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MODELS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Rainfresh BH high flow filter housings are ideal for large homes (with up to 6 bathrooms) or light commercial applications such as motels, campgrounds, bed and breakfast, commercial kitchens etc. Featuring full 1″ threaded ports, Rainfresh BH housings deliver flow rates of up to 40 US GPM (75 lpm) with minimal pressure drop. BPA and lead -free materials and certified for material safety and structural integrity.

PERFORMANCE & BENEFITS

• Protects entire plumbing system from dirt, rust, sand, loose scale, grit, algae and other particulate matter
• Ideal for large homes and light commercial applications
• High flow rates of 40 US GPM (150 LPM)with minimal pressure drop

FEATURES

• Double O-ring seal for maximum leak protection
• Pressure release valve – Just press the button then release pressure for filter cartridge change. No need to open a separate faucet
• 1″ female threaded inlet/outlet ports for great water flow !
• BPA and lead-free materials
• Wrench included
• Mounting bracket sold separately

INSTALLATION

• Installs easily on the main water pipe in the house before pipe divides into hot and cold
  • For municipally treated water, install AFTER the water meter
  • For well or lake systems, install AFTER pressure tank
• Easily installs in 30-45 minutes average
• Can install on copper or PEX pipe
• Connector kit model CK4 (to attach to 3/4″ copper or PEX pipe) and mounting brackets also available
• To enhance filter cartridge life, two sediment filters can be installed in series. Typically a coarse filter first to take out larger chunks of dirt followed by a finer filter to polish off the water

REPLACEMENT FILTER CARTRIDGES

Choice of sediment filter cartridges (sold separately)

BC series – String wound style

BP series – Melt blown style

Activated carbon filter cartridge for chlorine, taste and odour reduction. Note: Rated for 3 US GPM and 6 US GPM respectively

• Filter cartridges life depends on micron rating of the cartridge and the amount of dirt in the water. Typically, filter cartridge should be replaced approx every 6 months or when pressure drops by 10 psi, whichever is earlier
• Filter cartridges are available at most retail stores in Canada. Click on the “Where to buy” tab for list of retailers

TESTING AND CERTIFICATION

• Tested and certified by CSA International to CSA B483.1, to NSF/ANSI Standard 61 for material safety and structural integrity, and to NSF/ANSI 372 for low lead

WARRANTY

• 1-year limited warranty

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BH Housings – Brochure English

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BH Housing Installation Manual English & French

What do sediment filters do?

Whole house sediment filters reduce sediment, dirt, rust, loose scale, sand, mud, and other particulate matter.

Do sediment filters remove iron?

Iron is dissolved in the water and as such cannot be removed by sediment filters. However, rust (oxidized iron) which is in a particle form, can be efficiently reduced by sediment filters.

Do they remove bacteria?

No. However, if you intend to disinfect your water by a UV system, a sediment filter is mandatory for proper functioning of the UV system.

What does “micron size” mean?

A micron, is a unit of measurement. 1 micron = 1/1000 mm, denoted as µ (Human hair is about 75 to 100 microns in diameter). Micron rating of a filter cartridge refers to the smallest particle size in microns that the filter cartridge is capable of removing. For example, a 30 micron cartridge will remove particulates as small as 30 micron while a 5 micron filter cartridge will remove particulates as small as 5 micron. The lower the micron rating of the filter cartridge, the tighter the filter and the smaller the particle size it can remove.

Where are they installed?

On the main water pipe in the house

• • After the pressure tank for well/lake water
  • After the water meter for municipally treated water

Can sediment filters be put in series?

Yes, it is common to put sediment filters in series. Typically the coarser cartridge is installed first followed by the finer cartridge. You can install 3 or more in series with progressively finer cartridges.

Can sediment filters be installed in parallel configuration?

Yes, to achieve lower pressure drop and higher flow, sediment filters can be installed in a parallel configuration. However, both filter cartridges must be the same rating.

In pump/pressure tank systems, can the sediment filter be installed between the pump and the pressure tank?

Installing a sediment filter between the pump and the pressure tank can cause damage to the filter and the pump.When the filter gets plugged up and the pressure switch calls for the well pump to come on, the pump will be pushing water against a plugged filter which can destroy the filter or the pump. Therefore, sediment filters should always be installed AFTER the pressure tank.

Can a carbon filter be used on the main line to reduce sediment, taste, odour and chlorine

Although BC2 and BC202 carbon filters fit the high flow housings, they are only rated for 3 GPM and 6 GPM respectively. This makes them usable for small cottages or homes with max 2 bathrooms. However, a sediment pre-filter must be installed before the carbon filter to protect it against premature plugging.

Also you may notice a slightly greater pressure drop compared to sediment filters.

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High flow filter housing from Rainfresh is ideal for large homes (with up to 6 bathrooms) or light commercial applications such as motels, campgrounds, bed and breakfast, commercial kitchens etc. Featuring full 1″ threaded ports, Rainfresh high flow water filter housing delivers flow rates of up to 40 US GPM (75 lpm) with minimal pressure drop. BPA and lead-free materials and certified for material safety and structural integrity. Rainfresh high flow filter housing is made with food grade polypropylene making it ideal for use in potable water applications. The housing has fill 1 inch female threaded ports for high water flow and low pressure drop and includes a wrench. Mounting bracket sold separately. Choice of filter cartridges available.

PERFORMANCE & BENEFITS

• High flow filter housing protects entire plumbing system from dirt, rust, sand, loose scale, grit, algae and other particulate matter
• Ideal for large homes and light commercial applications
• High flow rates of 40 US GPM (150 LPM)with minimal pressure drop

FEATURES

• Double O-ring seal for maximum leak protection
• Pressure release valve – Just press the button the release pressure for filter cartridge change. No need to open a separate faucet
• 1″ female threaded inlet outlet ports for great water flow !
• BPA and lead-free materials
• Wrench included
• Mounting bracket sold separately

INSTALLATION

• high flow filter housing Installs easily on the main water pipe in the house before pipe divides into hot and cold
  • For municipally treated water, install AFTER the water meter
  • For well or lake systems, install AFTER pressure tank
• Easily installs in 30-45 minutes average
• Can install on copper or PEX pipe
• Connector kit model CK4 (to attach to 3/4″ copper or PEX pipe) and mounting brackets also available
• To enhance filter cartridge life, two sediment filters can be installed in series. Typically a coarse filter first to take out larger chunks of dirt followed by a finer filter to polish off the water