Fleck 5600 Birm Iron Filter (Remove Iron & Manganese)
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- Daniel R. - Texas
Fleck 5600 Birm Iron Filter (Remove Iron & Manganese)
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Fleck 5600 Birm Filter for Iron & Manganese
Birm iron filter is a filtration system that utilizes birm media. The Iron Filter Fleck 5600 removes iron and manganese up to 5 ppm oxidized iron and 1 ppm manganese; however, it does not remove sulfur.
Birm is really a filter medium used in iron filtration systems. It oxidizes and eliminates iron and manganese without pre-treatment. but works absolute best following aeration. The pH should be 7.0 or above for birm to function properly.
This filter system consists of:
- Fleck 5600 Filter Valve - Standard timer backwashing filter valve.
- Simple mechanical style is easy to use
- Controls are user-friendly and effortlessly programmable
- Can handle flow rates as much as 20 gallons/minute
- Backwash price of 7 GPM
- Non-corrosive, UV-resistant Noryl valve body
- Tank (9x48 or 10x54)
- Bypass
- 1 cu ft or 1.5 cu ft media
*Note: (a) This product isn't available to CA residents due to California regulations on the Birm, please get in touch with Quality Water Treatment Inc for a various method.
(b) An inexpensive water test of your raw well water is highly suggested prior to buying these systems.
How it Functions:
As water flows through the filter tank containing Birm media, with enough oxygen within the water, the media causes the iron to form rust or strong iron particles. After these rust particles get trapped within the filter media, once or twice per week they're automatically backwashed out to drain, and also the filter media is prepared to filter once more.
Pros:
- No chemicals to buy for upkeep (under correct circumstances) and no regeneration needed.
- Very high iron removal efficiency.
- Occasional backwashing needed.
- Tough material having a long life and wide temperature variety.
Circumstances:
- Water must have a pH of 7.0 to 9.0. for birm to function correctly.
- The dissolved oxygen content should be a minimum of 15% from the iron or manganese content.
- Water must include no tannins, chlorine, oil, or hydrogen sulfide (rotten egg odor). For water with any of those items we suggest the GreenSand filter systems.
For many wells deeper than 50 ft, an air injector must be used for additional oxygen within the water prior to the Birm filter. When the water being filtered is water from an open storage tank or spring, no additional air injection is usually required.
Fleck 5600 Birm Filter for Iron & Manganese
Birm iron filter is a filtration system that utilizes birm media. The Iron Filter Fleck 5600 removes iron and manganese up to 5 ppm oxidized iron and 1 ppm manganese; however, it does not remove sulfur.
Birm is really a filter medium used in iron filtration systems. It oxidizes and eliminates iron and manganese without pre-treatment. but works absolute best following aeration. The pH should be 7.0 or above for birm to function properly.
This filter system consists of:
- Fleck 5600 Filter Valve - Standard timer backwashing filter valve.
- Simple mechanical style is easy to use
- Controls are user-friendly and effortlessly programmable
- Can handle flow rates as much as 20 gallons/minute
- Backwash price of 7 GPM
- Non-corrosive, UV-resistant Noryl valve body
- Tank (9x48 or 10x54)
- Bypass
- 1 cu ft or 1.5 cu ft media
*Note: (a) This product isn't available to CA residents due to California regulations on the Birm, please get in touch with Quality Water Treatment Inc for a various method.
(b) An inexpensive water test of your raw well water is highly suggested prior to buying these systems.
How it Functions:
As water flows through the filter tank containing Birm media, with enough oxygen within the water, the media causes the iron to form rust or strong iron particles. After these rust particles get trapped within the filter media, once or twice per week they're automatically backwashed out to drain, and also the filter media is prepared to filter once more.
Pros:
- No chemicals to buy for upkeep (under correct circumstances) and no regeneration needed.
- Very high iron removal efficiency.
- Occasional backwashing needed.
- Tough material having a long life and wide temperature variety.
Circumstances:
- Water must have a pH of 7.0 to 9.0. for birm to function correctly.
- The dissolved oxygen content should be a minimum of 15% from the iron or manganese content.
- Water must include no tannins, chlorine, oil, or hydrogen sulfide (rotten egg odor). For water with any of those items we suggest the GreenSand filter systems.
For many wells deeper than 50 ft, an air injector must be used for additional oxygen within the water prior to the Birm filter. When the water being filtered is water from an open storage tank or spring, no additional air injection is usually required.
