It works great--no leaking in a backpack.
835307
You can't see it while in operation. You can, however, get a small glimpse of it if you take the right tank off the unit, and peak through the small water flow hole while in a dark room. You can see a faint glow through the hole. I've never seen it on the outside of the unit while in operation. The light is completely contained inside the unit. You might be able to get a glimpse of it if you really looked, as others have said below. I've not been able to see it on the outside at all. If you're worried about the UV light leaking, it isn't an issue.
161832
I cover my battery with a waterproof camelbak cover, I wrapped the power cable at the battery with electrical tape, and wrapped the power connection to front hub with electrical tape. In light rain this has worked ok. I also carry a waterproof handlebar "mitt" for heavy rain to protect the throttle area.
491857
this will absolutely not fit over the insulation of a camelbak tube (as is). i have the black climate control tube and it barely fits over the tube without insulation so you will definitely need some sort of modification. instead of filing away the inside of the clip for the tube (and possibly compromising the structural integrity of the clip) i just put it at the end of the tube before the bite valve and slid the insulation over it. the magnet is still fairly strong and i haven't had any issues with it.
1872966
The Bat Light is tight enough to be waterproof. Wouldn't worry about it. Hope this helps.
624389
I haven't had mine longer than a few months, but there is no need to turn it off after each use. You may wish to turn off if you are putting it away in your briefcase/backpack.
105309
hey there...i started out pugging and unplugging every night. At this point have gotten lazy and just leave it plugged in all the time! I just press the LOCKED button while I'm away at work so dogs don't hit any buttons. If you have the LED lights turned OFF than technically you are not using any electricity by leaving it on. Hasn't been a problem at all for me. hope this helps