Filters Fast® FFGAC-10BB Replacement For American Plumber WGCHD

The Filters Fast® FFGAC-10BB is the correct replacement for the American Plumber WGCHD compatible big blue water filter. The Filters Fast® FFGAC-10BB is a GAC (granular activated carbon) water filter that reduces bad tastes and odors, as well as chlorine taste and odor, in your water. The Filters Fast® FFGAC-10BB filter design promotes maximum carbon/water contact time, therefore maximizing filtration efficiency.

This 10 inch filter is used in all Big Blue systems, including the HD-950, and replaces cartridges from Ametek, US Filter, Plymouth, Pentek, Culligan, Kleen Plus, Bruner, American Plumber and many other brands.

Filters Fast® FFGAC-10BB - 10" Big Blue Water Filter Specifications:

• Part Number: FFGAC-10BB
• Replaces Part number: WGCHD, 155153-43
• Filter Media: GAC (granular activated carbon)
• 20 Micron Rating
• 4 1/2 inch x 9 3/4 inch cartridge
• 12,000 gallon filter capacity
• Temperature Range: 40 - 125° F
• Reduces chlorine taste & odor
• Up to 4 Gallons Per Minute Flow Rate

Please note that the Filters Fast® FFGAC-10BB is an undersink water filter and should not be used in whole house applications. For a whole house filter, consider the Pentek RFC-BB, which has a higher flow rate to handle whole house applications.

The Filters Fast® FFGAC-10BB cartridge fits the following water filter housings:

• 10 inch Big Blue housings

Note: The Filters Fast® FFGAC-10BB is an undersink water filter and should not be used in whole house applications. For whole house filter applications, please consider the Filters Fast® FF10BBS-25.

The Pentek GAC-BB, 155153-43 Big Blue GAC Water Filter Cartridge reduces bad tastes and odors, as well as chlorine taste and odor, in your water. The GAC-BB filter design promotes maximum carbon/water contact time, therefore maximizing filtration efficiency. This Big Blue filter is also known as the GAC-BB, GACBB, and GAC-BBS by Ametek, Culligan, and US Filter, as part number 155153, and as the American Plumber WGCHD Heavy Duty GAC Water Filter Cartridge. The Pentek GAC-BB needs to be replaced every 3 - 6 months, or based upon the return of bad taste or odor or a decrease in water pressure.

Specifications:

• Brand: Pentek
• Part Number: GAC-BB, 155153-43
• Pack Size: 1
• Filter Life (Months): 3 - 6 months (depending on water quality and usage)
• Dimensions: 4-1/2" x 9-3/4"
• Flow Rate: 2 gpm
• Operating Temperature: 40 - 125° F
• NSF Certification(s): 42

How do you install the Pentek GAC-BB, 155153-43?

1. Turn off water supply. Press red pressure-relief button (if present).
2. Unscrew housing. Remove large o-ring, wipe clean and set aside.
3. Discard used Pentek GAC-BB, 155153-43 filter cartridge. Wash housing with dish soap and warm water using a nonabrasive sponge or cloth. Rinse thoroughly.
4. Fill 1/3 with water. Add about 1 tablespoon of bleach and scrub to disinfect. Rinse thoroughly.
5. Lubricate o-ring with clean silicone grease. Change o-ring if any damage cuts or degradation are present. Insert o-ring in groove.
6. NOTE: This step is important to ensure a proper housing seal. Make certain the o-ring is seated level in the groove.
7. Insert new Pentek GAC-BB, 155153-43 filter cartridge.
8. Screw housing onto the cap and hand-tighten. Do not over tighten. Make sure cap standpipe slips into cartridge.
9. Turn on water supply. Press pressure-relief button (if present). Check for leaks before leaving installation.

How often should you replace the Pentek GAC-BB, 155153-43?

• Changing your Pentek GAC-BB, 155153-43 is a very quick and easy process that should be done once every three to six months.

What contaminants does the Pentek GAC-BB, 155153-43 reduce?

• The Pentek GAC-BB, 155153-43 is NSF 42 certified, which means that it reduces the following contaminants:

  • Chlorine Taste & Odor

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