Owner’s Manual Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 2 © Copyright 2013 Enviro Water Solutions Inc. All rights reserved. All information contained herein is the property of Pelican Water Systems. Pelican Water Systems makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 3 Table of Contents Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Product Operation and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Water Conditions for Operation . . . . . . .
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 4 Product Operation and Specifications Specification Description NS3 NS6 Max Flow Rate 10 GPM 15 GPM Minimum Working Pressure 25 PSI Maximum Working Pressure 80 PSI Maximum Vacuum 5 inch/127 mm Hg Operating Temperatures 36°F – 120°F pH Range 7 - 11 Important Information Read these instructions carefully and determine the location of all system components before beginning installation.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 5 Complete Parts List Note: Pelican supplies the parts below to accommodate a variety of water supply lines. Table 1: Parts List Part Description 1" Plastic Male NPT Assembly: Qty. Part 1 1 PP5 Big Blue Pre-Filter Housing, Mounting Bracket, Phillips Head Screws (4), Bolt Head Screws (4), and Washers (4) WAX Qty.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 6 Installation Overview Wall Wall IN OUT Pre-Filter Outgoing Water to House 19" Incoming Water Supply Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Figure 1 Pre-Installation Bypass Valve Installation Red Arrow DOWNFLOW INLET UPFLOW INLET Water Filter Head T Quick Connect Nut Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Figure 2 The Bypass Valve comes pre-assembled and ready to install with the O-Rings, Split Rings, and Quic
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 7 Installation Pre-Filter Assembly Sediment Filter Pre-Filter Cover O-Ring Blue Pre-Filter Housing Stand Pipe Figure 3 1. Unscrew the cover from the Blue Pre-Filter Housing. 2. Remove the plastic covering from the Sediment Filter. 3. Place the Sediment Filter onto the Stand Pipe in the Blue Pre-Filter Housing. 4. Screw the cover onto the Blue Pre-Filter Housing until hand-tight.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 8 Whole House Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Tank Installation 1. Level the Pelican Whole House Salt Free Water Softener. Notice: If the tank is not level, lift the tank straight up 6 inches and tap it on the ground until the tank stands vertical. The bottom of the tank is round and the boot allows the tank to stand upright.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 9 Media Soak Wall Wall IN OUT Pre-Filter Outgoing Water to House 19" Incoming Water Supply Bypass Mode Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Figure 6 1. Open a cold water faucet or test spigot close to the downstream of the Water Softener. 2. Turn the water back on at the main shut-off valve allowing the system to fill with water. The air being displaced will escape through the open fixture downstream. 3.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 10 Complete the Installation 1. Check for leaks. 2. Peel off the protective plastic wrap from the stainless steel tank jackets. 3. Add the Pelican logo sticker in the desired location on the tank. 4. Wax stainless steel tank jacket(s) with wax provided or any other non-abrasive auto wax a minimum of 1-2 times per year or as needed based on the installed environment.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 11 What to Expect with your New NaturSoft Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner If you have never had a water softener: Immediately after the installation you will experience naturally soft water. All detergents will work better with treated water and you will be able to reduce the amount you use. However, there are mineral deposits and scale coating the inside of your pipes and fixtures.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 12 If you have a dishwasher: Generally, the NS3/NS6 NaturSoft system removes mineral hardness from solution and forms micro crystals; it does not physically remove the natural minerals from the water. Harsh chemicals, specifically acidic (low pH) detergents or rinse agents, can re-dissolve these crystals. This reduces the desired effect.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 13 Care and Cleaning Sediment Filter It is recommended that the Sediment Filter be replaced every 6-9 months depending on the amount of sediment present in the water supply. If the system has been working properly and the pressure is slowing, it may be time to change the Sediment Filter. Check the Sediment Filter and replace if necessary.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 14 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Water leaking at the top of the tank around the head. You may need to turn the head to tighten it. The tank head is pre-installed hand-tight, do not overtighten the head (just turn it snug). The tank leans to one side or is not level. If the tank is not level, lift the tank straight up 6 inches and tap it on the ground until the tank stands vertical.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 15 Warranty Pelicans Limited Lifetime Warranty Pelican Water ("Pelican") warrants to the end user ("customer") that its tanks (13" & smaller), valves, in/ out heads, bypass's, fittings, Natursoft media and housings ("Covered Items") will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for the life of the system.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 16 Warranty Registration Form Send in this Warranty Registration Form to validate your warranty or visit www.PelicanWater.com to complete warranty registration form online.
NS3-6 Rev K — Pelican NaturSoft NS3/NS6 Salt Free Water Softener/Conditioner Page 17 Product Certifications Pelican NaturSoft-NS3/NS6– WQA Gold Seal tested and certified under NSF/ ANSI61 for material safety and tested according to NSF/ANSI 42 for structural integrity only Clack V3007-xx Bypass Fittings – WWQA Gold Seal Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 44 for material safety and structural integrity only U.S. Green Building Council The Pelican Natursoft is DVGW DW-9191 Certified for 99.
