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1.
Place water softener and WMS storage tank on clean, level and solid location.
2.
Install softener according to installation instructions in softener manual.
3.
Run drain line from softener to Motorized Alternating Valve (MAV) on storage tank and run drain line from MAV to
drain in pipe capable of handling softener backwash flow rate.
4.
Connect overflow to drain with proper air gap.
5.
Install cold soft water make-up line to storage tank.
6.
Install make-up float by flushing debris from lines before fitting. Mount valve horizontally in tank with outlet point-
ing down. Tape inlet thread with Teflon tape. Set bottom stop at desired on position and tie off cord at end of
arm with firm knot (keep bottom stop away from tank outlet). Ensure weighted float is in correct position and cut
excess cord to desired length. Avoid mounting valve near overflow outlet.
7.
Plumb drains of any other reclaimable water supplies to storage tank. This is a "clear water" only reuse system and
not designed for gray water or black water or storm water. Besides other water treatment equipment discharge,
may use water including but not limited to non-contact cooling water, condensate drainage from refrigeration com-
pressors and air conditioning equipment, drainage water for equipment chilling purposes and cooled condensate
from steam heating systems.
8.
Install delivery pump.
9.
Turn on water to make-up line for initial fill of storage tank.
10. Install pressure gauge and sample tap.
11. If using the optional carbon filter for de-chlorinating water prior to toilets, install and add cartridge to the housing.
12. Prime the delivery pump.
13. Pressurize non-potable water supplies and check for leaks. Label re-use piping according to state and local re-
quirements. In Wisconsin, see 82.40 of plumbing code, table 82.40-1a, below.
14. Place (1) chlorine tablet in floating chlorine dispenser and place in water.
Supply
Potable
Nonpotable
Reuse
(Nonpotable)
Device
Specific
c
All nonpotable water outlets shall be identified at the point of use for each outlet with the following legends or as otherwise approved by the department.
a
Tag should reflect the intended use.
b
Servicing an individual or similar plumbing fixtures or appliances.
c
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
FOLLOW ALL STATE AND LOCAL PLUMBING CODES
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE – COMM 82.40
TABLE 82.40-1A DISTRIBUTION AND SERVICE
Tag and Band Color
Green
Yellow
Purple
Gray
Tag Shape
Tag Size
Round
3" diameter
Triangle
4" Sides
Triangle
4" Sides
Triangle
4" Sides
5
Tag Legend
a
Safe Water
Nonpotable Water or
Not Safe for Drinking
Nonpotable Water or
Not Safe for Drinking or
Specific Use
b
Specific Use
b
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