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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 solder flux, primer, and solvent cement on any part of the “O” Rings,
split rings, bypass valve or control valve . If the building’s electrical system is grounded to the plumbing, install a copper
grounding strap from the inlet to the outlet pipe . Plumbing must be done in accordance with all applicable local codes .
7 .
INSTALLING GROUND:
To maintain an electrical ground in metal
plumbing of a home’s cold water piping (such as a copper plumbing
system), install a ground clamp or jumper wiring .
NOTE:
If replacing an existing softener, also replace the ground clamps/
wire . If removing a softener, replace the piping with the same type of piping
as the original to assure plumbing integrity and grounding .
8 .
DRAIN LINE:
First, be sure that the drain can handle the backwash rate of the system . Solder joints near the drain must
be done prior to connecting the drain line flow control fitting . Leave at least 6” between the drain line flow control fitting
and solder joints . Failure to do this could cause interior damage to the flow control . Install a 1/2” I .D . flexible plastic tube
to the Drain Line Assembly or discard the tubing nut and use the 3/4” NPT fitting for rigid pipe (recommended) .
If the backwash rate is greater than 7 gpm, use a 3/4” rigid drain line.
Where the drain line is elevated
but empties into a drain below the level of the control valve, form a 7” loop at the discharge end of the line so that the
bottom of the loop is level with the drain connection on the control valve . This will provide an adequate anti-siphon trap .
Piping the drain line overhead <10 ft is normally not a problem . Be sure adequate pressure is available (40-60 psi is
recommended) . Where the drain empties into an overhead sewer line, a sink-type trap must be used . Run drain tube to its
discharge point in accordance with plumbing codes . Pay special attention to codes for air gaps and anti-siphon devices .
NOTE:
Drain line nut will not be supplied for units having a backwash rate greater than 7 gpm .
9 .
BRINE TANK CONNECTION:
Install the 3/8” O .D . polyethylene tube from the Refill Elbow to the Brine Valve in the
brine tank .
10 .
OVERFLOW LINE CONNECTION:
An overflow drain line is recommended where a brine overflow could damage
furnishings or the building structure.
Your softener is equipped with a brine tank safety float which greatly reduces
the chance of an accidental brine overflow . In the event of a malfunction, however, an
overflow line connection
will
direct the “overflow” to the drain instead of spilling on the floor where it could cause considerable damage . This
fitting is an elbow on the side of the brine tank . Attach a length of 1/2” I .D . tubing to fitting and run to drain . Do
not elevate overflow line higher than 3” below bottom of overflow fitting . Do not “tie” this tube into the drain line of
the control valve . Overflow line must be a direct, separate line from overflow fitting to drain, sewer, or tub . Allow an
air gap as per the drain line instructions .
CAUTION:
Never insert a drain line into a drain, sewer line, or trap. Always allow
an air gap between the drain line and the wastewater to prevent the
possibility of sewage being back-siphoned into the conditioner.
bottom drain line
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