Unpacking & Inspection ............2 How It Works ..............3 3. Specifications ..............4 3.1 SimplySoft Softener Specifications ..........4 3.2 System Dimensions ................. 5 3.3 EasyWater Control Valve – Electrical Specifications ......5 Installation ................ 6 4.1 Pre-Installation ................6 4.2 Before You Begin Installation ............7 4.3 Installing Control Valve on Tank ............8 4.4...
Also note any damage to the shipping carton. Contact the transportation company for all damages and loss claims. EasyWater is not responsible for damages in transit. 1 x SimplySoft Control Valve with Built-In Flow Meter...
2. How It Works Congratulations on the purchase of your new EasyWater SimplySoft. As with every EasyWater product, we are confident that you will be completely satisfied with your purchase. EasyWater is dedicated to providing the healthiest and most eco-friendly products to our customers.
4. Installation 4.1 Pre-Installation 1) Install according to applicable codes in your area. For installation questions or assistance call your EasyWater consultant or Authorized Dealer. 2) Remove all contents from packaging. Identify all components included. Components Included: Tank/ Media, Brine Tank/Well, Main Control Valve, 3/8”...
4.2 Before You Begin Installation 1) After positioning tank in desired location, remove the shipping cap that is threaded into the tank’s top opening and dispose of the cap. CAUTION: Gently remove the shipping cap to avoid lifting the riser tube. Note: If the down-tube has risen during shipping and is protruding 1”...
4.3 Installing Control Valve on Tank DO NOT exceed 25 ft lbs of torque when installing this product. Exceeding this limit may damage the threads and cause failure. DO NOT use the drain connector to tighten the valve on the tank. This can break the drain connection or crack the valve.
3) Assemble and connect the Elbow Assemblies to both the inlet and outlet of the Red-Handled Bypass. The Elbow Assemblies terminate as 1” Male NPT connections. Elbow Assemblies 4) Cut the cold water supply line after the shut-off valve in a convenient location as close to the SimplySoft as possible and connect the upstream side to the SimplySoft’s inlet elbow (1”...
Minimum Drain Line Size: Please consult your EasyWater Consultant or Authorized Dealer if the drain line size is in question. Drain Nut (Fig 1) & Polytube Insert (Fig 2) are only used if plumbing drain line with non-collapsible 5/8” polytube. These items are not used when hard plumbing in PVC, PEX or Copper.
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2) The brine tank is equipped with an overflow drain. This is to be installed as a seperate drain. DO NOT TIE THE CONTROL VALVE DRAIN AND OVERFLOW TOGETHER. Main Control Valve Brine Draw By-pass Drain Valve Over ow Brine Tank Drain Elbow Resin Tank 050-062-003 Rev 1...
5. System Startup 1) Turn the Inlet side on the Red-Handled Bypass to the Diagnostic Mode (leave the outlet closed for now) (See ‘Diagnostic Mode’ pg 15, Fig 3). Slowly open the home's main shutoff valve (only partially at this time) and allow the softener to fill.
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The Brine Tank can hold up to 200lbs of salt or 5 x 40lb bags. b. When adding salt be careful not to fill above the Brine Well Cap. c. If using potassium chloride please contact your EasyWater Representative for assistance in adjusting the Main Control Valve programming (The salt settings will need to be doubled that of NaCL+).
6. Bypass Configuration 1) Normal Operation Position: The inlet and outlet handles point in the direction of flow indicated by the engraved arrows on the Control Valve. Water flows through the Control Valve during normal operation and this position also allows the Control Valve to isolate the media bed during the regeneration cycle.
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IMPORTANT: In the event of a system leak, place system into bypass. (See ‘Bypass Operation’ pg 14 Fig 2) 050-062-003 Rev 1...
Give as much room as possible between the systems to allow for each treatment phase to take effect before entering the next phase. Contact your EasyWater Consultant or Authorized Dealer for more information on these types of installations. 050-062-003 Rev 1...
8. System Programming 8.1 Programming Regeneration Time & Frequency 1) To access the Regeneration settings below, press and hold the ‘NEXT’ and ‘UP’ buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. 2) Use the ‘UP’ and ‘DOWN’ buttons to change the settings as needed. 3) Press and release the ‘NEXT’...
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NL Valves ONLY SimplySoft or Nexus SimplySoft or Nexus SimplySoft or Nexus 32,000 Grain 48,000 Grain 80,000 Grain 1.2 GPM 2.1 GPM 4.2 GPM BackWash Program BackWash Program BackWash Program “NEXT” & simultaneously “NEXT” & simultaneously “NEXT” & simultaneously Set Softening Set Softening Set Softening hit “NEXT”...
9. Maintenance IMPORTANT: Always disconnect the power before servicing equipment. 9.1 Recommended Maintenance Clean Injector Every 12 Months Clean Screen Every 12 Months 9.2 Cleaning the Injector & Internal Screen Fig 1 A. Injector Cap B. O-ring C. Injector D. Plug (Leave in place) E.
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• Each of the stages of regeneration begin with a new countdown on the clock. You must wait until each new countdown clock begins within each stage of the regeneration, before advancing the Control Valve to the next stage. If the REGEN button is pressed prior to the new countdown timer beginning, the valve will not advance to the next stage.
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• The Injector is not glued or threaded into the Control Valve Body, it is seated with an o-ring and pulls directly up and out, with the right amount of pressure. • NOTE: There is also a Plug (See Pg 19, Fig 1-D) located underneath the Injector Cap that must remain seated inside of the Control Valve Body in the port titled ‘UP’.
[Part: 080-043-001] Page 24 WS1 & WS1.25 Drawings and Service Manual Although no tools are required to service the EasyWater SimplySoft Control WS1 Service Spanner Wrench Valve, the tool shown below may be purchased to aid in assembly, (Order No. V3193-02) disassembly and service.
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Drawing No. Part No. Description Quantity A-1108 Drive Cap Assembly RPL-005-002 Back Plate A-1110 Piston A-1111 Regenerant Piston A-1125 O-ring 228 080-092-001 O-ring 337 050-062-003 Rev 1...
9.5 Stack Assembly/Piston Service Coin Cell Lithium Battery (3 volt type 2032) Drive bracket modular design allows easy access to components Coin Cell Lithium Battery back-up with 8-hour power carry over Motor Power Meter 1) Removing the Drive Bracket Finger Finger a.
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b. Flathead Screwdriver Instructions Only: Have a towel handy for this step. Water may leak out momentarily. The Drive Cap Assembly is threaded into the control Valve Body and Fig 1 seals with an O-ring. To remove the Drive Cap Assembly use the Valve Wrench (Purchased Separately) or Flathead insert a ¼”...
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4) Regenerant Piston Removal a. Regenerant Piston is easily removed from the snap lock horseshoe connection. 5) Main piston a. Main piston is attached to piston rod with a snap-off connection. b. Rotate white gear to expose piston. c. Put a slight pressure on the middle of the piston to be able to roll off the piston.
Authorized Dealer. If you are unable to contact your EasyWater Consultant or Authorized Dealer, contact EasyWater, Inc. at (888) 766-7258 or via email at contact@easywater.com. We will repair or replace the part at no cost if our repair department determines it to be defective under the terms of the warranty.
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