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WATER SOFTENER WITH 12 DAY SERIES TIMER CONTROL INSTALLATION & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Model : AS1029-940 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...
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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. AS01029-940 Page...
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CALCULATION 1000 x C D x H Select nearest lower whole number If necessary consult your dealer or IBC Water Treatment for advice on setting up the softener. EXAMPLE Household use for 2 people on 220 mg/l hard water using Model AS1029 at 2030 grams capacity.
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Maximum Drain W x D x H Outlet Flow gram/kg gram/kg Litres Per Kg metres 0.70 AS1029-940 1015/1.85 2030/7 0.50 CABINET/BRINE CHAMBER: POLY MOULDED Operating Pressure: 140 - 690 kPa Temperature: x 50 Electrical: 240V 50Hz 3 watts maximum WARNING 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.
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Refer to Instruction Booklet for start up procedure (page 6 “Placing conditioner into Service”). STEP 4 Load recommended quantity of water softener salt into brine tank and replace lid (refer to Table 3 “Brine Tank Salt Loading”). Table 3 MODEL RESIN LITRES BRINE TANK - SALT LOADING KG AS1029-940 AS01029-940 Page...
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ASSEMBLE TOP STRAINER TO VALVE BODY PUSH AND TWIST INTERNAL RISER PIPE NOTE: ON A NUMBER OF SOFTENER MODELS AND FILTERS IT IS NECESSARY TO PACKAGE THE VALVE WITH THE TOP STRAINER SUPPLIED LOOSE. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS STRAINER IS ASSEMBLED TO THE VALVE DURING INSTALLATION.
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940I Low Voltage Timer Control The softener Control fitted is powered by a 240 to 12 Volt Transformer. The Transformer plugs into a 10amp 240volt GPO and the transformer lead plugs into a socket located on the back of the timer at the left-hand side. The Transformer is only suitable for indoor mounting. Indicator Knob Salt Dial Clock Dial...
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Series 255 Valve / 940 Control Water Conditioning Control System Installation, Operating and Maintenance Manual AS01029-940 Page...
Table of Contents Page Introduction ……………………………………………………………… 10 Superior Design Superior Operation Installation ……………………………………………………………….. 10 Location Selection Water Line Connection Drain Line Connection Brine Line Connection Brine Tank Overflow Line Connection Electrical Connection Placing Conditioner into Operation …………………………………. 13 Adjustment of Timer ……………………………………………………. 14 Special Features of Timer Adjustment of Brine Control …………………………………………..
Introduction • Direct acting system functions independently of water pressure. No pistons or diaphragms that Thank you for purchasing a water conditioner system require a minimum water pressure to operate. featuring the Series 255 with a model 940 Control. • The Model 940 Control provides dependable time Five-cycle operation provides for down flow clock based operation.
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Figure 1 - Control Bypass Valve (optional) Brine Tube Fitting Connection 1/4" Air Check Inlet Connection 3/4" or 1" NPT or BSPT Drain Connection 3/8" or 1/2" NPT or BSPT Outlet Connection 3/4" or 1" NPT or Tank Tread 2-1/2" - 8 male NPSM Figure 2 - Tank Adaptor AS01029-940 Page...
Water Line Connection Figure 5 - Air Gap Installation Caution A bypass valve system must be installed to provide for occasions when the water conditioner must is by- Never connect the drain line into a drain, passed for hard water or for servicing. The most sewer line or trap.
2. Insert the overflow fitting (not supplied) into the tank and tighten with the plastic thumbnut and If the water supply valve is opened too rapidly gasket as illustrated in Figure 6. or too far, resin may be lost. In the BACKWASH position, you should hear air escaping slowly 3.
Finally, rotate the indicator knob counter- Special Features of Timer clockwise until the indicator points to REGENERATION COMPLETE. Run water from Guest Cycle. When abnormally high water usage a nearby cold-water faucet until the water is clear exhausts the water conditioner's capacity ahead of and soft.
The result is the time setting in minutes for brine refill. Be sure to round off times to the nearest minute Reference Table 1 for common settings. MODEL AS1029-940 WATER SOFTENER SALT USAGE SALT DIAL SETTING HARDNESS REMOVAL...
6. To replace the timer, reverse the above Procedure. Note: The camshaft and the timer indicator knob need to be positioned correctly before the Figure 11 camshaft can be installed. Rotate the camshaft such that the locating rib is pointing straight up. The timer indicator knob must be in the REFILL position when installing the camshaft.
require more frequent injector and screen servicing. Refer to Figure 17 and complete the following steps to clean the injector screen and injector: 1. Unplug the power cord. 2. Shut off the water supply or put the bypass- valve(s) into the bypass position and remove the rear cover, Figure 10.
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11. Reconnect electric power, and reset the time of day. 10. Slowly open the water supply valve or return the bypass valve(s) to the not in bypass" position. Hydrostatic Test Pressure ……………………………………………………………………………. 300 psi (2069kPa) Working Pressure ………………………………………….. 20 to 127 psi (138 to 876 kPa), 100 psi max in Canada Voltage ………………………………..
Distributor Tube Length …………………………………………... 1 1/4 in (31.8mm) higher than top of mineral tank Standard Manifold Connection ……………………… 3/4 in NPT inlet-outlet, 1/2 in NPT drain in NORYL manifold, 3/8 in NPT drain in brass manifold Optional Manifold Connections …………… 1 in NPT inlet-outlet, 1/2 in NPT drain; 3/4 in BSPT inlet-outlet, 3/8 BSPT drain;...
Troubleshooting The technology upon which the Series 255/940 IMPORTANT: Service procedures that require the control is based, is well established and proven in water pressure to be removed from the system are service over many years. However, should a problem marked with a ! after the possible cause.
6. Intermittent or irregular a. Low water pressure. a. Water pressure must be 20 psi brine draw . Minimum. b. Defective Injector. ! b. Replace both injector and injector cap. 7. No conditioned water a. Unit did not regenerate a. Check for power. After regeneration.