Installer manual Fleck 5800 LXT - Installation
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5.9 Bypassing
A bypass valve system should be installed on all water conditioning systems. Bypass valves isolate
the softener from the water system and allow unconditioned water to be used. Service or routine
maintenance procedures may also require that the system is bypassed.
Normal operation
Softening System
In Bypass
Softening System
In Out In Out
Caution - material
Risk of damage due to bad mounting!
Do not solder pipes with lead-based solder.
Do not use tools to tighten plastic fittings. Over time, stress may break the connections.
Do not use petroleum grease on gaskets when connecting bypass plumbing. Do not use
silicon grease. Use only P-80
®
Emulsion lubricant (water based lubricant). Using another
lubricant may damage the valve.
5.10 Drain line connection
Info
Standard commercial practices are expressed here.
Local codes may require changes to the following suggestions.
Check with local authorities before installing a system.
Mandatory
The drain line must be build with ½"semi rigid or rigid piping ! An air gap must be
present at the drain!
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