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Installation & Operation Manual
Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2020
Before Installation
• The control valve, fittings and/or bypass are designed to accommodate minor plumbing
misalignment but are not designed to support the weight of a system or the plumbing.
• Do not use petroleum jelly, oils, other hydrocarbon lubricants or spray silicone anywhere.
A silicon lubricant may be used on the black o-rings but it is not necessary.
• Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads. Thread seal tape is the preferred
sealant but is not necessary on the nut connection or caps because of o-ring seals.
• All plumbing should be done in accordance with local plumbing codes. The pipe size for
the drain line should be a minimum of ⅝”.
• Avoid getting primer and solvent cement on filter system.
• Install grounding strap on metal pipes if required.
• Ensure the system is protected against high pressure and extreme temperatures.
• Chlorine (free chlorine) tolerance is 0.5ppm - high chlorine levels permanently damage
the softening resin & is not covered under warranty. If chlorine exceeds this limit, we
recommend a carbon pre-filter such as the WH2 or CFS Series. Please refer to Puretec
for a specific recommendation. In any case, a carbon pre-filter is recommended to
protect against chlorine spikes & prolong the resin life.
Things to Remember While Planning Your Installation:
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All installation procedures MUST conform to local plumbing codes.
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If lawn sprinklers, a swimming pool, or geothermal heating/cooling or water for
other devices/activities are to be treated by the Softrol system, a larger model MUST
be selected to accommodate the higher flow rate, treated water volume, plus the
backwashing requirements of the Softrol system. Contact Puretec for assistance.
WARNINGS
Note: Solder joints must be done prior to connecting to the valve fittings. Leave at least 6”
between the fitting and solder joints when soldering pipes. Failure to do this could cause
heat damage to the fittings.
This should be carried out by a qualified tradesman.
Summary of Contents for SOL-TA Series
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