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Installation Instructions for Water Softeners with Fleck 5600 and
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Thank you for purchasing a new Water Softener from AFWFilters. We appreciate the
opportunity you have given us to provide you with better water. We are committed to
providing the best customer experience possible and have provided these installation
instructions to make things as simple as possible. If you have read through these entire
instructions and FAQ section and still have questions feel free to contact us for further
help.
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BASIC PLUMBING SKILLS ARE REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION. IF YOU ARE UNSURE
OF YOUR ABILITIES TO INSTALL THE SYSTEM USING THESE INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE
HIRE A QUALIFIED PLUMBER.
READ THROUGH YOUR PARTS LIST AND VERIFY ALL COMPONENTS ARE ACCOUNTED
FOR AND IN GOOD CONDITION BEFORE SCHEDULING A PLUMBER.
PLEASE READ THROUGH THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY. IF HIRING
A PLUMBER ENSURE THEY HAVE A COPY BEFORE THEY START.
MOST COMMON QUESTIONS ARE ANSWERED IN THE INSTRUCTIONS OR FAQ
SECTION. IF YOU HAVE READ BOTH OF THOSE AND STILL HAVE QUESTIONS YOU
MAY CONTACT US FOR FURTHER HELP.
PLUMBING RELATED QUESTIONS NEED TO BE DIRECTED TO A LOCALLY QUALIFIED
PLUMBER. WE ARE NOT PLUMBERS AND ANY PLUMBING QUESTIONS WE RECEIVE
WILL NOT BE ANSWERED.
5600SXT
Covers standard water softeners using a
separate brine tank.
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- Page 1 HANK Thank you for purchasing a new Water Softener from AFWFilters. We appreciate the opportunity you have given us to provide you with better water. We are committed to providing the best customer experience possible and have provided these installation instructions to make things as simple as possible.
- Page 2 YSTEM EQUIREMENTS Your chosen installation location and water supply must meet ALL of the following requirements: 20-90 PSI (1.38-6.20BAR) 34-110°F (1.1-43.3°C) System must be protected from freezing Firm level surface AFTER the pressure tank 3-prong, 120V outlet within 5 ft. (1.5 m) of the control head with constant power.
- Page 3 A tall slender tank 44–65 inches in height with an opening on the top. Larger tanks may have a gray threaded adapter to reduce tank opening to match control head. Polyglass Tank NOTE FOR LOADED SYSTEMS: Tanks that are shipped loaded may arrive on their side or even upside down.
- Page 4 A large plastic tank (round OR square/rectangular) similar to a trash can. Inside the tank is the brine well—a small cylinder about 4 inches (10.1 cm) in diameter—which contains the saftey float. The brine not included ) tank holds the salt ( used for regeneration.
- Page 5 Tubing and fittings used to connect the control head to the brine tank. Tubing is usually inside the brine tank, the fittings are usually in a small bag, either with the tubing, with the instructions, or with the control head. Fittings include the brass brine nut, ferrule, insert, and screen.
- Page 6 Unloaded systems only Most systems will ship loaded. Some larger systems may ship partially loaded (with some media in the tank and some separate) or completely unloaded for easier placement. Small rocks or pebbles to promote water distribution. Most systems use standard gravel, but very large systems will use the denser garnet GRAVEL GOES IN FIRST , at...
- Page 7 The funnel is a complementary item that MAY be included with some unloaded systems to help fill the polyglass tank with the resin. If your system does not include one, a blender pitcher with the blade assembly removed will screw onto the tank and work well.
- Page 8 The riser tube sits in an indentation centered in the bottom of the tank. With the riser tube properly positioned, ensure that it is within 1/3 inch (8 mm) above or below the lip of the tank. If it is not contact us for help correcting the problem.
- Page 9 3—A TTACH THE ONTROL 3.1—Lubricate the O-rings DO NOT USE VASELINE The tank O-ring— Img 3 — seals the control valve to the tank, and the pilot O- ring— Img 4 —seals around the riser tube. Verify they are present and free from nicks or kinks.
- Page 10 DO NOT APPLY ANYTHING (PIPE DOPE, PLUMBERS PASTE, TEFLON TAPE, ETC.) TO THE THREADS ON THE CONTROL HEAD OR THE RESIN TANK! Ensure the riser tube slips inside the pilot opening in the bottom of the head. Screw the head down onto the resin tank until solid contact is made between the tank and O- ring, then tighten about another 1/4–1/3 of a turn and STOP.
- Page 11 Img 9 - Brine Fitting Img 10 - Brine Line Fittings 4.3—Connect overflow to floor drain Optional If you have a floor drain available you can connect the overflow fitting to it using a flexible line. DO NOT CONNECT THE OVERFLOW TO THE DRAIN LINE FROM THE CONTROL HEAD OR RUN THE LINE ABOVE THE LEVEL OF THE OVERFLOW OUTLET.
