WATER FILTER PRELIMINARY BODY HOUSING FI 1'' G 3-STAGE + CARTRIDGES SET

3-STAGE 1" Inline Water Filter with 10" Cartridges + Wrench + Flow Mount

This is a complete pre-filter that fits perfectly into a home installation.

How 3-stage filtration works:

1️⃣ Foam filter – traps solid particles (sand, rust, suspended matter) - protects subsequent filtration stages

2️⃣ BLOK carbon filter – chlorine adsorption, improved taste and odor of water

3️⃣ UDF carbon – completion of the purification process and support of the bacteriostatic effect

✅ Main benefits:

• Effective protection of the installation and appliances against sand, silt, rust, and chlorine
• 10" standard – wide availability and low operating costs later on
• 3-part housing – reliable sealing and quick cartridge replacement
• Transparent housing bowl – visual contamination check
• Pressure release button – easy, clean start-up after installation
• Solid materials, assembled in the EU – durability and trouble-free operation
• 1" female threads – compatibility with typical household installations

✅ What is included in the set:

- Triple 1" inline housing (1" female-thread inlet/outlet)

- 3 x 10" filter cartridges:

• foam – mechanical filtration (sand, silt, rust)
• carbon block – chlorine reduction, improved taste and odor
• UDF (granular carbon) – additional sorption and bacteriostatic effect

- Mounting plate/bracket

- Housing wrench

- Mounting screws

✅ Application:

At the cold-water inlet to a house (as a pre-filter) or before a selected appliance: boiler, washing machine, dishwasher, softener, treatment station

For municipal and well water (as an initial stage)

⚙️ Technical parameters:

• Connections: 1" x 1" female thread
• Cartridge size: 10" standard
• Maximum flow: up to approx. 4000 l/h (depending on cartridges and water quality)
• Working pressure: recommended up to 6 bar
• Structural resistance: up to approx. 8 bar
• Water temperature: 2–45°C
• Unit dimensions: approx. 46 cm (W) x 32 cm (H)

Installation – simple and without surprises:

1. ️Close the main valve, secure the work area
2. Install the mounting bracket and level it
3. Connect the housing, maintaining the flow direction (cold water)
4. Insert the cartridges into the bowls and tighten the rings with the wrench
5. Slowly turn the water back on, bleed using the button, and check for leaks

Operation and servicing:

• Check contamination through the transparent bowl
• Indicative intervals (depending on water quality and water consumption): foam: every 1–3 months, carbon block and UDF: every 3–6 months
• Replace earlier if pressure drops or taste/odor worsens

⚠️ Install on cold water only; protect from frost

Safety and good practice:

⚠️ After first start-up, flush the system for several minutes

⚠️ In the case of large pressure fluctuations, a pressure reducer and service bypass are recommended

⚠️ Carbon cartridges do not replace disinfection in the event of microbiological contamination of the water

❓ Do other cartridges fit besides the ones included in the set?

Yes. The housing supports any standard 10" cartridge: mechanical (various micron ratings), carbon (block, GAC), and specialized (e.g. iron-removal) – provided the manufacturer offers a 10" version.

❓ Is the set suitable for well water?

Yes, as a pre-filter. In the case of iron/manganese exceedances, very high turbidity, or hydrogen sulfide odor, it is worth adding suitable media/stations as additional stages.

❓ Can it be mounted horizontally?

Recommended vertical installation (head at the top) ensures proper flow, easy cartridge replacement, and effective venting.

❓ What pressure is safe for the filter to operate at?

Recommended operating pressure up to 6 bar. Structurally, the set withstands up to approx. 8 bar, but for longevity and safety, please keep it at 6 bar and install a pressure reducer.

❓ What is the actual flow through the set?

Up to approx. 4000 l/h with fresh cartridges and good water parameters. Flow depends on the degree of cartridge contamination and the pressure in the installation.

❓ When should the cartridges be replaced?

When pressure in the installation noticeably drops, the water taste/odor worsens, or the indicative service time has elapsed. In more difficult conditions (well water, high consumption), replacement may be more frequent.

❓ Can the transparent bowl cause algae growth?

If the filter is exposed to direct sunlight, please consider a cover or installation in a shaded place. In typical boiler rooms/niches, this is not usually an issue.

❓ Does the set remove limescale from water?

This set does not soften water – it primarily provides mechanical protection and reduces chlorine. A separate system (ion-exchange softener) is required for softening.

❓ Do carbon cartridges remove bacteria?

Activated carbon improves organoleptic properties and has a bacteriostatic effect, but it does not replace disinfection. In case of microbiological risk, additional methods should be used (e.g. UV after filtration).

❓ Can the cartridge be flushed and used again?

Mechanical foam cartridges can sometimes be rinsed for short-term refreshment, but regular replacement is recommended for full effectiveness. Carbon cartridges are not regenerated – replace them with new ones.

❓ Is the set suitable for use at low temperatures?

No. The minimum operating temperature is approx. 2°C. Please protect it from freezing – frost may damage the housing and seals.

❓ How should the installation be prepared for mounting?

It is recommended to include shut-off valves before and after the filter and a service bypass, so that replacing cartridges does not require shutting down the entire installation.

❓ Can the water be temporarily cloudy after installation?

Yes, this is typical aeration after start-up. The effect disappears after several minutes of flushing and bleeding with the button on the head.

Why it is worth it:

✅ Completeness, 10" standard, stable operating parameters, and simple servicing

✅ Real protection for fixtures, taps, aerators, household appliances, and downstream treatment stages

✅ Fast results at home: cleaner water, less mechanical sediment, better taste and odor