During field operations, tactical water purification systems use multimedia sand filters to remove suspended solids prior to chemical disinfection. Field water specialists must backwash the multimedia filter whenever the differential pressure between the inlet and outlet gauges reaches 15 psi. Backwashing flushes trapped silt and organic sediment out through the drain line, restoring normal flow rates to the downstream microfilters. Performing this procedure prevents premature clogging of the secondary filtration cartridges and ensures consistent drinking water delivery.
According to the passage, at what point must specialists backwash the multimedia filter?
- AWhen the differential pressure between the gauges reaches 50 psi
- When the differential pressure between the gauges reaches 15 psiCevap
- CAfter the secondary filtration cartridges become clogged
- DImmediately prior to performing chemical disinfection on intake water
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When the differential pressure between the gauges reaches 15 psi
The passage explicitly states that field water specialists must backwash the multimedia filter whenever the differential pressure between the inlet and outlet gauges reaches 15 psi.
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