Summary of Contents for Home Plus SP-5810XTR2-8-44
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OWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALLATION GUIDE SoftPlus™ Ultimate Series High Efficiency Water Softeners APPLICABLE MODELS: SP-5810XTR2 Series PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE OF YOUR SYSTEM, VOID YOUR WARRANTY, AND RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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Congratulations on the purchase of your SoftPlus™ Ultimate Series high-efficiency water softener. You have purchased one of the finest water softeners on the market today. This manual is designed to provide owners, installers, and service technicians with detailed information about the installation, start-up, and operation of your new water treatment system.
GENERAL WARNINGS Do not allow children or pets to play on or around the water filter. Do not install or store this filter system where it will be exposed to freezing temperatures. Do not tamper with controls. Do not repair, replace, or attempt to service any part of the system unless specifically instructed to in this manual and you have the understanding, tools, and skills necessary to carry out the procedure.
OPERATING CONDITIONS The following chart provides guidance on the conditions required for successful operation of your SoftPlus™ system. USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THESE OPERATING CONDITIONS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE OF YOUR SYSTEM, RESULT IN SYSTEM DAMAGE INCLUDING WATER LEAKS AND CORRESPONDING PROPERTY DAMAGE, AND MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
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achieved up to the recommended maximum service flow rate as long as this level of flow rate is not sustained continuously. See chart below SoftPlus™ 5810XTR2 Series Water Softener, Specifications Flow Rates & Backwash Requirements: Model 8-44 9-48 10-54 12-52 13-54 14-65 Capacity at Salt...
INSTALLATION WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE STARTING THE ACTUAL INSTALLATION. WHILE WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT A LICENSED PLUMBER PERFORM ALL INSTALLATION WORK, A MECHANICALLY-INCLINED HOMEOWNER WITH SUITABLE PLUMBING KNOWLEDGE CAN INSTALL THIS SYSTEM. IN ALL CASES, IT IS CRITICAL THAT THE INSTALLATION BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ALL APPLICABLE PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL CODES.
Step 2. – Selecting an Installation Location While exterior installation in warm climate areas is possible, we strongly recommend interior installation only. The system cannot be allowed to freeze or severe system damage could occur. The system should not be exposed to rain and it should not be installed in direct sunlight, as long-term exposure to UV light could damage components of the system.
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IF YOU HAVE OTHER WATER TREATMENT EQUIPMENT, YOU SHOULD DISCUSS THE ORDER OF YOUR TREATMENT EQUIPMENT WITH YOUR DEALER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. Select a location for installation of your water filter that is within close proximity to the main incoming water line of the home. The location should have a firm, level surface with enough space for the unit itself including the brine tank and sufficient space surrounding the unit to facilitate maintenance.
You will also need access to a standard, non-switched, grounded 120 volt (60 Hz) electrical outlet. An extension cord may be used to reach a suitable electrical outlet. If this option is used, ensure that the extension cord is UL/CSA certified and of an appropriate wire gauge for the application.
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For the following steps, we recommend that you wear a dust mask. Take the bag/box of gravel and, using a small scoop, add the gravel to the tank through the funnel to completely cover the lower distributor. Use all of the gravel. Be sure to provide some downward pressure on the riser tube while adding the gravel to ensure that the distributor does not shift out of its recess or rise up.
Attach the upper screen to the underside of the control valve. Be sure to twist clockwise and lock it into place. Apply a small amount of lubricant to the top inch of the outside of the riser tube and to the tank o-ring seal. Note: Only use food-grade silicone lubricant.
Step 5. – Prepare and Install Inlet and Outlet Plumbing Connections TEFLON® TAPE IS THE ONLY SEALANT TO BE USED ON THE 1” NPT CONNECTOR YOKES AND DRAIN FITTINGS. IF YOU WISH TO USE COPPER PIPING FOR YOUR INSTALLATION AND WILL BE SOLDERING THE JOINTS, DO NOT APPLY HEAT NEAR YOUR CONTROL VALVE, BYPASS ASSEMBLY, 1”...
