Operating instructions
Figure 2: HYDRO-CHARGER INSTALLATION
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Step 2
Shut off water at main supply. On a PRIVATE WELL SYSTEM turn off the power to the WELL PUMP and drain PRESSURE
TANK. Make certain all water pressure has been relieved from complete water system by opening nearest faucet to drain
water system. SHUT OFF FUEL SUPPLY TO WATER HEATER OR BOILER.
Step 3
Cut main supply line as required to fi t Hydro-Charger in plumbing between well pump and pressure tank (Hydro-Charger
may be installed in a vertical or horizontal position). The Hydro-Charger has been supplied with both 1” threaded and 1”
barbed (insert) fi ttings to allow for installation with various types of piping materials. When using the threaded nipples,
use thread tape only. When using barbed (insert) fi ttings, appropriate pipe clamps must be used. Once installed the
quick release nipples allow the Hydro-Charger to be rotated, so the air draw adjustment screw is accessible for adjust-
ment by a small bladed screwdriver. Allow at least 10 inches of straight run of 1” pipe on both INLET and OUTLET side
of the Hydro-Charger. Refer to Figure 2 for correct assembly.The quick release nipples also acts as a union to facilitate
the Hydro-Charger removal, inspection and cleaning as needed. With an installation on PVC pipe and copper tubing it
may require the addition of a normal plumbing union to aid in removal from the plumbing due to the rigidity of that type
of material. Make certain the directional arrows on the Hydro-Charger points toward the pressure tank and the pressure
control switch is located on the pressure tank side of Hydro-Charger as in Figure 1. Rapid cycling of pump may occur if
the pressure control switch is located on well side. If a check valve is located between hydrocharger and pressure tank,
it may prevent the Hydro-Charger from performing properly. Relocate to well side of Hydro-Charger.
Step 4
Turn back on the power to the well pump and pressurize the water lines to allow for adjustment of the Hydro-Charger.
Check for leaks and adjust as necessary.
Step 5
Set Hydro-Charger by following the following steps:
a) Open nearest faucet until well pump starts, then close faucet.
b) Place a fi nger lightly over the SUCTION PORT (Figure 4). A slight suction should be detected for approximately ONE
THIRD (1/3) of pumping cycle time. (Do not confuse with ONE THIRD (1/3) of pressure range).
c) If suction is too short, increase by turning air adjustment screw (Figure 4), CLOCKWISE. To decrease duration, turn
COUNTERCLOCK WISE.
d) Repeat steps (a) through (c) until proper setting is obtained. The optimum cycle time is 60 seconds or more, with
an air draw of 20 seconds minimum. Position DRAIN LINE over drain and secure fi rmly. To prevent back-siphoning
of sewer water, provide an air gap of at least 2 inches or 2 pipe diameters between end of drain hose and drain
(Figure 6). Do not raise DRAIN LINE more than 10 ft. above fl oor.
• Do not apply heat near Hydro-Charger, as damage may occur. On
badly scaled, older plumbing systems, it may be advantageous
to install a WYE STRAINER to help prevent plugging of the
Hydro-Charger nozzle with scale or debris. The use of a WYE
STRAINER must precede the hydrocharger on the inlet side by
a MINIMUM OF 10”.
• If existing water system includes a captive-air type pressure tank
(bladder) and it is desirable to install an additional air to water
type with an air release (not as a split steam type installation)
install an air to water type pressure tank between the Hydro-
Charger and the existing captive air type pressure tank.
• Before proceeding with Hydro-Charger installed, re-verify
adequate pumping rate pumping by following the procedure
described in SECTION 2. After verifi cation of adequate fl ow,
depressurize system as described previously.
• If installation is to be split streamed prior to fi lter vessel or
is it a public water supply (see fi gure 1), or refer to special
instructions on page 3-13.
IMPORTANT NOTES