Do you have to disinfect it prior to filling and, if so, what is the recommended method?
1511550
The barrel was clean as could be, i rinsed it out and added the chemicals which will kill any bacteria anyway.
1511551
I filled it half way and put a few capfuls of bleach in to disenfect it. Just to make sure it was clean and no plastic shavings were inside
1511552
I did not. I figured it was designed for potable water; and I used the included water purifier
1087438
Leave in tube in fridge; as it will become stiff as a board if it dries. I cut mine in half as it's very wide; & store 2nd half in ziploc bag in fridge.
2103935
I just spray it with some bleach solution or antibacterial cleaner like 409, let it sit a few minutes then rinse it with a hose.
1306800
A little vinegar works well. Just wash/rinse well afterwards before refilling.
971675
I put in a couple drops of dish soap and then fill it with hot water. Swish it really good, then make sure to rinse it very well. Be sure to let it dry completely before refilling it.
314138
If you use too much there will be a lingering smell. Just use one cap full per load (I place it in the first soak/rinse cycle), that way the concentrate has enough time to wash out since it's only placed there for disinfectant purposes. I hope this helps.
630722
A minimal amount of soap with water works fine after each use, followed by rinses with hot water. If you go a couple of fills without cleaning it, then I would suggest using straight vinegar. The follow with a few rinses of hot water.
76763
I just wipe mine with hot water and a bit of dish soap. Be sure to allow to dry it completely before storing it away, or it may start to mold.
1149833
Just make sure it's food quality stain. You don't want to ingest any nasty chemicals.
1385349
It is always advised to rinse product before cooking due to processing and warehousing. None of those facilities are sterile. I purchase 5 gallons buckets with lids at local hardware stores for my bulk purchases. Lids seal tight. No issues with heat, cold, insects or rodents. Store in the basement or the garage on shelves or (as i do) heavy metal rolling racks purchased from Sam's club
686071
Did not say anything in the instructions, but I would imagine you can use dilute mouthwash or hydrogen peroxide.
521880
My dentist recommends leaving the trays on for 60 minutes. I generally just rinse my mouth afterwards.
1604902
I have been monitoring mine since i bought it.It has not gotten slimy or shown anything that I can feel as dirty between fillings of the container.I only fill it half full for now.I have cleaned it once in that time.
1402621
My experience is the same as the other respondents. Proper filling will keep the label dry any liquid that May have contacted the label while I'm drying it has not done any damage.
1531360
I didn't heck that on my bottle before I stored it away in the cabinet. I would use it up to at least one year and maybe even two years. I would just make sure the top of the bottle is clean before you sealed it.
343007
You need to use distilled or previously boiled water...NEVER just tap water!!! If you're worried about germs in the bottle itself just rinse it out with some dish washing soap.
311261
No I don't think so. I've only dry cleaned mine. The filling will melt and become lumpy in warm water. Dry clean it.