Tapworks AD11 User And Installation Manual - (Cont)
Installation of your water softener
(cont)
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PLANNING AND SITING THE INSTALLATION
The installation of a water softener is relatively easy, but we
recommend that this work is undertaken by a plumber or an
experienced DIY handyman. Where possible the water softener
should be sited close to the rising main, allowing for any required
hard water draw off points, i.e. drinking tap and outside tap.
A 22mm installation kit is included with the water softener. Use the
15mm reducers for 15mm pipework. Keep the drain run as short as
possible and allow for ease of service and salt access. If installed
next to a boiler or hot water cylinder you may have to protect
against condensation. When siting the softener please place on a
sound base and consider space for accessing the unit for servicing
etc. Sufficient space should be left behind the unit to allow easy
access for repairs and cleaning. A minimum of 3” space must be
left above thevalve cover lid.Check local plumbing and electrical
regulations and by-laws. The installation must conform to them.
FREEZING
The installation of all water fittings should be in accordance with
local water bylaws and the water softener, and all associated
pipework, must be protected against freezing. Take special care
where the drain runs outside. Freezing will prevent recharge and
cause overflowing.
LEAD PIPEWORK
Where lead pipework exists downstream of the proposed location
of the water softener, we advise you ask the local water authority
for advice on the replacement of lead pipework. Grants may be
available. Homes built since 1976 will not have lead pipework.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
The water softener requires a 240 volt 50 Hz electrical supply
taken off a power supply not a lighting circuit. Power is supplied via
a 24 volt 50 Hz transformer.
HARDWATER TAP
Fitting a separate hard water drinking water tap is
currently recommended by the UK Dept of
Health,WRAS and the UKWTA.
Fitment of separate hard water drinking tap is not required by
regulation, except in exceptionally hard water areas
(above 400mg/l) where the Sodium content of the treated water
(increased due to the softening process) exceeds the level laid
down in the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2000.
If in doubt please seek advice.
PRESSURE
Low or high pressure could lead to damage or non-operation of the
water softener. If the daytime pressure exceeds 4.76 BAR (70 psi)
a pressure- reducing valve should be fitted. If daytime pressure is
less than 1.7 BAR (25 psi) a pressure pump is required.
Note: Night-time pressure will be much higher than daytime.
FLOW RATES
The water flow must be at least 1 litre per minute for the water
softener to operate as originally designed.
Maximum flow is 53 litres per minute (peak).
PLUMBING COMPONENTS NEEDED
The installation kit provides the basic plumbing components but
additional piping and connectors (capillary and/or compression
copper fittings) should be used as required.
WARNING: FAILURE TO MEET THE FOLLOWING
REQUIREMENTS CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE WATER
SOFTENER, OR RESTRICT ITS OPERATION.
Installation of Tapworks Softener models Ultra 9, AD11 & AD 15
Please Remember – Only use tablet or pellet salt in your softener!