Dr. Clark Whole House Water Filter Kit (Ver. 1)* w/ board

Dr. Clark Whole House Water Filter Kit (Ver. 1)* w/ board

Compare Version 1 with Version 2
Part List for Version 1
Hot Backwash Whole House Water Filter
Purity
Backwash
Hot Water
Loose Carbon Media
Fully Automatic
Superior Filtration
Large Filter
Economical
Easy Install
Complete Coverage
Does Not Create “Hungry Water”
No Additives”
Plumbers Instructions”
Guarantee

Compare Version 1 with Version 2

The only difference is that version 2 spends less water.  Both the version 1 and 2 now includes four Specially Made Automatic Valves that are designed to operate 24 hours, two Normally Open Automatic (Solenoid) Valves (that remain open in case of power outage) and two Normally Closed ones (remain closed in case of power outage).

Version 2 includes a Computerized Main Control Valve. When you receive it the valve is set to 10 minutes backwash plus 6 minutes rinse cycle. This equals 16 minutes total x 4 gallons per minute (GPM) = 64 gallons.

You can reduce the 64GPM water consumption to 40 GPM on the Version 2 Filters by reducing the backwash time to 6 minutes backwash and rinse time to 4 minutes (10 minutes x 4 GPM = 40 gallons per backwash.

Further on Version 2 Filter you can adjust the backwash to always happen at the same time of the week. You have a choice between every day to every 99 days. Version 1 can backwash every day to every 12 days.

Version 1 consumes 120 gallons of water (30 minutes x 4 GPM) per backwash and is not adjustable to consume less.

Parts List for Version 2

1. Water Filter Tank (9” by 48”)
2. Control Valve with Micro-Switch
3. Transformer: 24V AC, 1.25A
4. Pre-washed Coconut Carbon in Whole House Filter, 1 cubic foot (inside filter)
5. Pre-washed Coconut Carbon for Backwash Filter (plastic bag)
6. Two Normally Open Automatic (Selenoid) In-Line Valves
7. Two Normally Closed Automatic (Selenoid) In-Line Valves
8. Filter Housing (1’ tall) for Backwash Filter
9. Tool for removing Filter Housing (Backwash Filter)
10. Empty cartridge for Backwash Filter
11. Leads with color coding for easy installation
12. Tube for backwash outlet
13. Teflon tape
14. Thermometer
15. Six-page Instructions (this one) with Diagram
16. Two page Service Manual Card (inside Main Filter Housing)

** We do not guarantee that the fourautomatic valves (green sprinkler valves) in the filter kit meet regulations in your area.  You have the option of buying our specially made Automatic Valves. We recommend you buy minimum two of the Normally Open ones, so your system will not shut down during power outage and require a manual restart.

Hot Backwash Whole House Water Filter

Dr. Clark has been testing and re-testing the filter and has, as of this date, found that it works to her satisfaction.

The basic idea that hot carbon is more easily cleaned in hot water than cold is perhaps intuitive for most people that do dishes and laundry. There may also be a more scientific explanation, see hot water has been proven to expand the tiny little pores in the activated carbon, hence making it easier for pollutants to be dislodged from the trap. It is well known that carbon does not filter hot water for that reason. The chlorine molecules simply are not trapped effectively with carbon if the water is hot. This is why we now offer KDF shower filters.

We continue to improve on the design of the filter, making it easier to install. We also found that reducing backwash time and thereby saving water still results in effective regeneration (cleansing of the carbon).

Designed by Dr. Clark
In 2007, after 2 years of researching many filter combinations and filter media Dr. Clark finally found this filter and filter medium to meet her requirements. We have worked tirelessly on improving the design of this filter keeping in mind Dr. Clark’s strict requirements.

Purity:

Specially processed and pre-hot-washed Activated Carbon from Coconut Shells is used as filter medium.

Backwash:

Since the filter does not contain tightly packed filter media, it backwashes effectively, washing out impurities.

Hot Water:

There is noting like this in the world! This is the first filter on the market that takes advantage of the fact that carbon pores expand in hot water allowing for a more effective regeneration.

Loose Carbon Media

Only loose carbon can be effectively regenerated. During backwash the carbon media is lifted up and tumbled around in hot water. This is not possible with tightly packed filters. Loose carbon also prevents the formation of “water ways” in the carbon. Water follows the law of least resistance and with time it carves a water way right through your filter. Those waterways are destroyed during backwash.

Fully Automatic:

The filter is fully automatic and performs a Hot Water Backwash every 1 to 99 days (your choice). Dr. Clark recommends every 5 days.

Superior Filtration:

Activated Carbon is known for being the most effective filter medium for organic solvents, such as oils, benzene, and chlorine. Those are the type of toxins Dr. Clark is most concerned with.

Large Filter

The shear quantity of carbon (1 cu ft) contributes to the filters effectiveness.

Economical:

Water consumption has been reduced to 40 GPBW on the Version 2 Filters by reducing the backwash time to 6 minutes backwash and rinse time to 4 minutes (10 minutes x 4 GPM = 40 gallons per backwash. Main filter medium (1 qu ft carbon) does not need to be changed more often than once every 3 to 5 years.

Easy Install:

We now have the filter “pre-installed” on a board so that you don’t have to pay your plumber to become confused about how to install it. We have also recently simplified the electronic circuits, making for a “fail-proof” installation.

Complete Coverage:

You get rid of toxic elements before the water enters the house. For a full list of these elements and the filters effectiveness on them visit: http://drclarkstore.com/activatedcarbon.html

Does Not Create “Hungry Water”

The filter does not take out all your minerals from the water and therefore does not attach to your plumbing system as “hungry water does”.

No Additives

The filter does not add any chemicals to your water.

Many prominent researchers agree with Dr. Clark that chlorine is a killer. It is even defined by the US EPA as a pesticide! Dr. Robert Carlson, a highly accomplished researcher from the University of Minnesota who’s work is sponsored by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency, sums it up by claiming, “the chlorine problem is similar to that of air pollution”, and adds that “chlorine is the greatest crippler and killer of modern times!”

Plumbers Instructions:

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Before you start installation please measure the water pressure on the house with a pressure tester (available at plumping supply stores). If it’s over 55 then install a pressure regulator to 50 psi, if you choose not to do that the warrantee is voided.

Each board is tested for leaks at 55 psi before it is sent out. We guarantee that the assembly board is working properly under 55 psi when it leaves our facility.