Cleaning & Maintenance Of Your Echo Go+™

Maintain optimal performance and extend the lifespan of your Echo Go+™ by ensuring regular and effective cleaning.

Echo Go+ Self Cleaning Feature: 

The Echo Go+ does not have a "Clean" button. It uses advanced technology that significantly enhances its cleaning process. It has a feature where every time you activate the bottle, the polarity of the electrodes reverses. This reversal prevents calcium and other mineral build-ups by not allowing them to settle, thus negating frequent manual cleaning cycles typically required. This means that the Echo Go+ only needs a regular cleaning about once a month compared to the more frequent cleaning required by other models.

Frequency

Regular cleaning ensures optimal performance and extends the lifespan of your Echo Go+. Follow the instructions below for effective cleaning.

 The Best Approach

Think of it this way:

• Manual cleaning (weekly) + vinegar (bi-weekly or montly)= deep cleaning and sanitation

Using both together ensures your Echo FGo+™ stays clean, safe, and performing at its best.

Another helpful tip is to let your Go+ breathe overnight. Rather than storing it tightly closed, you can leave the cap off overnight, which allows trapped humidity around the upper bottle, cap, threads, and gasket area to escape instead of remaining sealed inside. Reducing that constantly damp environment can help discourage the conditions that allow mildew and odors to develop.

There is one important distinction with the Echo Go+, though: the generator at the bottom should remain hydrated. If you leave the cap off, keep enough filtered water in the Go+ to fully cover the generator (roughly about 1/4 full), while still allowing the upper portion of the bottle to remain open to the air. This helps protect the generator from drying out while giving excess moisture elsewhere in the bottle an opportunity to evaporate.
 

Cleaning The Bottle & Generator

Cleaning the Inside of the Go+:

⚠️ Important Do’s & Don’ts

🚫 Never use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners
🚫 Never submerge your Go+ or place it in the dishwasher
💡 Doing so can damage internal electronics and void your warranty

Regular Cleaning (Weekly):

To keep your Echo Go+™ performing at its best, we recommend cleaning it at least once per week. If you’re using it frequently, you can clean it daily or as needed—a little extra care goes a long way.

Step-by-Step:

1. Wash the inside of the bottle with mild soap, a bottle brush, and filtered water
2. Rinse thoroughly. Make sure all soap residue is fully removed
3. You are clean and ready to go! Fill with filtered water and run a standard hydrogen cycle as needed. 

💡 Tip: If you use your Go+ frequently, you can clean it more often—daily if needed.

Keeping up with regular cleaning helps maintain performance, prevent buildup, and keep every sip tasting fresh.

Deep Cleaning & Descaling Instructions (Monthly):

Over time, minerals from your water can build up on the hydrogen generator. This can affect performance if not removed.

White vinegar is a natural, safe descaling and sanitizing agent that plays an important role in keeping your Go+™ clean and performing at its best.

It helps to:

• Break down mineral deposits (like calcium and magnesium) that build up from water over time
• Remove buildup on the generator plates, helping maintain efficient hydrogen production
• Eliminate bacteria, mildew, and mold by creating an environment where they cannot grow or thrive
• Dissolve biofilm (that slimy residue) that can form inside the bottle and affect cleanliness
• Neutralize odors and improve taste, keeping your water fresh
• Restore optimal hydrogen production by keeping internal components clean and unobstructed

💡 Why this matters:
Without regular descaling and sanitizing, moisture combined with minerals can create the perfect environment for mineral buildup, bacteria, mildew, and mold growth. Vinegar will help prevent this by both cleaning and disinfecting at the same time, making it one of the most effective and safe options for routine maintenance.

Step-by-Step Descaling:

1. Fill the Go+ using a mixture of:
   • 1/3 white vinegar (5% acidity)
   • 2/3 warm distilled water
   • For a deeper clean, you may use straight vinegar without water dilution.
2. Let it soak
   1. Minimum: 2–3 hours
   2. Best: Overnight for deeper cleaning
3. Pour out the vinegar mixture & rinse thoroughly with filtered water until the vinegar is fully rinsed out.
4. You are clean and ready to go! Fill with filtered water and run a standard hydrogen cycle as needed. 

TIP: For manual cleaning, stick to gentle tools (like a small brush) to protect the interior of your Go+. 

Any flexible, narrow, non-abrasive bottle brush with a 1" diameter head and at least 12" in length that fits comfortably through the opening will work as well. The important part is choosing something soft and non-abrasive so it can clean the inside without scratching or damaging the Go+.
 
A few things to avoid are stiff or coarse bristles, abrasive scrubbers, or metal brushes. You can usually find them pretty easily at local grocery or home goods stores or online through retailers such as Amazon. 
 

A few quick tips when choosing one:

• Stick with soft, non-abrasive bristles.
• Avoid metal scrubbers, scouring pads, or anything that could scratch the interior.
• Choose a brush with a long enough handle to comfortably reach the bottom without having to force it through the opening.
• A little mild dish detergent and warm water work great for routine cleaning.

