Hot Tub Forum
Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: CalicoskiesNC on July 14, 2004, 03:03:22 pm
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We've been told that the pleated SD filter will last up to 10yrs with proper care. And the microclean section needs to be replaced every 3mo w/water change. 10yrs on the pleated, that sounds like a long time. He says that as long as the pleats are in good shape, its gonna work. Said we soak every 6mo, but use a spray cleaner about twice a month, and hose spray every week or so
True?
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I change my micro clean filter every four months when I change water and mineral cartridge. I expect my pleated cartridge to last maybe three years. I figure they should last about 18 months and I use two that I swap between every month. I clean them monthly in filter cleaner. I generally do not rinse them in between cleanings.
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I change the micro filter every water change (3 to 4 months), and clean and swap the pleated filter at that time. I don't clean the pleated filter between changes, as it doesn't get that dirty. I swap between 2 filters, and I hope to get at least two years out of them.
Ten years is longer than I'd expect to get, but then again, I only have a year on my tub so far.
Brewman
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Do filters EVER last 10 yrs? Yes, so they really weren't fibbing by saying they can if cared for. Is that a typical timeframe when properly cared for? Certainly not. Since the warranty is long over the salesman isn't making a promise that'll come back to bite him/her and it sure sounds good.