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GENERAL INSTALLATION & SERVICE WARNINGS
The control valve, fittings and/or bypass are designed to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments.
There is a small amount of “give” to properly connect the piping, but the water softener is not designed to
support the weight of the plumbing.
Do not use Vaseline, oils, other hydrocarbon lubricants or spray silicone anywhere. A silicone lubricant may
be used on black “O” Rings, but is not necessary.
Avoid any type of lubricants, including silicone, on red
or clear lip seals.
Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads.
Teflon
®
tape must be used on the threads of the 1" NPT
inlet and and outlet, the brine line connection at the control valve, and on the threads for the drain line
connection. Teflon
®
tape is not used on the nut connections or caps because “O” Ring seals are used.
The nuts and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand or with the special plastic Service
Wrench, #CV3193-01. If necessary, pliers can be used to unscrew the nut or cap. Do not use a pipe wrench
to tighten nuts or caps.
Do not place screwdriver in slots on caps and/or tap with a hammer.
SITE REQUIREMENTS
• water pressure – 30 -100 psi
• current draw is 0.5 amperes
• water temperature – 33-100°F (0.5-37.7°C)
• the plug-in transformer is for dry locations only
• electrical – 115/120V, 60Hz uninterrupted outlet
• the tank should be on a firm level surface
1. The distance between the drain and the water conditioner should be as short as possible.
2. Since salt must be periodically added to the brine tank, it should be located where it is
easily accessible.
3. Do not install any water conditioner with less than 10 feet of piping between its outlet and
the inlet of a water heater.
4. Do not position unit where it or its connections (including the drain and overflow lines) will
ever be subjected to room temperatures under 33° F.
WELL WATER INSTALLATION
MUNICIPAL INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION:
