Earlier I mentioned that this filter had arrived and I would be doing a comprehensive test like I did for the Sunsun. Unlike the Sunsun the CFS 500 is a bottom pump design that pulls water from top to bottom and potentially from all directions if modified. Modifications to increase this filters surface area by 300% around it circumference were conducted using the media provided. later mods will include a basket version which will increase surface are by 500% for full 360 degree circumference filtration .
Below the box which is thick cardboard well packed and has its own carry handle with instructions printed on the box.
Below I work the stiff tight valves with Vaseline lube at all moving points and work the valve gently free and brake it in for use. this will help avoid braking by being to strong handed. Always work a valve free with gentle back and forth pressure. Never force a valve free.
Below I cut the outflow fitting neck down because its necessary and allows more flow and the hose to fit more snug eliminating the need
for a clamp.
Below the inflow tube is fitted using Vaseline and the clamp is easily pre-tightened then slipped on tightly and effectively rather then trying to use pliers which damages the clamp. using this method no metal clamps are needed.
Below the clamp first sized by hand and then slipped on for very tight service. note telescoping down tube extension attached.
Bedtime, more to follow later
Below the box which is thick cardboard well packed and has its own carry handle with instructions printed on the box.
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Below I work the stiff tight valves with Vaseline lube at all moving points and work the valve gently free and brake it in for use. this will help avoid braking by being to strong handed. Always work a valve free with gentle back and forth pressure. Never force a valve free.
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Below I cut the outflow fitting neck down because its necessary and allows more flow and the hose to fit more snug eliminating the need
for a clamp.
![](/forums/proxy.php?image=http%3A%2F%2Fi582.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fss270%2FCWO4GUNNER_G%2FCFS%2520500%2520ODYSSEA%2520TEST%2FCFS500TEST2004.jpg%3Ft%3D1290409391&hash=65fdd6b40b31c6c037baa78341291216)
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Below the inflow tube is fitted using Vaseline and the clamp is easily pre-tightened then slipped on tightly and effectively rather then trying to use pliers which damages the clamp. using this method no metal clamps are needed.
![](/forums/proxy.php?image=http%3A%2F%2Fi582.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fss270%2FCWO4GUNNER_G%2FCFS%2520500%2520ODYSSEA%2520TEST%2FCFS500TEST2007.jpg%3Ft%3D1290409560&hash=60ec6c54fd1efef70a8ce31d45750e5f)
Below the clamp first sized by hand and then slipped on for very tight service. note telescoping down tube extension attached.
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Bedtime, more to follow later