How to Position Magnets for Water Softening
Even proponents of magnetic water treatment systems do not claim these systems soften (remove dissolved minerals from) water. The theory is that by passing incoming water through magnetic fields, the water is conditioned, reducing scaling (mineral build-up on pipe inner walls).
Proper positioning of the magnets (permanent or electromagnets) requires access to the main incoming water line to your house.
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Things You'll Need
- Water conditioning magnets
- Epoxy or elastic straps (if your system is not already a clamp-type mount)
- Shovel
- Sandpaper
Instructions
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Dig a hole around the incoming water line to your house (if you do not already have a 24-inch or longer stretch of exposed incoming line).
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Clean the exposed water line with sandpaper to allow certain contact with the pipe (metal or PVC).
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If your conditioning system comes as a clamp, mount it around the incoming water line.
If the system is not a clamp type, use epoxy or elastic straps to mount your magnets to evenly surround the incoming water line. Some tests indicate the conditioning effect is increased as the density of the magnetic fields at the point of conditioning increases.
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Tips & Warnings
Using magnets to condition hard water will not reduce the amount of dissolved minerals in the water. To reduce or eliminate stains, poor lathering or other hard water effects, you will need a water softener or additional filtration.
If you are using an electromagnetic (rather than permanent magnets) system, be sure your electrical connections are not cut, the insulating lines are undamaged and you have no cracks at the electrical line seals on your magnet. Use waterproof silicone sealant around any suspect seals, replace any electrical wire that may have been damaged in the installation.