- Page 12 If you have the mechanical valve skip the digital controller sections and proceed with the mechanical setup For initial programming enter master programming by setting the clock to 12:01 pm. To set the time of day press and hold the up OR down arrow until the service icon is replaced with the programming icon.
- Page 13 This setting will vary depending on the -Variable- system and application. Use these instructions to set appropriately. Any setting on your system that is not specifically highlighted below will be left at default. This is a -PLEASE NOTE:- list of all possible options, and many will NOT be shown on your system and are included for informational purposes only.
- Page 14 Time Clock - will begin a regeneration cycle at the set regeneration time after the set number of days has passed. Common setting on all backwashing systems except water softeners to ensure consistent cleaning of the media. Day of the Week - will begin a regeneration cycle on the set day(s) at the set regeneration time.
- Page 15 Percentage saftey factor - this uses a percentage of the capacity for a reserve. Softener systems only. A fixed reserve is recommened over this setting. Reserve Selection Fixed reserve capacity - uses a set volume for a reserve. Softener systems >rc<...
- Page 16 This sets the time that the regeneration cycle will start. This process can take up to 2 hours depending on system size and Regen configuration, so schedule it when water -2:00- Time will not be used. It is common to set to run when everyone is asleep or out of the house, and ensure it does not conflict with any other systems you may have.
- Page 17 The rapid rinse cycle runs water through the tank in the normal direction to rinse Rapid off any excess salt and settle the resin Rinse for normal operation. During this cycle there will be a steady flow of water down the drain. This sets the length of the brine fill portion of the cycle.
- Page 18 3/4" Turbine Meter For the smaller meter -t0.7- used on some softeners. Not as common as the paddle wheel meter. Meter Pulses per gallon. Only applies to Pulse 0.1-999.9 systems with FM set to Gen, not Setting typically used. Pressing the extra cycle button after the final setting will save your changes.
- Page 19 Code Parameter Options Description This setting will start the regeneration cycle after the set number of days Override regardless of water usage. Regen This sets the time that the regeneration 2:00 Time cycle will start. Hardness 1-199 Hardness of the water, in grains. 1-(half Reserve Fixed reserve capacity.
- Page 20 5.4—MECHANICAL CONTROLLER - Frequency You will need to calculate the gallon capacity of your system (how many gallons the system can go through before it needs to regenerate). To calculate this number you will need to know the system capacity, (for example, a 48k system has a 48,000 grain capacity) and the hardness of the water in grains per gallon (GPG).
- Page 21 55 grains 60 grains 65 grains 70 grains 75 grains 80 grains 85 grains 90 grains 95 grains 100 grains *Indicates the actual gallon capacity exceeds maximum setting of mechanical valve **System size not recommended for this hardness level 5.5—MECHANICAL CONTROLLER - Time To set the time, locate the 24 hour time gear (the large gear located behind the manual cycle knob) and note the current time arrow.
- Page 22 BEFORE YOU CONTINUE Many homeowners install their own water systems with basic plumbing skills; if you are not comfortable with projects like this, please hire a professional plumber. Make sure to check local plumbing codes and follow any codes that apply. These intructions offer basic plumbing tips and can not cover every situation.
- Page 23 DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE SCREWS. The bypass valve will have some up and down movement, this is normal. The clips simply hold the connection fittings together and the screws only need tightened enough to keep the clips in place. Further tightening will not stop leaks and tightening too much can damage the system, which will not be covered under warranty.
- Page 24 7—P LACE YSTEM IN ERVICE Once all plumbing is done and plumbing connections have been checked for leaks you can place the system in service. 7.1—Open bypass valve SLOWLY If you have more than one system, enure the other systems are bypassed to prevent any possible problems.
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Page 25: Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a lot of sand in the water a spin down filter (part #SDF-100) - http://store.afwfilters.com/parts- is recommended to protect the control head components/spin-down-sand-separator-filter-1-inch/ . - Page 26 After installing the bypass it still moves up and down, is that normal? Yes. The bypass seals with O-ring and even when tightened down some movement will occur, without leaking. The system requires this movement to allow for pressure changes in DO NOT OVERTIGHTED THE BYPASS VALVE.
- Page 27 Unplug the system, disconnect the piston from the motor/gear, and verify that the piston moves freely inside the valve; if it does not replacement of the seal and spacers and possibly the piston is required. After reconnecting the piston, inspect the Piston took control head for any broken, worn, or more than 6...
- Page 28 Upper Common when changing programming or Piston is Drive if system looses power. System will syncing Sync automatically recover from this state. RINE Is there supposed to be water in the brine tank? How much water is supposed to be in the brine tank? During normal operation the system will have water in the brine tank so that it can dissolve the salt needed for the next regeneration.
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