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- Page 1 Installation and Operating Instructions for 3MWTS Series Water Softeners Models: 3MWTS100 3MWTS150 3MWTS200 Homeowner: Please retain for operation and future maintenance instructions.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Intended use: The 3MWTS Series Water Softener is intended for use in softening water in homes and has not been evaluated for other uses. The system must be installed indoors near the point of entry of a home water line and be installed by qualified professional installers according to these installation instructions. - Page 3 Professional Installation Required: Installation requires shutting water off to home, cutting home water supply pipe and connecting piping and fittings. Specialized tools and skills are required. Not a do-it-yourself type of project. Professional installation required! 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 3...
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Page 4: Before Installation
If sediment is present, the installation of a sediment pre-filter is recommended. Even if sediment is not currently present or at a level high enough to be objectionable, a pre-filter can help increase the efficiency of the softener and help reduce the amount of maintenance required. 4 | 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions... - Page 5 Sodium information: Water softeners using sodium chloride for regeneration add sodium to the water. People who are on sodium restricted diets should consider the added sodium as part of their overall sodium intake. 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 5...
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Page 6: Installing Your Water Softener
• Pay particular attention to correct orientation of control valve. Water flow should match arrow on control valve. The Inlet and Outlet of other water treatment equipment products will vary depending on the control valve brand used. 6 | 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions... - Page 7 • On plastic fittings, never use pipe sealant or pipe dope. Use PTFE thread tape only, pipe dope properties may deteriorate plastic; • Take care when using pliers or pipe wrenches to tighten plastic fittings, as damage may occur if over tightening occurs. 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 7...
- Page 8 Repeat the process until the valve is in the Service Position (Time of Day will be on the display). STEP 16: Refer to Section 3: Control Valve Programming and Regeneration Instructions, on how to set control valve for proper set up and regeneration settings. 8 | 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions...
- Page 9 CONTROL VALVE BOD DRAIN LINE FLOW CONTROL ASSEMBLY NORMAL OPERATION BYPASS OPERATION Treated Water Supply Water Supply (Untreated) Supply Water Exits Enters Water Exits Enters Fig. 3 Fig 4: By pass valve 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 9...
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Page 10: Control Valve Programming And Regeneration
If the word “error” and a number are alternately flashing on the display contact our Technical Service at 1300 345 837 for help. This indicates that the valve was not able to function properly. Step 1 Step 2 10 | 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions Step 3... - Page 11 Press the NEXT button to exit Diagnostics. Press REGEN to return to previous step. To lock settings press NEXT and SET CLOCK in sequence. Step 9 Step 10 RETURN TO NORMAL MODE 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 11...
- Page 12 Press the NEXT button to exit Valve History. Press REGEN to return to previous step. To lock settings press NEXT SET CLOCK in sequence. Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 RETURN TO NORMAL MODE 12 | 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions...
- Page 13 AM/PM toggles after 12. Press NEXT to go to Step Step 3 Current Time (minutes): Set the minutes of the day using buttons. Press NEXT to exit Set Clock. Press “REGEN” to return to previous step. 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 13...
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Page 14: Maintenance
Most types of water softener salt may be used. There are advantages and disadvantages to every type of salt. Please ask your local dealer for advice. 3M Purification does not recommend the use of block type salt. Brine Tank Clean-Out: To help prevent service problems the brine tank should be emptied and flushed out with a garden hose annually or when dirt and other insoluble accumulate. -
Page 15: Control Valve Troubleshooting Guide And Service Instructions
AC Adapter was unplugged and then plugged back into the wall outlet, the AC Adapter plug was unplugged and then plugged back into the board or the NEXT and REGEN buttons were pressed to reset the valve 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 15... - Page 16 NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or unplug power source jack (black wire) and plug back in. This resets the slips easily into place. 16 | 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions...
- Page 17 (e.g. 181) and then reset the valve to the service position. on o-rings. A silicone lubricant may be used on the o-ring on the elbow or the white retainer. 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 17...
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Page 18: System Troubleshooting Guide
Loss of resin through drain Air in water system Assure that well system has proper air eliminator control: check for dry well condition 18 | 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions... -
Page 19: Specifications And Operating Data
Do not use Service Flow Rate if treated water is to supply a geothermal heat pump, swimming pool, etc. (contact your Dealer/Installer before selecting equipment). Service flow rates have been tested against NSF Standard 44. 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 19... -
Page 20: 3Mwts Series Performance Data Sheet
For best results, use coarse solar salt. Refer to this Installation/operation manual and the limited warranty for further details on installation, parts and service, maintenance and further restrictions or limitations to the use of the product. 20 | 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions... -
Page 21: Component And Part List
1" NPT female socket 316SS NPTCFC025A AK200118573 12VAC 500MA power supply AK200118938 4 pin connector AK200118946 NOTE: When ordering replacement or repair components always specify by the unit or model number to ensure correct parts delivered. 3MWTS Series Water Softeners – Installation Instructions | 21... -
Page 23: Warranty Registration Card
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. This warranty is given by 3M Australia Pty Limited, ABN 90 000 100 096, Building A, 1 Rivett Road, North... - Page 24 Sciences Division Bldg A, 1 Rivett Road 94 Apollo Drive, Rosedale North Ryde NSW 2113 Auckland 0632 Phone 1300 367 362 Phone 0800 362 886 1800 671 599 0800 362 880 3M is a trademark of 3M Company. www.3Mpurification.com.au www.3M.com/nz AV011456538...
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