U78-767P Gauge with Indicator Adaptor, hose 1 1/2” P/N 99223000
The Pentair Meteor Filter System is a high rate sand filter designed to produce clear, sparkling water with minimal maintenance. It operates by distributing water evenly downward across a sand bed to remove dirt particles, which are then flushed out through the center pipe and returned to the pool. The system requires proper installation on a level solid base and the use of specific No. 20 standard silica sand.
| Filter Sand Type | No. 20 standard silica sand |
|---|---|
| Sand Uniformity Coefficient | 1.75 or less |
| Sand Particle Size | .018-.022 inches (.45 to .55 mm) |
| Required Turnover Rate | Twice in a twenty-four hour period |
You must use only No. 20 standard silica sand having a uniformity coefficient of 1.75 or less.
The system must turnover the total volume of water in the pool at least twice in a twenty-four hour period.
No, the filter's function is to remove suspended matter from the water and does not sanitize the water.