Valve Drain Requirements
Use the flexible drain hose, that is included, measure and cut to the length needed. Flexible drain hose is not allowed in all localities (check your plumbing codes). If local codes do not allow use of a flexible drain hose, a rigid valve drain run must be used. Buy a compression fitting (1/4 NPT x 1/2 in. minimum tube) and 1/2” tubing from your local hardware store. Then plumb a rigid drain as needed (see Figure 3).
NOTE: Avoid long drain hose runs, or elevating the hose more than 8’ above the floor. Make the water softener valve drain as short and direct as possible.
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| 1/4” NPT thread |
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| Barbs for 3/8” I.D. tubing |
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| Hose clamp |
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| Drain hose |
Clip | 1/4” NPT thread |
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| barbs | Compression fitting 1/4 NPT x |
| 1/2” O.D. tube (not provided) | |
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1/2” outside diameter copper tube (not provided)
Cut barbs from valve drain elbow (pull clip and remove drain valve elbow from valve)
Figure 3
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