Watermark Puretec Commercial SOL-2CI Series User Manual

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User Guide
SOL-2CI Commercial Series
WMTS103:2016
Licence No. WM 74593
Automatic Volume Based Water Softening Appliance
Australian Certification
Services
For correct operation & installation, it is essential to observe these instructions.
JAN2022

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  • Page 1 User Guide SOL-2CI Commercial Series WMTS103:2016 Licence No. WM 74593 Automatic Volume Based Water Softening Appliance Australian Certification Services For correct operation & installation, it is essential to observe these instructions. JAN2022...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    What's Inside What's Inside Puretec Customer Service ..........................3 Installation Record ............................4 Before Installation ..............................5 Dimensions ................................7 Model Information ..............................8 Exploded Diagram ............................12 Parts Identification ............................13 Installation Procedure ...........................13 Valve & DP Programming ...........................18 Setup Programming ............................21 Start-Up ................................28 Regeneration ..............................29 Replenishment of Salt Supply ........................29 Type of Salt to Use ............................29 Brine Tank Clean-Out (Yearly) ........................29...
  • Page 3: Puretec Customer Service

    Puretec Customer Service Puretec Customer Service Thank you for purchasing a Puretec Softrol Water Softening System. Your system is a proven performer manufactured from only quality materials and components. It will give years of reliability and trouble free operation if maintained properly. This user guide is designed for Puretec SOL-2CI Water Treatment Systems.
  • Page 4: Installation Record

    Installation Record Installation Record For future reference, fill in the following data: Product Information Model Number: Serial / Batch Number: Purchased from: Date of Installation: Installer / Plumber Details: Regen Frequency: ________ Days Water Analysis Information Hardness: ___________ ppm / mg/L Iron: ___________ ppm / mg/L Manganese:...
  • Page 5: Before Installation

    Before Installation Before Installation Professional Installation Required • Installation typically requires shutting the water supply, cutting the water supply pipe and using a welding torch to add piping and fittings. Specialised tools and skills are required; this must be completed by a qualified tradesperson. Make Sure Your Water Has Been Thoroughly Tested •...
  • Page 6 Before Installation Things to Remember While Planning Your Installation: • All installation procedures MUST conform to local plumbing codes. • If lawn sprinklers, a swimming pool, or geothermal heating/cooling or water for other devices/activities are to be treated by the softener system, a larger model MUST be selected to accommodate the higher flow rate, treated water volume, plus the backwashing requirements of the softener system.
  • Page 7: Dimensions

    Dimensions Dimensions SOL110-2CI SOL160-2CI SOL270-2CI SOL380-2CI Width (mm) (W): 406 mm 533 mm 610 mm 762 mm Height (mm) (H): 1980 mm 2040 mm 2230 mm 2170 mm 660 mm Copyright © Puretec Pty Ltd 2022 SOL-2CI Commercial Series User Guide...
  • Page 8: Model Information

    Model Information SOL110-2CI Model Information Specifications Operating Pressure Min/Max: 138 -862 kPa Operating Temperature Min/Max: 0 - 40 °C (protect from freezing) Electrical Connection: 240V / 50 Hz Inlet/outlet Connection: 2" BSP Drain: 1" Brine: 1" BSP System Inclusions - Kits & Components Kit Type Part no.
  • Page 9 Model Information SOL160-2CI Model Information Specifications Operating Pressure Min/Max: 138 -862 kPa Operating Temperature Min/Max: 0 - 40 °C (protect from freezing) Electrical Connection: 240V / 50 Hz Inlet/outlet Connection: 2" BSP Drain: 1" Brine: 1" BSP System Inclusions - Kits & Components Kit Type Part no.
  • Page 10 Model Information SOL270-2CI Model Information Specifications Operating Pressure Min/Max: 138 -862 kPa Operating Temperature Min/Max: 0 - 40 °C (protect from freezing) Electrical Connection: 240V / 50 Hz Inlet/outlet Connection: 2" BSP Drain: 1" Brine: 1" BSP System Inclusions - Kits & Components Kit Type Part no.
  • Page 11 Model Information SOL380-2CI Model Information Specifications Operating Pressure Min/Max: 138 -862 kPa Operating Temperature Min/Max: 0 - 40 °C (protect from freezing) Electrical Connection: 240V / 50 Hz Inlet/outlet Connection: 2" BSP Drain: 1" Brine: 1" BSP System Inclusions - Kits & Components Kit Type Part no.
  • Page 12: Exploded Diagram

