Location Requirements; Air Gap Requirements - Whirlpool WHES20 Installation And Operation Manual

Location Requirements

Air Gap Requirements

Consider all of the following when selecting an installation location for the water softener.
Do not locate the water softener where freezing temperatures occur. Do not attempt to
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treat water over 120_F. Freezing, or hot water damage voids the warranty.
To condition all water in the home, install the water softener close to the water supply
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inlet, and before all other plumbing connections, except outside water pipes. Outside
faucets should remain on hard water to avoid wasting conditioned water and salt.
A nearby drain is needed to carry away regeneration discharge (drain) water. Use a floor
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drain, laundry tub, sump, standpipe, or other options (check your local codes). See "Air
Gap Requirements" and "Valve Drain Requirements" sections.
The water softener works on 24 volt- - 60 hz electrical power only, supplied by a direct
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plug- - in transformer (included). Provide an electrical outlet in accordance with NEC and
local codes.
Always install the water softener between the water heater and water inlet. Any other
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installed water conditioning equipment should be installed between the water softener
and the water inlet (see Figure 1 below).
cold to
water heater
water softener
Figure 1
A drain is needed for regeneration discharge water. A floor drain, close to the water softener, is
preferred. A laundry tub, standpipe, etc., are other drain options. Secure valve drain hose in place.
drain
hose
1---1/2"
airgap
floor drain
Figure 2
city water supply
pressure tank
optional
sediment
filter
well pump
drain
hose
1---1/2"
airgap
standpipe
OR
well water supply
drain
hose
1---1/2"
airgap
laundry tub
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