GeoPress Quickstart Guide

You're in the right place to quickly get adventure ready with your Grayl GeoPress® Bottle.

PULL APART WITH EASE

Grasp the Inner Press with one hand and the Outer Cup with the other, then pull apart. A quick twist helps to initiate separation.

FILL WITH DIRTY WATER

Scoop from a stream or lake, or fill from any bathroom sink or rustic hostel tap.

VENT THE CAP

Twist the SimpleVent® cap a half-turn to allow air to vent during filtration & purification process.

PRESS TO FILTER & PURIFY

Utilizing your body weight, press with steady downward force, palms on either side of the cap.

DRINK FILTERED & PURIFIED WATER

Ridiculously fast and easy; makes clean drinking water in ~8 seconds - anywhere!

NOTE: Actual "press time" will vary depending on water quality, cartridge lifespan, water temperature, and user ability.

EXTRA WATER STORAGE

Bring an extra bottle or hydration reservoir to store larger capacities of clean water.

DRINK-MIX READY

A Grayl Filter and the One-Way Valve transforms your bottle into a drink mix machine. Now you can use electrolytes, other drink mixes, and even beer inside your Grayl with a One-Way Silicone Valve (installed).

CLEANING AND STORING

CLEANING: All components should be washed regularly. Do not put any components into a dishwasher. Do not wash Cartridge with soap or any cleaning agents.

STORING: Perform a "dry press" with your Grayl by pressing without water in the bottle. Pour out excess water and remove cartridge. Remove One-Way Silicone Valve and allow Cartridge to air-dry thoroughly (depending on humidity it will take 2-4 days to completely dry). Hand wash all other parts including One-Way Silicone Valve with warm, soapy water. Reassemble unit to create air tight seal for storage. Cartridges can last up to three years after opening if cared for properly between uses.

CARTRIDGE REMOVAL

Firmly grasp the Inner Press. Rotate the cartridge counter-clockwise until it separates from the Inner Press.

VALVE REMOVAL

You may need to remove your valve to clean and dry it. Firmly pull the valve from it's seated position in the cartridge untill it is free.

CARTRIDGE INSTALL

Firmly grasp the Inner Press. Insert cartridge into the bottom of the Inner Press. Rotate the cartridge clockwise (righty tighty) until you feel it lock into place.