OPERATION
After installation
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6.5 Connect to existing plumbing
Make the appropriate plumbing connections between the inlet and
outlet shut-off valves and your plumbing lines using appropriate
union fittings where necessary.
Note that the housing cap is embossed with the words “IN” and
“OUT” to note the inlet side and outlet side of the housing cap.
Be sure to plumb in the correct direction or performance of your
filter will be negatively impacted.
If you have purchased the optional premium installation kit (part
#692501), see the additional instructions that are supplied with
the kit regarding installation of the ball valves etc.
IMPORTANT WARNINGS REGARDING PLUMBING
CONNECTIONS TO THE SYSTEM:
Teflon tape should be used on all threaded fittings.
Plumber’s cement should NOT be used.
If possible, we recommend that PEX or PVC pipe be
used for all new plumbing pipe used in connection
with the installation. This is because new copper
water lines may release some copper ions into the
water for several weeks after installation and these
ions can have a negative impact on the Scale TAC-ler
Plus system’s TAC media. To further minimize any
problems with copper, avoid applying excess flux on
the inner surfaces of the pipe and use a low-corro-
sivity water soluble flux listed under the ASTM B813
standard. For homes with significant newly installed
copper pipes prior to the Scale TAC-ler Plus unit, it is
recommended that installation of the Scale TAC-ler
Plus cartridge be postponed for 3-4 weeks to allow a
protective coating to form on the new copper pipes.
If you wish to use copper piping and will be soldering
the joints, DO NOT apply heat near your Scale TAC-ler
Plus unit or connection fittings, or serious internal
damage to these parts could occur. Always solder
joints with these components detached.
NOTE:
If your water pipes are metal (galvanized or copper),
they may be used to ground electrical systems, appli-
ances, or your phone line. If this is the case, be sure to
install regulation ground clamps to the metal pipe on
each side of the Scale TAC-ler Plus unit and connect a
jumper wire between the 2 clamps (#4 gauge solid
copper wire recommended). Consult a certified electri-
cian or plumber if you are unsure.
If you suspect that your water pressure will at any
time exceed the maximum rating of 90 psi (6.2 Bar), a
pressure regulator must be installed before the sys-
tem. It is recommended that the pressure regulator be
set at 75 psi (5.2 Bar) or less.
6.6 Open filter cartridge
The TAC filter cartridge is shipped inside the white filter sump.
Remove the protective foam wrap from the top filter cartridge
and place it back in the housing sump. The wider part of the Scale
TAC-ler Plus cartridge is the top. At the bottom of the sump, there
is a raised portion in the middle (standpipe) that will help center
the filter in the housing. The standpipe will fit inside the hole in
the bottom of filter cartridge. Store any spare filters in a cool dry
place for future use (do not unwrap the protective plastic wrap on
your spare filters until you are ready to use them). Check to make
sure that the O-ring is seated properly at the top of the housing
sump. Screw the housing sump onto the housing cap. Hand tighten
only. It is not necessary to over-tighten to create a good seal. You
can use the spanner wrench for convenient grip, but do not use
excessive force.
NOTE:
It is normal that the filter cartridge is not full. The filter
cartridge contains 0.4 gal (1.5 l) of media. The remain-
ing space, called freeboard, is important to allow the
media to fluidize during normal flow conditions. This
enhances system performance.
6.7 Turn on the water
Turn on the water and inspect all plumbing connections very care-
fully for leaks. Also inspect the seal between the housing cap and
the housing sump to ensure that the O-ring has formed a good
seal. Tighten this connection again using the spanner wrench (do
not use excessive force) if necessary. If this connection still leaks,
turn off the water supply and check to make sure that the filter is
aligned properly in the housing, and the o-ring is properly seated
in the grove at the top of the sump and repeat your test for leaks.
When you are confident that all connections are sound, run cold
water for 5 minutes at any faucet to purge air out of your system
and to prime the filters. It is safe to turn on the power to your
electric water heater again once all air is purged.
7. After installation
During the first few weeks after the installation of the Scale TAC-ler
Plus conditioner, a de-scaling effect whereby existing hard water
scale previously built-up in the plumbing system is released, will
often occur. Over time, this will enhance performance of water
heating equipment and restore flow performance of plumbing
