Integration Constraints - Pentair Riversoft Installer Manual

4.4.

Integration constraints

Location of a water treatment system is important. The following conditions are required:
CAUTION
The surface for installation (platform or floor) must be solid, flat and level.
MANDATORY
Drain must be capable of handing a maximum backwash flow rate of 19 L/min.
• locate the softener as close as possible from drain discharge point and within 12.2 m maximum
of drain discharge point, respecting minimum drain line diameter advises given at chapter 
4.6.1. Drain line connection, page 39;
• room to access equipment for maintenance and adding salt in the brine tank;
• constant electrical supply to operate the controller;
• total minimum pipe run to water heater of 3 m (10 ft) to prevent backup of hot water into system;
• always install check valve to protect the softener from hot water return;
• water line connections with shut off or bypass valves;
• must meet any local and state codes for site of installation;
• use flexible piping to connect main piping to softener;
• be sure all soldered pipes are fully cooled before attaching plastic valve to the plumbing.
Ref. MKT-IM-045 / A - 13.03.2020
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