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INSTALLATION
GENERAL INSTALLATION & SERVICE WARNINGS
The control valve, fittings and/or bypass are designed to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments but are not
designed to support the weight of a system or the plumbing.
Do not use Vaseline, oils, other hydrocarbon lubricants or spray silicone anywhere. A silicone lubricant may be used on
black o-rings, but is not necessary. Avoid any type of lubricants, including silicone, on red or clear lip seals.
Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads. Teflon tape must be used on the threads of the 1" NPT elbow, its
NPT connection, and on the threads for the drain line connection. Teflon tape is not used on the nut connections or caps
because o-ring seals are used. The nuts and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand or with the special
plastic Service Wrench, #V3193. If necessary a pliers can be used to unscrew the nut or cap. Do not use a pipe wrench
to tighten nuts or caps.
Do not place screwdriver in slots on caps and/or tap with a hammer.
SITE REQUIREMENTS
• Water Pressure, 20-125 psi (138-862 kPa)
• Water temperature, 40° -110° F (4° - 38° C)
• The tanks should be on a firm level surface
• Electrical: Use a 115/120V, 60Hz uninterrupted outlet.
• Current draw is 0.5 amperes
• A 15 ft power cord is furnished.
• The plug-in transformer is for dry locations only.
• Batteries are not used.
1. The distance between the drain and the water conditioner should be as short as possible.
2. Since salt must be periodically added to the brine tank, it should be located where it is easily accessible.
3. Do not install any water conditioner with less than 10 feet (3m) of piping between its outlet and the inlet of a water
heater. Water heaters sometimes overheat to the extent that they will transmit heat or backflow from their inlet back to the
water conditioner control. Hot water can severely damage the conditioner. Allowing the 10 foot (3m) distance will permit
most heat to dissipate before reaching the water conditioner. A more positive way of insuring against backflow is to install
a high temperature check valve. The heater should also have a properly rated temperature and pressure relief valve.
Also, be certain that local codes are not violated.
4. Do not locate unit where it or its connections (including the drain and overflow lines) will ever be subjected to room
temperatures under 34° F (49° C).
5. The use of resin cleaners in an unvented enclosure is not recommended.
SERIAL NUMBER: Record the serial number on the installer’s and customer’s records.
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