User Guide

6 Installation & Operation Manual Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2023
• The control valve, fittings and/or bypass are designed to accommodate minor plumbing
misalignment but are not designed to support the weight of a system or the plumbing.
• The unit must be installed on a surface that is firm, level, horizontal in both directions
and fully supports the entire base of the soener. The soener can weigh a considerable
amount when full and the base must be suitable to support this weight.
• Do not use petroleum jelly, oils, other hydrocarbon lubricants or spray silicone anywhere.
A silicon lubricant may be used on the black o-rings but it is not necessary.
• Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads. Thread seal tape is the preferred
sealant but is not necessary on the nut connection or caps because of o-ring seals.
• All plumbing should be done in accordance with local plumbing codes. The pipe size for
the drain line should be a minimum of ⅝”.
• Avoid getting primer and solvent cement on filter system.
• Install grounding strap on metal pipes if required.
• Ensure the system is protected against high pressure and extreme temperatures.
• Chlorine (free chlorine) tolerance is 1ppm - high chlorine levels permanently damage
the soening resin & is not covered under warranty. If chlorine exceeds this limit, we
recommend a carbon pre-filter such as the WH2 or CFS Series. Please refer to Puretec
for a specific recommendation. In any case, a carbon pre-filter is recommended to
protect against chlorine spikes & prolong the resin life.
• If pressure exceeds 500 kPa an approved pressure limiting device needs to be fitted.
Things to Remember While Planning Your Installation:
• All installation procedures MUST conform to local plumbing codes.
• If lawn sprinklers, a swimming pool, or geothermal heating/cooling or water for other
devices/activities are to be treated by the water soener, a larger model MUST be
selected to accommodate the higher flow rate plus the backwashing requirements of
the water soener. Contact Puretec for assistance.
Before Installation
WARNING - THESE STEPS ARE CRITICAL FOR THE CORRECT
INSTALLATION OF YOUR WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM.