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-Pre-Installation Check List-
A water test should always be performed
in order to determine total water hardness (in gpg) and total
dissolved iron (in parts per million - ppm). This is critical for proper equipment selection, sizing and for
determining the program for regeneration frequency. If heavy concentrations of iron (above 5 ppm), iron
coloration, iron bacteria or sediment are present, filtration prior to the softener will most generally be re
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quired. Certain states may require a licensed plumber for installation.
Note:
Flexible water supply connectors and flexible drain line tubing may not be allowed in you locale.
Please check with local plumbing code officials prior to installation.
Installation Requirements
• A level floor position ahead of piping into water heater.
• Unit must be installed at least 10’ ahead of the inlet to a water heater to prevent damage due to back-up
of hot water.
• DO NOT install the unit in an area of direct sunlight or where freezing temperatures may occur!
(See Installation Diagrams for proper placement and plumbing connections.)
-Major System Components-
1.
Brine Tank
- This tank holds the salt that is added to the softener. This salt is dissolved with water to form
a brine solution used in the softener regeneration process.
2.
Resin Tank
- This tank contains the ion exchange resin media. Water flows through the resin tank under
pressure to come into contact with the resin for water softening.
3.
Control Valve
- The valve directs water through the resin tank for water softening and controls the flow of
water / brine for the regeneration process.
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