Plumbing Detail: Single Carrier Input

This is the most common setup (Figure A). It uses a single 2-way valve to control one main water source.

Component Order

The order of parts in the carrier line is critical for the system to function correctly:

1. Carrier Flowmeter: Measures the water coming in.

2. Rinse Line Tee: Splits off water for cleaning after the meter but before the valve.

3. Carrier Valve: Controls the flow to the rest of the system.

4. Mixmate Components: The inductors and manifolds where chemicals are added.

5. Main Pump: Pulls everything through the system.

Important Plumbing Notes

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 connects between the main carrier meter and the carrier valve.

• 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).