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Series PWFGAC, PWFMZ, PWFCAL
Installation, Operation
and Maintenance Manual
WARNING
!
Read this Manual BEFORE using this equipment.
Failure to read and follow all safety and use information can
result in death, serious personal injury, property damage, or
damage to the equipment.
Keep this Manual for future reference.
WARNING
!
You are required to consult the local building and plumbing
codes prior to installation. If the information in this manual
is not consistent with local building or plumbing codes,
the local codes should be followed. Inquire with governing
authorities for additional local requirements.
WARNING
!
Need for Periodic Inspection/Maintenance: This product must
be tested periodically in compliance with local codes, but at least
once per year or more as service conditions warrant. All prod-
ucts must be retested once maintenance has been performed.
Corrosive water conditions, and/or unauthorized adjustments or
repair could render the product ineffective for the service intended.
Regular checking and cleaning of the product's internal compo-
nents helps assure maximum life and proper product function.
WARNING
!
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of un-
known quality adequate disinfection before and after the system.
NOTICE
Hydrocarbons such as Kerosene, Benzene, Gasoline,
etc., may damage products that contain O-rings or plastic
components. Exposure to such hydrocarbons may cause the
products to leak. Do not use the product(s) contained in this
document on water supplies that contain Hydrocarbons such
as Kerosene, Benzene, Gasoline, etc.
PWFGAC PWFMZ PWFC Series
Table of Contents
System Specification Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
How to Use this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Control Valve Function and Cycles of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation Preview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Pre-Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
General Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Bypass Valve Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Move Filter System Into Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connect the Drain Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Start Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
PWF System Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
PWF Quick Programming Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PWF OEM System Setup Programming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
PWF Installer Display and Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
PWF User Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
IOM-WQ-PWFGAC-PWFMZ-PWFCAL Series PWFGAC, PWFMZ, PWFCAL Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual WARNING Read this Manual BEFORE using this equipment. Failure to read and follow all safety and use information can result in death, serious personal injury, property damage, or damage to the equipment. Keep this Manual for future reference. -
Page 2: System Specification Table
*Note: Peak service flow rate is for intermittent use only and is not to be interpreted as continuous service flow rate capability. These systems are designed to treat the domestic water used in a single family dwelling. For irrigation water treatment or higher volume applications please contact your Watts representative. Peak service flow rates are based on a 15 psi drop. -
Page 3: Safety Information
WARNING General Installation Guidelines Electrical: This water conditioner’s control valve conforms to UL/ CE Standards. Generic valves were tested and certified for • Use only the power transformer supplied with this water compliance as verified by the agency listing. This water conditioning system. -
Page 4: General Warnings
General Warnings (continued) Installation Preview WARNING Conduct a visual check of all equipment for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. Installation Guidelines: NOTICE seconds. This resets the electronics and establishes the If there is obvious damage to any equipment, it should be noted service piston position. -
Page 5: Pre-Installation Considerations
Safety Information Pre-Installation Considerations (continued) This water conditioner’s control valve conforms to UL/CE Standards. Generic valves were tested and certified for compliance as verified by the agency listing. G. Pre Installation and Loading of Media • Please review the entire Installation and Operation Manual before installing the water conditioning system. -
Page 6: General Installation Instructions
Install a By-Pass WARNING NOTICE Do not exceed water pressure of 120 psi (8.2 bar). Do not exceed 110°F (43.3°C). Do not subject unit to freezing Always install a bypass, either a 3-way valve system or the standard conditions. bypass for the valve you have. This will allow you to shut off the water supply to the softener, but still have water in the house if the General Installation Instructions softener is in need of repair. -
Page 7: Bypass Valve Installation
INSTALLATION Bypass Valve Installation Figure 1: Plumbing with by pass (Standard). Figure 2: Plumbing with 3-way b pass. Figure 4: 3-way bypass plumbing. Figure 3: Bypass (standard). When installing sweat copper follow state and fed- When installing sweat copper follow state and eral codes by using a lead free solder and flux. -
Page 8: Move Filter System Into Place
Move Filter System Into Place Slip the nut onto the fitting first, then the split ring second and the 1. Connect the cold water supply to the inlet of the water condition- o-ring last. Hand tighten the nut. If the fitting is leaking tightening the ing system. -
Page 9: Start Up
the poly tube and tighten the nut on to the 3/4" drain line fit- ting. The nut is only designed for use with flexible poly tube. Use other nuts if attaching different materials. Run line to a drain. Making sure you have a 1 1/2" airgap. You may use a floor drain, standpipe or any open type drain (see Fig 10). -
Page 10: Pwf System Programming
PWF System Programming PWF Quick Programming Guide A quick programming guide has been listed below for convenience specifically for the PWF series filter systems. For other programming requirements not listed in the Quick Programming Guide, please see the detailed programming section of this manual. NOTICE The electronics in the PWF control valve are used across a wide variety of control valves and applications, including backwashing... -
Page 11: Pwf Quick Programming Guide
Next you set the Days to Regen. Se the number of days between regenerations, normally 3 Press SET Button days for Filter Systems (the allowable rand is from 1 to 99 days). Watts recommends filter systems to regenerate every 3 days... -
Page 12: Pwf Oem System Setup Programming
Programming The control valve offers multiple procedures that allow the valve to be modifi ed to suit the needs of the installation. These procedures are: • OEM System Setup • Installer Displays & Settings (either 1-99 Days Between Regeneration option or 7-Day option) •... - Page 13 is added to the solution tank. With salt (sodium chloride) this STEP 4SS equates to approximately 1 1/2 pounds of salt per minute of fill. Regen Regen Time-Hour Time-Hour Min. Fill STEP 4SS — Use UP or DOWN buttons to switch between: Min.
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Page 14: Pwf Installer Display And Settings
STEP 1ID settings in this display are ignored. Press SET HOUR to exit OEM system setup. Installer Displays & Settings (1-99 Days Between Regeneration option) HOUR STEP 1ID – From normal mode, press SET HOUR + UP buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds and release. -
Page 15: Pwf User Displays
STEP 6I7 – Tuesday Backwash: To regenerate on Tuesday use the UP or DOWN button until the arrow STEP 6I7 points to Regen. If the arrow does not point to Regen a regeneration will not occur on Tuesday. Press Regen Time-Hour Min. - Page 16 When the system begins to backwash, the display will change to indicate the cycle of the backwash pro- An arrow will point cess (see Table 3) that is occurring and an arrow will also point to Regen. The system will run through the to the word Regen steps automatically and will reset itself to provide treated water when the backwash is completed.
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Page 17: Notes
NOTES PWF Filter Systems... - Page 20 LIMITED WARRANTY: Certain Watts products come with a limited warranty from Watts Regulator Co. Other products may have no warranty or are covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty only. For specific product warranty information, please visit www.watts.com or the published literature that comes with your product. Any remedies stated in such warranties are exclusive and are the only remedies for breach of warranty.