Ultra Compact Meter Controlled Water Softener
Connecting to the softener
Once you have completed the installation of the valves, put the
valves into the positions as shown;
softener inlet and outlet = closed
bypass valve = open
If you have also installed a hard water supply kit and have only so
far installed the valve, make sure that this is also in the closed
position. Now 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. Insert the provided washers to the
softener inlet and outlet valves. Connect the angled end to the
softener .The softener inlets and outlets should be indicated either
with the words
“
inlet
”
or
“
outlet
”
or with a directional arrow
embossed into the softener head. The softener tails are in usually
in a configuration of three with the centre position being the waste
outlet.
Waste Pipe Installation
All softeners are provided with a waste hose. The Ultra Compact Meter Controlled Water softener
has a
3/8”
length of waste supplied along with a push fit connector. Run the drain hose to either an
up stand or an outside drain. A minimum air gap of 20mm must exist at the end of the drain line.
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 will have no adverse effect on a septic tank.
Overflow Connection
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 for location of individual units). Ensure the flying lead cannot get caught on the
camshaft or any moving parts on the machine.
Preparing the softener to go into service
Now that all of the connections have been completed it is advisable to put approximately 3 litres of
water into the brine tank. You may also at this point put a quantity of softener salt into the tank. Do
not allow the salt level in the brine tank to exceed the height of the overflow. The amount of salt
used will depend upon the type of machine. You should never let the brine tank become completely
empty of salt and it is advisable to check the salt levels on a weekly basis until a usage pattern has
been established. East Midlands Water Company are able to supply salt (in block or tablet form)
and deliver to your door for convenience. Please check our website for details.
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