Hot Water Bottle Safety & Care Guide

First, please read the warning label carefully. And keep the packaging for future reference.

Finding new ways to keep you warm is more important than ever. So we’re here to help you get a handle on correct hot water bottle use.

Hot water bottles can be very dangerous and cause injury if used and stored incorrectly. So continue reading for our step-by-step guides to filling and using yours correctly, plus essential things to avoid.

How to fill a hot water bottle

Before you start: Make sure you have plenty of space and time to fill your hot water bottle, and keep young children far away from where you're filling it.

• Always check your bottle and the stopper for damage before using.

• When filling your hot water bottle, you must not use boiling water no matter how cold you are. Boil the water and let it cool for a few minutes before filling the hot water bottle.

• Do not fill the bottle directly from domestic hot water systems; this can considerably shorten the life of the hot water bottle.

• Hold the bottle by the neck in an upright position and fill slowly to avoid hot water splashing back and onto yourself.

• Make sure you only fill it to a maximum of two thirds capacity or less. Do not overfill it.

• Expel air from the bottle by lowering it carefully onto a flat surface until the water appears at the opening.

• Screw the stopper tight enough to make sure that there's no leakage.

• When the bottle is filled, the cover should easily close using the hook-and-eye tape. If it doesn’t close, it's too full and some water should be removed. The cover should fit snugly.

• Always use the cover provided with the bottle.

How to use your hot water bottle

• Under no circumstances should the hot water bottle be used as a cushion. Do not sit on it.

• Avoid prolonged direct skin contact. Hot water bottles come with covers, and should always be used with the cover provided. We have everything from stars to super soft fluffy picks.

• Never put your hot water bottle in the microwave.

• Hot water bottles are not suitable for children under 3 years or people overly sensitive to heat.

• Adult supervision is required when using the product.

How long does a hot water bottle last?

• Never use a hot water bottle that's more than two years old. The year of manufacture is in the center of the circle. The month of manufacture is represented by the 12 petal segments marked clockwise from January, with January the top right-hand segment. The week of manufacture is the mark inside the segment. Each mark equals one week. The example below shows a bottle manufactured in the second week of January 2024.

Emptying and storing your hot water bottle correctly

• Stand over the sink and carefully remove the stopper.

• Drain the water into the sink slowly to avoid splashing.

• When not in use, empty it completely before storing, with the stopper removed.

• Avoid heavy pressure and puncturing with sharp objects during use and storage.

• Store in a cool, dry, dark place. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.

• Avoid contact with hot surfaces.

• Prevent contact with oil and grease.

• Do not place anything on the bottle during storage.

Should you put boiling water in a hot water bottle?

• Never put boiling water directly into your hot water bottle.Boil the water then let it cool for a few minutes before filling.

How do I clean my hot water bottle?

• It’s always best to check the instructions on your water bottle before cleaning. To clean a water bottle cover, wash it inside out at a maximum temperature of 85°F. Do not dry clean, iron, or tumble dry.