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Conduct a visual check of all equipment for any damage that
may have occurred during shipment.
Note:
If there is obvious damage to any equipment, it should
be noted on the carrier’s Bill Of Lading. Open and inspect
the contents of all closed crates, cartons, etc. and inspect for
concealed damage. The manufacturer is not liable for any
damage during transit.
Position the equipment in its proper location, setting on a
fl at surface. Level equipment as required. Equipment out of
plumb can exhibit poor fl ow characteristics, which will affect
the performance of the system.
Note:
Pre-assembled units are shipped with media (resin
& gravel), distributions tube, and control valve installed.
Double-check the valve installation on the tank. Tighten if
necessary.
Units shipped by UPS must be assembled on
site. SEE INSTRUCTIONS ON PAGE 6.
Unit should be positioned with the valve control facing for-
ward.
Check the main line water pressure. The softener is de-
signed for a minimum of 20 psi and a maximum of 125 psi
working pressure. If the line pressure exceeds this limit, a
pressure-reducing valve should be installed.
Maximum allowable water temperature is 40°F (4°C) – 110°F
(38°C). A 120vac 60 cycle electrical source must be avail-
able for operation of the controller.
Connect raw water supply line to the inlet valve connection.
Connect treated water outlet to service line. It is suggested
that the pipe size be equal or one size larger than the valve
connection.
Warning:
When piping with copper, solder all piping as
subassemblies before installing. Internal damage can result
from the high heat of the torch.
Note:
All piping is to meet your local and state code.
Position brine tank approximately 6” from the softener tank
on a smooth surface.
Connect the brine air check assembly in the brine tank to
the brine suction (eductor) connection. 5/8” tubing should
be installed from the brine tank overfl ow to drain. This is
a gravity drain designed to divert brine to the drain in the
event of a malfunction, which would cause overfl ow of the
brine tank.
STEP 1: Select Location
Locate main water supply for all faucets and appliances in
home (if possible outside faucets should be separate so not
to waste soft water).
Select location that is easily accessible to 110vac power. A
15-foot power cord is provided.
You will also need a drain close by for disposal.
Leave enough room so you can easily add salt when needed.
Locate the water softener at least 10 feet away from the hot
water heater so that hot water does not backup and damage
the softener.
Make sure water softener is in a level spot. You may be
required to put the softener on a platform, such as a piece of
3/4” plywood and shimmed to become level.
Make sure softener is behind any other water conditioning
systems installed in series, except a system that is for taste
and odor or a Reverse Osmosis system.
Select a location were water damage will be least likely to
occur if a leak should develop.
If installing the softener in an outside location make sure
to protect from the elements, such as rain, sunlight, and
contamination.
Note: Always install a bypass, either a 3 valve system or the
standard bypass for the valve you have. This will allow you
to shut off the water supply to the softener, but still have
water in the house if the softener is in need of repair.
After a location has been determine install bypass onto the
control valve. (Figures 1 and 3 show standard bypass on
valve.) (Figures 2 and 4 show 3 valve bypass plumbing.)
Note: If installing a 3 valve bypass valve, do so now.
Close main water supply valve, at the well or at the water
meter.
Shut off electrical or fuel supply to the water heater.
Open a faucet to drain pipes.
The bypass (provided with some models) easily connects to
the valve body using nuts that only require hand tightening.
The split ring retainer design holds the nut on and allows
load to be spread over the entire nut surface area reduc-
ing the chance for leakage. Make certain the nut is placed
on fi rst, then the split retainer ring, followed by the o-ring to
make the seal. A silicon lubricant may be used on the black
o-ring seals. This design allows for an approximate 2-de-
gree misalignment of the plumbing. This design will allow
for minor plumbing misalignments, but should never handle
the weight of the plumbing system.
Note: This manual is used for a range of products.
Some parts of the system you have may be different.
STEP 2: Install A Bypass
