WaterGroup Econoflo ECS20, Installation And Maintenance Instruction Manual

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Place the softener as close as possible to
the pressure tank (well system) or water
meter (city water).
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Place the softener as close as possible to a
floor drain, or other acceptable drain point
(laundry tub, sump, standpipe, etc.).
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Connect the softener to the main water
supply pipe BEFORE the water heater. DO
NOT RUN HOT WATER THROUGH THE
SOFTENER. Temperature of water pass-
ing through the softener must be less than
100 deg. F.
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Keep outside faucets on hard water to
save soft water and salt.
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Do not install the softener in a place where
it could freeze. Damage caused by
freezing is not covered by the war-
ranty.
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Put the softener in a place water damage
is least likely to occur if a leak develops.
The manufacturer will not repair or pay for
water damage.
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A 120 volt electric outlet, to plug the in-
cluded transformer into, is needed within 6
feet of the softener. The transformer has
an attached 6 foot power cable. Extension
cables are available. Be sure the electric
outlet and transformer are in an in-
side location, to protect from wet
weather.
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If installing in an outside location, you
must take the steps necessary to assure
the softener, installation plumbing, wiring,
etc., are as well protected from the ele-
ments, contamination, vandalism, etc., as
when installed indoors.
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Keep the softener out of direct
sunlight. The sun’s heat may soften and
distort plastic parts.
Where To Install The Softener
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