California Residents: This product isn't available to CA residents due to California regulations on the Birm, please get in touch with our Quality Water Treatment team for other options.
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Fleck 5600 Birm Filter for Iron & Manganese
The Iron Filter Fleck 5600 Birm Filter removes iron and manganese.
Up to 5 PPM of Iron
Up to 1 PPM of Manganese
(This filter does not remove sulfur.)
Birm is a great filter medium used to reduce iron content. It oxidizes and eliminates iron without pre-treatment.
- No chemicals to buy for upkeep (under correct circumstances) and no regeneration needed.
- Very high iron removal efficiency.
- Occasional backwashing needed.
- Tough material for a long life and wide temperature variety.
FEATURES
More good Stuff...
- Fleck 5600 Filter Valve - Standard timer backwashing filter valve.
- Simple mechanical style is easy to use
- Controls are user-friendly and effortlessly programmable
- Non-corrosive, UV-resistant Noryl valve body
How it Functions
As water flows through the filter tank containing Birm media, with enough oxygen within the water, the media causes the iron to form rust or strong iron particles.
After these rust particles get trapped within the filter media, once or twice per week they're automatically back washed out to drain.
Then the filter media is prepped to continue the filtration process.
Operation CONDITIONS for Birm Filters
🔎 Check To Insure Proper Function
A water test of your raw well water is highly suggested prior to buying filter systems.
Water Conditions Required:
- Water must have a pH of 7.0 to 9.0. for birm to function correctly.
- The dissolved oxygen content should be a minimum of 15% from the iron or manganese content.
- Water must include no tannins, chlorine, oil, or hydrogen sulfide (rotten egg odor).
If any of these items are present, we suggest the Greensand filter system. - Aeration is recommended for optimal performance.
For Wells 50 Feet or Deeper:
An air injector must be used to add oxygen to deep well water prior to feeding a Birm filter.
If water is fed from an open storage tank or spring, then additional air injection is typically not required.
Measure Your WELL PUMP FLOW RATE
Check your well pump's effective flow rate... Easy as 1, 2, 3...
Minimum Water Flow Rate Required:
The size of an iron filter or pH neutralizer system is dependent on the flow rate from your well pump.
Please check your flow rate to select the properly sized system.
Do not select a system that requires a higher flow rate.
>>>> Get your Flow Rate:
- Shut-off all faucets and make sure there is no running water.
- Place a 5 gallon bucket by a hose bib (spigot) near your well pump.
- Fully open the water hose bib until the well pump starts.
- Then, start filling up your 5 gallon bucket, and time how many seconds it takes to fill it up.
- Use the chart the following chart to get your flow rate.
Well Pump Effective Flow Rates
Properly Size Your Well Water Treatment Systems
This video will go over how to size a well water filter properly, it is easy to do yourself.
Hi, this is Craig the Water Guy from Quality Water Treatment. In this video, I will guide you on how to size an iron or pH filter system and package for your well water system properly.
It is important to size your filter properly to avoid problems such as the well pump not being able to backwash and clean the filter properly, which can cause headaches and service calls. I have put all my knowledge on our website to help you size the proper system so you can enjoy healthy, clean water for you and your family.
On our website, you can click on Well Water and scroll down to Well Pump Flow Rate to check your well pump effect with flow rate. Once you have gone through this process, you can choose the proper flow rate and size of your system. It's very simple and very important that you do that. If you have any questions, you can contact us through our toll-free number, live chat, or email.
Warning! Before you purchase a filter system for your well water, please STOP and watch this video.
It is very important that you size the filter system for your needs and system setup.
Otherwise, it could be a costly and horrible experience.
Iron Content in your Water
What is this iron in my water?
EXCESSIVE IRON CONTENT
More About Iron Issues
Excessive iron issues in your water is typically characterized by the ugly red or brown colored staining in your plumbing fixtures, sinks, toilets and laundry.
With well water, iron typically occurs in a ferrous state. That means, the flowing water typically looks clear.
However, once the water is exposed to the air, the iron transforms into a ferric/ oxidized state. The clear water will turn red or brown and insoluble “rust” type material will form.
Iron staining can be easily caused by as low as only 0.3 milligrams per liter (mg/L).
Depending on the iron content concentration, we have several solutions to this ugly and aggravating water problem.
