Here you will find the resources necessary to perform all manner of technical support for your US Water softener. STEP 2 Hardness: Set the amount of hardness in grains of hardness as calcium carbonate per gallon using the s or t buttons. This allows the service technician to draw brine and perform other tests without the test water going to the building. Because "typical" settings of this water softener include a dry salt storage feature (no water in brine tank between regeneration), the manufacturer recommends the use of solar salt for best results. ATI Pure Platinum WholeHouse Water Conditioner -Valve Manual. Check Brine line connections for leaks. Power Loss: If the power goes out for less than two hours, the system will automatically reset itself. Attach a length of 1/2" I. tubing to fitting and run to drain. Failure to do this could cause interior damage to the flow control. Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads. Timer does not display time of day A. transformer unplugged B. no power at outlet C. defective transformer D. When Manually Regenerating a Water Softener, How Long for Each Cycle. defective PC board A. reconnect transformer B. repair or use working outlet C. replace transformer D. replace PCboard 2. Press next to go to step 5. Set time of day: Time of day should only need to be set after extended power outages or when daylight saving time begins or ends.
The final step is refilling the salt tank with water to make more brine for the next regeneration cycle. With the softener in the bypass mode (Fig. Or momentarily unplug power source from PC board B. check piston and spacer stack for obstruction C. replace piston(s) and spacer stack assy D. press next and regen or momentarily unplug PC board power E. check motor wiring F. replace or clean drive gear(s) G. reset drive bracket H. replace PC board I. reset PC board onto drive bracket 10 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM CAUSE A. Water Softener Troubleshooting - Identify and Fix. motor not operating B. no power at outlet 6. Regeneration Mode: Typically a system is set to regenerate at a time of no water use. Once the unit advances to the BACKWASH position and subsequent positions thereafter (see Start Up Instructions for regeneration sequence), the water softener will deliver water, but it will be untreated. The distance between the drain and the water conditioner should be as short as possible. Yes, the regeneration process "revives" the resin beads so they can continue cleaning more water, but the older your softener, the less life it has. Water conditioners do not remove nitrates or coliform bacteria, this requires specialized equipment. Herb Kirchhoff has more than three decades of hands-on experience as an avid garden hobbyist and home handyman. 1 Front cover assembly CC 1 2 Motor 1 3 Drive bracket & spring clip 1 4 PC board, CC 1 6 Drive gear, 12 x 36 3 6 Drive gear cover 1 2-6 Drive assembly, CC - not shown Transformer, 110V-12V 1 PISTON ASSEMBLY Item No. There should be a rapid flow to the drain. · Allow water to run until clear to rid pipes of debris which may have occurred during installation. The water is shut off to the building. Maintaining an optimal salt level is the best "fix" here.
When assembling the installation fitting package (inlet and outlet), connect the fitting to the plumbing system first and then attach the nut, split ring and "O" Ring. The handles identify the direction of flow. Water softener service manual. Note: The grains per gallon can be increased if soluble iron needs to be reduced. Accessed by pressing next and s button simultaneously 2. This manual is about a control valve to be used on water softeners or water filters.
During a normal regeneration this will be a 4 hour period for salt to dissolve. Bypass Valve: The bypass valve is typically used to isolate the control valve from the plumbing system's water pressure in order to perform control valve repairs or maintenance. During these FILL and SOFTENING positions, you will have softened water available for use. Please study this manual carefully and understand the cautions and notes before installing. Replace drive cap assy. Water Flow 14 Replacement Parts: WATER METER & METER PLUG Item No. If there is a demand for water when the system is regenerating, untreated water will be delivered. Water technologies water softener manual available. Water will flow steadily at the drain. In the event of a malfunction, however, an overflow line connection will direct the "overflow" to the drain instead of spilling on the floor where it could cause considerable damage. If you're experiencing an issue with your system, here's a water softener troubleshooting guide to help you identify the problem and either fix it yourself or call a pro. Specifications: Model 1Capacity: (Grains/Lbs.
