Ecosoft FK Series, Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL ECOSOFT
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MEDIA SYSTEMS
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3.1. Procedure for installing an FU, FK, FPA, FPC, or FP system
1. Install FRP tank on firm level surface capable of supporting its weight. Put riser pipe with
bottom distributor down in the pressure tank. Ensure that top end of riser pipe is level with
the top opening of FRP tank (within ±5 mm). It is advisable to fill the tank with water to about
⅓ its height
if installing an FP, FPA or FPC system.
2. Put a plug or cap on the top end of the riser pipe to prevent getting any media inside
the pipe. Pour the media in the tank using the funnel. When loading the tank, keep riser
pipe vertical. If the pipe tilts, restore it to straight vertical direction. When finished, rinse the
thread of tank opening with water to remove any grains of media stuck in the groove.
3. Lock the top distributor in circular slot at the bottom of the control valve’s shank. Mate
the top distributor with top end of riser pipe, then screw control valve in the tank opening.
4. Connect drain pipe to the male threaded drain outlet of the control valve. Run the drain
pipe to floor drain or gravity drain pipe socket. Secure the drain pipe end above the receiving
fixture with at least 1″ air gap.
5. If installing an FU or FK system , place the brine tank next to the FRP tank. Install flexible
tube in the control valve’s brine inlet and run it to the brine tank. Remove tank lid and brine
well cap, pull the end of the tube inside and connect it to the brine valve, then re-assemble
in reverse order. Fill the brine tank with salt pellets at least half full.
6. Mount the pipe thread elbow adapters to the control valve’s In and Out ports and tighten
the coupling nuts. Do not put any mechanical load on fittings or use them to support pipes.
Connect the system to water supply and downstream pipework without turning on the water
supply. Do not confuse In and Out ports. They are embossed with direction arrows.
7. Remove the front panel by pulling the locking tabs on the left and right side. Run the
power cord through the cord guide in the control valve’s backplate and connect it to 12 VAC
socket on the circuit board. Plug the power supply in the mains to power up the system.
8. Start manual regeneration of the system. Scroll regeneration to backwash if it isn’t the
1st step of the sequence. When the control valve starts the backwash, turn on mains water
supply slightly at first. Air will be displaced from the system via drain line while the pressure
tank is being filled with water. When the tank is full, water will start flowing down the drain
line. At this point, fully open mains water supply. Carefully inspect the system for leaks.
Let the system complete regeneration, then perform one more manual regeneration.