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Series DF/UF Water Softener *Check the valve sticker to make sure its DF (Downflow) or UF (Upflow) 1. Read all instructions carefully before operation. 2. Avoid pinched o-rings during installation by applying (providedwith install kit) NSF certified lubricant to all seals. 3.
READ THIS MANUAL FIRST HOW YOUR WATER CONDITIONER WORKS SPECIFICATION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS / HOW A WATER SOFTENER WORKS BRINE TANK DIMENSIONS UNPACKING / INSPECTION OF TWIN TANK MODEL UNPACKING / INSPECTION OF CABINET MODEL BEFORE INSTALLATION INSTALLATION STEPS PREPARATIONS STARTUP INSTRUCTIONS SYSTEM CHECK LIST / / DURING REGENERATION / PLUMBING SYSTEM CLEAN-UP WATER BYPASS / OPERATING CONDITIONS WATER SOFTENER SANITIZATION / MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS...
READ THIS MANUAL FIRST Read this manual thoroughly to become familiar with the device and its capabilities before installing or operating your Water Softener. Failure to follow instructions in this manual could result in personal injury or property damage. This manual will also help you to get the most out of your Softener. This system and its installation must comply with state and local regulations.
HOW YOUR WATER CONDITIONER WORKS Why Water Gets Hard And How It Is Softened All of the fresh water in the world originally falls as rain, snow, or sleet. Surface water is drawn upward by the sun, forming clouds. Then, nearly pure and soft as it starts to fall, it begins to collect impurities as it passes through smog and dust-laden atmosphere.
SPECIFICATION Regeneration Water System Capacity Grains Flow Rate Usage (Gallons) Brine Tank / Salt Ship Mineral Resin Model Cabinet Size Capacity Weight Tank Size Cu. Ft. @ 10 lbs/ @ 6 lbs/cu ft @ 3 lbs/ Service Backwash Problem Clean Water Inches (Lbs) (Lbs)
SYSTEM DIMENSIONS Twin Tank Model Models A (Inches) B (Inches) C (Inches) 53” 9" 13” 57” 9" 13” 63” 10" 15” 61” 12" 16” 63” 13" 17” 74” 14" 18” 74” 16" 19” Cabinet Model HOW A WATER SOFTENER WORKS Water softeners remove hardness in the water by exchanging particles in the water, or ions.
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BRINE TANK DIMENSIONS Model Color Liquid Volume Tank Dimensions 5 Pack Carton Salt Capacity 5 Pack Carton (inches) Dimensions (inches) Shipping Weight US Gal Liters L x W x H L x W x H Brine Tanks BTR-70 Black 20.3 76.5 15.8 x 32.1 16.7 x 16.7 x 61.0...
UNPACKING / INSPECTION OF TWIN TANK MODEL Be sure to check the entire unit for any shipping damage or parts loss. Also note damage to the shipping cartons. Contact the transportation company for all damage and loss claims. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages in transit. Small parts, needed to install the Softener, are in a parts box.
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For Models 30 and 40 the media and Control Valve is packaged separately in carton and bags What is included with 30 and 40 models? 2. Control Valve 1. Tank (Models 30 and 40 will get an Adapter and Oring attached to the tank) There are 7 Red clips.
UNPACKING / INSPECTION OF CABINET MODEL 1. Cabinet with Valve attached 2. Parts Box 3. Drain Line and Hose Clamp (Not Included with some models)) 1. Control Valve 1. Cabinet 2. Parts Box 2 X 1” Bypass Tool Elbow Adapter Grease (Not Packet...
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Check Valve Type and Valve Serial # Check to make sure the valve type is what you ordered. The serial # label on the left will show 890 (DF) for downflow valve and 890 (UF) for Upflow valve The right Sticker shows the serial # of the control valve.
BEFORE INSTALLATION Contact your local distributor to use Canature WaterGroup™ laboratory for complete water analysis free of cost and no obligation to you. The laboratory addresses can be found on the front page of the manual. Check your water hardness. Use test strips (Part # 2793828-20) to get an estimation of water hardness and contact your local distributor to use Canature WaterGroup laboratory for complete water analysis free of cost and no obligation to you.
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Inspecting and Handling Your 89 Water Softener Inspect the equipment for any shipping damage. If damaged, notify the transportation company and request a damage inspection. Damage to cartons should also be noted. Handle the Softener unit with care. Damage can result if it is dropped or set on sharp, uneven projections on the floor. Do not turn the Softener unit upside down.
INSTALLATION STEPS Determine the best location for your water Softener, bearing in mind the location of your water supply lines, drain line and 120 volt AC electrical outlet. Subjecting the Softener to freezing or temperatures above 43°C (110°F) will void the warranty. Downflow Valve Please notice the inlet and outlet labels on the valve as shown here to determine the position of the equipment:...
PREPARATIONS 1. Media Installation (continued) O-ring d) Unplug the riser tube, carefully position the valve over it and turn the valve into the threads in the fiberglass tank, tightening securely into tank. Note: Ensure that the internal O-ring in the valve fits securely over the riser tube. Silicone grease (part # 92360) or other food grade lubricant may be applied to the O-ring to ease installation of Resin the riser tube.