    Exploded Diagram Exploded Diagram Valve Cover Drain Line Flow Transformer Connector Injector Spanner Brine Connector (pre-installed on valve) Valve Herbie Clip UV Shield Flow Meter (pre-installed Top Screen Brine Hose onto valve) Riser Pipe & Top Mount Herbie Brine Connector (pre-installed) Clip (pre-installed...
  • Page 13: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification Diagram Identification Outlet Pressure Gauge Port ” Brine 1 ¼" (capped off) Inlet 2" Outlet 2" Inlet Pressure Gauge Port ¼" (capped off) Drain1" Valve connection is 1.5" BSP & outlet from the DLFC is 1" Control Panel Installation Procedure Unpack the Equipment Ensure all parts are present and have not been damaged in transport.
  • Page 14 Installation Procedure Extra Items Required 1" Tubing for drain (refer to page 17) Bag of Salt (refer to page 16 for the type of salt to be used) 1" Polypipe for overflow (refer to page 17) Testing & Analysis Ensure water has been tested, Input values into Table on page 4 and the analysis has been inspected by Puretec.
  • Page 15 Installation Procedure Position the Softener System on a Level Surface Environmental conditions Operating temperature: 0 - 40 °C (protect from freezing) Water conditions Temperature: 0 - 50 °C Pressure: 138 -862* kPa *Where line pressure exceeds 500 kPa, an approved pressure limiting device must be installed to comply with Australian &...
  • Page 16 Installation Procedure Connecting the Softrol System Connect the Softrol system to main plumbing. Do not solder brass adapters while they are inserted in the control module. FOLLOW LOCAL PLUMBING CODES Connecting the Drain Line Locate the drain line flow controller (see page 12 for identification and attach to the tubing (tubing not supplied) from the valve to the drain.
  • Page 17 Installation Procedure Connecting Brine Draw Line Connector Locate the Brine Draw Line Connector. Push one end of the brine hose onto the connector in the brine tank and the other end onto the connnector on the valve. Secure the hose with the supplied herbie clips. Note: The hose fits very firmly on the connectors, we suggest warming up the hose before pushing onto the connectors.
  • Page 18: Valve & Dp Programming

    Valve & DP Programming Valve Configuration and Optional DP Switch Programming CRITICAL STEP, THIS MUST BE DONE PRIOR TO SETUP PROGRAMMING. Pres NEXT and ▼ simultaneously for 5 seconds and release. Then press NEXT and ▼ simultaneously for 5 seconds and release. Note: Press REGEN at anytime in the programming sequence to return to the previous step.
  • Page 19 Valve & DP Programming Allows selection of one of the following : • An outside signal to initiate a regeneration; or • An outside signal to prevent or delay regeneration. Selection only matters if a connection is made to the two pin connector labelled DP SWITCH located on the printed circut board.
  • Page 20 Valve & DP Programming Preset to default. Press NEXT to go to step 9. Using ▲ or ▼ buttons, select 3. Press NEXT to go to step 10. Using Press NEXT to go to step ▲ or ▼ buttons, select 4. 11.
  • Page 21: Setup Programming

