Washing machines are a leading cause of septic system failures. A typical family washing machine produces enough lint every year to carpet a living room floor! Lint screens and nylon socks trap less than 5% of these particles. These small, light particles don't settle in the septic tank. Instead, they in suspension and are flushed out to the drain field, where they plug up the pores of the soil bed. To compound the problem, much of our clothing is now made of non-biodegradable, synthetic materials such as polyester and nylon. Once these synthetic materials enter the drain field, there is no way to remove them. The Septic Protector is the only product which can eliminate this problem and has been featured on CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, FOX and in Mother Earth News, Family Handyman and numerous other publications.

Notice: The Filtrol 160™ is 7" and projects about 7 1/2" from the wall. From the top fitting to the bottom it is about 13" but you should allow a little more space above the unit to remove the top and clean the filter. Please make sure you have enough space before ordering.

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Lint from washing machines is a leading cause of septic system failure, as it plugs up the drain field (for more information click here and for research results click here). The Filtrol 160™ washing machine lint trap is the only filter designed to remove these damaging particles before they go down the drain and damage your system. The Filtrol 160™ is a patented, re-useable, in line filter that you attach to your washing machine discharge hose that protects your septic system. It has been featured on CNN, ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, FOX and in Mother Earth News, Family Handyman and numerous other publications.

Entire communities, prisons, and laundromats are using the Filtrol 160™ washing machine lint trap, and many contractors are automatically including it with every system they install. Some government agencies would like to make the Filtrol 160™ a code requirement. Many clean water agencies are now writing their materials to include filtering wash water. People on city sewer systems are also using the Filtrol 160™, because lint is a leading cause of sewer pipe obstructions.

The Filtrol 160™ washing machine lint trap is a patented, re-useable filter that attaches to your washing machine discharge hose and removes the non-biodegradable fibers like polyester and nylon, sand, hair and pet fur before they go down the drain and plug your septic system and drainpipes. Even laundromats and government facilities are using the Filtrol 160™.

This product is now being used by and/or recommended by · Universities · State Water Quality Agencies · Professional Contractors · Homeowners · Laundromats · Engineering and Consulting Firms · Entire Communities and Neighborhoods · Environmental Agencies · Mobile Home Parks · Some Government Agencies have stated "This product is long overdue" and would like to make the Filtrol 160™ a code requirement! Why? Because it works!

The Filtrol 160™ comes with extra hose, clamps, fittings, and a mounting bracket for easy installation (you supply the 2 screws that hold the bracket on the wall). Most homeowners can install the unit in 10-15 minutes.

The Filtrol 160™ comes with a bracket for mounting on the wall near the washing machine. All necessary hose, clamps and fittings are included (you supply the two screws that hold the bracket to the wall).

These are examples of typical installations, however, because not all laundry rooms are the same you may have to modify your set-up.

The Filtrol 160™ comes with a 160 micron filter that you empty out over a garbage container every 1-3 weeks and will last 1-3 years. Replacement bags are $12.95. Most will order a second filter to save on shipping charges.*

Or, you can use the optional 30 micron cartridge filter which you clean with a garden hose every 2-3 weeks and replace every 6-12 months at $24.95. We recommend the 160 micron washing machine filter for most people, because it is easier to use, lasts longer, costs less and in most cases it is more than adequate to protect your system. The 30 micron filter is really designed for commercial establishment which have much greater usage requirements.

• Location- You will not want to install the Filtrol 160™ washing machine lint trap under a low hanging cabinet. This could interfere with the removal of the filter for cleaning. If possible, the top of the Filtrol 160™ should not exceed 60 inches. Discharge hose can be routed to a standpipe, wallbox or laundry tub (figures 1 & 2). The Filtrol 160™ is 7" and projects about 7 1/2" from the wall. From the top fitting to the bottom it is about 13" but you should allow a little more space above the unit to remove the top and clean the filter.
• Discharge Hose- If existing discharge hose is brittle, split or the wrong size, it should be replaced with 1" ID hose (supplied). Note: On some washing machines (General Electric, for example) you may need to obtain a 1 inch union fitting (available at most hardware stores) to properly attach the new hose. On most machines the new hose will easily attach to the fitting that protrudes from the back. Be aware that some machines will discharge 2-3 cups of water when hose is removed.
• Attachment- When attaching bracket to the wall, screws should be driven into a stud (see figure 3). The Filtrol 160™ will become extremely heavy when it is full of water. If drilling into plaster or drywall and you can not locate a stud, expander bolts, or toggle bolts, should be used. Hint: First attach the bracket to a 3/4 inch thick piece of plywood, then attach the plywood to the wall.
• Cleaning- Frequency of cleaning the filter will depend on the types and amounts of materials being laundered. In most cases the filter will need to be cleaned every 10-15 washloads. Clean filter often for best results.
• Caution-Always unplug washing machine before moving it or performing any type of service.
• The Filtrol 160™ comes with a 90 day money back guarantee. If after using the Filtrol 160™ for 3 months, you don.t think it is protecting your system, send it back for a full refund. Most people, after seeing how well it works, begin recommending it or giving them as gifts to their friends and neighbors, after all, the only thing worse than having a failed system is living next door to one. We have even received letters from people saying that after using this filter (and stopping the constant assault of material fibers) their sluggish and failed systems have started working again.

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