Installation; Start-Up Instructions - Pentair Fleck 2850s Service Manual

INSTALLATION

Water Pressure
A minimum of 20 pounds (1.4 bar) of water pressure is required
for regeneration valve to operate effectively.
Electrical Facilities
An uninterrupted alternating current (A/C) supply is required.
Note: Other voltages are available. Please make sure your
voltage supply is compatible with your unit before installation.
Existing Plumbing
Condition of existing plumbing should be free from lime and
iron buildup. Piping that is built up heavily with lime and/or iron
should be replaced. If piping is clogged with iron, a separate
iron filter unit should be installed ahead of the water softener.
Location Of Softener And Drain
The softener should be located close to a drain to prevent air
breaks and back flow.
BY-PASS VALVES
Always provide for the installation of a by-pass valve if unit is
not equipped with one.
CAUTION
Water pressure is not to exceed 125 psi (8.6 bar),
water temperature is not to exceed 110°F (43°C),
and the unit cannot be subjected to freezing
conditions.
Installation Instructions
1. Place the softener tank where you want to install the unit
making sure the unit is level and on a firm base.
2. During cold weather, the installer should warm the valve to
room temperature before operating.
3. All plumbing should be done in accordance with local
plumbing codes. The pipe size for residential drain line
should be a minimum of 1/2" (13 mm). Backwash flow rates
in excess of 7 gpm (26.5 Lpm) or length in excess of 20'
(6 m) require 3/4" (19 mm) drain line. Commercial drain
lines should be the same size as the drain line flow control.
4. Refer to the dimensional drawing for cutting height of the
distributor tube. If there is no dimensional drawing, cut the
distributor tube flush with the top of the tank.
5. Lubricate the distributor O-ring seal and tank O-ring seal.
Place the main control valve on tank. Note: Only use
silicone lubricant.
6. Solder joints near the drain must be done prior to
connecting the Drain Line Flow Control fitting (DLFC).
Leave at least 6" (15 cm) between the DLFC and solder
joints when soldering pipes that are connected on the
DLFC. Failure to do this could cause interior damage to the
DLFC.
7. Teflon tape is the only sealant to be used on the drain
fitting. The drain from twin tank units may be run through a
common line.
8. Make sure that the floor is clean beneath the salt storage
tank and that it is level.
9. Place approximately 1" (25 mm) of water above the grid
plate. If a grid is not utilized, fill to the top of the air check
(Figure 1) in the salt tank. Do not add salt to the brine tank
at this time.
10. On units with a by-pass, place in by-pass position. Turn on
the main water supply. Open a cold soft water tap nearby
and let run a few minutes or until the system is free from
foreign material (usually solder) that may have resulted
from the installation. Once clean, close the water tap.
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11. Slowly place the by-pass in service position and let water
flow into the mineral tank. When water flow stops, slowly
open a cold water tap nearby and let run until the air is
purged from the unit.
12. Plug unit into an electrical outlet. Note: All electrical
connections must be connected according to local codes.
Be certain the outlet is uninterrupted.
Figure 1 Residential Air Check Valve
START-UP INSTRUCTIONS
The water softener should be installed with the inlet, outlet, and
drain connections made in accordance with the manufacturer's
recommendations, and to meet applicable plumbing codes.
1. Turn the manual regeneraton knob slowly in a clockwise
direction until the program micro switch lifts on top of the
first set of pins. Allow the drive motor to move the piston to
the first regeneration step and stop. Each time the program
switch position changes, the valve will advance to the next
regeneration step. Always allow the motor to stop before
moving to the next set of pins or spaces.
NOTE: For electronic valves, please refer to the manual
regeneration part of the timer operation section.
If the valve came with a separate electronic
timer service manual, refer to the timer
operation section of the electronic timer service
manual.
2. Position the valve to backwash. Ensure the drain line flow
remains steady for 10 minutes or until the water runs clear
(see above).
3. Position the valve to the brine / slow rinse position. Ensure
the unit is drawing water from the brine tank (this step may
need to be repeated).
4. Position the valve to the rapid rinse position. Check the
drain line flow, and run for 5 minutes or until the water runs
clear.
5. Position the valve to the start of the brine tank fill cycle.
Ensure water goes into the brine tank at the desired rate.
The brine valve drive cam will hold the valve in this position
to fill the brine tank for the first regeneration.
6. Replace control box cover.
7. Put salt in the brine tank.
NOTE: Do not use granulated or rock salt.
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