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Description of the backwashing filter
The NBW/NEBW system includes a filtration tank (with gravel and distributor) and a backwashing control valve
with bypass. Filtration media for use with the NBW/NEBW system is purchased separately and selected from
the following types:
PART
MEDIA
VOLUME
PACKAGE
SHIP.
WT.
NUMBER
TYPE / APPLICATION
(CU. FT.)
(LBS.)
A10
ACTIVATED CARBON
TASTE & ODOR REDUCTION
1.00
BAG
29
A05P
0.50
PAIL
14
ACC10
CATALYTIC CARBON
CHLORAMINE REDUCTION
1.00
BAG
29
ACC05P
0.50
PAIL
14
B10
BIRM
REDUCTION OF IRON AND
MANGANESE
1.00
BAG
41
B05P
0.50
PAIL
20
C05P
CALCITE
SELF LIMITING ACID
NEUTRALIZER
0.50
PAIL
45
FA10
FILTER
– AG
SUSPENDED SOLIDS
REDUCTION
1.00
BAG
24
FA05P
0.50
PAIL
12
ZEO10
ZEOLITE
SUSPENDED SOLIDS/
SEDIMENT REDUCTION
1.00
BAG
25
Z05P
0.50
PAIL
50
N05
NEUTRALIZER
ACID NEUTRALIZER
0.50
PAIL
43
QFS05P
QUARTZ FILTER SAND
0.50
PAIL
51
(.45mm x .55mm)
SEDIMENT REDUCTION
Successful Application
Any filter media may have specific limitations and/or requirements for successful application. A water sample
should be submitted to First Sales for analysis and recommendation by Customer Service.
Time of Backwash
Periodically the control valve will go through a backwash cycle. This cycle is factory preset to 12:00 A.M.
flushing the accumulated sediment and/or precipitant to the drain. After the backwashing process the unit is
now prepared for the next period of service.
Pre-Installation Instructions
