Caution, Warning – Aqua-Pure AWS150M User Manual
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Step 1)
Remove the unit from the shipping box and remove all packaging. Ensure no freight damage has occurred since shipment from our manufacturing
facility. Locate the parts package and install the bypass and adapter fi ttings on the control valve to facilitate the connection to the customer’s
water supply.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:
• On plastic fi ttings, never use pipe sealant or pipe dope. Use PTFE thread tape only, pipe dope properties may deteriorate plastic;
• Take care when using pliers or pipe wrenches to tighten plastic fi ttings, as damage may occur if over tightening occurs.
Step 2)
NOTE: Extension legs should be installed only whenever a salt dosage on any model softener is more than 15 lbs. Models utilizing 15” x 15”
x 34” brine tanks require salt grid extension legs when salting the softener above 15 lbs. of salt or more. Models requiring extension leg kits
can be ordered through your Dealer/Installer or our Customer Service Department at 1-800-222-7880.
Verify all packaging materials have been removed from the brine tank. On all units, legs rest on bottom of the brine tank.
Step 3)
Shut off all water at main supply valve on a public water supply. On a private well system, turn off power to the pump and drain pressure tank. Make certain
pressure is relieved from complete system by opening nearest faucet to drain system.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:
• SHUT OFF FUEL OR ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY TO WATER HEATER after water is shut off.
Step 4)
Cut main supply line as required to fi t plumbing to INLET and OUTLET of unit.
Step 5)
Attach plumbing. DO NOT apply heat to any fi tting connected to BYPASS or CONTROL VALVE as damage may result to internal parts or connecting
adapters. MAKE CERTAIN WATER FLOW ENTERS THROUGH INLET AND DISCHARGES THROUGH OUTLET.
WARNING
To reduce the risk associated with a hazardous voltage:
• If the home electrical system requires use of the cold water system as an electrical safety ground, a jumper must be used to ensure a suffi cient
ground connection across the water softener installation piping — refer installation to qualifi ed personnel.
The control valve allows for 1/2” connection for use as a drain line connection.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage:
• On plastic fi ttings, never use pipe sealant or pipe dope. Use PTFE thread tape only, pipe dope properties may deteriorate plastic;
• Take care when using pliers or pipe wrenches to tighten plastic fi ttings, as damage may occur if over tightening occurs.
Step 6)
Attach DRAIN LINE to DRAIN LINE FITTING. To prevent back pressure from reducing fl ow rate below minimum required for backwash, DRAIN LINE
MUST be sized according to run length and relative height. Be careful not to bend fl exible drain tubing
sharply enough to cause “kinking” (if kinking occurs DRAIN LINE MUST BE REPLACED). Typical examples of
proper DRAIN LINE diameters are:
1) 1/2” ID up to 15 ft. when discharge is lower than INLET.
2) 5/8” ID up to 15 ft. when discharge is slightly higher than the INLET.
3) 3/4” ID when drain is 25 ft. away and/or drain is installed overhead.
Some areas prohibit the use of fl exible drain lines. Check with local code offi cials prior to installation.
Step 7)
Position DRAIN LINE over drain and secure fi rmly. To prevent backsiphoning of sewer water, provide an air-
gap of at least 2” or 2 pipe diameters between end of drain hose and drain (Figure 2). DO NOT raise DRAIN
LINE more than 10 ft. above fl oor.
Step 8)
Connect one end of the included 3/8” black Polyethylene tubing to the brine fi tting located on the left side
of the CONTROL VALVE. Connect the other end to the SAFETY BRINE VALVE ELBOW inside of the brine well
in the brine tank. To do so remove the retaining clip from the brine line fi tting on the control valve. The retaining clip is holding a plastic insert
sleeve and needs to be inserted into the polyethylene tubing before installing the tubing into the fi tting elbow and hand tighten only. CAUTION:
Do not use pliers or wrenches to tighten as damage may occur and will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Step 9)
Install OVERFLOW LINE to brine tank OVERFLOW FITTING. Discharge of line must be lower than OVERFLOW FITTING. DO NOT INTERCONNECT OVER-
FLOW LINE WITH VALVE DRAIN LINE.
Drain Line Connection
Figure 2