CP Series Technical Manual
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Installation
December 15, 2004
Rev.
3
Kinetico Softener Installation CP 208 – CP 216
1.
Determine location to install equipment. Make sure that the unit will be on a flat surface. Test the
water to confirm unit is properly sized for installation. If sand/silt or turbidity is present, a separate
prefilter should be installed.
A ladder should be used for all work over head that would be
beyond your natural reach. If working continuously at a
height of six feet or more, the appropriate safety devices
must be employed.
2.
FOR MODEL CP 213 & CP 216 MEDIA INSTALLATION:
(Note: the CP 208 and CP 210 units are already filled)
a) Remove module and remote base from media tanks.
b) Properly cover the distributor tubes to prevent media from getting inside.
c) For the Model CP 213, place 25 lbs. or 0.25 ft
3
of gravel into each tank. For the Model CP 216,
place 75 lbs. or .75 ft
3
of gravel into each tank.
d) For the Model CP 213, place 2.5 ft
3
(2 ½ bags) of high capacity resin into each tank. (This should
leave 17" of freeboard.) For the Model CP 216, place 4.0 ft
3
(4 bags) of high capacity resin into
each tank.
e) Remove covering from distributor tubes, and replace the module and remote base onto tanks.
Note: the CP 216 has an adapter with distributor that must first thread onto the tank before the
module is installed.
Verify installation complies with state and local plumbing
codes before continuing.
3.
Install with by-pass valving. Note the inlet and outlet arrows on valve
head.
4.
Connect the inlet/outlet adapters leading to the softener using the proper
size plumbing. Plumb as necessary to accommodate the by-pass valve
and to complete the installation.
A scorch pad must be used to protect any surface that may be
exposed to a torch flame or excessive heat.
When installing a plastic component in line, it is recommended
that grounding straps be put in place before the lines are
actually cut to ensure that the ground is never broken.
Do not solder brass adapters while inserted in the module
main base. Damage to the plastic and rubber parts may
result due to the heat. Also, the materials used in the
soldering process may attack certain types of plastics. Care
should be taken during the installation process to assure that
solder and flux do not come in contact with media tanks, the
control module and related plastic components.
Proper ventilation must be provided when using PVC cleaner
or glue.
Loose clothing (ie.- shirt tails, sleeves, etc.) should not be
worn or should be addressed before using a torch for
soldering or a drill for drilling.
