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Culligan Medallist Series Owner's Manual

Culligan Medallist Series Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Culligan Medallist Series ® Automatic Water Conditioner Owners Guide...
  • Page 2 Congratulations, too, on selecting one of the “first family” of water conditioners in the prestigious Culligan Medallist Series. With Culligan’s many years of knowledge and experience in water treatment, you can be confident that the model you selected has been designed and engineered to provide years of service with a minimum of care and attention.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ® Performance Data Sheets are included in this manual for various Culligan Medallist Series Softener Table of models. Refer to the Performance Data Sheet for your specific softener, as there are slight differences Contents between the models. The softener warranty is located on page 49 of this Owner’s Guide.

  • Page 4: Specifications

    Specifications Culligan Medallist Series ® Water Conditioners with Timeclock or Soft-Minder ® Meter Medallist Medallist Plus 8” Model 30 Model 45 Model 60 Model Control Valve Type 3/4” 5-cycle 1” 5-cycle Reinforced 1” 5-cycle Reinforced 1” 5-cycle Reinforced Reinforced Thermoplastic...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Read this Manual First Introduction Before you operate the Medallist Series Water Softening System, read this manual to become familiar with the device and its capabilities. Watch for Special Paragraphs Please read the special paragraphs in this manual. Examples are shown below.
  • Page 6 Introduction It’s All So Easy, So Economical, So Efficient, So Enjoyable! (cont.) Kind To Skin And Complexion Soft water will help prevent red, itchy or dry skin because there are no hardness impurities to cause soreness, no soap curd to coat the skin. Shaving is easier, smoother - either with blade or electric shaver.
  • Page 7 Softened water is not recommended for house plants because a build-up of sodium in the soil may interfere with efficient absorption of water by the plant root system. Additional information may be obtained from your independently operated Culligan dealer. Why Water Gets Hard And How It’s Softened All of the fresh water in the world originally falls as rain, snow, or sleet.
  • Page 8 Introduction Iron is a common water problem. The chemical/physical nature of iron found in natural water supplies is exhibited in four general types: (cont.) 1. Dissolved Iron - Also called ferrous or “clear water” iron. This type of iron can be removed from the water by the same ion exchange principle that removes the hardness elements, calcium and magnesium.
  • Page 9 (expressed as pounds of salt) passed through the resin column during regeneration. Your Culligan service person, taking into account the hardness of your water and the amount of softened water your household may reasonably expect to use each day, has carefully established how often the softener will regenerate and how much salt will be used for each regeneration.

  • Page 10: Preparation

    Preparation Component Description The water conditioner is shipped from the factory in a minimum of three cartons. Remove all components from their cartons and inspect them before starting installation. Control Valve Assembly - Includes the 5-cycle regeneration control valve and the Accusoft ®...
  • Page 11 Outdoor installation is not recommended, and voids the warranty. Use the Culligan Outdoor Medallist Series Softener for outdoor installations. The Culligan Outdoor Medallist Series Softener has been certified by Underwriter’s Laboratories for outdoor installation. If installing in an outside location, you must take the steps necessary to assure the softener installation plumbing, wiring, etc.

  • Page 12: Installation

    • Set the brine system on a flat, smooth, solid surface as near the media tank as possible. Figure 9 Mount The Control Valve - 3/4” Control See figure 10 for a visual on mounting the control valve to the tank. As shipped from the factory the Culligan Medallist Series ® 3/4” control is equipped as a 8” unit. 1. Remove the two plastic caps from the tank couplings and lubricate the coupling O-rings with silicone lubricant. Note: Do not use a petroleum base lubricant, for this will cause swelling of the rubber parts.
  • Page 13 (cont.) as indicated in Figure 10 and secure them with the screws. 4. Peel off the protective film off the circuit board label. Attach the appropriate Culligan Medallist Series data plate that’s included in the small parts pack onto the back of the control (over the holes used for the solenoid valve). Mount The Control Valve - 1” Control See Figure 11 for a visual on mounting the control valve to the tank.