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Clips 3. Attaching Bypass to Valve Make sure the bypass is attached well to the control valve. Connect the straight or elbow connectors to the bypass with red clips. Connect the inlet and outlet of the water Softener to the plumbing of the house.
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7. Connect Softener to the HousePlumbing Any solder joints near the valve must be done before connecting any piping to the valve. Always leave at least 6” (152 mm) between the valve and joints when soldering pipes that are connected to the valve. Failure to do this could cause damage to the valve. Upflow Water Softener Installation Cold (Raw water) Cold (Raw water)
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Downflow Water Softener Installation Cold (Raw water) Cold (Raw water) Cold (Filtered water) Check Valve To Outside Faucet Cold (Soft Water) Filter Hot (Soft Water) Water Heater Down ow Water Softener Water Pipe Outlet Outlet Water Pipe Inlet Drain Elbow Assembly AC120V/10A Brine Elbow...
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Upflow Cabinet Water Softener Installation Cold (Raw water) Cold (Raw water) Cold (Filtered water) Check Valve To Outside Faucet In Out Cold (Soft Water) Filter Hot (Soft Water) Water Heater Up ow Water Softener Water Pipe Inlet Inlet Water Pipe Outlet Drain Elbow Inlet Assembly...
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Downflow Cabinet Water Softener Installation Cold (Raw water) Cold (Raw water) Cold (Filtered water) Check Valve To Outside Faucet Cold (Soft Water) Filter Hot (Soft Water) Water Heater Down ow Water Softener Water Pipe Outlet Outlet Water Pipe Inlet Drain Elbow Assembly Inlet Brine Elbow...
STARTUP INSTRUCTIONS Familiarize with Button Configuration: 1. Connect the transformer to the valve. Plug the 12-volt transformer into a 120 VAC 60 Hz outlet. Date and Time 18-Apr-2016 10:35AM MENU Gal Remain 1400 2. Open the brine tank / Flow Rate 3 gpm/min cabinet salt lid and add water until there is approximately 3”...
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5. Please set up date and time of day and hardness. The Valve is already programmed from factory for Softener Models. Set Up Current Time of Day and Regeneration Time When Softener Should Regenerate When No one uses Water in House. Press Menu Key and Select “Date and Time”...
SYSTEM CHECK LIST More than 90% of problems affecting the efficiency of a chemical iron free softener system can be identified in 9 minutes or less by following this diagnostic schedule. Start with Step 1, then follow each step in sequence to ensure proper diagnostic procedures. 1.
4. After Softener installation is completed and final adjustments are made with the water turned on and brine draw tube reconnected, manually reposition timer on softener to backwash position. Allow timer to perform an automatic regeneration cycle. During backwash of softener, all iron cleaned from the resin will be washed down the drain. It is advisable, after chemically cleaning softener, to regenerate system twice to fully restore capacity lost due to iron fouling.
WATER SOFTENER SANITIZATION Check Manual Regeneration step on page 19. Sanitization Solution MENU 1a. Pour entire packet of Sani-System Liquid Concentrate – 1b. Manually regenerate the softeneraccording to the Part # 50032 (24 packets) into the brine well. If no manufacturer’s specications.
Care of Your Softener To retain the attractive appearance of your new water softener, clean occasionally with a mild soap solution. Do not use abrasive cleaners, ammonia or solvents. Never subject your softener to freezing or to temperatures above 43°C (110°F). Servicing Components The injector assembly should be cleaned or replaced every year depending on the inlet water quality and water usage.
TIMER REPLACEMENT 4 X Screws Meter Cable Front Cover 1. Disconnect the meter cable? from the meter. (If flow 2. Remove four screws from the back of the valve cover 3. Remove the front cover of the valve. meter is attached) Piston Screw Washer 2 X Screws from Powerhead...
METER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (For Models Manufactured after Valve Serial # Date of November 2015) Meter Cable 2X Clips 1. Disconnect the meter cable from the meter. 4. Remove the meter support and then the impeller out from the coupling and 2.
METER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (For Models Manufactured before Valve Serial # Date of November 2015) Remove Meter Cable screws Meter Support 2X Clips Special Tool Impeller 1. Disconnect the meter cable from the meter. 4. Remove six screws and pull out the meter support and impeller. 2.
CIRCUIT BOARD REPLACEMENT Circuit Board Screws Wire connections to Circuit Board 1. Remove the screws from the back of the valve and pull the front 2. Remove all connections from the circuit board cover 3. Remove the fours screws from the circuit board and pull it out AFTER SERVICING 1.
PARTS BREAKDOWN Control Valve Upper Cone (18280) Bypass - 60010004 Distributor Downflow Softener Model Mineral Tank Tank # (Natural Color) Tank # Tank # Distrubutor# Valve # Media Bed # Size (Black Color) (Blue Color) Softener Downflow (Single Tank) 8 x 44 25010025 25010027 25010026...
