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Water softener Installation
Softener Location
It is important to Install the softener in a suitable place:
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Preferably indoors. (if outdoors it is recommended to have the unit
undercover or in a shed)
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As close as possible for water connections, drain line not to be too far
from the unit
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On a level ground or platform
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Ambient temperatures to not exceed 49°C or below 1°C
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Near electrical supply for transformer with constant power out the GPO
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Water pressure not to exceed 600kPa with a minimum pressure required
of 0.15kPa
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Easily accessible for maintenance of the unit, Add salt to the brine tank
Installation
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Connect the inlet and outlet pipework as per the directional arrows on
the back of the water softener valve ¾” Female BSP conn
ections
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Run the drain line to an open drain line, an air gap is required to prevent
back pressure or a siphon (As per Diagram)
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Secure all pipework from the water softener
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Fit a 12mm drain line for the overflow from the side of cabinet softener
to a drain. Air gap required from hose into the drain
