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  1. questionMetlund D'MAND System Operational FAQ
    Will hot water enter my cold water line? No. The Metlund D'MAND System will automatically shut off once hot water reaches the furthest fixture. The zone valve will close and prevent hot water from entering the cold water line. What happens if I open a cold water fixture while the pump is ...
  2. questionMetlund DMand System S-Series Installation
    METLUND S-Series Hot Water Demand System for Standard Piping (Non-re-circulating) (S-50, S-70T, and S-02) Pre-Fab Systems Installations shall be in accordance with the manufacturers instructions per the requirements of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) Be Careful Do not plug the power cord int ...
  3. questionDo I need to run a return line back to the water heater?
    No. The Metlund D'MAND System S-Series is designed to operate without additional plumbing.
  4. questionMetlund D'MAND System Mechanical FAQ
    What effect will this have on city water flow? None whatsoever. The Metlund D'MAND System simultaneously draws hot water from the water heater into the hot water line, while transferring the cold water from the cold water line back into the water heater. Outside city water pressure is unabl ...
  5. questionMetlund D'MAND System Installation Video
    Metlund D'MAND System Video Presentation: View in Separate Window For more information or to purchase, please visit The Energy SuperMarket
  6. questionMetlund Structured Plumbing Installation Information
    Structured Plumbing for New Home Construction or Remodeling Developed by ACT, Inc. Metlund Systems in 1998, as a new energy water savings concept, Structured Plumbing addresses the issue that none of the previous plumbing methods save energy. In fact, prior attempts to save water and energy be ...
  7. questionMetlund DMAND Troubleshooting
    Metlund DMAND S Series Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Remedy The pump does not run when push button is pressed A. No power at electrical outlet B. You've plugged the controller into an electrical outlet controlled by a wall switch, (such as the outlet under many kitchen sinks that ...
  8. questionMetlund Installation Information
    Metlund D'MAND System Installation Information For complete information on Metlund installation and troubleshooting instructions, see these links: Metlund DMand System S-Series Installation Metlund D'MAND System Photographic Step-By-Step Installation Metlund DMand System Plumbing Layo ...
  9. questionWill it work on all water heating systems?
    Yes. The Metlund D'MAND System will work with oil, propane, solar, gas, electric and tankless water heaters.
  10. questionMetlund D'MAND System Photographic Step-By-Step Installation
    1. Remove the shutoffs under your sink after turning off the main water supply. Be sure to open the water valve outside to relieve the pressure in plumbing lines. The shutoffs shown here are attached with compression fittings that you can remove with an adjustable wrench. If your shutoffs ar ...
  11. questionMetlund DMAND - How do we activate the system?
    Every model of the D'MAND System can be activated by one or more methods. D'MAND Button A small doorbell-type button connects to the electronic controller by a 12-volt, 18-gauge standard bell wire. These buttons may be placed at one or all locations where there is a demand for hot wat ...
  12. questionMetlund DMAND S02T Components and Specifications
    The component parts that make up the Metlund D'MAND System are the highest quality and reproduced by the largest manufacturers in the world. The pump, controller and zone valve are the finest quality available and are designed to operate 15 to 20 years as a D'MAND System. All of the Met ...
  13. questionHow much will the Metlund D'MAND System increase my electrical bill?
    The cost to operate any Metlund System is less than $1.00 per year.
  14. questionHow does the Metlund D’MAND System save energy?
    By operating only on demand. The Metlund D'MAND System allows you to reduce the water heater temperature setting because the system reduces heat loss in the delivery of hot water to the fixtures. Returning ambient temperature water back to the water heater and not allowing outside cold water ...
  15. questionDo I have to install the Metlund D'MAND System at the furthest fixture from the water heater?
    In most situations, it is best to install the Metlund System at the furthest fixture from the water heater. By doing this, it will always fill the main line with hot water providing hot water to any fixture plumbed off of the main line. To purchase, please visit The Energy SuperMarket
  16. questionMetlund DMAND S70T Components and Specifications
    The component parts that make up the Metlund D'MAND System are the highest quality and reproduced by the largest manufacturers in the world. The pump, controller and zone valve are the finest quality available and are designed to operate 15 to 20 years as a D'MAND System. All of The Metl ...
  17. questionMetlund DMAND - Which system should you buy?
    The Metlund D'MAND SYSTEMS are available in three models. The use of the D'MAND System for tankless water heaters is dependent on distance to the last hot water fixture. Tankless water heaters require a higher water pressure flow (measured in PSI or pounds per square inch) to activate t ...
  18. questionCan I install the Metlund D'MAND System myself?
    Yes. The price (of any system that ends in "PF" or "PFR") includes a "no soldering" kit for easy installation. This kit includes everything necessary to easily install a system to homes with copper plumbing. If you do not have copper pipes, we can supply you with proper fittings for your situati ...
  19. questionCan I install multiple buttons?
    Yes. You may splice as many push buttons into the low voltage wire as needed. To purchase, please visit The Energy SuperMarket
  20. questionIs major plumbing involved?
    No. To install the Metlund System you simply connect your hot and cold water supplies together with the Metlund D'MAND System at the farthest fixture from the water heater. Once you remove the angle stops, you simply attach the copper T compression fittings which are supplied in the kit.
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