Hydration Reservoirs:
To clean your hydration bladder use hot water and mild soap, then rinse thoroughly with hot water.
For tough cleaning jobs, add 2 teaspoons of baking soda to a full reservoir of water and let soak overnight. Rinse thoroughly and air dry.
To sanitize, add 2 teaspoons of unscented household bleach to one a full reservoir of clean water and let soak overnight.
Rinse thoroughly and air dry.
Store your hydration system in a cool dark place.
Prior to each use, fill reservoir, tighten cap, then squeeze to ensure that the cap is sealed properly.
When freezing, fill reservoir no more than 3/4 full.

Packs and Duffles:
NOTE: Wash packs in a FRONT LOAD WASHING MACHINE ONLY
Washing Instructions:
Remove your personal belongings (obvious...but frequently overlooked)
Pull out the frame sheet and foam pad from pack
Clean off excessive dirt and foliage by hand
Connect all buckles and tighten straps
Wash in a front load machine only with warm water and a mild detergent
Tumble dry low or air dry
For odor removal try Turnout Gear Cleaner (www.turnoutgearcleaner.com 888-727-3230)
If possible, store your pack in a cool, dry place.

DragonFur Nomex™ Fleece:
Machine wash cold separately
Do not bleach
Hang dry or tumble dry low
Avoid use of fabric softeners
Do not iron or dry clean.