
April 03P/N 200738 Rev B
GENERAL ECOLOGY, INC.
COMPONENT MAINTENANCE MANUAL
P/N 770011 AC-2-1 DAL
P/N 770012 AC-2-1 DRS P/N 770102 AC-2-1 CAL
P/N 770103 AC-2-1 CRS
1. DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
A. Description
(1) The system is an in-line, potable water microfilter used in the galley and in the lavatory. It
microfilters water as it is used and requires no storage tank, no waste line, no electric power and
no backwash.
(2) The unit is configured with integral 37° flare inlet and outlet ports. A rigid welded mounting
bracket allows bulkhead installation.
(3) Cartridge - Two types of microfiltration cartridge are available:
(a) PN 778000, RS-1SG
The cartridge is rated at 0.4 micron particle retention. It is intended to remove pathogenic
bacteria, protozoan cysts, chlorine, organic chemicals, as well as foul tastes and odors. It is
included as original equipment in system on PN 770012 and 770103.
(b) PN 770006, AL-21SG
The cartridge is rated at 2 to 5 micron retention. It is intended to remove chlorine and other
foul tastes and odors. It is included as original equipment in system on PN 770011 and
770102.
B. Service
Only required service is changing filter cartridge after every 3,000 flight hours, or 3,000 gallons (11,400
liters) have been filtered for cartridge 770006; 1,000 flight hours or 1,000 gallons (3,800) liters) for
cartridge 778000.
C. Technical Data
Weight: 3.10 lb. (1.41 kg)
Height: 6.758 in (171.6 mm)
Diameter: 5.044 in. (128.1 mm)
Normal Operating Pressure: 25 - 30 psi (1.72 - 2.07 bar)
Max. Operating Pressure: 125 psi (8.6 bar)
Flow Rate: 1 gpm (3.8 l/min)
Burst Pressure: 250 psi (17.2 bar)
Operating Temperature: 33°F to +145°F (.5°C to +63°C) with water.
Non-Operating Temperature: -67°F to +185°F (-55°C to 85°C) without water.
(Assuming water is drained from pressure vessel.)
2. TESTING AND FAULT ISOLATION
Not applicable.
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