FSA GT1-18 Quick Start Manual

FSA GT1-18 Quick Start Manual

High performance filtration media vessel pressure tank for water filtration with backwash head polyethylene inner

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High Performance Filtration | Media Vessel Pressure
Tank for Water Filtration with Backwash Head
Polyethylene Inner | 12" x 52" (GT1-18)
Technical Overview ......................................................................................................................................... 2
I. Important Notes ....................................................................................................................................... 2
II. Before You Purchase/Open .................................................................................................................... 2
III. Before You Begin Installation ................................................................................................................. 2
IV. What is Standard Filtration .................................................................................................................... 3
V. Installation with other Systems ............................................................................................................... 3
Installation Introduction ................................................................................................................................... 3
I. Site Preparation ....................................................................................................................................... 3
II. Installing Connections ............................................................................................................................. 4
Plumbing Installation, Start Up & Operation Instructions ................................................................................. 5
I. Plumbing Installation ............................................................................................................................... 5
II. Filling the Vessel with Filter Media & Start-Up Commissioning ............................................................... 6
III. Turning the System On/Off .................................................................................................................... 7
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................... 7
I. Spare Parts.............................................................................................................................................. 7
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................. 8
General Warranty ............................................................................................................................................ 9
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Summary of Contents for FSA GT1-18

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    High Performance Filtration | Media Vessel Pressure Tank for Water Filtration with Backwash Head Polyethylene Inner | 12" x 52" (GT1-18) Contents Technical Overview ............................2 I. Important Notes ............................2 II. Before You Purchase/Open ........................2 III. Before You Begin Installation ......................... 2 IV.
  • Page 2: Technical Overview

    A 1” One-Way Check Valve (GT15-1) will also be required for installation, which you may purchase from FSA or supply your own. These units are batch tested to ensure there are no leaks. Due to transit, fittings and other components may be loosened or damaged –...
  • Page 3: What Is Standard Filtration

    I. Site Preparation The GT1-18 Vessel must be installed in a vertical position on a solid base such as a concrete slab (500mm x 500mm minimum) in close proximity to the main water line coming into the house (between the pump &...
  • Page 4: Installing Connections

    II. Installing Connections The GT1-18’s Runxin Manual Multi Port Valve features standard 1” BSP Female ports for straightforward installation. It is important that a suitable fitting is used for the installation into the housing port. Dimension and specifications for the are Runxin Manual Multi Port Valve are outlined below. Coupling or union-style fittings are recommended for easy installation and maintenance, to allow the Runxin Valve to be removed and the vessel to be moved if required (i.e.
  • Page 5: Plumbing Installation, Start Up & Operation Instructions

    500 kPa, you will need to install one prior to the filtration system to reduce the pressure in compliance with Australian Plumbing Codes & FSA Warranty. Failure to do so may cause excessive pressure & potentially damage the filtration system.
  • Page 6: Filling The Vessel With Filter Media & Start-Up Commissioning

    II. Filling the Vessel with Filter Media & Start-Up Commissioning We strongly recommend to position the vessel in the installation location before filling with media – once the vessel is filled it will be very heavy and hard to move! Coupling or union-style fittings are recommended for easy installation and maintenance, to allow the Runxin Valve to be removed and the vessel to be moved if required (i.e.
  • Page 7: Turning The System On/Off

    III. Turning the System On/Off This will depend on the style of bypass that is installed on the system. Refer to the above diagrams of a bypass in service and bypass position. If the water to the house in not going to be used for over 48 hours, it is recommended to turn the water supply off to avoid static pressure build up in the filter system.
  • Page 8: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause(s) Solution Leaking from in/out Insufficient Thread Tape Remove existing tape and apply slightly more tape Ports – do not apply excessive amounts to avoid damage to port. Crack/Split Check the port for a hairline crack or split – if there is one, the cap will need to be replaced, it is not reparable.
  • Page 9: General Warranty

    FSA will not cover any labour charge incurred by the consumer for the replacement or repair of a product. The warranty is strictly parts only for the parts supplied by FSA. This warranty only applies to the original consumer of the product and is non-transferable.

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