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BEFORE INSTALLATION
Make sure you have a copy of the most recent water test results. It is important that this product not be installed until you
have this information.
In all cases where metal pipe was originally used and is later interrupted by poly pipe or the Noryl bypass valve or by physical
separation, an approved ground clamp with no less than #6 copper conductor must be used for continuity, to maintain proper
metallic pipe bonding.
Inspecting and Handling Your New System*
Inspect the equipment for any shipping damage. If damaged, notify the transportation company and request a damage
inspection. Damage to cartons should also be noted.
Handle the water softener with care. Damage can result if it is dropped or set on sharp, uneven projections on the floor.
Do not turn the water softener upside down.
To Ensure this Product Functions Properly:
Your feed water line size to the unit must be a minimum of 3/4 inch with an operating pressure of no less than 30
psi and no more than 125 psi.
MECHANICAL:
Do not use petroleum based lubricants such as petroleum jelly, oils, or hydrocarbon based lubricants.Use only 100% silicone
lubricants (packet provided in parts kit). All plastic connections should be hand tightened only. Teflon tape may be used on
connections that do not use an o-ring seal. Do not use pliers or pipe wrenches except where indicated by nut shape (eg. pipe
adapters) All plumbing must be completed according to local codes. Soldering connections should be done before connecting
any pieces to the pipe as excessive heat can damage them.
Tools Required for Installation:
NOTE: The installation should only be completed by an LHWS certified installer to
ensure this product is installed in accordance with local plumbing codes.
sAdditional tools may be required if modification to home plumbing is required.
sPlastic inlet and outlet fittings are included with the water softener. To maintain full valve flow, 3/4” or 1” pipes to and
from the water softener fittings are recommended. You should maintain the same, or larger, pipe size as the water supply
pipe, up to the water softener inlet and outlet.
sUse copper, brass, or PEX pipe and fittings.
sSome codes may also allow PVC plastic pipe.
sALWAYS install the included bypass valve, and 3 valve plumbing bypass. Bypass valves let you turn off water to the
water softener for repairs if needed, but still have water in the house pipes.
NOTE
All government codes and
regulations governing the
installation of these devices
must be observed.
NOTE
If a severe loss in water
pressure is observed when
the water softener is initially
placed in service, the tank
may have been laid on its
side during transit. If this
occurs, backwash the water
softener to “reclassify” the
media.
*NOTE
Due to transportation
and climatic conditions all
connections including the
valve to the tank need to be
checked at time of
installation and tightened if
necessary.
NOTE
Check your local electrical
code for the correct clamp
and cable size.
CAUTION!
If the ground from the
electrical panel or breaker
box to the water meter or
underground copper pipe
is tied to the copper water
lines and these lines are cut
during installation of the No-
ryl bypass valve and/or poly
pipe, an approved grounding
strap must be used between
the two lines that have been
cut in order to maintain
continuity. The length of the
grounding strap will depend
upon the number of units
being installed and/or the
amount of copper pipe being
replaced with plastic pipe.
See Fig. 1.
