INSTALLATION AND STARTUP
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Chapter 13 Water Softener Option
Getting Started
Pre-installation Review
A cotton prefilter should be installed before a softener to prevent any waterborne foreign material from getting
into the equipment.
VERY IMPORTANT! Where a brine drum overflow could cause damage, a 1/2" I.D. overflow line must be
installed on the barbed fitting on the drum and connected to a drain. Make sure the drain is not higher than
barbed fitting.
Note: Clear the area along the wall where the PVC drain line runs to floor drain. The manufacturer
does not recommend running flexible tubing across the floor or along walls. Flexible tubing
may be kicked out of the discharge point at floor drain, or the line may become pinched
resulting in improper back washing.
When installing a plastic component in the line, it is recommended that grounding straps be put in place
BEFORE the lines are cut to ensure that the ground is never broken.
When installation is complete, plumbing lines must be chlorinated for sanitation. Common household bleach
may be used. The amount of bleach will vary based on plumbing size, lengths and fixtures.
For iron bearing water, a salt which contains resin cleaning additives is recommended.
Note: IMPORTANT! This does not apply to tannin units.
Note: A clean grade of salt is strongly recommended. Do not use rock salt.
Read all steps, guides and rules carefully before installing and using the water softener.
Water Softener Installation CP 213
Determine the location to install the equipment. Make sure that the unit will be on a flat surface. Test the water to confirm that the
unit is properly sized for this installation. If sand/silt or turbidity is present, install a separate prefilter.
• Use a ladder for all work over head that is beyond your natural reach. If working continuously at a height of six feet or more, the
appropriate safety devices must be employed.
• Identify state and local plumbing codes before continuing. Verify that the installation complies with all applicable codes.
Install the system with by-pass valving. Note and follow the inlet and outlet arrows on valve head.
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.
• Use a scorch pad to protect any surface that may be exposed to a torch flame or excessive
heat.
• When installing a plastic component in the line, it is recommended that grounding straps be put
in place before the lines are 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. Take care during the installation process to assure that
solder and flux do not come in contact with the media tanks, the control module and related
plastic components.
• Proper ventilation must be provided when using PVC cleaner or glue.
• Loose clothing (i.e., shirt tails, sleeves, etc.) should not be worn or should be addressed before using a torch for soldering or a
drill for drilling.
After all plumbing is completed, but before connecting equipment, flush both the inlet and outlet lines by opening the by-pass valve
and allowing water to rinse out any debris in the lines.
Locate the enclosed kit containing: four O-rings, two pipes with O-rings, and a silicone packet. Apply a liberal amount of silicone to
the four O-rings and the O-rings on the two pipes. Install the four O-rings on the inlet/outlet adapters.
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