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WATER SOFTENER WITH MICROPROCESSOR INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Model : AST1257TMP-960 Serial No : ……………………….. Manufacturer and Supplier of FILTRATION & WATER TREATMENT PRODUCTS for commercial, industrial and residential application Telephone: (07) 3219 2233 Facsimile: (07) 3219 2266 Email: sales@ibcwater.com.au Website: www.ibcwater.com.au...
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A pressure reduction valve should be installed in areas of high water pressure (above 690kPa) A water hammer arrestor should be installed if water hammer prevails. Caution: Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality. FAILURE TO OBSERVE WARNINGS WILL VOID WARRANTY Page 2 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS STRAINER IS ASSEMBLED TO THE VALVE DURING INSTALLATION. THE LENGTH OF THE INTERNAL RISER PIPE IS FACTORY ADJUSTED FOR THE TANK SIZE PROVIDED. DO NOT SHORTEN THIS PIPE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES Page 3 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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MODEL AST1257TMP-960 SOFTENER THE MICROPROCESSOR CONTROL WILL REQUIRE BASIC DATA PROGRAMMING TO SUIT THE WATER HARDNESS AND DESIRED UNIT CAPACITY IMPORTANT: IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU READ THE GENERAL CONDITIONER INFORMATION AND CONTROL SETTINGS OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SET THE FUNCTIONS OF THIS UNIT. THE DEALER OR AGENT CAN SUPPLY THE RECOMMENDED HARDNESS CAPACITY.
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To prevent the brine tank over flowing it will be necessary to maintain the salt level in the tank to that of the initial fill and replenish the salt after two regenerations with one bag of salt. Table 3 MODEL RESIN LITRES BRINE TANK - SALT LOADING KG AST1257MP-960 Page 5 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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IF THE CURRENT DAY IS ‘AM’ • To set the “TIME OF DAY” Wait till the green light moves to the “TIME OF DAY” position þ Immediately press “SET” button. Page 6 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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If there is a DOT under "PM" then press either of the UP/DOWN button once to remove the DOT and then press again to bring up the No. 1. DO NOT FORGET TO PRESS "SET" TO LOCK IN THE TIME. Page 7 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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Do not worry all you need to do is to press the “SET” button when the green light is against the setting and start over inputting the figures in a bit faster. Make sure at the end of programming that the “set” button is pushed. Page 8 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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METRES” before regenerating. However, when using the ñò buttons to check this setting the microprocessor will display the “EXCHANGE HARNESS CAPACITY OF THE SOFTENER” and this can be modified if required, see the manual for full details. Page 9 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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The green light will now be against “REGEN TIME REMAINING” which is the time that the softener is in the regeneration mode and will decrease till the softener completes the regeration. During this time the controls green light will alternate between “TIME OF DAY” and “REGEN TIME REMAINING”. Page 10 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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• Open the outlet mains valve and close off the bypass valve and check the treated water at a tap for “HARDNESS” using the Yes/No tablets provided. Note: run the water for a few minutes to displace the initial untreated water remaining in the pipeline. Page 11 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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Series 255 Valve / 960 Control Water Conditioning Control System Installation, Operating and Maintenance Manual Page 12 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
Glossary of Terms …………………………………………………….…. 30 Safety Caution Warning The plug-in transformer for this Never attempt o work on this control while equipment is rated for indoor use standing in or near water without only. disconnecting electrical power to the control. Page 13 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
Flow indicator. The colon between the hours and panel are: the minutes in the Time of Day display flashes to • Regeneration Cycle indicator indicate the flow of service water through the • Green Indicator Lights • Four-Digit Display Page 14 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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Figure 1 - Control Brine Tube Fitting Air Check Connection 1/4" NPT Inlet Connection 1" NPT or BSPT Drain Connection 1/2" NPT or BSPT Outlet Connection 1" NPT or BSPT Tank Tread 2-1/2" - 8 male NPSM Page 15 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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7 inch (17cm) loop at the drain end of the line so that the bottom of the loop is level with the drain line connection. This provides an adequate siphon trap. If the drain empties into an overhead sewer line, a sink-type trap must be used. Page 16 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
Time of Day Clock is at the same the second regeneration begins immediately. The time as the Time of Regeneration setting, the control display will alternate between the TIME OF DAY and starts the regeneration. REGEN TIME REMAINING. Page 17 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
Note: The control may be programmed for an immed- To skip the number without changing, press the iate regeneration option. In this case, the control does left arrow ï button. not wait for the Time of Regeneration but regenerates Page 18 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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TIME OF DAY and CAPACITY. Note: If a beep sounds, the new setting is not accepted. Reminder: Whenever the HARDNESS or CAPACITY • Setting is changed, you should regenerate the conditioner by pressing the REGEN button. Page 19 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
Some municipalities require that the require that the Salt Setting be disabled which also Salt Setting not be adjustable. Contact your dealer for disables the Capacity Setting. Contact your dealer for additional information. additional information. Page 20 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
AM. You can change this time. Refer to the Time of Regeneration section in this manual for additional 3. Remove the rear cover by pushing back the tab information. provided on the cover, Next, lift the rear cover off the valve, Figure 2. Page 21 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
7. Using a needle-nose pliers, pull the injector straight out. 8. Flush water into the injector screen recess of the valve body to flush debris out through the injector recess. Figure 7 - Air Check Page 22 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
1. Add the Calcium Hypochlorite to the brine well of the brine tank. Make sure that he brine tank has Page 23 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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The water level in the brine tank will recede very slowly. Observe the water level for at least three minutes. If the water level does not recede, if it goes Figure 6 - Overflow Line Connection Page 24 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
When the water is being drawn fro the brine tank, rotate the camshaft COUNTERCLOCKWISE until the indicator points to REGEN COMPLETE. Run water from a nearby faucet until the water is clear and soft. Replacement Parts Valve Body and Tank Adaptor Module Page 25 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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1032972 "C" Injector - Red 1040459 O-ring Group: Piping Boss Injector Cap With O-rings 1041010 Optional Riser Insert 13/16 1000217 "A" Cap 1000218 "B" Cap 1000250 Valve Discs Replacement 1000219 "C" Cap (*Not Shown) Not Shown Page 26 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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Meter Adapter Bypass Valve and Piping Boss Bypass Valve 960 Control Page 27 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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1001611 3/4 in BSPT Brass Pipe Adaptor Kit 1000811 120V North American Plug 1001610 1 in NPT Brass Pipe Adaptor Kit 1000812 220V Australian Plug 1001612 1 in BSPT Brass Pipe Adaptor Kit 1000813 220V British Plug 1000814 220V European Plug Page 28 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
"regeneration Err4 Improper control settings. complete position. Hardness: Adjust range: 3 to 250. Capacity: Adjust range: 0.1 to One or more settings out 140.0 of the allowable range. Others: Contact dealer. Page 29 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
Manual Valve Operation section in this manual. Replace or repair air check if needed. Air check prematurely closed. Page 30 AST1257TMP-960 Check brine line connections. 20/11/2006 7. Intermittent or irregular a. Low water pressure. a. Increase water pressure.
Model 960 Control regenerates the system after a preset number of days. Your dealer can set Resin Bed this feature at 1 to 30 days. Fast Rinse (Purge) The supply of synthetic organic exchange material used in water conditioners. Page 31 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...
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The final colour is usually blue but with some water a greyish coloured end point is obtained. Using 100ml sample - Hardness ppm = (number tablets x 2) – 1 Contact IBC Water if further details are required. Page 33 AST1257TMP-960 20/11/2006...