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- Page 1 Softener Owners Manual Models PS 0840 Timer PS 0840x Timer PS 1040 Timer PS 1040x Timer PS 1054 Timer PS 1054x Timer PS 1353x Timer PS 0840 Metered PS 0840x Metered PS 1040 Metered PS 1040x Metered PS 1054 Metered PS 1054x Metered PS 1353x Metered...
- Page 2 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Rev. 02/2011 Page 2 Product No. 13389C...
- Page 3 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Table of Contents Product Line Overview ················································································ Page 4 System Operation ························································································ Page 6 Residential Checklist ··················································································· Page 7 Installation ··································································································· Page 8 Start-up······································································································ Page 10 Timer Setting Procedures ·········································································· Page 14 Trouble Shooting ······················································································· Page 17 Notes ·········································································································...
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Page 4: Product Line Overview
PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Product Line Overview The PowerLine Softener system is designed for applications with levels of hardness <100 gpg and levels of iron <10 ppm. For applications with greater levels of hardness or iron, a duplex unit is recommended. The PowerLine Softener is available in four (4) tank sizes, two (2) valve choices;... -
Page 5: Operational Specifications
PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual selected to start regeneration. If the skipper wheel (day of the week wheel) is programmed to regenerate, then the unit will start a regeneration at 2:00 am on that day. Metered with Time Delay: The metered systems provide improved efficiency over timer configurations, as these units regenerate based on the actual water used. - Page 6 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Operational Sequence Definitions Service: Hard water enters unit at valve inlet and flows down through the mineral in the mineral tank. Conditioned water enters center tube through the bottom distributor, then flows up through the center tube, around the piston and out the outlet of the valve.
- Page 7 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Residential Checklist Adding Salt Ensure that the salt level in the brine tank is always above the water line. Water Pressure Inlet water pressure range of 20-125 psi is required for regeneration valve to operate effectively.
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Page 8: Installation
PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Installation Existing Plumbing Condition of existing plumbing should be free from lime and iron buildup. Replace piping that has heavy lime and/or iron buildup. Location of Softener and Drain Locate the system close to a clean working drain and connect according to local plumbing codes. - Page 9 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual 11. On units with a by-pass, place in By-pass position. Turn on the main water supply. Open a cold soft water tap nearby and let water run a few minutes or until the system is free of foreign material (usually solder) resulting from the installation.
- Page 10 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual PowerLine Fixed Regen, Timered Systems- Start-up Procedures Manual Regeneration Knob NOTE: Install the water softener with the inlet, outlet and drain connections made according to manufacturer’s recommendations and to meet applicable plumbing codes. Manually index the softener control into the Service position and let water flow into the resin tank.
- Page 11 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Manually advance the control to the beginning of the Brine Fill position, and allow the control to return to the Service position automatically. Fill the brine tank with salt. Replace back cover on the control. 10.
- Page 12 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Manually index the control to the Backwash position, and allow water to flow at the drain for 3 or 4 minutes. Remove back cover plate. Make sure that the salt dosage is set as recommended by the manufacturer. Manually index the control to the Brine Fill position, and allow the brine tank to fill to the top of the air check.
- Page 13 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual PowerLine Adjustable Regen, Timered Systems- Start-up Procedures NOTE: Install the system with the inlet, outlet and drain connections made according to manufacturer’s recommendations and to meet applicable plumbing codes. Remove control box cover. Set “Time of Day” and “Program Wheel.” Rotate program wheel counter clockwise until it stops at regeneration position.
- Page 14 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Control Valve Positions Service Drive shaft out Backwash Drive shaft in Brine/Slow Rinse Drive shaft ½ way out Rapid Rinse Drive shaft ¾ way out Position valve to backwash, and check to make sure that the drain line flow remains steady for ten (10) minutes or until clear (see above).
- Page 15 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual PowerLine Adjustable Regen, Metered Systems- Start-up Procedures GRAINS PER GALLON SCALE IS NOT USED IN OUR SYSTEM Programming Procedure Calculate the gallon capacity of the system, subtract the necessary reserve requirement and set the gallons available opposite the small white dot on the program wheel gear.
- Page 16 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual The black center knob will make one revolution in the following three hours (approximately) and stop in the position shown in the drawing. Even thought it takes three hours for this center knob to complete one revolution, the regeneration cycle of your unit might be set only one half of this time.
- Page 17 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual PowerLine Softener Troubleshooting Softener fails to regenerate. A. Electrical service to unit has A. Assure permanent electrical been interrupted. service (check fuse, plug, pull chain or switch). B. Timer is defective. B. Replace timer. C.
- Page 18 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Salt water in service line. A. Plugged injector system. A. Clean injector and replace screen. B. Timer not cycling. B. Replace timer. C. Foreign material in brine valve. C. Clean or replace brine valve. D.
- Page 19 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Notes: Rev. 02/2011 Page 19 Product No. 13389C...
- Page 20 PowerLine Softener Owners and Operators Manual Kinetico Incorporated ©2011 Corporate Headquarters 10845 Kinsman Road Newbury, Ohio 44065 Rev. 02/2011 Page 20 Product No. 13389C...
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