Proper Installation
This water filtering system must be properly installed located in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used or the warranty will be void.
Do not Install or store where it will be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to any type of weather. Water freezing in the system will break it. Do not attempt to treat water over 100°F.
Do not install in direct sunlight. Excessive sun or heat may cause distortion or other damage to non-metallic parts.
Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.
Use only lead-free solder and flux for all sweat-solder connections as required by state and federal codes.
Maximum allowable inlet water pressure is 100 psi. If daytime pressure is over 80 psi, night time pressure may exceed the maximum. Use a pressure reducing valve (PRV) to reduce the pressure.
Warning: Discard all unused parts and packaging material after installation.
Small parts remaining after the installation could be a choke hazard.
If installing a 20 GPM system (081- MIF-10-250), it is recommended to use a 3/4" minimum drain pipe to ensure proper performance during backwash.
Tools, Pipe, Fittings, and Other Materials
Channel Locks
Screwdriver
Teflon Tape
Razor Knife
Two adjustable wrenches
Additional tools may be required if modifi- cation to home plumbing is required.
To maintain full valve flow, be sure the plumbing size matches the size of the valve. The outlet pipe should be the same size or larger than the water supply pipe.
Use copper, brass, or PEX pipe and fittings. Some codes may also allow PVC Plastic pipe.
ALWAYS install the included bypass valve or install a 3 shut-off valve hard piped bypass. Bypass valves allow the water to be turned off to the system but can still provide water to the house for water use during repairs or service.
5/8" OD, 1/2" ID drain line is needed for the valve drain.