Proper installation ensures the Serene Series operates as designed. This article provides general guidance before installation.
For full installation instructions, always refer to the owner’s manual included with the system.
Pre-Installation Prep: Required Conditions
Before beginning installation, review the plumbing setup and confirm the home’s water conditions are compatible with the system specifications.
The Serene Series operates within the following limits:
- Flow direction: Up-flow setup required
- Water pressure: 20–75 PSI
- Water temperature: 40°F–100°F
- pH range: 6.5–9.5
- Maximum hardness: 75 GPG / 1338 PPM
- Maximum iron: 0.5 PPM
Installing the system outside of these limits may affect performance and reduce effectiveness.
The Serene Series is a salt-free conditioner, not a traditional water softener. It is designed to help reduce scale formation by conditioning hardness minerals rather than removing them from the water.
Plumbing Guidance
The Serene Series is a whole-house system that must be integrated into the home’s main water line before water is distributed to fixtures throughout the home.
Proper placement and flow direction are important for consistent performance. The Serene Series requires an up-flow setup, so always follow the flow direction markings and owner’s manual diagrams when connecting the system.
For plumbing questions, consult a licensed local plumber familiar with the home’s layout and local building codes.
Pre-filtration Requirement
The Serene Series is designed to operate with pre-filtration installed ahead of the conditioner.
Pre-filtration helps reduce sediment before water enters the Serene Series tank, supporting long-term system performance and helping protect the conditioning media.
The system includes:
- 20-inch pleated pre-filter
Ensure the pre-filter is installed and functioning properly before placing the conditioner into service.
Basic Installation Overview
The following steps provide a high-level overview of the installation process:
- Shut off the main water supply to the home.
- Identify the installation point on the main water line.
- Install the pre-filter housing in the correct orientation.
- Install the Serene Series unit using the required up-flow setup.
- Secure all connections and fittings.
- Slowly restore the water supply.
- Check all connections for leaks.
- Flush the system.
These steps are intended as a general reference. Always follow the detailed instructions provided in the owner’s manual for complete installation guidance.
Professional Installation Recommendation
Installation involves working directly with the home’s plumbing system.
Professional installation is recommended if:
- You’re unfamiliar with cutting or modifying main water lines
- You’re unsure how to confirm water flow direction
- Your setup requires a bypass or changes to existing plumbing
- You’re unsure whether your water conditions meet the system requirements
- You want to ensure compliance with local plumbing codes
A licensed plumber can help ensure the system is installed correctly and operates as intended.
After Installation
After installation, slowly turn the water supply back on and inspect all connections for leaks.
Allow the system to flush before regular use. This helps clear trapped air or loose media fines and prepares the system for normal operation.