Installation - Pentair FLECK 2815 Service Manual

INSTALLATION

Water Pressure
A minimum of 20 psi/1.38 bar/138 kPa water pressure is
required for control valve to operate effectively.
CAUTION
Water pressure is not to exceed 125 psi (8.6 bar),
water temperature is not to exceed 150°F (65°C),
and the unit cannot be subjected to freezing
conditions.
Electrical Facilities
An uninterrupted alternating current (AC) supply is required.
NOTE: Other voltages are available. Please make sure your
voltage supply is compatible with your unit
before installation.
NOTE: All electrical connections must be connected
according to local codes. Be certain the electrical
outlet is uninterrupted.
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 System And Drain
You must have an air gap on the drain line to prevent back flow
of drain water into the system. Follow local plumbing codes.
IMPORTANT:
Use thread sealant intended for use with
stainless steel connections and approved for use with potable
water. To reduce the risk of seizing or galling, a nickel
impregnated PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) thread sealing
tape is recommended.
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2815 Control Valve Service Manual
Air Gap
Drain
Figure 1
Installation Locations
FOR DRY LOCATIONS ONLY.
Bypass Valves
Always provide for the installation of a bypass valve if unit is
not equipped with one.
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.
4. Cut the distributor tube 0.12" (3 mm) below top of tank
then chamfer the tube to prevent cutting the pilot o-ring.
TANK VALVE
1-1/2" DISTRIBUTOR TUBE
SHOULD CUT 0.12" BELOW TOP OF TANK
Figure 2
5. Lubricate the distributor o-ring seal and tank o-ring seal.
Place the main control valve on tank. Only use silicone
lubricant that is approved for use with potable water.
6. Solder joints near any plastic or rubber components
must be done prior to installation. Leave at least 6 inches
(15 cm) between any plastic parts and solder joints.
Failure to do so could cause damage to plastic or rubber
components.
7. Plumber tape is the preferred sealant to be used on the
drain fitting. Plumbers tape can be used on any type of
connection while pipe dope can only be used on metal to
metal connections. Installations with multiple valves may
be run through a common drain line flow control
8. Make sure that the floor is clean beneath the salt storage
tank and that it is level.
9. Place approximately 1 inch (25 mm) of water above the grid
plate. If a grid is not utilized, fill to the top of the air check
(Figure 3) in the salt tank. Do not add salt to the brine tank
at this time.
10. On units with a by-pass (or a three-ball valve 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.
11. Install power supply (routing cable through backplate
and using cord restaint to secure power cord). Refer to
dimensional drawing for power cord entry point.
12. Program the timer as desired.
13. Slowly open the inlet ball valve letting water flow into the
mineral tank. When water flow stops, put the control valve
into the backwash position. Leave control valve in the
backwash position until clear water is running smoothly
out the drain line.
FLUSH
- FLUSH WITH TOP OF TANK
0.88"