A quality iron filter will filter out this excessive iron content.
Types of Iron Filters...
Iron filter technology have been around for decades. They all do the job to remove iron, but with new technology and design, iron filters have greatly improved performance. Good news for difficult water quality!
Currently, the high-efficiency AIO Technology stands out. See how they compare below.
IRON FILTER OPTIONS & PACKAGES
What You Need To Know Before You Buy!
Very Important
Your well pump flow rate will determine the size of your water treatment equipment.
Good News... It's Easy & Fast
All you need is a couple of minutes and a standard 5 gallon bucket.
See how to check your well pump flow rate for details.
WELL FILTRATION COMPARISON
What Works For You?
UPGRADE FILTER OPTION
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Investing in quality drinking water filtration is smart.
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FREE BONUS UPGRADE ($69 VALUE)
Make Installation Quick & Easy
With your purchase today, check the optional upgrade box and we'll send you the Quick-Connect Hose Kit for free.* (2 hoses included)
Make installation and servicing your system quick and easy.
Available in 3/4" plumbing size.
The fittings attaches directly onto your copper, CPVC, or Pex plumbing!
***Does not work on PVC.
***Only available while supplies last.
SOLUTION KITS
What's Included?
- Fleck 5600 Filter Valve - Standard timer backwashing filter valve.
- Filter Tank with Preloaded Media
- Birm Media
- SoftPro Reverse Osmosis Filter System with Filter Housing
- Sediment Filter - 5 Micron Sediment Filter
- 2 x Carbon Block Filters - 10 Micron Carbon Block, Coconut Shell Granular Activated Carbon
- High-Efficiency, Reverse Osmosis Membrane (75 GPD)
- Advanced Alkalizing Filter
- Faucet (Modern, chrome faucet shipped by default)
- Drain Saddle
- Brass Swivel Adapter
- Installation Kit/ Tubing
Note: Ice Maker connection kit is an optional upgrade.
SPECIFICATIONS
The Nitty Gritty...
- 75 Gallons Maximum Capacity
- High-Efficient 1:1 Purified Water to Waste Production
- Premium 5 Stage Filter System
- Advanced Alkalizing Filter to Eliminate Acidic Water
- Manufactured in USA
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT & WARRANTY
Easy Operation
No other regular maintenance is required.
Water pressure should not exceed 80 PSI.
Birm media typically lasts approximately 5-10 years depending on water quality.
In some conditions, the media may only 3 to 5 years or less.
High iron, manganese or sulfur content; or high usage from irrigating with treated water, can cause the Greensand media to be replaced sooner.
Mineral tank generally last a lifetime unless damaged by weather, acts of god, installed improperly, etc.
Birm filters, similar to all iron filters can require maintenance depending on water quality.
ie. Brine injector may need to be cleaned a few times per year. They may get clogged with sediment, iron or manganese that can be present in your water.
The piston, spacers and seals can be worn or get stuck when iron, sediment or manganese is present in the water. These may need to be removed, cleaned or replaced. Replacing is generally more effective since parts are typically inexpensive.
Filter Replacement:
Bottom three (Sediment and Carbon Filters) - 6 to 12 months
Alkalizing Filter - 1 to 2 years depending on use
RO membrane - 2 to 3 years depending on use
Water quality will affect longevity.
Company warrants to the original consumer purchaser that the water conditioning systems specified below, and the parts listed in this section below, will be free from DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of purchase for the following periods* subject to the manufacturer's warranty.:
Fleck Water Softeners And Filters:
- 5 year warranty on the control valve, which includes all parts except for ware parts such as the piston, spacers, and seals.
- 10 year warranty on the tanks
- 1 year warranty on the distributor
- No warranty on media
SoftPro Green RO Water System:
- 5 year manufacturer warranty
*Refer to more details on our warranty page.
Our systems can easily be installed by a local plumber or handyman or by our DIY customers.
For installation guides and videos, please click here: Install Videos & Guides
PROPER FILTER SIZING
What Filter Size?
In general, match your effective well pump flow rate to the backwash requirements to select the appropriate filter size.
Typical size is the 1.5 CUFT size, if your well pump can accommodate. An option is that you can also select a smaller size, if higher flow rates are not required.
NOTE: Minimum Well Pump Flow Rates Are Required. See Specs below or try our WISDOM tool.
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