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Installation Requirements

Tools and Parts Needed

Assemble the required tools before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with

any tools listed here.

• Screwdriver • Tape Measure

• Pliers

If using Soldered Copper Pipe

• Tubing cutter • Lead--free solder and flux

• Propane torc h • Emery cloth, sandpaper or stee l wool

• Misc. copper pipe fittings

If using Threaded Pipe

• Pipe cutter or hacksaw • Pipe joint compound

• Threading tool • Misc. threaded pipe fittings

If using CPVC Plastic

• Pipe cutter • Solvent cement

• Hacksaw • Primer

• Adjustable wrench • Misc. CPVC pipe fittings

If using Other

• Other pipe and fittings suitable for potable water supply as required by piping system

manufa cturer and local codes and/or or dinances.

Location Requirements

Consider all of the following when selecting an installation location for the water softener.

• Do not locate the water softener where freezing temperatures occur. Do not attempt to

trea t water over 120_F. Freezing, or hot water damage voids the warranty.

• To condition all water in the home, install t he water softener close to the water supply

inlet, and before all other plumbing connections, except outside water pipes. Outside

faucets should remain on hard water to avoid wasting conditioned water and salt.

• A nearby drain is needed to carry away regeneration discharge (drain) water. Use a floor

drain, laundry tub, sump, standpipe, or othe r options (check your local codes). See “Air

Gap Requirements” and “Valve Drain Requirements” sections.

• The water softener works on 24 volt 60 hz electrical power only, supplied by a direct

plug--in transformer (included). Provide an electrical outlet in accordance with NEC and

local codes.

• Always install the water softener between the water heater and water inlet. Any other

installed water conditioning equipment should be installed between the water softener

and the water inlet (see Figure 1).

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