Location Selection; Outdoor Locations - Pentair Pro Elite Professional Series Operation Manual

Location Selection

Location of a water conditioning system is important.
The following conditions are required:
• Level platform or floor.
Note: The Pro Elite System can be provided with
optional leveling feet that may be used on the two
tanks. Order part number 4000409.
• Room to access equipment for maintenance
and adding regenerant (salt) to tank.
• Ambient temperatures over 34°F
(1°C and below 120°F (49°C).
• Water pressure below 125 psi (8.62
bar) and above 20 psi (1.38 bar).
• In Canada the water pressure must
be below 100 psi (6.89 bar).
• Constant electrical supply to operate the control.
• Total minimum pipe run to water heater
of ten feet (three meters) to prevent
backup of hot water into system.
• Local drain for discharge as close as possible.
• Water line connections with
shutoff or bypass valves.
• Must meet any local and state
codes for site of installation.
• Valve is designed for minor plumbing
misalignments. Do not support weight
of system on the plumbing.
• Be sure all soldered pipes are fully cooled before
attaching plastic valve to the plumbing.
WARNING: Dry location use only, unless
used with a Listed Class 2 Power Supply
suitable for outdoor use.
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Outdoor Locations

It is recommended that the Pro Elite conditioner be
installed in a protected environment.
When installing the water conditioning system outdoors,
several items must be considered:
• Moisture – The valve and control are rated
for NEMA 3 locations. Falling water should
not affect performance. The system is not
designed to withstand extreme humidity
or water spray from below. Examples
are: constant heavy mist, near corrosive
environment, or upwards spray from sprinkler.
• Direct Sunlight – The materials used will fade
or discolor over time in direct sunlight. The
integrity of the materials will not degrade to
cause system failures.
• Temperature – Extreme hot or cold temperatures
will cause damage to the valve or control. Freezing
temperatures will freeze the water in the valve. This
will cause physical damage to the internal parts as
well as the plumbing and conditioning resin. High
temperatures will affect the control. The display
may become unreadable but the control should
continue to function. When the temperature returns
to normal operating limits, the display will re-
appear. A protective cover should assist with high
temperature applications.
• Insects – The control and valve have been designed
to keep all but the smallest insects out of the
critical areas. Any holes in the top plate can be
covered with duct tape. The top cover should be
installed securely in place.