Protozoa, including Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Cyclospora, and
Entamoeba histolytica
Bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium perfringens,
Campylobacter, Salmonella, Shigella and E. coli
Organic chemicals, including herbicides, pesticides, diesel fuel,
chlorine and toxic chemicals
Viruses, including those that cause polio and Hepatitis A
Aesthetic Contaminants, foul taste. odor, color
First Need XL Specifications
Weight
16 oz (445 gm)
Micron Retention
0.1 nominal (0.4 absolute)
Average Flow Rate
value2.0 qt/min (2.0 lts/min)
Average Canister Capacity*
150 gallons (1200 pints)
Dimensions
6.25" × 4.9" × 2.8"
Tube w/Prefilter Length
36"
Temperature Range
33oF - 100oF (0.5oC - 38oC)
*Performance may vary according to influent water quality
Ergonomic palm-molded handle extended to it's
maximum.
The filter cartridge is easily removed for
replacing by taking silver pin out of pump.
Close-up view of the adjustable float and prefilter.
Close-up of the output nipple of the purifier
cartridge with "Direct Connect", an outer thread which measures
63mm and fits Nalgene wide mouth bottles and an inner 53mm thread which
fits other popular trail bottles. (additional adapters sold separately)
First Need XL Features
Fast Flow Rate
Lightweight Compact
No Hold Time
No Double Pumping
"Hands-Free" Gravity Kit
Indicates End of Capacity
All Natural Purification - No Chemicals
Canisters are interchangeable with older Deluxe units
"Hands-Free" Gravity Kit
The General Ecology First Need Deluxe water filter and
purifier can be directly attached to a Nalgene wide mouth bottle (not
included -bottles which measure 63mm on the outside of the opening and
53mm on the inside of the opening) as shown in the blue diagram at left.
The filter and purifier can be fed from a stream
or, using the included "Hands Free" water bag, gravity
fed by hanging the bag as pictured in the color photo insert
at left.
