Regular, routine up-keep is necessary to assure peak performance. Sleeves &/or bulbs should be removed from their contact chambers and cleaned once a month or so. Generally, this can be accomplished by simply wiping with a clean, dry cloth or towel. If necessary, slime may be removed by wiping with rubbing alcohol.

To Build or Buy a U.V.?

Depending on the size and complexity of the system in question, an adequ

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8. Turn pump back on, making sure lines are primed and right valves are open. Check operating pressure and flow rate. Be sure that there are no leaks before leaving site.

The most expensive part of many cartridge filters are the cartridges themselves. Their appropriate implementation calls for monitoring flow rate and cleaning when necessary. Most should NEVER be scrubbed which will greatly shorten their life, or result in their "leaking"/tearing. Time to time thorough cleaning as detailed here is suggested to extend operation interval, effectiveness of filtration, give lengthier service and reduce

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Whats The Problem?:

What not to do. The difficulty with these filter elements is not the parts, its the people using them. Technology marches, hops, okay lets settle on jumps along. Cartridges and sleeves are built to last, and will give good service for many years when used and cleaned properly. The three big causes of filter element early death syndrome:

1) Infrequent Cleaning:

Filter-pumps are designed, engine

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