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PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Make sure you have a copy of your most recent water test results. If your water has not been tested
previously you can contact your supplier of this product to obtain a water sample bottle to be sent to one
of our facilities for a free analysis. It is important that this product not be installed until you have this
information.
In all cases where metal pipe was originally used and is later interrupted by poly pipe or the Noryl bypass
valve or by physical separation, an approved ground clamp with no less than #6 copper conductor must be
used for continuity, to maintain proper metallic pipe bonding.
INSPECTING AND HANDLING
YOUR NUVIA® PRO REFINER*
Inspect the equipment for any shipping
damage. If damaged, notify the
transportation company and request a
damage inspection. Damage to cartons
should also be noted.
Handle the filter unit with care. Damage
can result if it is dropped or set on
sharp, uneven projections on the floor.
Do not turn the filter unit upside down.
TO INSURE THIS PRODUCT FUNCTIONS PROPERLY:
Your feed water line size to the unit must be a minimum of 3/4 inch with an operating pressure of
no less than 30 psi and no more than 125 psi.
MECHANICAL:
Do not use petroleum based lubricants such as petroleum jelly, oils or hydrocarbon based
lubricants.Use only 100% silicone lubricants (grease packet provided in parts kit). All plastic
connections should be hand tightened only. Teflon tape may be used on connections that do not use
an O-ring seal. Do not use pliers or pipe wrenches except where indicated by Nut shape (eg. pipe
adapters) All plumbing must be completed according to local codes. Soldering connections should
be done before connecting any pieces to the pipe as excessive heat can damage them.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION:
NOTE: We recommend installation only be completed by a competent installer or
plumbing professional to insure this product is installed in accordance with local
plumbing codes.
Two adjustable wrenches
Additional tools may be required if modifications to home plumbing are required.
Plastic inlet and outlet fittings are included with the refiner. 3/4" or 1" pipes to and from the
refiner fittings are recommended to maintain full valve flow. You should maintain the same or
larger water supply pipe sizes as the refiner inlet and outlet pipe sizes.
Use copper, brass, or PEX pipe and fittings.
Some codes may also allow PVC plastic pipe. Refer to local codes.
ALWAYS INSTALL THE INCLUDED BYPASS VALVE, OR 3 SHUT-OFF VALVES. Bypass valves let
you turn off water to the refiner for repairs, but still have water in the house pipes.
5/8" OD drain line is needed for the valve drain. A 10' length of hose is not included with some
models.
FIGURE 1
NOTE
You must follow all
government codes and
regulations governing
the installation of these
devices.
CAUTION!
The ground from the
electrical panel or break -
er box to the water meter
or underground copper
pipe is tied to the copper
water lines. If these lines
are cut during installa -
tion of the Noryl bypass
valve and/or poly pipe,
an approved grounding
strap must be used be -
tween the two lines that
have been cut. This will
maintain continuity. The
length of the grounding
strap will depend upon
the number of units
being installed and/or
the amount of copper
pipe being replaced with
plastic pipe. See Fig. 1.
NOTE
Check your local
electrical code for the
correct clamp and cable
size.
NOTE
If a severe loss in water
pressure is observed
when the filter unit
is initially placed in
service, the filter tank
may have been laid on
its side during transit. If
this occurs, backwash
the filter to "reclassify"
the media.
NOTE
Due to transportation
and climatic conditions
all connections including
the valve to the tank
need to be checked at
time of installation and
tightened if necessary.
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