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Water Softener Safety

For installations in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts:

Installation by a licensed plumber is required. Plumbing code 248--CMR of the Commonwealth

of Massachusetts must be used for installation.

For installations in the state of California:

You must turn the Salt Efficiency Feature setting to ON. This may initiate more frequent re-

charges, however, it will operate at 4,000 grains per pound of salt or higher. To turn on the Salt

Efficiency Feature, follow the instructions in the “Salt Efficiency” section of this manual.

Before You Start

See “Location Requirements” section before installing water softener.

Follow the installation instructions carefully. (Failure to install the water softener properly voids the

warranty.)

Before you begin installation, read this entire manual. Then, obtain all the materials and tools you will need

to make the installation.

Check local plumbing and electrical codes.

Use only lead --free solder and flux for all sweat-solder connections, a s required by federal codes.

Use care when ha ndling the water softener. Do not turn upside down, drop, or set on sharp protrusions.

Avoid installing in direct sunlight. Excessive sun heat may cause distortion or other damage to

non--metallic parts.

The water softener requires a minimum water flow of 3 gallons per minute at the inlet. Maximum allowable

inlet water pressure is 125 psi. If daytime pressure is over 80 psi, nighttime pressure may exceed the

maximum. Use a pressure reducing valve if necessary. (Adding a pressure re ducing valve may reduce the

flow.) If your home is equi pped with a back flow preventer, an expansion t ank must be installed in

accordance with local codes and laws.

The water softener works on 24 volt 60 hz electrical power only, supplied by a direct plug--in transformer

(included). Be sure to use the included transforme r a nd plug it into a nominal 120V, 60 cycle household

outlet that is properl y protecte d by an ove rcurrent device such as a circuit breaker or fuse. If transformer

is replaced, use only the authorized service, Class II, 24V 10VA transformer.

This system is not intended to be used for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown

quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.

European Dire ctive 2002/96/EC requires all electrical and electronic equipment to be disposed of

according to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) requirements. This directive or

similar l aws are in place nationally and can vary from region to region. Please refer to your state and

loca l laws for proper disposal of this equipment.

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