  • Page 14: Plumbing Connections

    Installation Unit Backwash Flow Nozzle Throat Brine Refill Flow (cont.) 8” #1, Black* Blue* Light Brown* 0.45 gpm Medallist 30 #2, Brown* Blue* Light Brown* 0.45 gpm @ 6 lbs - Blue Medallist 45 #2, Brown Greater than Light Brown 0.45 gpm 6 lbs - Beige Medallist 60 #3, Green Beige Light Brown 0.8 gpm * Standard from factory. Refer to figure 13 for a visual on changing the eductor nozzle and the backwash flow control. Eductor Nozzle Replacement: •...
  • Page 15 Bypass Connections (cont.) Shipped with each softener is a Culligan bypass valve, which is used to connect the softener to the plumbing system. The bypass allows the softener to be isolated from the water service line if service is necessary while still providing water to the home. The bypass valve can be directly plumbed into the system, or can be connected with the following optional sweat connection kits.

  • Page 16: Drain Line Connection

    Installation Bypass Valve (cont.) Installation - 1” Medallist Assembly Pin Plus Units The bypass valve connects directly to the control valve with a pair of Coupling couplings and two assembly pins (Figure 16). Lubricate all o-rings on the couplings with silicone ® lubricant. On Soft-Minder meter Brine Connection controls, the meter replaces the...
  • Page 17 Installation or open floor drain, a loop in the end of the tube will keep it filled with water and will reduce splashing at the beginning of each regeneration. (cont.) Note: Waste connections or drain outlets shall be designed and constructed to provide for connection to the sanitary waste system through an air gap of 2 pipe diameters or 1 inch, whichever is larger.

  • Page 18: Electrical Connections

    Installation ® Soft-Minder Meter Connection (cont.) To connect the meter leads refer to Figure 20 and proceed as follows: • Lift up the timer case from the back plate. • Remove the small plastic plug from the backplate. • Slip the meter harness through the hole and toward the circuit board. • Connect the harness to the circuit board.
  • Page 19 “Id”. When programming option “dip 2” is changed from “DEL” to “Id”, a regeneration will begin immediately. The programming of the Soft-Minder provides several settable variables, the Time-of-Day, Time-of- Regeneration, Salt Dosage, Backwash Time, Brine/Rinse Time, Gallons to Signal and Timeclock Backup, if active. Refer to the programming section for further information on programming the microprocessor. Time Clock Operation ™ When the microprocessor is set-up as a time clock unit, the Culligan Medallist Series control will regenerate at fixed intervals. The regeneration interval can be set anywhere from 1 to 99 days. The programming for the time clock models is limited to Time-of-Day, Time-of-Regeneration, Salt dosage, Backwash Time, Brine/Rinse Time, and the Regeneration Interval. Refer to the program- ming section for further information on programming the microprocessor.

  • Page 20: Programming

    Programming The timer uses four buttons: Button Description Set-up / Enter Key (Status) Advance timer through display options Regeneration Key (REGEN) Initiate a regeneration Toggle Down Key (“-”) Decrease the setting Toggle Up Key (“+”) Increase the setting Time of Day This setting is used to program the current time of day. When in this step the display will first show “tod” for two seconds. After “tod” is displayed, “12:00 PM” will display (or the current set time if already programmed) and the minutes will flash.
  • Page 21 Programming Inside Text Regeneration Interval (Time (cont.) Clock Mode) This setting is used to set the days between regeneration in time clock mode. The display will show “REG” icon and “dAY” for two seconds and then display the numbers to change. Adjust the value with the “+” or “-”...
  • Page 22 Programming Brine Draw / Slow Rinse Time (cont.) This setting is used to set the time in minutes for cycle 2. This cycle is usually brine draw / slow rinse for softeners and a settling time for filters. The display will show “br” in the left most digits and the cycle time in the right most digits. Adjust the value with the “+” or “-” keys.

  • Page 23: Service Check

    Service Check The service mode allows one to view the instantaneous flow rate, the gallons remaining before the softener signals for regeneration, the number of regenerations in the past 14 days, the total number of regenerations the control has cycled through and the number of days since the last regeneration. The statistical functions are reached by pressing the “Status” key until the screen blanks and then pressing the “-” key. Repetitive presses of the “-” key will cycle through the statistics mode. Pressing the “Status” key will exit statistics and move to the time display. The following table outlines the statistic function display, range limits and default setting: Display Range Limits...
  • Page 24 Service Check Flow Rate (cont.) This display will only show if the flow meter is attached to the control. The display shall show the current flow rate of the water passing through the control. The display will show “FLO” for two seconds and then the current flow rate passing through the flow meter until a key is pressed. This display shall never time out, as opposed to the rest of standard statistics (10 minutes). Capacity Remaining (gal/ L) This display will only show if the flow meter is attached to the control.
  • Page 25 Service Check Total Number of Regenerations for Life of Unit (cont.) This display will show the total number of regenerations that have occurred since installation. The display will show “totL” for two seconds and then display the total number of valid regenerations for the life of the unit.

