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CAUTION
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:
• On plastic fi ttings, never use pipe sealant or pipe dope. Use PTFE thread tape only, pipe dope properties may deteriorate plastic.
• Take care when using pliers or pipe wrenches to tighten plastic fi ttings, as damage may occur if over tightening occurs.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:
Shut off fuel or electric power supply to water heater after water is shut off.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:
• Do not apply heat to any fitting connected to bypass or control valve as damage may result to internal parts or connecting
adapters.
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to plugged water lines:
• Pay particular attention to correct orientation of control valve. Water flow should match arrow on control valve. The Inlet and
Outlet of other water treatment equipment products will vary depending on the control valve brand used.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:
• On plastic fittings, never use pipe sealant or pipe dope. Use PTFE thread tape only, pipe dope properties may deteriorate plastic;
• Take care when using pliers or pipe wrenches to tighten plastic fittings, as damage may occur if over tightening occurs.
STEP 1:
Remove unit from shipping box, inspect for damage and ensure all parts needed for installation are present. If parts are missing please
contact our Technical Assistance at 1300 345 837. Remove the packing from unit and discard according to local, state and federal
regulations. Locate the parts package and install the bypass and adapter fittings on the control valve to facilitate the connection to the
customer’s water supply.
STEP 2:
NOTE: Extension legs should be installed only whenever a salt dosage on any model softener is more than 6 kg. Models utilizing 381
mm x 381 mm x 864 mm brine tanks require salt grid extension legs when salting the softener above 6 kg. of salt or more. Grid legs
extension kits are provided for 3MWTS200 units. All other models requiring extension leg kits can be ordered through our Customer
Service at 1300 367 362.
Verify all packaging materials have been removed from the brine tank. On all units, legs rest on bottom of the brine tank.
STEP 3:
Shut off all water at main supply valve. On a private well system, turn off power to the pump and drain the pressure tank. Make certain
pressure is relieved from the complete system by opening the faucet closest to the system.
STEP 4:
Cut main supply line as required to fi t plumbing to inlet and outlet of unit.
STEP 5:
Attach plumbing. Do not apply heat to any fitting connected to bypass or control valve as damage may result to internal parts or
connecting adapters. Make certain water flow enters through inlet and discharges through outlet.
WARNING
To reduce the risk associated with a hazardous voltage:
• If the home electrical system requires use of the cold water system as an electrical safety ground, a jumper must be used to ensure
a sufficient ground connection across the water softener installation piping — refer installation to qualified personnel.
STEP 6:
The control valve allows for either a 3/4” NPT connection or 5/8” poly tubing for use as a drain line connection.
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