Sterling SGM-250A - Manuals

Page 6 Water Management Systems and Products 1-2 Sand and Gravel Automatic Backwash Filters Sterling/Sterlco sand and gravel filters are shipped complete with: • Tank • Valve manifold • Gauges • Initial charge of sand and gravel The system switches valves automatically. Two backwash control mechanis...

Water Management Systems and Products Page 7 Note: Centrifugal separation systems must not be used for closed- loop or chilled water systems; back flushing eliminates chemicals added to the system. 1-4 BFS Series Bag Filters BFS Series bag filters can be used for full flow or bypass applications. BF...

Page 8 Water Management Systems and Products 2 Shipping Information 2-1 Unpacking and Inspection You should inspect your Sterling/Sterlco water management systems and products for possible shipping damage. Thoroughly check the equipment for any damage that might have occurred in transit, such as bro...

Water Management Systems and Products Page 9 2-3 If the Shipment is Not Complete Check the packing list. The apparent shortage may be intentional. Back-ordered items are noted on the packing list. You should have: ; Sterling/Sterlco water management system equipment or chemical treatment products ; ...

Page 10 Water Management Systems and Products 3 Installation 3-1 Installing the Sand and Gravel Backwash Filter Selecting an Installation Site Place the unit on a suitable and level foundation, preferably a concrete floor or pad and near the pump for best operation. The location you select must also...

Water Management Systems and Products Page 11 Filling the Unit Fill the water tank with water by opening valves e and f . Valves c , d , g , and h are automatically controlled by a timer. After you open valves e and f , water flows and is filtered in the normal direction. Take a moment now, while th...

Page 12 Water Management Systems and Products Complete the installation of your Centri-Separator system by plugging the unit into a 110-volt source of electricity. The Centri-Separator system is now ready to use. 3-3 Installing the BFS Series Bag Filter Selecting an Installation Site Place the unit ...

Water Management Systems and Products Page 13 4 Specifications Sand and Gravel Automatic Backwash Filters • Model SGM-250A is equipped with automatic valves operated from a time device so that backwash is accomplished periodically on an automatic basis. Dimensions in. (cm) Shipping Pressure Model L ...

Page 14 Water Management Systems and Products 5 Operation 5-1 Sand and Gravel Automatic Backwash Filter Adjusting Timer Adjust the time control of the SGM-250A if desired. The factory set timer is set to backwash four minutes every 24 hours. Frequency and duration may be reset as required. See diagr...

Water Management Systems and Products Page 15 The Model SGM-250P backwashes based upon pressure differential across the filter media. Additionally, an adjustable timer allows back washing for up to five minutes. The factory setting is four minutes. The pressure differential switch is adjustable for ...

Page 16 Water Management Systems and Products 5-3 BFS Series Bag Filters Bags are easily removed from the top of the filter housing. Before removing the bag filter be sure that pressure has been relieved and that the filter housing has been isolated to prevent spill over. ! CAUTION SEVERE INJURY WIL...

Water Management Systems and Products Page 17 preferably a garden hose if possible. Return it to the filter housing ensuring that the U-shaped gasket fits securely to the bottom of the strainer. Make sure that the strainer head gasket is secure. Reposition the strainer cover on top of the filter hou...

Page 18 Water Management Systems and Products Parts Department Call toll-free 7am–5pm CST [800] 423-3183 or call [262] 641-8610 or fax [262] 641-8653 The ACS Customer Service Group will provide your company with genuine OEM quality parts manufactured to engineering design specifications, which will ...