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WATER TREATMENT
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Automatic Water Filters
INSTALLATION FITTINg ASSEMBLIES
Installation fittings connect to the control valve or the
bypass valve using nuts that only require hand tightening.
Hand tight nut connections between control valve and
installation fittings, control valve and bypass valve, and
bypass valve and installation fittings allow for ease
serviceability. Do not use a pipe wrench to tighten nuts
on installation fittings. Hand tighten only.
Split ring retainer design holds the nut on and allows load
to be spread over the entire nut surface area reducing the
chance for leakage. The split ring design, incorporated
into the installation fittings allows approximately 2
degrees off axis alignment to the plumbing system. The
installation fittings are designed to accommodate minor
plumbing misalignments but are not designed to support
the weight of a system or the plumbing.
When assembling the installation fitting package,
connect the fitting to the plumbing system first and then
attach the nut, split ring and o-ring. Heat from soldering
or solvent cements may damage the nut, split ring or
o-ring. Solder joints should be cool and solvent cements
should be set before installing the nut, split ring and
o-ring. Avoid getting primer and solvent cements on any
part of the o-rings or split rings, bypass valve or control
valve. Solvent cements and primers should be used in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Slip the nut onto the fitting first, then the split ring
second and the o-ring last. hand tighten the nut. If the
fitting is leaking, tightening the nut will not stop the
leak. Remove the nut, remove the fitting, and check for
damage or misalignment of the o-ring.
Do not use pipe dope or other sealant on threads. Teflon
tape must be used on the threads of the 1” connection
and on the threads for the drain line connection. Teflon
tape is not necessary on the nut connection or caps
because of o-ring seals.
Do not use Vaseline, oils or other unacceptable lubricants
on o-rings. A silicon lubricant may be used on black
o-rings.
ByPASS VALVE
The bypass valve easily connects to the control valve
body using nuts that only require hand tightening. Hand
tighten nut connections between control valve and
fittings, control valve and bypass valve, and bypass valve
and installation fittings allow for easy serviceability. The
split ring retainer design holds the nut on and allows load
to be spread over the entire nut surface area reducing the
chance for leakage. The split ring design, incorporated
into the bypass, allows approximately 2 degrees off axis
alignment to the plumbing system. The bypass is designed
to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments but is
not designed to support the weight of a system or the
plumbing.
Avoid getting primer and solvent cements on any part
of the o-rings or split rings, bypass valve or control valve.
Do not use pipe dope or other sealant on threads. Teflon
tape is not necessary on the caps because of o-ring seals.
Do not use Vaseline, oil or other unacceptable lubricants
on o-rings. A silicon lubricant may be used on black
o-rings.
A. gENERAL
1. Shut off all water at main supply valve.
2. Shut off the fuel supply to water heater.
3. Open faucets (hot and cold) nearest pump or water
meter to relieve pressure and drain system.
4. Move filter into the installation position. Loosely
attach all fittings to measure for bypass valve
assembly (if used), or manual bypass valve.
5. Level the unit. (Do Not use metal shims.)
6. Cut the cold water supply line as required.
7. Install the bypass valve assembly if used.
B. PLANNINg INSTALLATION
1. All installation procedures must conform to local
plumbing, electrical and sanitation codes and
ordinances.
2. It is recommended that outside faucets for lawn
service be on the hard water line, ahead of the filter,
to conserve filtered water.
3. If this isn’t practical, use the convenient integral
bypass valve assembly.
CAUTION: The inlet water temperature MUST NOT
exceed 120° F.
4. Do not locate filter where ambient temperature
drops below 40° F.
5. Allow space around the filter for ease of servicing.
6. The filter drain lines must never be solidly connected
to the sewer line. (Always provide an air gap at the
END of the drain line). Valve drain line must not be
elevated over 5’ from the top of the filter on well
systems, and not over 8’ on municipal water systems.
7. Move the filter into position and connect to bypass
assembly (if used). The integral manual bypass option
is a connection which eliminates the need for a
3-valve manifold. This makes installation easier and
provides a more convenient method of bypassing.
8. IMPORTANT: Be sure that the water inlet line is
connected to the “inlet” side of the bypass valve or
to the inlet fitting. (Bypass valve both inlet/outlet
fittings are marked.) If water lines are reverse, (inlet/
outlet) filter mineral may be forced from the water
filter into the household plumbing system. If this