  • Page 26: Final Start-Up

    Note: Unplugging the Culligan ® Medallist Series water softener will not affect any of the control settings. Once programmed in, the settings will be stored indefinitely. In the event of a power failure the time-of-day setting will be stored for 1-2 days. If longer time storage is necessary, a battery backup is available.

  • Page 27: Care And Cleaning Of Your Water Conditioner

    Regardless of what type of salt is used, we recommend Culligan Brand Salt as suggested by your Culligan Dealer. He is the expert and can provide you with the best product for your Culligan Water Conditioner.

  • Page 28: Recommended Preventative Maintenance

    Culligan’s products to perform as advertised. If you have further questions, please call your local independently operated Culligan dealer. He or she will be glad to be of assistance to you.

  • Page 29: Sanitizing Procedure

    Caution! HAZARD FROM TOXIC FUMES! Chlorine bleach and common iron control chemicals may generate toxic fumes when mixed. • If the unit Culligan Sofner-Gard ® or other compounds containing sodium hydrosulfate, sodium bisulfate, or any other reducing agent, disconnect the device feeding the chemical(s) and manually regenerate the unit before sanitizing.

  • Page 30: To Clean Out The Salt Storage Tank

    To Clean A periodic clean-out of the Salt Storage Tank is necessary to keep your Culligan Water Conditioner at peak operating efficiency. Do it at least every 2 years when the salt supply is low. Follow these step- Out the Salt...

  • Page 31: Things To Check Before You Call For Service

    (outside tap) to see if you have any water pressure. If you have water pressure, check the bypass valve. If it is in the Service position, put it into the bypass and call your Culligan dealer for service.

  • Page 32: When And How To Bypass Your Water Conditioner

    Medallist Series Bypass Valve In the back of Culligan water conditioners is a Cul-Flo-Valv Bypass. NOTE: The 3/4” Medallist bypass valve will look different on the valve connections but function the same. To bypass unit, simply turn the blue knob clockwise.

  • Page 33: 8" Water Softener Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 34: Culligan Medallist Series

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 35: 8" Water Softener With Soft-Minder ® 30 Water Softener Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 36: Meter Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 37: Culligan Medallist Plus Series

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 38: Meter Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 39: Culligan Medallist Plus Series

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 40: Meter Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 41: California Certificates

    California Certifications...
  • Page 42 04 - 1618 Date Issued: July 21, 2004 Tr ademar k/Model Designation Replacement Elements Culligan Medallist Plus 30 Time Clock None Culligan Medallist Plus 30 Soft Minder None Manufactur er : Culligan International The water tr eatment device(s) listed on this cer tificate have met the testing r equir ements pur suant to Section...
  • Page 43 04 - 1619 Date Issued: July 21, 2004 Trademark/Model Designation Replacement Elements Culligan Medallist Plus 45 Soft Minder None Culligan Medallist Plus 45 Time Clock None Manufactur er : Culligan International The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section...
  • Page 44 Medallist Plus 60 Time Clock None Manufactur er : Culligan International The water tr eatment device(s) listed on this cer tificate have met the testing r equir ements pur suant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health r elated contaminants:...