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corresponding markings on the bypass to ensure the correct direction of water flow and attach the bypass valve to the control valve. The in and out arrows on the bypass should be pointing the same direction as the in and out arrows on the outside of the control valve. BE VERY CAREFUL TO MAKE SURE YOU PLUMB THE SYSTEM IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION.
Place the bypass in the “bypass” position as pictured above. Step 6. – Drain Line Installation NOTE: NEVER CONNECT THE DRAIN LINE DIRECTLY INTO A DRAIN. ALLOW AN AIR-GAP OF A MINIMUM OF 1 INCH (CHECK LOCAL CODES) BETWEEN THE DRAIN LINE AND WASTE LINE TO PREVENT THE POSSIBILITY OF BACK-SIPHONING.
the fitting first to make sure you line up the drain line properly with the drain port on the control valve if you are using rigid pipe. Re-insert the DLFC into the control valve and securely lock into place with the retaining clip when done.
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1. Make sure that the end of the brine tubing is cut square and that the tubing coating is smooth, unmarred, and undamaged. 2. Slide the GFN compression nut onto the end of the brine tubing with the open end facing the end of the tubing.
If you have an excessive length of brine line, you should trim it to a more appropriate length first. The brine tubing should be as short and straight as possible. Make sure that the end of the brine tubing is cut square and that the tubing coating is smooth, unmarred, and undamaged.
Step 9 – Control Valve Set-up During cold weather, the control valve should be warmed to room temperature before operating. Note: All electrical connections must be done according to local codes. Plug the control valve into a standard, grounded 120 volt (60 Hz) electrical outlet. Be certain that the outlet is uninterrupted and not controlled by a switch.
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Items displayed in blue or grey can be touched to edit or obtain more information. Items displayed in black are for information purposes only and cannot be selected. In the top left corner of the screen, you will find the current day of the week and time. In the top right corner, there is an indicator that will tell you when the next “regeneration”...
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accurate so that the backwash cycle will occur at the correct time of the day and so that the diagnostic and data gathering functions of the control valve will be accurate. If the day and time are flashing, it means that there has been a power failure and the day and time need to be checked.
system, make sure that they are not set to regenerate at the same time. We recommend that they backwash / regenerate at least 2 hours apart. Follow the instructions under “Changing Basic Settings” to change the frequency or backwash time if desired. If you want to change the duration of the backwash or final rinse cycles, these settings must be edited in the “Master Settings Mode”...
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Press the REGENERATION ICON. You will be given a choice to regenerate “now” or “at regen time” - select “now.” You will hear the valve motor change the position of the valve piston, “backwash” will be indicated on the regeneration wheel on the touch screen display, and the backwash time will begin counting down in the top right corner of the display.
Open a nearby cold water tap (after the SoftPlus™ system) and let the water run for 5 to 10 minutes until the water is running clear. Repeat for other faucets in the building starting at the highest elevation and working down to the lowest point until all air is purged. The initial flow of water may be slightly discolored.
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Step 3: Rapid Rinse: factory pre-set for 6 minutes Step 4: Brine Fill: factory pre-set for 14 to 23 minutes depending on the size of your system and salt efficiency setting Each time the softener regenerates, salt water (brine) is needed to recondition the resin in the water tank.
hear the valve motor while it is repositioning the valve at the beginning of each cycle. Once the motor has stopped moving (no more noise), press the REGENERATION ICON again to advance to the rinse stage of the regeneration cycle. The control valve will continue to keep time and the passage of days for a minimum of 48 hours in the event of power failure.
If you have more than 0.3 ppm (mg/l) of iron, and/or more than 0.05 ppm (mg/l) of manganese in your water, we recommend that you use salt with a cleaning additive. Most pellet shaped salts have such an additive. Alternatively, you can add a 4 oz pouch of Pro Products Rust Out (#RO24S) to your brine tank each time you add a bag of salt.