You definitely don’t need to spend a lot on one—  a simple narrow bottle brush from your local store or Amazon should do the job nicely.

Suggestions: 
Bottle Soft Brush Sponge Bottle Brushes 2 Pcs with 2 Pcs  
Brush Bottle 2 Pack 1 Long 1 Short Cleaning Brush 2pcs 
 

Cleaning The Exterior:

• Hand wash only with a soft, damp (not wet) cloth.  Avoid using rough cloths or sponges, as these may scratch the surface.
• Do not place the Go+ in the dishwasher or submerge it in water.
• Keep it dry: Be especially careful to keep the screen, charging port, and generator’s electrical components completely dry during cleaning. Water damage done to these areas is not covered under warranty.

💡 Optional: USB-C port plugs are available through third-party marketplaces such as Amazon. These can help protect the charging port during use & cleaning.

Cap Care

The cap is essential for proper pressurization, so keeping it clean is important.

• Clean weekly using a soft cloth or brush to clean the threads and crevices of your cap. 
• Use vinegar to clean the cap threads & gasket to prevent buildup and bacteria

⚠️ Avoid submerging the cap, as water can enter the pressure valve and affect performance. If water does get inside, allow it to air dry before use.

Gasket Care

• Carefully remove the gasket using tweezers or a dull object (avoid puncturing it)
• Clean with mild soap  OR soak in vinegar solution (up to 2 hours) to help prevent buildup or bacterial growth
• Rinse thoroughly
• Reinsert correctly 
  

💡 A clean gasket = a proper seal = better performance
 

Using Ozone Water for Cleaning

Yes, ozone water can be used to clean your Echo Go+™.

Benefits

• Helps disinfect surfaces
• Effective against bacteria and viruses
• Can assist with odor control

Recommendations

• Follow the ozone generator manufacturer's instructions.
• Rinse thoroughly with clean water afterward.
• Ensure ozone concentrations remain within safe usage guidelines.

Water Tastes or Smells Strange

Hydrogen-rich water should be fresh and odorless. If you notice an unusual taste or smell, it is typically caused by one of the following:

• Water source quality
• Mineral buildup
• Mold or mildew growth
• Insufficient cleaning

If you are starting to notice a weird taste or smell from your bottle, please do the following:

1. Change Your Water Source. For best results, use: ✅ Distilled Water ✅ Reverse Osmosis (RO) Water. These water sources contain fewer minerals and impurities that may affect taste and odor.
2. Check Storage Habits: Avoid storing excessive amounts of water in the bottle when not in use.
   • Long-term standing water may contribute to:
     • Mold growth
     • Mildew growth
     • Mineral deposits
     • Unpleasant odors
3. Clean and Descale
   1. Thoroughly clean the bottle and cap.
   2. Inspect under seals and lid threads.
   3. Perform a descaling cycle.

Recommended Storage

DO:

• Leave approximately 1 tablespoon of water covering the electrode plate.
• Allow moisture inside the cap to dissipate before sealing.
• Store in a cool, dry location.

DO NOT:

• Store completely dry for long periods.
• Store with excessive standing water.
• Store in direct sunlight.
• Leave the bottle in high-heat environments.

🔗 How should I properly store Hydrogen Water?

Rust Around the Oxygen Port

Occasionally, rust may develop around the oxygen vent located on the bottom of the bottle. This usually occurs when: Water drips from the oxygen port after use, Moisture pools around the base of the bottle, the area remains wet for extended periods

Good News: The drinking water inside your bottle never comes into contact with the metal surrounding the oxygen port. Rust in this area will not affect the quality or purity of your water.

If rust is allowed to build up over time, it can eventually obstruct the oxygen port. A blocked oxygen port may interfere with proper hydrogen generation and overall bottle performance. Issues caused by lack of maintenance, including oxygen ports that have rusted shut, are not covered under warranty.

How to Remove Rust

1. Create a Baking Soda Paste by mixing Baking soda and a Small amount of water until a thick paste forms.
2. Cover the rusted area completely and allow the paste to sit for 15–30 minutes.
3. Scrub: Use a soft brush or sponge to gently scrub away the rust.
4. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
5. Completely dry the area with a clean cloth or paper towel.

Preventing Future Rustƒ

• Dry the bottom of the bottle after each use.
• Avoid leaving standing water around the oxygen port.
• Periodically inspect the base of the bottle.
• Store the bottle upright in a dry location.

Best Practices for Long-Term Performance

✔ Use RO, distilled, or filtered water

✔ Clean the bottle and lid regularly

✔ Descale periodically

✔ Keep the oxygen port dry

✔ Inspect seals and threads for mold or buildup

✔ Store properly when not in use

✔ Avoid dishwashers and full submersion

✔ Dry the charging port before charging

Following these simple maintenance practices will help ensure your Echo Go+™ continues performing at its best for years to come.