Baq-to-Bleach conversion w/cart filter

[Michael23]

The cartridge that I am using is a heavy plastic mesh type that I just purchased last year (cost $140). Since they are not that cheap and, since my conversion is almost complete, I was hoping to give it a thorough cleaning (maybe even an acid bath) and continue to use it. Has the media been damaged somehow? The filter is running fine.

Thanks again.

[Michael23]

Checking online the cartridge is a Sta-rite PLM 100 modular cartidge.

[waterbear]

It will probably be impossible to clean all the baquagoo out of the filter and I would really recommend replacing it. Acid washing will make it worse. You might be able to use an enzyme based cleaner on it but standard filter cleaners and acid are NOT compatible with biguinide.
Good news is the cartridge will last MUCH longer once you are using chlorine. With biguinide they really need to be replaced yearly. With chlorine, they can last up to 5 years with proper care.