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Water Pressure: A minimum of 25 pounds of water pressure
(psi) is required for regeneration. Maximum 125 psi.
Water Quality: On rural water supplies there is often a problem
with sand or sediment in the water. (This problem occasionally
occurs in public water supplies.) If the water is not filtered before
being softened, the sand and sediment may plug up the water
softener restricting the flow through the resin bed. This problem
often requires rebedding of the mineral tank.
Note: Well and/or
pump problems affecting the operation of the softener are repairs
that are not covered under warranty. To prevent these unneces-
sary, and expensive repairs that are not covered under warranty,
we recommend the installation of an in-line filter system ahead
of a water softener.
Electrical: A continuous 110 volt, 60 cycle current supply is
required.
Make certain the current supply is uninterrupted and
cannot be turned off with another switch. All electrical connec-
tions must be connected per local codes. Surge protection is
recommended with all electric controls.
Existing Plumbing: Existing plumbing must be free from lime
and iron build-up. Piping that is built-up heavily with lime and/or
iron must be replaced. If piping is blocked with iron, additional
equipment must be installed ahead of the water conditioner to
correct the problem.
Drain Line: The softener should be located close to a drain.
Avoid overhead drain lines if possible to prevent back pressure
on the brine injector. Overhead drains are not to exceed 8 feet
above the floor and no more than 20 feet in length. The pipe
size for the drain line should be a minimum of 3/4”. Backwash
flow rates in excess of 7 gpm or length in excess of 20’ require
1” drain line.
Bypass Valves: Always provide for the installation of a bypass
valve.
Softening: It is recommended that the conditioner be installed
to soften both the hot and cold water supply. A separate hard
water faucet may be plumbed for drinking purposes if desired.
Outside faucets should be left on hard water.
Caution: Water temperature is not to exceed 110°F; the condi-
tioner cannot be subject to freezing conditions, or to a vacuum
due to loss of pressure (such as a water main break).
PRE-INSTALLATION CHECK LIST
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(All electrical & plumbing should be done in accordance to all local codes)
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BYPASS VALVE OPERATION
