8
Planning Installation
ECOWATER
S Y S T E
M S
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
D
common screwdriver
D
pliers
D
cross--point screwdriver
D
tape measure
SOLDERED COPPER
THREADED
CPVC PLASTIC
D
tubing cutter
D
hacksaw or
pipe cutter
D
hacksaw
D
propane torch
D
threading tool
D
adjustable
wrench
D
LEAD--FREE
solder and flux
D
pipe joint com-
pound*
D
solvent cement*
D
emery cloth,
sandpaper or steel
wool
D
primer
MATERIALS YOU MAY NEED
H
bypass valve, or 3 valves
H
pipe and fittings as required
H
5/8” I. D. minimum drain hose, either standard gar-
den hose, or hose onto a barb fitting*
*
VALVE DRAIN OPTIONS:
Flexible drain hose is
not allowed in all localities (check your codes). For
a rigid valve drain run, plumb according to local
codes. To connect to the valve drain fitting, pur-
chase an adaptor, garden hose thread x 5/8” (mini-
mum) tube. Use a hacksaw to cut barbs from the
fitting.
SELECT INSTALLATION LOCATION
Consider all of the following when selecting an
installation location for the filter selected.
S
To filter all water in the home, install the filter close
to the water supply inlet. To conserve filtered wa-
ter, outside faucets should remain on raw water.
S
If other water conditioning equipment is installed,
locate as shown in Figure 4.
S
A nearby drain is needed to carry away regenera-
tion discharge water. A floor drain is preferred,
with a laundry tub, standpipe, etc., as other op-
tions (check your local codes).
S
The filter works on 24 volts only. A transformer is
included (FOR INDOOR USE) to reduce
115V--60 Hz house electrical power. Provide an
approved, grounded outlet within 10’ of the filter.
The filter includes a 10’ power cable for connec-
tion between the transformer and the timer. The
relay box also requires a suitable live, grounded
outlet.
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Position the filter at least 6” from surrounding
walls, or other appliances, to allow access for
servicing.
S
If installing the filter in an outside location, be sure
to provide protection from the elements, contami-
nation, vandalism, and sunlight heat. The sun’s
heat can melt plastic parts.
FIGURE 4
Well
Pump
Pressure
tank
Water
Softener
Taste &
Odor
Filter
Chemical
Feed System
Air Injected
Iron Filter
Water
Neutralizer
Filter
Sediment
Filter
Blending
Tank
HOT
COLD
OUTSIDE
FAUCETS
Water
Heater