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WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE FIRST FEW WEEKS
During the first 1-6 weeks after the installation of the ecoTAC™ conditioner, a de-scaling
effect whereby existing hard water scale previously built-up in the plumbing system is
released, will often occur. Over time, this will enhance performance of water heating
equipment and restore flow performance of plumbing fixtures. However, it may be
necessary to clean out your faucet aerators and showerhead periodically during this period
to remove pieces of scale that have dislodged from your pipes. This effect will stop once the
pipes have been de-scaled.
After installation of EcoTAC™, low or phosphate-free cleaning products (for clothes and
dishwashing) are recommended to achieve optimum results. Modern surfactant or
detergent based, liquid soaps are preferred over old-fashioned caustic solid soaps.
Water heaters
Existing mineral accumulations in your water heater may also de-scale after the installation
of ecoTAC™. We recommend that you clean out this material by opening the bottom drain
valve on the hot water heater 30 to 60 days after installation of ecoTAC™. Be sure to turn off
the electricity to your water heater before draining your tank. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions for draining and flushing the tank. The good news is that a clean water heater
uses much less electricity or gas to keep the water hot!
Using your dishwasher after installing ecoTAC™
To accelerate de-scaling in your dishwasher, you may wish to put a cup of white vinegar in
the upper basket during the washing cycle for the first few weeks. You can also use citric
acid or a commercial product like CLR or Lime Away instead of the white vinegar. This will
help dissolve the existing scale in the washer arms and inside surface of the dishwasher.
You may need to do this until all of the scale in the plumbing is dissolved. If you are using
harsh dishwashing detergents that have low ph, high chlorine, and phosphates, some of the
nano-crystals formed by the ecoTAC™ system may break down and cause spotting on the
dishes. We recommend that you reduce your soap usage as much as 50%, and that you use
eco-friendly phosphate-free dishwashing detergents. Using an anti-spotting agent such as
Jet-Dry® may also be useful.
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