Sanitizing Water jugs

[jeffjeeptj]

I'm washing/sanitizing some new Sceptre Water jugs. I put in about 1/2 gallon of city tap water and add a tablespoon or 2 +/- of bleach. Slosh it around, let a little leak out of the threads, caps, and vent. Let it sit about 5 more minutes, shake it all around again, then empty it.
I get a lot of suds. Then I rinse it 3 more times, until no more suds. This has happened to the first 4 jugs. Even one that was previously cleaned, about 4 months ago.


Are the suds normal?

I let the jug sit with the top off for about 1/2 hour to "vent", then fill with water from our Berkey. The water looks nice and clear inside the jug using an LED light. No particular smell.


Thanks in advance

 

[johnspark]

If you flush a new can with city water you're good.


A fresh Military grade water jug will last 2 years with city water sealed in it.

If you get contaminated water in a jug, simple mild solution of dish soap and a gentle rinse will clean it up.

You do not need to add bleach to city water to keep a years worth of water in a clean sealed container.

Store in a dry and dark area and you're good to go.

City water = Georgia version only. YMMV if you live in Afghaniwahbistateforest......LOL

 

[Stumpalump]

I've seen suds as well. Not sure how normal it is.

 

[Wyowanderer]

I've seen it too, and I wonder if it's from the other chemicals added to the bleach.
I rinse them with water like you did, and haven't ever had an issue.