*U.S. Patented
H2O RESQ
SYNERGISTIC POWER OF 3
COPPER-SILVER ION-SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE
Emergency Water Storage Treatment Instructions ©
Containers: The proper storage container is the key to safe storage of drinking water.
FEMA AND THE RED CROSS Have recommended that you purchase food-grade Polyethylene plastic
water storage containers from supply stores to use for water storage. These come in various sizes from two liter soft drink bottles to large capacity blue 55 -350 gallon drums & tanks. Do not use p lastic jugs or
cardboard containers that have had milk or fruit juice in them. Milk protein and fruit sugars cannot be
adequately removed from these containers and provide an environment for bacterial growth when water is
stored in them. Cardboard containers also l eak easily and are not designed for long -term storage of liquids.
Also, do not use glass containers, because they can break and are heavy. Before filling with water,
thoroughly clean the containers with dishwashing soap and water, and rinse completely so t here is no
residual soap. Very small openings for spigots or siphon tubes and tight fitting lids or caps will help prevent
contamination. Water should be stored away from direct exposure to sunlight in a cool dry place.
Follow directions below on filling the container with water
Water Source: Stored water must be clean water. Treated water from “Approved” public drinking water
systems with chlorine residual can be used, with no additional treatment or chemical disinfection. Please fill
with a potable water hose, not an ordinary garden hose. Water from an untreated source, such as a private
well, lake, or stream, should be chemically disinfected at the time of storage. Refer to the chart on the
reverse side of this sheet. At the time of use, additional disinfection would provide an additional margin of
safety.
Filtration: To remove the chemical taste of treated water (after 30 minutes of contact time with a
chemical (sodium hypochlorite) disinfectant), pour the water through a filter containing activated charcoal.
This will remove many chemicals and large contaminants and will enhance the flavor of the treated water.
These filters are available in various bottle and container capacities available commercially. IF WATER IS
TAKEN FROM A STREAM OR OTHER SOURCE, WHERE LARGER PARTICLES ARE PRESENT, THEY MUST
BE REMOVED TO MAKE WATER TREATMENT THE MOST EFFECTIVE.
Labeling: All containers of water should be labeled as drinking water. Date of storage and disinfection
used at the time of storage should be attached to or written on the container.
HOW MUCH TO STORE? At least a 2 week supply is recommended. 2 gallons per day per person
should be sufficient for drinking, brushing teeth, cooking, dishwashing, and general sanitation. This would
be 28 gallons per person for 2 weeks. Contaminated water could be used for flushing toilets.
Replacement: Properly stored water should not need replacement unless it becomes contaminated in
some way or the container begins to leak. Wat er stored for over twenty years has been found safe for
drinking when it comes from a safe source and properly stored in food quality containers.
Home Water “Purification” Devices:
There is no known water “purification” device or distillation
process that can be fully relied upon to “purify” contaminated water. In fact, so called “purifiers” may promote a
false sense of security, since they cannot produce water in an emergency, and may not be able to decontaminate
unsafe water. Some “purifiers” have been known to contri bute to the water contamination.
Emergency Methods of Disinfecting Water: If your water is reported to be contaminated or if
your well or spring water becomes discolored, or if your well or spring water source is submerged under
floodwater, disinfection of drinking water should be accomplished using one of the following methods:
Copper - Silver Additives: H2O ResQ , Copper-Silver Ion additive , (at a maximum of 1.2
parts per million) has been shown to safely stabilize and treat drinking & storage water while continuing to
maintain residual levels in the water for longer periods of time than conventional methods. This is especially
beneficial if cross contamination were to occur while the water is being stored. Follow manufacturer’s
recommendations. Before drinking stored water with this type of water treatment, you can test the water for
residual readings, use manufacturer’s test kit. If there is no residual reading, add more of the Copper-Silver
Ion liquid as per manufacturers color chart to obtain and maintain levels between 0.4 ppm to 1.2 ppm.
(parts per million). Note* It is significant to note that these levels are below the EPA’s Maximum Allowed
Levels. (MAL)of 1.33 ppm, and the World Heath Organizations (WHO) of 2.0-ppm. The product tested is a
2½% solution. This product may be used to treat water in accordance with the following table:
COPPER-SILVER ION TREATMENT- Standing Time: Minimum 24 Hours:
Using H2OResQ COPPER-SILVER ION SOLUTION @ 2.5%
Quantity of Water
Storage Water
Test for Residual
1 quart
1 drop
0.5 to 1.2 ppm
½ gallon
2 drops
0.5 to 1.2 ppm
50 gallons
10 mL or 1 Vial
0.5 to 1.2 ppm
DOSAGE OF SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE SOLUTIONS 5.25% SOLUTION
Quantity of Water
1 quart
½ gallon
50 gallons
Clear Water
Cloudy Water
2 drops
4 drops
4 drops
8 drops
½ ounce or 2 7/8
1 ounce
Vials
After the Sodium Hypochlorite is added, it should be mixed well with the water and held for 30
minutes before being used for drinking, cooking, and other household purposes.
COPPER TEST- VISUAL COMPARISON.
After filling the enclosed vial ½ full, put in 3 drops of the test liquid, replace cap
and shake. Ideal results should be a light yellow/orange between the first and
second color shades approximating chart below.
0
0.5
1
2
*THIS FORMULA AND PROCESS IS PATENTED, ANY INFRINGEMENT WILL BE
STRICTLY ENFORCED-INCLUDING DAMAGES.
Water Pure Technologies LLC * 11551 Charter Pointe Rd. * So. Jordan, UT 84095 (801)839 -9309
Copy by: Max Gyllenskog, Commander, Public Health Safety Division, Retired