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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) a nd 1/2” tubing from your local hardware store. The n plumb a rigid drain as nee ded (see Figure
3).
NOTE:
Avoid long drain hose runs, or elevating the hose more than 8’ above the floor. Make the
water softener va lve drain as short and direct as possible.
1/4” NPT thread
Barbs for 3/8” I.D. tubing
1/4” NPT thread
barbs
1/2” outside diameter copper
tube (not provided)
Clip
Cut barbs from valve drain elbow (pull clip
and remove drain valve elbow from valve)
Compression fitting 1/4 NPT x
1/2” O.D. tube (not provided)
Hose clamp
Drain hose
Fi gure 3