P/N 1011598 Rev. A 11/20
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RESIDENTIAL WATER SOFTENER
Important Safety
Information
In addition to the warnings and cautions
in this manual, use the following
guidelines to safely operate the system:
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Read all instructions before
using equipment.
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Install or locate the equipment
only for its intended use as
described in this manual.
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Do NOT use corrosive
chemicals in this equipment.
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Do NOT operate this equipment
if it has a damaged cord or plug;
if it is not working properly, or if it
has been damaged or dropped.
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This equipment should be
serviced by qualified personnel
only. Contact Antunes
Technical Service for repair.
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Do NOT immerse cord
or plug in water.
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Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
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This equipment should be
supplied with only cold water.
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For installations in Massachusetts,
the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts Plumbing Code 248
CMR shall be adhered to. The use
of saddle valves are not permitted.
Please consult your local plumber.
The following warnings and cautions
appear throughout this manual and
should be carefully observed.
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This equipment is to be
installed to comply with the
local plumbing code and any
other applicable code.
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Water pressure must not
exceed 100 psig (690 kPa). To
reduce water pressure, install
a water pressure regulator and
set to suit the application.
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When installed on metallic
plumbing, a properly sized
electrical bonding jumper must
be installed across the inlet and
outlet pipes serving this unit.
NOTE:
If the inlet water pressure is
less than 40 psig (276 kPa),
it is recommended that a
suitably-sized booster system
be installed (outlet pressure 60
psig - 100 psig max/414-kPa -
690 kPa max).
Protect from freezing
If the unit freezes during operation or
storage, irreversible damage and brittle
cracking of the housing may result.
Protect from direct sunlight or other
UV sources
Avoid long-term exposure to direct
sunlight or other UV sources. The unit
should be stored in a dark location.
Protect from high temperatures or
abrupt variation in temperature
The maximum operating temperature is
100°F (38°C). Avoid abrupt variations in
temperature. Any temperature variation
should be made slowly.
Protect from rough handling or
dropping
Mechanical damage, external breakage,
and/or internal breakage of the filter
can result if the system is dropped or
bumped. Handle with care at all times
during transportation and installation.
Protect from organic solvents and
concentrated acids
Prevent any and all contact of the system
with strong solvents, solvents containing
chlorine, or concentrated acids. Do NOT
use strong solvents or concentrated
acids on any plastic parts of the filter
system. Examples of some solvents
to avoid: acetone, methyl acetate (nail
polish remover); hexane (spot removers);
turpentine, toluene (paint thinners); dry
cleaning solutions, insecticides.
Protect from abrasive material
The system must be protected from
abrasive materials like shavings left in
a pipe. Abrasive materials in contact
with the system can cause irreversible
damage. All pipes must be flushed clean
before installing the filter. All plastic parts
of the filter system must be protected
from sharp objects like knives, sand
paper, or other tools. Cutting or nicking
a plastic part can weaken it and cause a
leak. Do NOT use abrasive cleansers on
any plastic parts.
Protect from water hammer
The system must be protected from
shock, pressure surges, or pulsation
that may occur inside water pipes.
Water hammer occurs in pipes when a
valve or faucet shuts quickly. Install a
water hammer arrestor (pressure vessel
containing compressed air separated
from the water by a diaphragm) to reduce
pressure shock.
