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    Tier1

    TIER1-SWC-45-1020

    Tier1 10 inch x 4.5 inch String Wound Sediment Water Filter (20 Micron)

    Fits 10-inch Big Blue filter housings
    • Universally sized to fit in most 10 x 4.5 Big Blue housings

    • Best cost effective filter on the market

    • Polypropylene cord

    • Can be used in a variety of applications

    format_list_bulleted Features & Specs
    Package Qty: 1
    Manufacturer: Tier1
    Manufacturer's Id: SWC-45-1020
    UPC: 641945741773
    Media: String Wound Polypropylene
    Primary Filter Media: Polypropylene
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    Brand: Tier1
    Advertised Size: 10 x 4-1/2
    Media Type: Sediment Filter
    Micron Rating Nominal: 20
    Flow Rate (gpm): 10.0
    description Instructions
    1. Turn off water supply. Press red pressure-relief button (if present)
    2. Unscrew housing. Remove large o-ring, wipe clean and set aside
    3. Discard used filter cartridge. Wash housing with dish soap and warm water using a nonabrasive sponge or cloth. Rinse thoroughly
    4. Fill 1/3 with water. Add about 1 tablespoon of bleach and scrub to disinfect. Rinse thoroughly
    5. Lubricate o-ring with clean silicone grease. Change o-ring if any damage cuts or degradation are present. Insert o-ring in groove
    6. NOTE: This step is important to ensure a proper housing seal. Make certain the o-ring is seated level in the groove
    7. Insert new filter cartridge
    8. Screw housing onto the cap and hand-tighten. Do not over tighten. Make sure cap standpipe slips into cartridge
    9. Turn on water supply. Press pressure-relief button (if present). Check for leaks before leaving installation
    warning_amber Contaminants Reduced
  • Dirt Sand Sediment
  • Hard Scale
  • Rust And Corrosion
  • Sand
  • Silt
  • filter_alt Filter Life
    Filter Life (months): 6 months
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    The Tier1 10 inch x 4.5 inch string wound sediment water filter (20 Micron) is a cost-effective solution for the reduction of sand, silt, rust, dirt and scale particles. Tier1 cartridges are made from 100% polypropylene cord. Tier1 filter cartridges are suitable for residential as well as commercial applications. This Tier1 polypropylene string wound filter fits most 10-inch Big Blue Filter Housings and is suitable for both well and municipal water. The Tier1 string wound water filter should be changed when a decrease in pressure is noticed. A comparable product may be substituted. Not intended for use with water that is microbiologically unsafe.


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