    Setup Programming Programming Setup Programming (MUST be performed prior to start up) Press "NEXT" and ▼ simultaneously for 5 seconds and release. Note: Press "REGEN" at any time to return to the previous step. Choose "SOFTENING" using ▲ or ▼. Press "NEXT"...
  • Page 22 Setup Programming Select the "FILL" for the Forth Cycle using ▲ or ▼. See Fill Chart below. Fill Chart Model No. Min. SOL110-2CI SOL160-2CI SOL270-2CI 14.5 SOL380-2CI 20.5 Press NEXT to go to the next step. Set System Capacity using ▲ or ▼. See Volume Capacity Chart below.
  • Page 23 Setup Programming Set Regeneration Time Options using ▲ or ▼. • NORMAL: Regeneration will occur at the preset time • On 0: Regeneration will occur immediately when the volume capacity reaches 0 (zero); or • NORMAL + on 0: Regeneration will occur when: - The preset time when the volume capacity falls below the reserve or the specified number of days between regenerations is reached, whichever comes...
  • Page 24 Setup Programming Set Relay 1 Deactivate Time using ▲ or ▼. • If "on" is selected in step 10, the relay will deactivate after the time set has expired. Ranges from 1 second to 200 minutes. • If "L on" or "L softening regen on" is selected in step 10, the relay will deactivate after the time set has expired or after the meter stops registering flow, whichever comes first.
  • Page 25 Setup Programming Set Relay 2 Deactivate Time using ▲ or ▼. • If "on" is selected in step 14 the relay will deactivate after the time set has expired. Ranges from 1 second to 200 minutes. To activate the relay during regeneration, program the deactivate time to 72:00.
  • Page 26 Setup Programming Press "NEXT" to go to the next step. Next Regeneration Time (hour) Preset to default to 2:00am : Set the hour of the day for regeneration using ▲ or ▼ buttons. The default time is 2:00. This display will show "REGEN on 0 m3"...
  • Page 27 Setup Programming When the system begins to regenerate, the display will change to include information about the step of the regeneration process and the time remaining for that step to be completed. The system runs through the steps automatically and will reset itself to provide treated water when the regeneration has been completed.
  • Page 28: Start-Up

    Start-Up Set Time of Day Time of day should only need to be set on installation or when daylight saving time begins or ends. If the time flashes on & off after a power loss the time of day should be reset & the CR2032 button battery replaced.
  • Page 29: Regeneration

    Regeneration Regeneration 2CI Valve (Regeneration Time: 90 mins) - Default This valve is designed to regenerate when the capacity is reached or the day override has been actuated due to insufficient water volume. The calculated capacity is subject to the size of the unit and inlet water hardness.
  • Page 30 Replace the Backup Battery Replace the Backup Battery The backup battery (CR2032 coin) keeps the time in case of a power outage. The battery should be replaced annually or after extended periods without power. Replacement batteries can also be ordered using code: BA-CR2032 through your local Puretec dealer. 1.
  • Page 31 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ‘Dry’ Reset Procedure Remove the faceplate, opening the tabs on either side of the valve. This will expose the Power Circuit board with a number of wires connected. On the bottom right hand corner is a 4 pin adaptor labelled ‘12VAC PWR’, disconnect the adaptor and reconnect after 5 seconds.
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting Problem Ref. Possible Cause Solution Reset time of day. The CR2032 Power outage. battery may need to be replaced. Time of day not set correctly. Reset to correct time of day. Time of regeneration set incorrectly. Reset regeneration time. 6.
  • Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Problem Ref. Possible Cause Solution Bypass valve is open or faulty. Fully close bypass valve or replace. Check program settings or Media is exhausted due to high diagnostics for abnormal water water usage. usage. Remove meter and check for rotation Meter not registering.
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting Problem Ref. Possible Cause Solution Upon power being restored control Power outage during regeneration. will finish the remaining regeneration time. Reset time of day. 13. Water running to drain. Damaged seal/stack assembly. Replace seal/stack assembly. Piston assembly failure. Replace piston assembly. Drive cap assembly not tight.
  • Page 35: Warranty

    Warranty Warranty Any claim under this warranty must be made within 1 year of the date of purchase of the product. This product is warranted to be free of defect of material and workmanship for 1 year from date of purchase. 1 year warranty is 1 year parts and labour. Excludes consumables. Puretec is renowned for its quality and after-sales support so if you have any issues please call 1300 140 140 (AU) or 0800 130 140 (NZ).

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