Water Softeners and Air Filtration Systems - Softener Location
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Neil
03-18-06, 11:09 AM
I want to install a water softener at a level that has no darin. Is there a problem with the drain line going up about 6 feet to get to a drain?
chicago111
03-18-06, 11:47 AM
my GUESS is 6 feet is way too much. Wait for others to chime in. There may be a pump of somekind you can use.
justalurker
03-18-06, 11:57 AM
Check the documentation for your softener. If you haven't bought a softener yet then that question, among MANY others, should be asked and answered before you buy.
jdp38
03-19-06, 05:11 PM
I can't speak for other brands, but the units I deal with absolutly have NO problem running up that high or even higher.
Art with Rayne
03-19-06, 09:08 PM
Neil,
Most valves should be able to go up to 8' high as long as there is not a lengthly horizontal run (25' +) as well. If you cannot create an air gap to your drain connection, make sure you at least install a check valve off the unit to prevent backflow into your water supply.
Art
Most valves should be able to go up to 8' high as long as there is not a lengthly horizontal run (25' +) as well. If you cannot create an air gap to your drain connection, make sure you at least install a check valve off the unit to prevent backflow into your water supply.
Art