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Safety Guides
ECOWATER
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SAFETY GUIDES
Follow the installation instructions carefully. Failure to
install the filter properly
voids the warranty.
Before you begin installation, read this entire manual.
Then, obtain all the materials and tools you will need to
make the installation.
Check local plumbing and electrical codes.
The
installation must conform to them.
NOTE:
Codes in the state of Massachusetts require
installation by a licensed plumber. For installation, use
plumbing code 248--CMR of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts.
Use only lead--free solder and flux
for all sweat-sold-
er connections, as required by state and federal codes.
Use care when handling the filter. Do not turn upside
down, drop, or set on sharp protrusions.
Do not locate the filter where freezing temperatures oc-
cur. Do not attempt to filter water over 120
°
F.
Freezing,
or hot water damage voids the warranty.
Avoid installing in direct sunlight. Excessive sun heat
may cause distortion or other damage to non--metallic
parts.
The filter requires a
minimum water flow of 5 gallons
per minute
at the inlet for
backwash
. Test water flow if
in doubt.
Recommended maximum allowable inlet water
pressure is 60 psi.
Use a pressure reducing valve if
necessary. Be sure the addition of a pressure reducing
valve will not reduce the flow to less than the 5 gpm
needed for backwash.
This filter controller works on 24 volt--60 hz electri-
cal power only.
Be sure to use the included transformer
and plug it into a nominal 115v, 60 cycle household out-
let that is grounded and properly protected by an over
current device such as a circuit breaker or fuse. If trans-
former is replaced, use only the authorized service,
class II, 24 volt, 10 va transformer. The relay box for the
air pump must be plugged into a separate 115v
grounded household outlet.
This system is not intended to be used for treating water
that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality
without adequate disinfection before or after the sys-
tem.
European Directive 2002/96/EC requires all elec-
trical and electronic equipment to be disposed of
according to Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) requirements. This directive
or similar laws are in place nationally and can vary from
region to region. Please refer to your state and local
laws for proper disposal of this equipment.