CP Filter Series Technical Manual
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Component Functionality
KineticoPRO System
The Kinetico 1250 Valve mounts on top of the Main Tank. Both the Main Tank and the Remote Tank operate identically:
the only difference is that one has the Kinetico Valve mounted on it and is supplied directly by the valve (Main); the
other is supplied through connecting pipes from the valve (Remote).
System By-pass
For each system, a by-pass is recommended. This can be installed using three
ball valves. This allows the system to be isolated during any service operations.
By-pass valving is not included as a part of the system package.
Media Tanks
Each system uses two media tanks. The main tank includes the control valve.
The secondary tank is referred to as the remote tank.
Upper Distributor (Carbon System Only)
The distributor prevents channeling of the inlet stream into the top of the media
bed. A plastic molded distributor is attached to the top of the control valve. The
distributor also prevents the media from backwashing out of the tanks.
Riser Tube
A riser tube is used to connect the lower distributor to the control valve. The
riser tube is 1.0 inch in diameter and it includes a handle. This helps lock the
distributor in place when the control valve is removed.
Distributors
The lower distributors for the CP units are a slot design. The slot configuration
minimizes pressure loss through the system. The ABS and polypropylene
construction of the distributor assembly gives it excellent durability.
Gravel
A gravel underbed is used to provide support to the lower distributor assembly.
The underbed also improves flow distribution and reduces system pressure drop.
Note: Garnet is used on the Macrolite systems instead of gravel.
Media
Two types of media are used. They are Carbon and Macrolite.
Tank Interconnection
Each twin tank system uses a set of inter-connectors to provide a water path
from the main control valve to the remote tank. This interconnecting plumbing
is included with the system package. It uses a double O-ring seal to provide a
leak-free connection. A connector link and pins hold the pipes in place while the
unit is pressurized.
Main
Remote
