Spring Well FS1 User manual

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SALT-FREE WATER SOFTENER
MODEL: FS1, FS4
Installation Instructions
CUSTOMER SERVICE IS AVAILABLE MON-FRI 9AM-6PM EST
800-589-5592
WWW.SPRINGWELLWATER.COM
Our high-tech SpringWell FutureSoft salt-free water
softener is a chemical-free, maintenance-free and
environmentally friendly alternative to salt-based
softening. Eliminate scale, extend the life of your
appliances and make cleaning easier today!

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Additional Parts Included
PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS FULLY BEFORE INSTALLATION.
Be sure to follow all applicable plumbing codes. The system must be
installed on main water supply line.
CAUTION: Do not install on well water unless you have spoken to a
customer service representative first.
The main tank sits in a “boot” and may need to be adjusted after shipping.
1. Pre-filter housing
2. 5 micron sediment filter
3. O-Ring for pre-filter housing
4. Mounting bracket for pre-filter housing
5. Spanner wrench for pre-filter housing
6. Hose bib assembly
7. Bypass valve
8. 1” MNPT fittings
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Product Specs
FS1
Tank Width
6”
Tank Height
35” (39” with head)
Service Flow
12 GPM
Max Pressure
75 PSI
Operating Temps
35 - 110 F
Connection Size
1”
For replacement filters, please visit: www.springwellwater.com/replacements
If the tank is not perfectly straight, carefully lift the tank straight up a few inches and tap
it on the ground until the tank stands vertical and fits snuggly into the tank boot.
FS4
Tank Width
9”
Tank Height
48” (52” with head)
Service Flow
15 GPM
Max Pressure
75 PSI
Operating Temps
35 - 110 F
Connection Size
1”

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FutureSoft Soak
Set the tank on a level surface in an area where it can get wet around the tank.
Locate the bypass valve with the red arrows and the 1” PVC elbows. Install
bypass valve to head of tank hand tight. Now install PVC elbow onto the Inlet
side. Locate the hose bib assembly and connect it to the Inlet side. Connect a
water hose to the opposite end of the hose bib assembly. Put the bypass valve
in the “on” position. Turn the water on slowly to about halfway on and wait until
water comes out of the Outlet side. Disconnect hose and put the bypass valve in
bypass mode, then set tank aside in a safe place for 2 days.
IMPORTANT!
The media inside the FutureSoft system MUST soak in water
for a MINIMUM of 2 days before installation.
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After the FutureSoft media has soaked for 2 days locate the hose bib assembly
again and connect it to the Inlet side of the tank head. Connect a water hose to
the opposite end of the hose bib assembly. Put the bypass valve to the in
service mode. Turn the water on slowly and only halfway on and allow the water
to run for 15-20 minutes. Turn water off and disconnect the water hose. Connect
water hose to Outlet side of the filter head and turn water on slowly to full
strength. Allow water to run for 5 minutes. Disconnect hose and connect to the
Inlet side of the tank head. Turn water on slowly and to halfway on, run for 10
minutes. Disconnect the hose bib assembly.
FutureSoft Rinse

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1. This is the point where you will need to shut the main
water supply off and adapt your plumbing in and through
the system.
2. We recommend you plumb a shut off valve before the pre-filter
housing.!
3. Locate the area where the system is going to be installed.
Locate aluminum pre-filter mounting bracket with hex bolts and
washers.!
4. Mount the pre-filter bracket to the wall (hex bolts into wall with
washers).
Pre-Filter Setup / Installation

Now connect the pre-filter housing head to the mounting
bracket with the hex bolts provided.
Plumb the water from the main water supply into the Inlet
side of the pre-filter head (follow the arrows for water flow).
Install lubed o-ring in groove on top of the blue pre-filter
housing.
Unwrap pre-filter and install it onto small pipe stand inside
the housing.
Screw the housing to the head as tight as you can without
the pre-filter housing wrench. Now take the wrench and
tighten down hand tight.
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FutureSoft System Install
Plumb the main water supply coming out of the pre-filter housing into the Inlet
side of the bypass valve. Now finish the plumbing by connecting the Outlet side
of the bypass valve to the main plumbing supply. Place the bypass valve in
bypass.
Complete Install:
Once the plumbing is complete its time to start the system up. Double check all
connections. The valve nuts should only be hand tight. Slowly turn the main
water supply back on. Check for leaks. If there are no leaks slowly turn the
bypass valve to the on position. Go to a faucet inside and slowly turn the cold
water on about halfway and let it run for about 5 minutes. Turn off the faucet and
you have now completed the install.
Now you can enjoy your new Whole House Salt Free Softener!
(Example using SharkBite Fittings)
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Warranty Information
For more information on our warranty, please visit www.springwellwater.com/warranty/
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