How to Backwash the Ultima II Filter

!: How to Backwash the Ultima II Filter

Learn how to backwash the Aqua Ultraviolet Ultima II Bead Filter. Step One: Turn off your pump. Step Two: Turn the filter valve from Filter to Backwash. Step Three: Turn on your pump. Step Four: Watch the discharge pipe. The water will run dirty and eventually it will run clear. Step Five: Turn off your pump. Step Six: Turn the valve from Backwash to Rinse. Step Seven: Turn on your pump. Step Eight: Again, the water will run dirty out of the discharge pipe. Wait for it to run clear. Step Nine: Turn off your pump. Step Ten: Turn the valve from Rinse to Filter. Step Eleven: Turn on your pump. Now your filter is running again. Things to keep in mind: -Make sure your water level in your pond is topped off before you backwash your filter. That way you can have plenty of water to clean your filter. -Most people backwash their Ultima II filters about once a week. Backwash more frequently if you have a higher fish load in your pond, less frequently if you have a light load. -Make sure you de-chlorinate any water while you add it to your pond to refill it. Chlorine is toxic to fish. For more information, visit www.koiacres.com

How to Backwash the Ultima II Filter

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