Connecting the
Series 96
1. Place the Series 96 in the desired location. (See Figure 1.)
2. Turn off the electricity and/or water supply to the water heater. For gas
heaters, turn gas cock to “PILOT”.
3. Make sure the inlet, outlet and drain connections comply with local codes.
4. Check arrows on the bypass valve to be sure the water flows in the proper
direction.
Caution: Do not plumb backwards. Inlet is unsoftened water; outlet is
softened water.
5. Install the drain line so that there is a 2" (50 mm) air gap between the
drain line and the drain line receptacle. The drain hose must be a
minimum of 1/2" (12.7 mm) I.D. tubing and should make the shortest run
to a suitable drain.
6. Connect the salt tank to the valve head with the flexible 3/8" (9.5 mm)
plastic tube included with the system. Be sure to insert the plastic insert
in the end of the tube when connecting it to the salt tank.
7. Place the appliance in the bypass position and turn on the main water
supply.
8. Open the nearest cold water faucet to flush the plumbing of any excess
soldering flux, air, or any other foreign material.
9. Close the faucet and check for leaks. If leaks are found turn off the main
water supply and open the nearest cold water faucet to depressurize the
lines. Close the faucet to eliminate siphoning action. Repair leaks. Return
the bypass to the “service” position.
10. Add water to the brine tank. Fill to a minimum of 2" (50 mm) above the
salt shelf. After the first regeneration, the appliance will automatically
refill the correct amount of water in the brine tank.
11. Plug in the transformer.
12. Program the Electronic Controller as outlined on pages 8 through 13.
13. Initiate a manual regeneration and monitor appliance for proper operation.
14. Make sure the bypass valve is left in the “service” position.
15. Fill the brine tank with pellet or solar salt.
16. Open the inlet line and turn on the electricity to the water heater. For gas
heater, turn gas cock to “ON”.
17. To complete the installation, open a cold water tap and allow the unit to
flush for 20 minutes or until approximately 72 gallons has passed through
the unit. Verify flow rate on controller, indicating water flow. Test water
at test port to verify soft water.
18. Place covers on both cabinets.
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