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WHERE TO INSTALL THE FILTER
Think of the following points as you choose a place to put your filter (See FIG. 1).
•Place as close as possible to the pressure tank (well water) or water meter (city water).
•Place as close as possible to a water drain such as a. floor drain, laundry tub, sump or standpipe.
•• Connect to the house main water pipe BEFORE THE WATER HEATER. Temperature of water go- ing through the filter must not be more than 120°F (49°C).
•Locate the filter in the water system as shown in FIG. 1 below. For example, a taste and odor filter always foltows a water softener, and the clarify- ing filter is installed ahead of other filters, and the water softener.
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•DO NOT install in a place where the filter could freeze. Freeze damage voids the warranty by Sears, Roebuck and Co. (See page 20).
Put the filter in a place water damage is least likely to occur if it develops a leak. Sears or the manufac- turer will not repair or pay for water damage,
A 120V electric outlet, to plug the transformer into, is needed within 10 feet of the filter (the filter has a 10 foot power cable). Be sure the outlet and trans- former are in an inside place, to protect from wet weather.
When installing in an outside location, you must take the steps necessary to assure the filter, instal-
lation plumbing, and wiring, are as well protected from the elements, contamination, vandalism, etc., as when installed indoors.
Keep the filter out of direct sunlight. The sun'sheat can melt plastic parts.
THE PROPER ORDER TO INSTALL WATER TREATING EQUIPMENT
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PLAN HOW TO INSTALL YOUR FILTER
You must first decide how to run in and out pipes to the filter. Look at your house main water pipe at the point you will connect the filter. Is the pipe soldered copper, glued plastic, or threaded galvanized or brass? What is the pipe size? What kind of pipe and fittings is it easiest for you to work with, and what tools do you have?
Now look at the common plans for in and out piping on page 8. SeLectthe drawing best for you and use it as a guide to plan what materials you will need, As you plan your in and out piping, keep in mind the folk)wingcheck list. Then get all the materials you will need before you start.
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