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Hand-held ultraviolet water purification system

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  • US 6,110,424 A
  • Filed: 02/23/1999
  • Issued: 08/29/2000
  • Est. Priority Date: 01/27/1997
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A method of purifying a batch of unsterilized water that is held in a container, the method including the steps of:

  • A. immersing an ultraviolet light source and associated ultraviolet transmissive cover that extend from a first end of the system in the batch of unsterilized water;

    B. sensing that the light source is immersed fully in the unsterilized water;

    C. turning the light source on to emit ultraviolet radiation in the batch of unsterilized water in the container, the radiation purifying the water.

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