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: Salt levels should be checked weekly to ensure you never run out. Running out of salt won't damage the system, but you will have hard water again until you refill. When refilling, simply add new block salt to the compartment—the water required to make brine will already be present from the initial fill.
: The ideal location for your HV3 is close to the incoming mains water stopcock, with access to a power point (even though the unit is non-electric, you'll need one for testing equipment), and near a drain for regeneration waste. It should also be placed near an outside wall if possible to facilitate the overflow hose installation.
Mount a non-return check valve on the inlet pipe to prevent softened water or brine from siphoning back into the water mains. Step 2: Connecting the Hoses to the Softener
If your local bylaws require a separate hard water line for kitchen drinking water, or if you prefer an untreated line for the garden hose, split the line before it enters the water softener's inlet. 4. Connect the Flexible Hoses harvey hv3 water softener installation manual
Assemble the bypass set according to the manufacturer's instructions, tightening it up before putting it into position. Place the assembled bypass set in your chosen location to test the fit before finalising the pipework alterations.
Connect the from the port marked "OUT" to the plumbing line feeding the rest of the house.
2 x Braided bypass hoses (typically 15mm or 22mm depending on your plumbing) 1 x Drainage hose (clear plastic tube) 1 x Overflow hose Harvey block salt Tools & Materials Needed Pipe cutter or hacksaw Adjustable wrenches Teflon (PTFE) tape Bucket and towels (for catching spills) Screwdriver Wall clips (to secure drainage hoses) Sanisile or silicone lubricant (for O-rings) Choosing the Location : Salt levels should be checked weekly to
Installing a Harvey HV3 water softener is a practical and valuable home improvement that delivers long-term protection and everyday benefits. Whether you choose professional installation or tackle the job yourself, following this comprehensive guide will ensure your HV3 is installed correctly and operates efficiently for years to come.
Replace the lid. The unit is now fully operational and will regenerate automatically using water flow logic. Troubleshooting Guide Potential Cause Resolution Bypass valve is still open. Close the bypass valve completely. Water remains hard Out of salt. Check the salt chamber and replace empty blocks. Water leaking from overflow High water pressure. Install a pressure-reducing valve (PRV) set to 3-4 bar. Water leaking from overflow Internal float valve blocked. Clean the float assembly inside the cabinet. Low water pressure in house Hoses are kinked. Straighten the inlet/outlet braided hoses behind the unit. Your home's measured water pressure ?
The drain line carries away the brine and backwash water during regeneration. The manual specifies: : The ideal location for your HV3 is
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If the softener is being installed in a different location from the mains water entry point (for example, if you have to feed hoses under kitchen units to reach a corner cupboard), you will need to make the necessary holes through cupboard dividers to thread the hoses through.
Connect the second hose to the overflow connection point on the side of the cabinet. Route this downward through an outside wall so any emergency overflow safely discharges outside.
The bypass valve is your best friend for future maintenance. The manual shows a clear diagram:
: Connect a separate hose to the white spigot on the side of the cabinet. This must run downhill through an outside wall to a visible point. 3. Commissioning & First Use