Thanks to the high quality of the materials used and the extra strong lid clamps, this filter can provide higher water pressure. The pressure filter has a 7-position handle switch that controls the various functions.The options are: 1- flush position (this position is used to rinse off any dirt under the grid), 2- do not use for ponds, 3- pond drain (this position is used to empty the pond and rinse away any dirt in the valve), 4- filtering (standard running position), 5- stop (the pump can be cleaned while the water remains in the filter), 6- bypass (this is the position for adding medication or supplements; the filter is bypassed so the medication remains in the water), 7- winter (in this position there is no pressure on the valve when the filter is not in use).In addition, the pressure filter is equipped with a dirt indicator on the top of the lid that shows the degree of contamination in the filter material and thus also the