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These materials are satisfactory for use with polystyrene resins, synthetic gel 
zeolite, greensand and bentonites.

These solutions are available under trade names such as Clorox*. If stronger 
solutions are used, such as those sold for commercial laundries, adjust the 
dosage accordingly.

1. Dosage

a. Polystyrene resin; 1.2 fluid ounce per cubic foot.
b. Non-resinous exchangers; 0.8 fluid ounce per cubic foot.

2. Brine tank conditioners

a. Backwash the conditioner and add the required amount of hypochlorite 

solution to the brine well of the brine tank. The brine tank should have water 
in it to permit the solution to be carried into the conditioner.

b. Proceed with the normal regeneration.

Calcium hypochlorite, 70% available chlorine, is available in several forms 
including tablets and granules. These solid materials may be used directly without 
dissolving before use.

1. Dosage

a. Two grains (approximately 0.1 ounce) per cubic foot.

2. Brine tank conditioners

a. Backwash the conditioner and add the required amount of hypochlorite to 

the brine well of the brine tank. The brine tank should have water in it to 
permit the chlorine solution to be carried into the conditioner.

b. Proceed with the normal regeneration.

After the water conditioning system is installed, the conditioner should be 
disinfected before it is used to treat potable water. Refer to the Disinfection of 
Water Conditioners section in this manual. Complete the following steps to place 
the conditioner into operation:

1. Remove control valve cover.

The following steps will require turning the indicator knob (Figure 11) 

to various positions. Insert a wide-blade screwdriver into arrow slot in 
indicator knob and press in firmly. With knob held in, rotate 

 

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