Tannins can cause yellow water and yellow staining on fabrics and fixtures. Tannins measuring 0.5 PPM or higher may cause staining and/or interference with various water treatment processes.
Note: A Tannin filter will not remove or kill microorganisms that can contribute to water with higher turbidity levels. If these issues exist, please contact customer service.
- High capacity resin
- Easy-to-program metered electronic head
- Standard bypass included
- Chrome tank jacket standard
- Reduces tannins up to 10 PPM
- 60-day customer satisfaction guarantee
- 18"x 33" round brine tank that holds 375 lbs. of salt
Your water must have <2.0ppm Iron. If you have more then that you will need to employ pretreatment for the iron before hand by purchasing one of our Pelican Whole House Iron Filter Systems.
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There Are 3 Important Steps To Softening
- Backwashing Phase: This removes dirt from the mineral tank and is part of the regeneration process
- Regeneration Phase: The mineral tank is recharged with sodium from the brine tank solution and displaces calcium and magnesium, which is then washed down the drain during the Backwashing Phase.
- Rinse Phase: The mineral tank is rinsed with fresh water and loads the brine tank so that it is ready for the next cycle.
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As water passes through the mineral tank, the positively charged calcium and magnesium ions are lost to negatively charged plastic beads. The brine tank holds a solution of water and salt that will flush the mineral tank and replace the calcium and magnesium ions with sodium. Recharging cycles are controlled by the meter on the top of the tank (normally once every 7 days).
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Pelican PT3 Tannin Filter and Salt-Softener 1-3 Bath is rated
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Jim w from
Tannin removal from water
It works as advertised! Hope it works for the long haul!
Date published: 2019-02-20
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dbcahillyii from
Fixed my water!!
I installed this over 2 weeks ago, and the system is running like it's supposed to. Installation was very easy, and it completely fixed the horrible water odors and staining after the first regeneration cycle.
Date published: 2018-12-03
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Clara Plank from
My son installed the unit and had no problems. Seems to have fixed our water problems!
Date published: 2017-03-22
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B Sydnor from
Follow instructions and don't be afraid to call support line if questions arise. They are very knowledgable.
Date published: 2016-01-16
How often do you need to regenerate the tannins removal system? How long does the medium lasts?
Asked by: Pollysboy
This is a metered system, so the frequency will depend on your water usage in the home, which system size you go with and the amount of hardness and tannins in the water.
Answered by: Pelican Water
Date published: 2020-08-12
Will the Tannin filter remove calcium and magnesium like a water softner? I currently use a Nuvo carbon taste and water conditioning cartridge system.....would this be placed in front of that filter system?
Asked by: Bear
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| Q. If I am on a sodium-restricted diet or suffer from hypertension is there a substitute for salt that I can add to the Pelican Water Softeners? |
Yes, You can use potassium chloride instead of salt. The benefit is that you will be adding potassium to your water instead of sodium. Potassium chloride is a more expensive alternative but well worth the cost when weighing the benefits.
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| Q. What type of salt should I use in the Pelican Water Softeners? |
It is recommended that coarse salt be used, which most grocery stores carry in bulk. Block salt should never be used.
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| Q. Will I notice a pressure loss after installing a Pelican Water Softener? |
With all brands of water softeners there will be a pressure drop. The Pelican Advantage Series Water Softeners are of the highest quality available on the market therefore the pressure drop will be very low compared to most other brands..
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| Q. Can the Pelican Water Softeners drain line be drained into my septic system and what type of affect will it have on the drain field? |
According to the Water Quality Association Technical Papers concerning septic tanks, etc.: Concerns about salt and soil absorption rates were dispelled. The increased sodium content in the tanks discharge was shown to have no detrimental effect on the soil's ability to absorb water in a normal drain field. Interestingly, certain soil conditions benefited from it. Additionally, when the softener's calcium-rich regeneration backwash emptied into the septic system, the discharge could actually improve the soils percolation the conclusion drawn from these tests is that the softened water is not harmful to a normally operating septic system or drain field.
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| Q. Can the drain line be located above the softener? |
As long as the water pressure at the softener is not less than 40 PSI and the run of the drain line does not exceed 15', your discharge line may be elevated up to 4' above the system. For each additional 10 PSI of water supply the line can be elevated an additional 2'.
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| Q. Is softened water recommended for use on my plants or lawn? |
If you are using sodium chloride to regenerate you resin, overtime, softened water could be harmful to your plants and other vegetation. It is recommended that the outside faucets be bypassed from the softener.
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| Q. How much salt will I have to add to the Pelican Water Softener? |
A typical home with a family of 4 with 2.5 bathrooms and a hardness of 10 will require a 32,000 grains softener that will regenerate every 11 days. The softener uses about 9 lbs of salt per regeneration, so if your brine tank is full (400lbs) from the start, you will not add salt for about 10 months.
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| Q. Do I need to know what size my plumbing fittings are before I order the Pelican Water Softener? |
No, the Pelican Water Softener System comes complete with ¾" and 1" copper and CPVC plumbing fittings and also a 50' drain line for your convenience.
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PT3 |
System Height: |
62.5" |
Tank Width: |
10" |
Max. Flow Rate: |
10 GPM |
Connection Size: |
1" |
Operating Pressure: |
25-100 PSI |
Operating Temperatures: |
36-120 F |
pH Range: |
6-7 |
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PT6 |
System Height: |
62.5" |
Tank Width: |
13" |
Max. Flow Rate: |
14 GPM |
Connection Size: |
1" |
Operating Pressure: |
25-100 PSI |
Operating Temperatures: |
36-120 F |
pH Range: |
6-7 |
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- Pelican Tannin Reduction filter system
- Bypass valve and fittings (1”)
- Brine tank with float and drain line
- Installation guide
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