Frequently asked questions
The LARQ Bottle PureVis comes with a micro-USB charging cable.
The LARQ Bottle PureVis uses PureVis™ technology to clean your water and bottle at the touch of a button. The bottle intelligently turns on every 2 hours to clean the water you put inside as well as the inside of the bottle.
The UV-C wavelength emitted from the UV-C LED located in the LARQ Bottle PureVis Caps is optimized at the 270-275 nanometer spectrum to eliminate up to 99%* of bio-contaminants such as E. coli by breaking down their DNA before they have a chance to spread, improving the quality of your water. At the minimum, the LARQ Bottle PureVis should be filled with water that is clear to the eyes and does not contain any physical sediment as the UV-C LED will not remove these impurities from the water. The UV-C LED chip in the LARQ Bottle PureVis is smaller, more energy-efficient, non-toxic (mercury-free), and more economical compared to traditional Mercury-based UV technology.
*Based on elimination 99.8% of E.coli in a 20-second cycle for all LARQ Bottles.
The LARQ Bottle PureVis can be recharged via Micro-USB. It is located on the side of the cap. A charging cable is included with your LARQ Bottle PureVis.
Normal Mode is a 1-minute cleaning cycle and delivers 12 mJ/cm^2 of UVC to the water and the inner surface of the bottle. Tap the button on the cap once to activate the cycle. It’s the right choice for daily use if your water is from a trustworthy source.
In Adventure Mode, the LARQ Bottle PureVis delivers a higher dose of UVC: >30 mJ/cm^2. Activate this 3-minute cycle by double-tapping the button on the cap. It’s a good choice if you’re not sure about the quality of your water or you just want extra peace of mind.
Self-Cleaning Mode will activate every two hours from the last cleaning cycle for ten seconds (indicated by a blue breathing light). It is a very quick cycle, so it is easy to miss!
One charge lasts up to 1 month and conveniently recharges via MicroUSB. This is based on estimated usage of 3-4 cycles a day. Normal Mode lasts up to 4 weeks of use and Adventure Mode lasts up to 10-12 days of use. When your battery is low, your cap will blink yellow before and after a cleaning cycle to alert you to charge it!
To turn Travel Mode on, press and hold down the cap for 5 -10 seconds until you see a white light flash. To turn Travel Mode off and resume Self-Cleaning Mode, press and hold the cap for 5- 10 seconds until a white light turns on and flashes.
- Breathing green light
I'm charging! - Steady green light
I'm fully charged! - Breathing sky blue light
Normal Mode - Pulsing blue light
Adventure Mode - Pulsing orange light
Safety Mode (Will flash when activated outside the bottle or if the electronics are too hot.) - Steady yellow light
Low on battery. I will flash twice before and after a cleansing mode. - Red/Purple light
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The insulated LARQ Bottle PureVis will keep cold water chilled for up to 24 hours or hot for up to 12 hours.
The non-insulated LARQ Bottle PureVis is a lighter, single-walled bottle that will not keep beverages cold or hot, however, it can accommodate cold water and even be refrigerated. DO NOT put hot water into this bottle.
Both insulated LARQ Bottle PureVis and non-insulated LARQ Bottle Movement PureVis collections use the same cap and proprietary UV-C LED technology. The difference between them is in the design, water capacity, weight, and construction of the bottles.
The insulated LARQ Bottle PureVis features double-wall vacuum insulation that keeps your water hot for 12 hours and cold for 24 hours. It also features our two-tone proprietary powder coating and Red Dot award-winning design. Visit our LARQ Bottle PureVis page to learn more.
The non-insulated LARQ Bottle Movement PureVis is a lighter-weight bottle due to its single-wall construction–perfect for staying hydrated while backpacking or commuting–and features a silicone sleeve that protects the bottle from bumps and knicks (for the perpetually clumsy). Visit our LARQ Bottle PureVis page to learn more.
Ice is completely fine to use with the LARQ Bottle PureVis, and will not damage the bottle itself in any way. However, it may impact the efficiency of the UV-C LED since LARQ uses a line of sight technology and the ice may prohibit the UV-C LED from reaching certain areas of the bottle when solid.
The LARQ Bottle PureVis is designed as a self-cleaning bottle for water. We do not recommend using it for other beverages. If you do end up putting sugary drinks, tea, or coffee in your bottle, handwash it after each use with warm soapy water.
Yes! Our PureVis technology will eliminate up to 99%* of bio-contaminants such as E. coli from your water and bottle. It will not remove heavy metals or chemicals in the water. It will depend on the region that you are in as to which contaminants exist in the water, so it may be advised to take additional precautionary methods with any LARQ Bottle PureVis depending on the water source to ensure the safety of the water. We’d recommend filling up from a running stream with water that is clear to the eyes with no heavy sediments.
*Based on elimination 99.8% of E.coli in a 20-second cycle for all LARQ Bottles.
No, since the LARQ Bottle PureVis does not contain a filter, it does not remove physical impurities from the water. It uses PureVis technology to eliminate up to 99%* of bio-contaminants such as E. coli from your water and bottle. If you’re looking for portable filtration that removes chlorine and heavy metals, check out our LARQ Bottle Filtered.
*Based on elimination 99.8% of E.coli in a 20-second cycle for all LARQ Bottles.
The insulated LARQ Bottle PureVis may be refrigerated but bear in mind the double-wall vacuum insulated feature of this bottle will not allow contents inside to be affected by external temperatures. The non-insulated LARQ Bottle PureVis may be refrigerated to keep the contents cold due to its single-wall stainless steel construction.
The LARQ Bottle PureVis is dishwasher safe but the LARQ Cap is NOT dishwasher safe and should be hand-washed. Do not put any of our LARQ Bottles in the freezer or microwave.
Yes, you can bring it with you on flights as long as you empty out all the liquids from the bottle. The insulated LARQ Bottle PureVis and non-insulated LARQ Bottle PureVis should be kept on your person or in your carry-on. It may not be transported in a checked bag due to the Li-polymer battery in the cap.
- Tip #1 Wiping the mouth area
Give your bottle and the cap a warm soapy rinse once in a while to get rid of any build-up around the mouth area (primarily from lip balms, lipstick, oils, and food residue). - Tip #2 Proper rinses
Yes, your LARQ Bottle PureVis is self-cleaning so it doesn’t require daily cleanings which are recommended for ordinary water bottles. As long as you’re using your LARQ Bottle PureVis for water, you don’t have to give your LARQ Bottle PureVis and Cap (don’t worry–it’s waterproof!) a proper washing for at least 3-4 weeks. Just hand wash with warm soapy water every so often. - Tip #3 Cleaning after use with beverages other than water
We don’t recommend using the LARQ Bottle PureVis for coffee, tea, milk, and sugary drinks, which are known to stain, and can reduce the efficacy of the PureVis™ UV-C LED technology by preventing the light from bouncing off the electropolished walls of the bottle. If you do choose to use coffee, tea, or sugary drinks with your LARQ Bottle PureVis, use a bottle brush to scrub with warm soapy water to remove staining promptly after each use. This will ensure that your bottle is working at optimum efficiency to keep your bottle and water fresh.
Note: Always charge your LARQ Cap before washing or wait until completely dry before charging to avoid damage or injury.
WARNING: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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