Don’t over tighten your Cartridge Filter Housing!
In our last Blog I revealed ways of releasing pressure from your Cartridge Filter Housing to make removing the Cartridge easier. Today I would like to discuss another reason that Cartridges are hard to open, which is over tightening. This happens quite often because the Filter leaks, and has to be tightened over and over to stop the dripping. The goal here is to be able to change the Cartridge when it plugs. So, lets spend some time on why Cartridges leak in the first place. For more information on Water Treatment Systems please visit our website at www.secondwindwater.com .
Usually the reason for the leak is that the O-Ring has become soiled with grit and sediment or has become dry. When the Cartridge Housing is re-tightened the grit is then driven down into the O-Ring creating divots and wear spots. The O-Ring should also have a nice healthy layer of silicon, potable water grade, sealant on it to stop leaks. Next Time your Cartridge Filter leaks don’t just keep tightening it with the wrench. Stop and inspect the O-Ring, wipe off any Grit and Sediment from it and reapply the sealant if necessary. Many times there is enough sealant in the head of the Filter Housing to seal the O-Ring and get you out of an emergency. Often, you can just flip the O-ring over to get lubricant, from the underside, onto both sides.
These easy steps can save you a world of frustration in a few months when its time to change the Cartridge. Remember O-Rings and lube are cheap, but a trouble free weekend is priceless. Call us if you need some sealant and a new O-Ring. We will mail it right out to you. Or ask the technician for one when you schedule your next Service call.
Remember don’t over tighten your Filter and life will be a lot easier later on, and enjoy your great Water!
Thank you for your continued support of Secondwind Water Systems. We truly appreciate your business and referrals. If you have any Water questions please visit our website at www.secondwindwater.com or call 1-800-287-5767. Until next time this is Chris Saltmarsh CWS-6, saying, “Thanks for reading!, and enjoy your great water”… : )
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