Ultramax WholeHouse Water Conditioner Manual. D iagnostic Position: The inlet handle points toward the control valve and the outlet handle points to the center of bypass valve. When the water is flowing steadily to the drain without the presence of air, slowly open the inlet valve. EverGreen and AspenPro System Manuals. A typical water softener takes about 85 to 90 minutes to run through its complete automatic regeneration cycle. When stepping through any displays or programming, if no buttons are pressed within 5-minutes, the display returns to a normal user display. The regeneration process starts with a backwash during which the softener pumps water backward through the treatment medium to remove sediment. System/Owners Manual. Hyundai Portable Water Softener WS4000 Manual. Note: influent waters must be at least 3 GPG hardness and 80 TDS. When in Doubt, Call a Pro. Adjust hardness using t and s buttons 3. Where the drain line is elevated but empties into a drain below the level of the control valve, form a 7" loop at the discharge end of the line so that the bottom of the loop is level with the drain connection on the control valve. 3:51 2 6 10 40 16 4 7 54 35 GACS1035 Min.
25 Drawings & Service Manual 1" Control Valve Series Model: WS1 1. To initiate a manual regeneration at the preset delayed regeneration time, when the regeneration time option is set to normal or normal + on 0, press and release regen. 7°C) · electrical 110 - 50/60Hz uninterrupted outlet · the tank should be on a firm level surface · current draw is 0. Water softener manual pdf. Since salt must be periodically added to the brine tank, it should be located where it is easily accessible. With the dissolved minerals gone, the cleaned treatment medium again is ready to pull more minerals out of your water.
The next step is the actual regeneration, when the softener draws salt brine from a tank and pumps it backward through the treatment medium to chemically clean out the unwanted minerals and send them down a drain. If the float valve is working properly, the problem may be a clog in the drain control or tubing, or there could be a problem with the timer. 25" Control Valve Series Model: WS1. If necessary pliers can be used to unscrew the nut or cap. Is There Enough (Or Too Much) Salt? Once the valve has completed the immediate regeneration, the valve will regenerate one more time at the preset.
Pressing next will toggle between the three choices. Kinetico dual-tank softeners still provide soft water while regenerating. ) To access this mode, press set clock. Model Brine Refill Backwash Brine & Rinse Rapid Rinse Total GACS835 Min. NOTE: If too much water is put into the brine tank during softener start up it could result in a salty water complaint after the first regeneration. Check for the presence of air.
The system will begin to regenerate immediately. Valve does not regenerate automatically but does when regen button is depressed 9. To quickly exit any Programming, Installer Settings, etc., press set clock. BRINE TANK CONNECTION: Install the 3/8" O. polyethylene tube from the Refill Elbow to the Brine Valve in the brine tank. Avoid any type of lubricants, including silicone, on red or clear lip seals. Do not use Vaseline, oils, other hydrocarbon lubricants or spray silicone anywhere. The water treatment system will depressurize upon opening a tap in the building.
DRAIN LINE: First, be sure that the drain can handle the backwash rate of the system. Maybe the Motor is Faulty. 2 DLFC for 3/4" elbow 5. Once this position is complete, you will notice a 240 Minute (4 hours) SOFTENING position. Press regen button again.
Do not place screwdriver in slots on caps and/or tap with a hammer. All seals are self-lubricating EPDM to help prevent valve seizing after long periods of non-use. Press regen again to put valve in BACKWASH. File Info: application/pdf, 20 Pages, 3. If one of the handles is turned the wrong way, the water you're using is not being filtered by the softener. Allow to run until steady, clear and without air. Adjust minutes with and buttons 5. The system is isolated from the water pressure in the plumbing system. The water level is regulated by a float switch. If the building's electrical system is grounded to the plumbing, install a copper grounding strap from the inlet to the outlet pipe.