Connecting to the softener
Once you have completed the installation of the valves, put the valves into the positions
as shown (image 1);
If you have also installed a hard water supply kit and have so far only installed the valve,
make sure this is in the
closed position.
You can now safely return the stop cock to the
open
position. Using the hoses provided
(if you purchased a fitting kit) connect the straight end of the hoses to the valves.
Make sure you put the washers provided into the inlet and outlet valves.
The softener tails are usually in a configuration of three with the centre position
being the waste outlet (image 2)
Waste Hose Installation.
For this part of the installation you will need the 1/2” flexible hose provided with the softener. This hose needs
to be cut into two pieces - one part for the waste pipe and one part for the overflow hose.
The waste/drain connection should be pre-installed in the central position (image 2 above) so all you need to
do is run the hose to either an up stand or an outside drain. A minimum air gap of 20mm must exist at the end
of this waste/drain line.
If you need to extend this drain hose, it can be done by connecting to a 15mm copper tube for a maximum run
of 8 meters with a minimum daytime pressure of 40psi.
Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked in any
way
as this could lead to an overflow of the machine. The drain hose can run up hill to a maximum of 3 feet
with a minimum pressure of 40psi. Softened water from the EMS Eco water softener will have no adverse
effect on a septic tank.
Overflow Connection
The hose for the overflow should be cut to the required length from the drain hose provided. The
overflow connection is the white ½” hose spigot on the rear or side of the cabinet. No clip is
required for this connection. The overflow must be run downhill through an outside wall without
kinks or restriction. It is recommend the overflow hose be visible when it exits the outside wall.
Electrical connection
Connect the transformer provided to a continuous electric supply with the power
off.
Plug the flying lead from the transformer into the electrical connection on the controller (see programming
instructions (page 11) for the location of the connection.
Ensure the flying lead cannot get caught on the camshaft or any moving parts on the softener.
Image 1
Image 2
softener inlet and outlet = closed
bypass valve = open
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Installation Guide - continued
Connect the angled end to the softener.
The softener inlets and outlets are indicated with
the word “inlet” or “outlet” or with an embossed
directional arrow on the softener tails.
