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Installer manual Fleck 5600 SXT - Installation
5.9
Bypassing
A bypass valve system should be installed on all water conditioning systems. Bypass valves isolate
the softener from the water system and allow unconditioned water to be used. Service or routine
maintenance procedures may also require that the system is bypassed.
Normal operation
Softening System
In
Caution - material
Risk of damage due to bad mounting !
Do not solder pipes with lead-based solder.
Do not use tools to tighten plastic fittings. Over time, stress may break the connections.
Do not use petroleum grease on gaskets when connecting bypass plumbing. Use only
100% silicone grease products when installing any plastic valve. Non-silicone grease may
cause plastic components to fail over time.
5.10
Drain line connection
Info
Standard commercial practices are expressed here.
Local codes may require changes to the following suggestions.
Check with local authorities before installing a system.
Mandatory
The drain line must be build with ½" semi rigid or rigid piping ! An air gap must be
present at the drain!
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In Bypass
Softening System
In
Out
Ref. MKT-IM-013 / E - 23.09.2020
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