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PARTS BREAKDOWN Controller assembly parts list Part # Part Description 60010570 Controller front cover assembly 92388 89 PCB 60010571 PCB absorb shock foam 60010572 PCB fix screws 60010573 85HE mounting plate 60010574 Screws 92389 85 drive gear 60010099 Connect screw 92391 85HE main gear 60010575...
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PARTS BREAKDOWN Parts list of Standard connection assembly Part # Part Qty No. Part # Part Description Description 60010258 Big O-ring of 92387 89 secure clip Adaptor coupling 60010585 Adaptor coupling of 89 60010589 89 valve control valve connector 60010586 Small O-ring of 60010590 Connector O-ring...
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PARTS BREAKDOWN Parts list of control valve body: Part # Part Description 89 valve body 60010227 95 secure clip See next DLFC assembly: optional section 1S, 2S, 3S, 4S, 1#, 3#, 4#, 5#, 6# 60010211 Drain elbow O-ring 92397 Drain elbow: 1/2” 60010233 3/4”...
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PARTS BREAKDOWN DLFC PART # for 89 VALVE Part # Part Description 60095720 BNT95DLFC-0(4.0 GPM) 60010143 BNT95DLFC-1(7.0GPM) 60010144 BNT95DLFC-2(11.0GPM) 60010145 BNT95DLFC-3(14.0GPM) 60010146 BNT95DLFC-4(17.0GPM) 60010147 BNT95DLFC-5(21.0GPM) 60095692 BNT95DLFC-6(24.0GPM) 60095721 BNT95DLFC-1S(2.4GPM) 60095722 BNT95DLFC-2S(3.5GPM) 60095723 BNT95DLFC-3S(4.5GPM) 60010140 BNT95DLFC-4S(5.0GPM) 60095724 BNT95DLFC-5S(6.0GPM) 60095725 BNT95DLFC-6S(6.0GPM) 60010142 BNT95DLFC-7S(7.0GPM) BLFC PART # for 89 VALVE Part #...
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Solutions 1. CONDITIONER DELIVERS HARD WATER A. Close bypass valve A. Bypass valve is open B. Add salt to brine tank and maintain salt level above water level B. No salt in brine tank C. Replace injectors and screen C.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Possible Solutions 9. CONDITIONER FAILS TO DRAW BRINE A. Clean drain line flow control A. Drain line flow control is plugged B. Clean or replace injectors B. Injector is plugged C. Replace screen C. Injector screen is plugged D.
MASTER PROGRAMMING 89 DOWNFLOW VALVE (89 DF MODELS) The controller will show the following on the screen - Time, Date and number of Days Remaining for Regeneration: = Initial Setup Interface = = Initial Setup Interface = = Initial Setup Interface = = Initial Setup Interface = Language Language...
MASTER PROGRAMMING 89 UPFLOW VALVE (89UF MODELS) The controller will show the following on the screen - Time, Date and number of Days Remaining for Regeneration: = Initial Setup Interface = = Initial Setup Interface = = Initial Setup Interface = = Initial Setup Interface = Language Language...
MASTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 89 DOWNFLOW ADVANCED MENU PRESS “MENU” KEY AND SCROLL TO “MAIN MENU”. THEN PRESS “SET” TILL IT BEEPS. SCROLL TO ADVANCED MENU Press “Menu” key . Press - to advance to Advanced Menu Press and hold “SET” 5 seconds or until you hear a beep.
ADVANCED MENU 89 UPFLOW PRESS “MENU” KEY AND SCROLL TO “MAIN MENU”. THEN PRESS “SET” TILL IT BEEPS. SCROLL TO ADVANCED MENU Press “Menu” key . Press - to advance to Advanced Menu Press and hold “SET” 5 seconds or until you hear a beep. Press “+” or “-”...
MAIN MENU 89 DOWNFLOW Press “Menu” key . Press - to advance to Advanced Menu Press and hold “SET” 5 seconds or until you hear a beep. Press “+” or “-” to choose menu option. Press “SET” to enter. Press “+” or “-”...
DIAGNOSTIC SCREEN PRESS “MENU” KEY AND SCROLL TO “MAIN MENU”. THEN PRESS “SET” TILL IT BEEPS. SCROLL TO ADVANCED MENU Press - to advance to History Values Press “Menu” key . Press - to advance to Main Menu Press“SET” or until you hear a beep. Press “SET”...
HOW TO SET DATE AND TIME, MANUAL REGENERATION AND DEALER INFORMATION PRESS “MENU” KEY AND SCROLL TO “MAIN MENU”. THEN PRESS “SET” TILL IT BEEPS. Press “Menu” key Press “+” or “-” to change menu option. Press “SET” to enter. Press “+”...
Canature WaterGroup™ guarantees that your new water conditioner is built of quality material and workmanship. When properly installed and maintained, it will give years of trouble free service. Seven Year Warranty on 89 Control Valve Canature WaterGroup™ will repair or replace the failed control valve with reburbished valve for 7 years provided the failure is due to a defect in material or workmanship and not the result of damage from any conditions described in the general conditions of this warranty.
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