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3. Temperature
This machine should be kept in an environment between 40° F and 108º F (4.44° and 42.22°). Exposing the
machine to freezing temperatures will irreparably damage the components.
4. Mineral Content
Pretreatment of incoming water is recommended if hardness exceeds 150 ppm or 9 grains per gallon, or if
iron levels exceed 0.05 ppm. Membrane will still function with high mineral content water, but yield will drop
substantially, membrane cleaning is required more frequently, and membrane life will be shortened significantly,
increasing overall operating costs.
D. FEED WATER and DRAIN PLUMBING
1. Inlet and outlet of the machine are 1/2” N.P.T., female threads. Use for connection only sanitary plumbing
materials appropriate for drinking water.
NOTE: Minimum 3/4” N.P.T. inlet water supply.
2. Drain outlet should have a minimum of a 2-inch (5.08 cm) air gap at the point of discharge. Follow ALL
applicable plumbing codes when making connections.
E. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
1. Electrical Requirements
It is your responsibility to have ALL electrical connections made by a properly licensed and competent
electrician to assure that the electrical installation is adequate and conforms to local and state regulations or
codes. In absence of such codes, ALL electrical connections, material, and workmanship must conform
to the applicable requirements of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA NO. 70-LATEST EDITION or
in Canada, the Canadian Electrical Codes Parts 1 & 2 CSA C22.1-1990 or LATEST EDITION.
IMPORTANT: Failure to comply with these codes or ordinances and requirements stipulated in this
manual can result in personal injury or component failure.
NOTE: Component failure due to improper installation will VOID THE WARRANTY.
Each water vending machine should be connected to an independently protected branch circuit. The
water vending machine must be connected with copper wire only. DO NOT use aluminum wire, which
could cause a fire hazard. The copper conductor wire or cable must be of proper ampacity and insulation
in accordance with electric codes for making ALL service connections.
NOTE: The use of aluminum wire will VOID THE WARRANTY.