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    Tier1

    TIER1-ECP5-20

    Tier1 20 inch x 4.5 inch Whole House Pleated Polyester Water Filter (5 Micron)

    Fits most stand housings built for 20-inch x 4.5 inch filter cartridges
    • Ships fast!

    • Easy installation and filter exchanges within minutes

    • Provides fresh, cleaner tasting water throughout your home

    • Lasts for up to 6 months, depending on use and water quality

    format_list_bulleted Features & Specs
    Package Qty: 1
    Manufacturer: Tier1
    Manufacturer's Id: ECP5-20
    UPC: 700355940937
    Actual Size (in): 20 inches (length) x 4 1/2 inches (outside diameter)
    Media: Pleated Polyester
    Primary Filter Media: Pleated Polyester
    Operating Temperature (°F): 40 - 125
    Operating Temperature (°C): 4.4 - 51.7
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    Brand: Tier1
    Advertised Size: 20 x 4-1/2
    Depth (in): 4.5 in
    Length (in): 19.78 in
    Outside Diameter (in): 4.5 in
    Width (cm): 11.43 in
    Width (in): 4.5 in
    Media Type: Sediment Filter
    UPC's For Search: 700355940937 | 051678496435
    Micron Rating Nominal: 5
    Netsuite Item Type: Whole House Cartridges
    description Instructions
    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 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 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
    warning_amber Contaminants
  • Dirt Sand Sediment
  • Particles
  • Sand
  • Sediment
  • Silt
  • filter_alt Filter Life
    Filter Life (gallons): 6 months
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    Tier1 ECP5-20 Filter Advantages

    The Tier1 Pentek ECP5-20BB comparable whole house pleated polyester sediment water filter is ideal for 20 x 4.5-inch whole house filtration systems with chlorinated water. Reduce the fine dirt and sediment that disrupt your home water use. Users can experience this excellent product with the protection of an Unconditional Product Guarantee for Life of the Product. Order the Tier1 Pentek ECP5-20BB comparable whole house sediment water filter today!

    Pleated Filter Design

    The Tier1 ECP5-20 uses pleated filter design to maximize contaminant exposure to filter media. More time along the media allows for higher capture and retention of unwanted contaminants. This also allows for greater amounts of larger particles of sediment and sand to collect within the pleats of the filter. This pleated design enhances structural stability and helps increase the performance of the filter.

    Universal Filter Sizing

    The 20 X 4.5 pleated polyester replacement filter by Tier1 is built to fit 20-inch x 4.5-inch filter housings. This standard sizing allows this filter to easily replace existing styles of whole house filters for housings requiring 20 x 4.5 inch filters. The ECP5-20 goes to work immediately providing cleaner, fresher water for up to six months. Enjoy cleaner better water with your whole house replacement filter today.


    TIER1-ECP5-20   is comparable with the following part number(s)

    • 255494-43
    • 255496-43
    • 4PAY5
    • Pentek ECP5-20BB
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