WHOLE HOUSE IRON REDUCTION SYSTEMS 1.0, 1.
PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS • Do not install this system where water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. • This system must be installed in an area that is not affected by extreme heat, cold or the elements. The selected installation area must be adequate for easy service of all parts. • This system must be installed in accordance with all applicable state and local laws and regulations.
5. LOCATE A SITE FOR THE UNIT • There are three primary requirements needed for a site: the main water source, a drain (the drain may be a floor drain, a sewer trap, utility sink, vent stack, dry well, etc., depending on local plumbing codes) and an electrical connection. Locate the system as close to these items as practical. Avoid drain lines over 25 feet long. In most applications, bypass any outside faucets. • Place the unit in the desired location. The location must have a level, smooth surface.
9. CONNECT THE PLUMBING TO THE BYPASS VALVE • Do not point the soldering torch directly at the system. The thermoplastic material will last a lifetime, within normal operating temperatures, but will melt in a torch flame. • To prevent hot water from backing up into the conditioner, avoid short connections of pipe between the conditioner and the hot water heater. If you can’t avoid a short connection, move the equipment to another location. As a last resort, install a check valve.
Option for non-freezing climate only 12. INSTALL THE AIR CHECK ASSEMBLY Air check assembly should be assembled as shown below, with the screen pointing up. Be sure that the molded arrow on the air check valve points down.
Special attention for situations where a Filter and a Softener are installed together: When a whole house filter and a softener are installed side by side, the preferred approach is to run a separate drain line from each unit all the way to the point of termination. If this is not done, there is the potential for drain water from the filter to back feed through the softener and overfill the brine tank, especially when drain lines are run overhead.
