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Water Pressure:
A minimum of 25 pounds of water pressure
(psi) is required for regeneration. Maximum 125 psi.
Water Quality:
On rural water supplies there is often a problem
with sand or sediment in the water. (This problem occasionally
occurs in public water supplies also.) If the water is not filtered
before being softened, the sand and sediment will plug up the
water softener restricting the flow through the resin bed. This
problem often requires rebedding of the mineral tank.
Note:
Well
and/or pump problems affecting the operation of the softener
are repairs that are not covered under warranty. To prevent these
unnecessary, and expensive repairs not covered under warranty,
we recommend the installation of an in-line filter system ahead
of the softener.
Electrical:
A continuous 110 volt, 60 cycle current supply is
required.
Make certain the current supply is uninterrupted and
cannot be turned off with another switch. All electrical connec-
tions must be connected per local codes.
Surge protection is
recommended with all electronic controls.
Existing Plumbing:
Condition of existing plumbing must be
free from lime and iron build-up. Piping that is built-up heavily
with lime and/or iron must be replaced. If piping is blocked with
iron, additional equipment must be installed ahead of the water
conditioner to correct the problem.
Drain Line:
The conditioner should be located close to a drain.
Avoid overhead drain lines if possible to prevent back pressure
on the brine injector. Overhead drains are not to exceed 8 feet
above the floor and no more than 20 feet in length. The pipe
size for the drain line should be a minimum of 3/4”. Backwash
flow rates in excess of 7 gpm or length in excess of 20’ require
1” drain line.
Bypass Valves:
Always provide for the installation of a bypass
valve.
Softening:
It is recommended that the conditioner be installed
to soften both the hot and cold water supply. A separate hard
water faucet may be plumbed for drinking purposes if you desire.
Outside faucets should be left on hard water.
Caution:
Water temperature is not to exceed 110°F; the condi
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tioner cannot be subject to freezing conditions, or to a vacuum
due to loss of pressure (such as a water main break).
PRE-INSTALLATION CHECK LIST
(All electrical & plumbing should be done in accordance to all local codes)
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BYPASS VALVE OPERATION
WATER SOFTENER DISINFECTION
The construction materials of your water softener will not support
bacterial growth nor will these materials contaminate a water
supply. However, the normal conditions existing during shipping,
storage, and installation indicate the advisability of disinfecting
a softener after installation, before the softener is used to treat
potable water. In addition, during normal use a softener may
become fouled with organic matter or in some cases, with bac-
teria from the water supply.
Therefore, every water softener should be disinfected after
installation, some will require periodic disinfection during their
normal life. You have two choices for disinfection as follows:
A. SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE (household bleach)
5.25%
SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE
solutions are available
under such trade names such as Clorox, Linco, Bo Peep,
White Sail and Eagle Brand Bleach. If stronger solutions are
used, such as those sold for commercial laundries, adjust
the dosage accordingly.
1. Dosage:
a. Softening resin; 1.2 fluid ounce per cubic foot of
resin.
2. Add the required amount of hypochlorite solution to the
brine well of the brine tank.
a. Proceed with the normal regeneration. Press REGEN
and allow the water softener to go through a normal
regeneration.
B. EPA and NSF approved Sani-System by Pro Products.
This can be purchased from your water treatment provider
or at: http://proproducts.com/products/sani-system.