To change the time of day, touch the day and time display in the top left corner of the home screen and the following screen will appear: Touch the grey box associated with the year. 2 blue arrows will appear. Touch the blue arrow on the left to decrease the year.
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Day Override This is the setting that determines the minimum frequency of backwash (measured in days). For softeners used on city water supplies, this parameter is normally set at 14 days. For softeners operated on a private well or surface water supply, this setting is usually set at 7 days.
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If your hardness level is expressed in ppm or mg/l, first divide by 17.1 to convert to hardness expressed in grains per gallon (GPG). Then, calculate your Iron Adjustment Factor as follows: (iron level in ppm or mg/l + manganese level in ppm or mg/l) x 4 Your recommended feed water hardness setting is equal to: Hardness in GPG + Iron Adjustment Factor To adjust the hardness setting, touch “hardness”...
DIAGNOSTIC DATA The Diagnostics Mode allows you to view a wide range of information about the performance of your system and your water usage. You can enter the Diagnostics Mode by selecting the DIAGNOSTICS ICON in the main menu on the home screen. Once in the Diagnostic Mode, you can navigate to the next screen by pressing the right arrow on the top right corner of the screen or go back to the previous screen by pressing the left arrow on the top left of the screen.
The final Diagnostic Mode screen provides details as to how much water has been processed since the last flush cycle and when the programming settings were last changed. To exit the Diagnostics Mode, press the home icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. MASTER SETTINGS MODE THE MASTER PROGRAMMING MODE IS DESIGNED FOR PROFESSIONAL USE ONLY.
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per cubic foot hardness See Basic Settings Mode sensor sensitivity day override / time driven 7 or 14* regen. time 12:30 am reserve fixed % (15%) * the BLFC size is dependent upon your system size: Model 8-44 9-48 10-54 12-52 13-54 14-65...
treatment rapid rinse backwash draw tank refill pause Aux. 2 Cycle Based treatment rapid rinse backwash draw tank refill pause METER Parameter Setting meter type 1.25” turbine generic plumbing leak detect OPERATION DURING A POWER FAILURE The 5810XTR2 valve/controller includes integral power backup. In the event of power failure, the control shifts into a power-saving mode.
THE DRAIN LINE PLUMBING CONFIGURATION SHOULD INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED SAFETY COMPONENTS TO PREVENT OVERFLOWS RESULTING FROM A POWER FAILURE DURING REGENERATION. The control will not start a new regeneration cycle without power. If the valve misses a scheduled regeneration due to a power failure, it will queue a backwash. Once power is restored, the control will initiate a regeneration cycle the next time that the Time of Day equals the programmed regeneration time.
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2. Loss of water pressure. A. Contaminant build-up in feed A. Clean line to water filter. line. B. Perform manual backwash. B. Contaminant build-up in unit Increase frequency of C. Inlet of control plugged due regeneration and/or backwash to foreign material broken loose time.
settings should be reviewed with your dealer E. Resin fouling may be reducing capacity of your resin. Discuss with your dealer. 8. Excessive salt consumption. A. Incorrect setting. A. Confirm settings with your B. Excess water in brine tank dealer. B.
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HomePlus Products Inc. will assist you in obtaining warranty coverage from Pentair LLC. To report a warranty problem with your system or request warranty assistance, please call HomePlus Products Inc. Toll free: 1-866-376-2690 Subject to the limitations noted below, all other components of the SoftPlus™ system are warranted by HomePlus Products Inc.
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This warranty does not apply to the following situations: misuse; normal wear and tear; neglect; unauthorized repair or damage caused through installation, adaptation, or modification; use in an improper manner or manner inconsistent with the manufacturer's installation, operating, and maintenance instructions; misapplication; wear or deterioration due to environmental conditions;...
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MANUFACTURED BY: HomePlus Products Inc. 5-1490 Pearson Place Kamloops, BC V1S 1J9 Canada Phone: 250-374-2690 Fax: 250-374-2692 www.homeplusproducts.com...
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