General and commercial installation checklist, Valve to tank installation instructions – Hydrotech 9500 Commercial TMI Water Softener User Manual
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General and Commercial Installation Checklist
WATER PRESSURE:
A minimum of 25 pounds of water pressure is required for regeneration valve to operate
effectively.
ELECTRICAL FACILITIES:
A continuous 115 volt, 60 Hertz current supply is required. Make certain the current
supply is always hot and cannot be turned off with another switch.
EXISTING PLUMBING:
Condition of existing plumbing should be free from lime and iron buildup. Piping that is
built up heavily with lime and/or iron should be replaced. If piping is clogged with iron, a separate iron filter unit
should be installed ahead of the water softener.
LOCATION OF SOFTENER AND DRAIN:
The softener should be located close to a drain.
BY-PASS VALVES:
Always provide for the installation of a by-pass valve.
Valve to Tank Installation Instructions
Spin the valve onto the tank, ensuring the threads are not cross-threaded..
NOTE: All Fleck
®
valves are right-hand threads, or clockwise, to install
Rotate the valve freely without using force until it comes to a stop (this position is considered zero).
Rotate the valve clockwise from zero, between ¼ turn and ½ turn (see the diagram below)..
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NOTE:
If lubricant is required, a silicone compound is strongly recommended. Dow Corning
®
Silicone
Compound (available from Fleck
®
), is recommended for best possible results. Dow Corning
®
7 Release
Compound is used in the manufacture of Fleck
®
control valves. The use of other types of lubricants may
attack the control’s plastic or rubber components. Petroleum-based lubricants can cause swelling in rubber
parts, including o-rings and seals. .
Part No.
Description
16174
Silicone, 2 oz Tube
16586-8
Silicone, Dow #7 8 LB