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Plug the Riser
Tube
Upper
Diffuser
a
The riser
(distributor)
remains inside
the tank seated in
the depression at
the bottom
a
b
c
Make sure both
brass and plastic
nuts are tightened
well
PREPARATIONS
1.
Media Installation (When Necessary).
Models larger than 2.0 CF of media are shipped with separate media in pails or
boxes. Models lower than 1.5 CF of media come loaded with media and this step can be skipped for new installation.
a)
Remove the adaptor from the mineral tank.
Grease the bottom oring of the adaptor with
silicone grease provided
b)
Temporarily plug the open end of the riser tube to ensure
that no resin or gravel falls down into the distribution. The
riser (distributor) remains inside the tank seated in the
depression at the bottom.
Plug tube with a tape. Remove after media is loaded.
c)
Fill support bed first. The media
will not always spill down inside
the tank and may need to be swept
inside.
The large funnel (sold separately
makes filling the tank easier and
neater. (Or an empty 1 gallon or 4
liter container with the bottom cut
out makes a good funnel.)
NOTE
The unit is not ready for
service until you complete
the start-up instructions,
page 15.
NOTE
Never make a direct
connection into a waste
drain. A physical air gap of at
least 1.5” should be used
to avoid bacteria and
wastewater travelling back
through the drain
line into the softener.
CAUTION!
The unit should be
depressurized before
installing or replacing media
Locate Water Conditioning Equipment Correctly
Select the location of your filter tank with care. Various conditions which contribute to proper location are as follows:
1.
Locate as close as possible to the water supply source.
2.
Locate as close as possible to a floor or laundry tub drain.
3.
Locate in correct relationship to other water conditioning equipment (see Fig. 1, 2, 3 or 4, Page 11 and 12). if closer than 10
feet please install check valve in accordance with local plumbing codes.
4.
Conditioners should be located in the supply line before the water heater. Temperatures above 110°F (43°C ) will cause
damage to conditioners.
5.
Do not install a filter or filter in a location where freezing temperatures occur. Freezing may cause permanent damage to
this type of equipment and will void the factory warranty.
6.
Allow sufficient space around the unit for easy servicing.
7.
Keep the filter out of direct sunlight. The sun’’s heat may soften and distort plastic parts.