Plumbing Detail: Multiple Inputs Using 3-Way Valves

This setup (Figure B) uses a single 3-way valve to switch between two carrier sources, typically water and fertilizer.

Important: In this layout, the water line splits before the 3-way valve to provide a source for rinsing. Because this rinse water bypasses the main valve, it needs its own flowmeter to ensure it is measured correctly.

Important Plumbing Notes

Component Order Pay close attention to the order of the parts in the carrier line. The rinse line tee must be placed correctly so you always have clean water available for rinsing, even if the main valve is set to fertilizer.

Product Lines (Green)

• Size: We recommend using 1.25 to 1.5 inch (32 to 38 mm) hose for product lines.

• Why: This size offers the best balance. It allows for fast flow rates but keeps the amount of chemical trapped in the hose to a minimum.

Rinse Lines (Red) The rinse line tees off before the main carrier valve.

• Flowmeter: A separate flowmeter is required on the rinse line to measure the water used during cleaning.

• Pressurized Side: Goes directly to the Mixmate Inductor to clean jugs.

• Non-Pressurized Side: Supplies the stack manifold.

Rinse Pump Requirements If you use a pump to pressurize the inductor, it must be powerful enough to clean effectively.

• Specs: It needs to deliver 25 Gallons Per Minute (95 Liters Per Minute) while maintaining 25 PSI (1.7 bar) of pressure.

• Power: This typically requires a pump with at least 2 horsepower (1.5 kW).

• Limit: Do not exceed 100 PSI (6.9 bar).