Softener Specifications General Specifications CD24 CD32 Grains Capacity / Lbs Salt Used* per regeneration 20,000 / 7.5 27,000 / 9 Maximum Raw Water Hardness (grains) Maximum Clear Iron / Manganese (ppm) Exchange Resin (cu ft ) Mineral Tank (polyglass) 9 x 35...
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Softener Specifications PLEASE NOTE THESE SPECIFICATIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING OPERATING PRESSURE RANGE : 20 - 125 PSI OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE : 33º F - 120º F INLET / OUTLET PIPE SIZE : 3/4: FNPT PLEASE COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE PLUMBING CODES PROTECT THE SOFTENER AND PIPING FROM FREEZING TEMPERATURES Please read the entire Owner’s Manual and Instruction before installation.
Installation -Pre-Installation Check List- A water test should always be performed in order to determine total water hardness (in gpg) and total dissolved iron (in parts per million - ppm). This is critical for proper equipment selection, sizing and for determining the program for regeneration frequency.
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Installation Removal of Top Cabinet Lid PUSH CLIPS...
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Installation -Softener Location / Other Requirements- • Locate the unit near an unswitched, 120 volt / 60 Hz grounded electrical outlet. • Check for distance and proper drain installation (e.g. floor drain, washing machine standpipe). • Determine type and size of piping required for softener connection (e.g. copper, galvanized, PVC plastic). Note •...
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Installation - Drain Line Connection - 1. The drain line flow control assembly is pre-assembled for your convenience. Should you choose to hard plumb the drain line, please remove the barb fitting. The flow control housing can be removed by remov ing the clip and pulling straight out on housing.
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Installation - Pressurizing The System - 1. Make certain the Control Valve is in SERVICE position. 2. Slowly rotate bypass valve to the SERVICE position. (Position of bypass lever is parallel to inlet / outlet piping.) 3. Open the nearest faucet to evacuate air from plumbing lines. 4.
Start Up Procedure 1. Set time of day. 2. Set a.m. or p.m. 3. Set water hardness in grains per gallon (gpg). Note : If the water contains iron and / or manganese, multiply the total parts per million (ppm) by “four” (4) and then add to the grains per gallon (gpg) of hardness.
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Start Up Procedure - Final Check - 1. Be certain the bypass valve is in the SERVICE position. 2. Make sure the power supply is connected to an uninterrupted 115-volt outlet. 3. Check that the time of day is set 4.
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Start Up Procedure Normal Operation 1. Home Display The RS1 model will alternate the Time of Day and Gallons left until the next regeneration. The me ter will count down to zero (0000) and then regenerate at the scheduled time set. Starting Extra Regeneration Cycle 1.
Master Programming Mode Master Programming Mode To enter Master Programming Mode, press and hold both buttons for 5 seconds. Note: All Master Programming functions have been preset at the factory. Unless a change is desired, it is NOT necessary to enter Master Programming Mode. 1.
Utilizing Bluetooth Control For simplified set up and control, please install the Legacy View on a compatible Bluetooth 4.0+ enabled smart phone or tablet. 1. Download and install the Legacy View app from the Google Play Store, Apple App Store 2.
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Set Up Utilizing Bluetooth App Change Time of Day (Press “SET” to set time automatically based on device). For Filters: Set Backwash Frequency This sets the amount of day between backwash cycles Set Regeneration Time Example: For 2a.m., just type 2, choose a.m., and press ‘OK’ Note: If you have a filter and a softener the valves should be set to re- generate at different times.
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Set Up Utilizing Bluetooth App Status and History From the Status and History, all items in ORANGE can be reset. Pressing this icon will show a list of the data that is in the graph. Touch any graph to enlarge and see details.
Powerhead Assy. Part No. 20016X002 20001X007 20016X101 21001X120 20016X002 20016X006 Motor Power Flow Meter 20001X122 SC10 20001X127 20016X108 Motor Power Flow Meter Description Part Number Front Plate 20016X001 Encoder Wheel 20001X007 Cabinet Legacy Board Assembly 20016X101 Main Gear 21001X120 Back Plate 20016X002 Motor Assy.
Cabinet Body Assembly DESCRIPTION PART NO. Cabinet Tank Base 20016X007 Resin Tank 30935X000 Brine Well Assembly 20016X008 Cabinet Cap 20016X009 Cabinet Lid 20016X010 Top Insert 20018X008 Front Insert 20018X009 Clear 3/8” Tubing, .5ft 57005X002 Self Threading Screw 20016X015 Grid Plate 40450X106...
Service Instructions / Instructional Videos Available at www.watersoftinc.com General Preliminary Instructions PERFORM BEFORE ALL SERVICING OPERATIONS 1. Turn off water supply to conditioner. -If the conditioner installation has a “three valve” bypass system, first open the valve in the bypass line, then close the valves at the conditioner inlet and outlet. -If the conditioner has an integral bypass valve, put it in the bypass position.
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Service Instructions / Instructional Videos Available at www.watersoftinc.com To Replace Piston Assembly 1. Follow steps A1 - A3 2. Remove control valve cover. Disconnect the meter signal wire from the meter. 3. Remove screw and washer at piston drive yoke. Remove powerhead mounting screws. The entire powerhead assembly will now lift off easily.
Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Power supply plugged into Connect to constant power source intermittent or dead power source 1.Softener Fails to Disconnected meter cable Reconnect cable Regenerate Improper control valve Reset program settings Automatically programming Defective power supply Replace power supply Meter is dirty or defective Clean or replace meter assembly...
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Troubleshooting Guide SYMPTOM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION 6. Loss of Water Scaling / fouling of inlet pipe Clean or replace pipeline. Pretreat to prevent. Pressure Fouled resin Clean resin. Pretreat to prevent. Improper backwash setting Backwash more frequently Plugged drain line or drain line control Check flow to drain.
Error Codes Control Valve Error Code Diagnosis Under normal operating conditions, when your control valve is in the “in service” position, the display should alternate between the current time of day and the number of days remaining (for filters and time clock softeners) or gallons remaining (for metered softeners) until the next regeneration.
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Error Codes No Display If your display is blank, there is no power going to the circuit board due to one of the following factors: • The electrical outlet is not powered or is switched off • The power cable has come unplugged from the circuit board •...
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