  • Page 45: Parts List

    Parts List 3 12 5 63 63 4 5 63 63 4 FOLLOWER ONL FOLLOWER ONLY 7 3 63 7 3 63 11 63 11 63 1” Softener Valve...
  • Page 46 Parts List (cont.) 3 12 5 63 5 63 63 4 63 4 FOLLOWER ONLY FOLLOWER ONLY 7 3 63 7 3 63 11 63 3/4” Softener Valve...
  • Page 47 Parts List 3/4” Softener Valve (cont.) 17 61 34 61 32 33 61 20 61 28 30 31 61 26 61 3/4" 38 39 13 18 63 24 23 22 21 64 63 35 2 63 17 61 34 61 1”...
  • Page 48 Parts List (cont.)
  • Page 49 Power Valve Service Parts List Parts List (cont.) Valve Size Item # Part # DESCRIPTION Quantity/Pack 3/4” Valve 1” Valve 01013976 Control Valve Body 1” 1 Each 00449865 Control Valve Body 3/4” 1 Each 01013083 Seal Pack Assembly 1 Each 01014179 Drive Motor Kit 24V 1 Each P1013031 Drive Cam 10 Each/Pack P1013043 Retaining E-ring 10 Each/Pack 00445246 1 Each...
  • Page 50 Parts List Valve Size Item # Part # DESCRIPTION Quantity/Pack (cont.) 3/4” Valve 1” Valve 00447915 Connector, Brine Line, 1/2” 1 Each P1018871 Insert, Brine Line Connector, 25 Each/Pack 3/8” 00440516 Insert, Brine Line Connector, 1 Each 1/2” P1002205 Nut, Brine Line Connector, 25 Each/Pack 3/8” 00440402 Nut, Brine Line Connector, 1 Each 1/2” 01020368 Circuit Board Kit - Medallist 1 Each 01019708 Enclosure Kit - Medallist 1 Each P1014734...
  • Page 51 Parts List Valve Size Item # Part # DESCRIPTION Quantity/Pack (cont.) 3/4” Valve 1” Valve 01018425 Bypass Valve - 1” Rotary 1 Each 01018760 Bypass Valve - 1”/1-1/4” 1 Each Rotary 01018248 1” Straight Through Adapter 1 Each 01018249 1 1/4” Straight Through 1 Each Adapter 01018755 Rebuild Kit - 1”/1-1/4” Rotary 1 Each Bypass P1009075 Retaining Clip, 1” Bypass 10 Each/Pack valve 01013985 Coupling Kit - 3/4” Bypass 1 Kit 01014033 Coupling Kit - 1” Bypass 1 Kit...
  • Page 52 Parts List Service Parts Kits Conditioner Tank (cont.) Part No. Description Part No. Description Power Valve Seal Rebuild Kit 00440821 Tank Assembly, 8”, Complete 01-0162-67 (#62) Tank Assembly, 10” x 40”, 01016389 Seal Pack Complete Eductor Sleeve w/ O-Rings Tank Assembly, 10” x 54”, 01016390 Complete Brine Piston w/ O-Rings Replacement Tank, 8”, 01-0162-66 PV Eductor Rebuild Kit (#61) 00441897 Empty Light Brown Eductor w/ Replacement Tank, 10” x 40”, O-Ring 01014891...
  • Page 53 Parts List 16” and 18” Brine Systems (cont.) Item No. Part No. Description 01-0187-05 Brine System, 250 lb 01-0187-15 Brine System, 375 lb 01-0187-09 Replacement Tank, 250 lb 01-0187-16 Replacement Tank, 375 lb 01-0187-04 Cover, 250 lb 01-0187-17 Cover, 375 lb 01-0187-07 Salt Plate, 250 lb 01-0187-13 Salt Plate, 375 lb 01-0187-07 Brine Chamber, 250 lb & 375 lb 01-0187-06 Brine Valve...
  • Page 54 Parts List Brine Valve (cont.) Item No. Part No. Description 01018706 Brine Valve BLFC Elbow 01018710 - 0.45 gpm BLFC Elbow - 0.8 01018711 Brine Well Cap P1020194 - 24 Pack 3/8” Compression P1020196 Nut - 24 Pack 3/8” Insert - 25 P1018871 Pack Retaining Clip P1012091 - 24 Pack P1020192 Pin - 24 Pack 5/16” Nut - 24 P1020193 Pack Overflow Fitting P1020190 w/ Nut - 24 Pack P1020195 3/8” Nut - 24 Pack Air check P1020198...
  • Page 55 Parts List 11” Brine System (cont.) Item No. Part No. Description 01-0187-70 Brine System, 156 lb 01-0187-69 Replacement Tank, 156 lb 01-0189-10 Cover, 156 lb 01-0187-64 Salt Plate, 156 lb 01-0187-68 Brine Chamber, 156 lb 01-0187-06 Brine Valve...

  • Page 56: Records And Data

    Records and Important Data on Your Water Conditioner Data It is advisable to have the salesperson or installer fill in the information below for your future reference. If this has not been done, please ask for it, as it is necessary if you contact your dealer. Identification Model Name _____________________________ Catalog No.

  • Page 57: Warranty

    If a part described above is found defective within the specified period, you should notify your independently operated Culligan dealer and arrange a time during normal business hours for the dealer to inspect the water conditioner on your premises. Any part found defective within the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced by the dealer.
  • Page 58 Than A Quality We’re here to provide you with fast, dependable service, making sure any problems you have are taken care of. The Culligan Man has been around for over seventy years, delivering dependable Product service all along. That’s why people say “Hey, Culligan Man! ®...

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