System Configuration; Installation - AO Smith AO-WH-SOFT-350 Manual Del Propietário

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

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Hard Water
To Outside
Well Water
Faucets
Shut Off
Valve
City Water
Inlet
Meter
Electrical
Outlet
Drain and
Overflow Lines
2" Air Gap
NOTICE: Failure to comply with these specifications may decrease the effectiveness of the
backwash and cause control valve malfunction. The water softener, like any other appliance,
requires correct installation and setting for optimum performance.
WARNING:
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Prior to installation on metallic plumbing,
securely install two grounding clamps and a
#4 copper wire per installation instructions.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death or electric shock.
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Ground Wire and Clamps
(Copper Pipe Only)
Outlet

INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION GUIDE
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1 Prepare the Appliance
Remove all packaging or installation
materials from brine cabinet.
Cold Soft
Water
2 Prepare the Placement Area
Hot Soft
Water
1 Ensure the placement area is clean.
2 Turn off electricity and water supply to
the water heater. For gas water heaters,
turn the gas cock to "Pilot".
3 Examine inlet plumbing to ensure that
the pipe is not plugged with lime, iron,
Water
or any other substance. Clean or replace
Heater
plugged plumbing.
NOTICE: A minimum 3/4" pipe is required between
the pressure tank and the water softener for it to
function properly. This note does not apply to city
Ensure inlet/outlet and drain connections
meet the applicable state and local codes.
Check arrows on bypass valve to ensure the
water flows in the proper direction. (see
Bypass Valve Overview)
NOTICE: Do not install water
Turn Off Water Supply
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1 Turn off the water supply.
2 Open the hot and cold water taps to
depressurize the lines.
Place water softener in desired location
using the system configuration diagram
as a guide. The diagram applies to a
basement, slab, crawl space, and outside
installations.
For most installations, install appliance
after the pressure tank and any water
filter appliance or water meter; and
before the water heater unless otherwise
recommended. When installing additional
filters, such as a carbon filter for well water,
place the filter after any water conditioning
appliance unless otherwise recommended.
Water Heaters: If less than 10' (3 m) of pipe
connects the water treatment appliance(s)
to the water heater, install a check valve
water, only to well water.
between water treatment appliance and
water heater as close to the water heater
as possible. An expansion tank may also
be used. Ensure the water heater has an
adequately rated temperature and pressure
safety relief valve.
softener backwards.
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Connect water lines in compliance with
all state, local, building, plumbing, and
electrical codes. Valve connection fittings
on the back of the unit are 1" MNPT. They
can be connected to your home's plumbing
supply with a variety of connectors or
fittings (sold separately). You can plumb
your softener to CPVC, PEX, or copper. If
using copper fittings do not allow solder
torch to melt the plastic threads on valve.
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NOTICE: It is strongly recommended to cover
the unit if installed outdoors.
Connect Water Lines
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