How to clean out a Fernox TF1 filter

Cleaning out a Fernox TF1 , Today we are going to show you how to clean out a Fernox TF1 Magnetic central heating filter. First of all we need to turn the boiler off , so this is an ideal logic but what ever boiler you have just turn it off. So the way i do it is first of all i turn the two red valves off on some models these will be black and then remove the little black cap on the bottom of the filter. I then connect a washing machine hose you can just tip it into a bucket but I prefer the hose , this is also close to the floor then you can just divert the spray where ever you want to , we then need to remove the magnet out of the top , this is in a dry sleeve so you can just pull it straight out , we can then turn the black cap on the bottom and drain the filter down then open one of the isolation valves and just pour it into a bucket until it runs clear then just put your magnet back in place and open your taps, then top the boiler back up if required and turn the power back on . Thank you for watching our video how to clean out a Fernox TF1 Total Filter

[uj]

..your video instruction was simple and easy to follow, especially for my small brain, thanks

[mikebarton]

Thanks, very clear. The washing machine hose tip saved me a lot of mess.

[gedheaton]

Super helpful video Alan, I would add to don't ever undo the big thread holding the pocket in unless you have a spare seal or you enjoy call backs.

[The.Occasional.Uploader]

This really helped me, so thank you very much.

[Mrkc]

That were grand fella, simple precise destruction’s, hope this clears my F75 fault code, if not its rubber mallet on whizzer that pumps water, if that fails its pressure censor n if that fails get someone in better than me eh lad !!
Whats he like eh 😅

[ogotuwaobuto]

Mine is leaking at the narrow part of the filter before the metal part and the cap you removed.

Do I need a new rubber washer?

[davidelgar]

What about removing top section needs removing to expose magnet plastic sleeve within this tends to hold the magnetic particles and sludge use paper towel or rinse

[SimonFrewins]

How often does a Fernox TF1 need this done?

[jameswilson]

Alan, any chance of showing the ERP red seal change, I found it to be a pain, any tips would be great.
Jimmy wilson.

[miketait]

What size of washing machine hose did you use? 22mm?

[Dan-vxvg]

Hi, thanks for the video. I am following it completely, however draining into a pot instead. No matter what i do nothing drains from the bottom of filter even with ball valve open it. When i open one or both red valves i just get a dribble for a few seconds. Please help, is it blocked?

[chrisbailey]

Hello everyone, Did you know that Fernox will not sell you a replacement magnet assembly for their Filters, even if you have just installed a new one and dropped the magnet assembly breaking it making the filter useless, No you have to buy a complete new filter.
What an excellent customer service policy.

[Enpassantful]

I don't think that is how you are supposed to do it. The way I do it is, turn the red valves off to isolate the filter, remove the magnet, attach a hose (optional) open the valve at the bottom of the filter with the black cap, then turn the small bleed screw within the large nut at the top of the filter to release the pressure, filter then empties. Close valve when filter has emptied, remove large nut 18mm, fill with F1 protector, replace large nut, tighten up bleed screw. Open red valves, turn on CH to circulate F1. Job done.

[SNIPERS]

Mine is dripping water, how deos that affect the performance of the Boiler?

[ScorchedEarth-cdcl]

I can`t line my yellow arrow up. The lid is tight with no leaks but arrow in wrong place.

[BritRael]

How do you do it if there are no isolation valves fitted?

[ninghir]

would I need to bleed any air out afterwards?

[andrewgill]

How would I then add the inhibitor without taking top off?

[davidsaint]

Rubbish. You need to open the top with big ring spanner. You only pulled out clean magnet The dirt is stuck in the magnet holder inside the lid. Flushing through doesn’t clean all the gunk off