Equipment Installation - Pentair Omnifilter OM26KCS Directives D'installation

EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION

General Warnings And Safety Information
Electrical
There are no user-serviceable parts in the AC adapter, motor,
or controller . In the event of a failure, these should be replaced .
• All electrical connections must be completed according to
local and national codes .
• Use only the power AC adapter that is supplied .
• The power outlet must be grounded .
• To disconnect power, unplug the AC adapter from its
power source .
Mechanical
• Do not use petroleum based lubricants such as petroleum
jelly, oils, or hydrocarbon based lubricants . Use only
100% silicone lubricants .
• All plastic connections should be hand tightened . PTFE
plumber tape may be used on connections that do not
use an O-ring seal . Do not use pliers or pipe wrenches .
• All plumbing must be completed according to local, state
and international codes .
• Soldering near any plastic fittings should be done before
connecting fittings to the valve. Excessive heat will cause
interior damage to the valve .
• Observe drain line requirements .
• Do not use lead-based solder for sweat solder
connections .
• The drain line must be a minimum of 1/2-inch diameter.
Use 3/4-inch pipe if the backwash flow rate is greater than
7 gpm (26 .5 Lpm) or the pipe length is greater than
20 feet (6 m) .
• Do not support the weight of the system on the control
valve fittings, plumbing, or the bypass.
• It is not recommended to use sealants on the threads .
Use plumber tape on all threaded connections .
General
• Observe all warnings that appear in this manual .
• Keep the unit in the upright position . Do not turn on side,
upside down, or drop . Turning the tank upside down will
cause media to enter the valve .
• Operating ambient temperature is between 34°F (1°C)
and 120°F (49°C) .
• Operating water temperature is between 35°F (1°F) and
100°F (38°C) .
• Working water pressure range is 20 to 125 psi
(1 .38 to 8 .6 bar) . In Canada the acceptable working water
pressure range is 20 to 100 psi (1 .38 to 6 .89 bar) .
• Use only salt salts designed for water softening . Do not
use ice melting, block, or rock salts .
• Follow state and local codes for water testing . Do not
use water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality .
• When filling media tank, do not open water valve
completely . Fill tank slowly to prevent media from exiting
the tank .
• When installing the bypass water connection, connect
to the plumbing system first. Allow heated parts to cool
and cemented parts to set before installing any plastic
parts . Do not get primer or solvent on O-rings, nuts, or the
valve .
System Recharge Cycles (9-Cycle Operation)
Service (Downflow):
Untreated water is directed down through the resin bed and up
through the riser tube . The hardness ions attach themselves
to the resin and are removed from the water . The water is
conditioned as it passes through the resin bed .
1 . Brine Refill:
Water is directed to the salt tank at a controlled rate, to
create brine for the next recharge .
2 . Brine Prep (Dissolve Salt)
After the refill cycle fills the salt tank with water, this cycle
allows time for the salt to dissolve into the water .
3 . Backwash 1 (Upflow):
The flow of water is reversed by the control valve and
directed down the riser tube and up through the resin bed .
During the backwash cycle, the bed is expanded and debris
is flushed to the drain.
4 . Brine Draw (Downflow):
The brine draw cycle takes place during the slow rinse
cycle . The control directs water through the brine injector
and brine is drawn from the salt tank . Brine draw is
completed when the air check in the salt tank closes .
5 . Slow Rinse (Downflow):
The brine is directed down through the resin bed and up
through the riser tube to the drain . The hardness ions are
displaced by sodium ions and are sent to the drain . The
resin is recharged during the brine cycle .
6 . Repressurize Cycle (Hard Water Bypass Flapper Open):
This cycle closes the flappers for a short time to allow the
air and water to hydraulically balance in the valve before
continuing the recharge .
7 . Fast Rinse 1 (Downflow):
The control directs water down through the resin bed and
up through the riser tube to the drain . Any remaining brine
residual is rinsed from the resin bed .
8 . Backwash 2 (Upflow):
The flow of water is reversed by the control valve and
directed down the riser tube and up through the resin bed .
During the backwash cycle, the bed is expanded and debris
is flushed to the drain.
9 . Fast Rinse 2 (Downflow):
The control directs water down through the resin bed and
up through the riser tube to the drain . Any remaining brine
residual is rinsed from the resin bed .
• 3