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Culligan Gold Series Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 Culligan Gold Series ™ Automatic Water Conditioner Owners Guide...
  • Page 2 Congratulations, too, on selecting one of the “first family” of water conditioners in the prestigious Culligan Gold Series. With Culligan’s many years of knowledge and experience in water treat- ment, you can be confident that the model you selected has been designed and engineered to provide years of service with a minimum of care and attention.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Performance Data Sheets are included in this manual for various Culligan Gold Series ™ Softener models. Refer to the Performance Data Sheet for your specific softener, as there are slight differences between the models. The softener warranty is located on page 32 of this Owner’s Guide.

  • Page 4: Specifications

    Culligan Gold Series ™ Water Conditioners with Aqua-Sensor ® Device or Soft-Minder ® Meter 9” Model 10” Model 12” Model 14” Model Control Valve 1" 5-cycle 1" 5-cycle 1" 5-cycle 1" 5-cycle Reinforced Reinforced Reinforced Reinforced Thermoplastic Thermoplastic Thermoplastic Thermoplastic...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction IT’S ALL SO EASY, SO ECONOMICAL, SO EFFICIENT, SO ENJOYABLE! KIND TO SKIN AND COMPLEXION Soft water will help prevent red, itchy or dry skin because there are no hardness impurities to cause soreness, no soap curd to coat the skin. Shaving is easier, smoother - either with blade or electric shaver.
  • Page 6 Softened water is not recommended for house plants because a build-up of sodium in the soil may interfere with efficient absorption of water by the plant root system. Additional information may be obtained from your independently operated Culligan dealer.

  • Page 7: How Your Water Conditioner Works

    If you sus- pect corrosion, your Culligan Man has equipment to control the problem. Iron is a common water problem. The chemical/physical nature of iron found in natural water supplies is exhibited in four general types: 1.

  • Page 8: The Culligan Process

    Your Culligan water conditioner consists of three basic components, (A) the Control Valve, (B) the Mineral Tank, and (C) the Brine System. A. The exclusive Culligan control valve automatically performs a variety of tasks that are nec- essary for the proper operation of your water conditioner. These tasks, commonly referred to as cycles or operating positions, are: SERVICE, REGENERATION, AND BRINE REFILL.
  • Page 9 Since a predetermined amount of salt is dissolved with each brine refill cycle, the salt must be periodically replenished in order to maintain efficient operation. Your Culligan service person will be able to tell you about how often salt must be added to the salt storage con-...

  • Page 10: Modes Of Operation

    Regeneration. However, if the iron content of the water to be softened is zero, and the hardness level is less than 20 gpg, Culligan has developed a new set of regenera- tion times geared to reducing salt and water usage. These times are defined under a new oper- ating mode coined "Efficiency Mode".
  • Page 11 If you live in an area where power outages occur with a regular frequency, a battery backup option is available for ensuring that the time of day is properly maintained. Contact your Culligan Dealer for more information. Display Regeneration Key...

  • Page 12: Programming

    Programming The Culligan® AccuSoft® Plus circuit board controls all of the softener functions. These set- tings are programmed at the time of installation. The following is a list of all the microproces- sor functions, in the event that any of the settings need to be adjusted.
  • Page 13 Regeneration Interval - This setting is active in meter or Aqua-Sensor mode if the time clock backup DIPswitch # 10 is set to on. The display will show "REGEN" icon and "dAYS" as well as the numbers to change. Adjust the value with the "+"...
  • Page 14 Tank Sizes (flow meter only) - This setting is used to determine what size tank the control is con- nected to. The display will first show "GOLD" for two seconds and then display the tank size default. Adjust the tank size with the "+" or "-" keys. GOLD 9 X 48 Pressing the "Status"...
  • Page 15 Note: This Setting appears during Aqua-Sensor Programming. Pressing the "STATUS" key will save the setting and move to the next programming step. 13. Backwash Time - This setting is used to program the back- wash. The time of the cycle is kept in minutes. The dis- play will show the "BACKWASH"...
  • Page 16 GALLONS the next programming step. 17. Additional Features - The Culligan Gold Series Softener electronics are packed with features that expand the water softening experience. The statistics button allows you to view four separate gages: Capacity Remaining, Water Used Today, Average Water Usage, and Current Flow Rate. To view each item, press the statistics button, to step to the next item, press the button again.

  • Page 17: Statistic Functions

    Statistic Functions Statistic Functions The statistical functions are reached by pressing the "Statistics" key. Repetitive presses of the "Statistics" key will cycle through the standard statistics mode until cycled back to time of day display. Once either of the statistics menus is entered the information shown for each display is outlined below: •...

  • Page 18: Salt Supply, Usage And Service

    “bridging”. Regardless of what type of salt is used, we recommend Culligan Brand Salt as suggested by your Culligan Dealer. He or she is the expert and can provide you with the best product for your Culligan Water Conditioner.

  • Page 19: Care And Cleaning Of Your Water Conditioner

    If you have further questions, please call your local independently operated Culligan dealer. He or she will be glad to be of assistance to you. For your nearest Culligan dealer, call (800) 285-5442. R R e e c c o o m m m m e e n n d d e e d d P P r r e e v v e e n n t t a a t t i i v v e e M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e I I n n s s p p e e c c t t i i o o n n S S c c h h e e d d u u l l e e The Culligan Gold Series commercial water softener has been designed to provide a good, consistent serv- ice life.

  • Page 20: To Clean Out The Salt Storage Tank

    To Clean Out the Salt Storage Tank A periodic clean-out of the Salt Storage Tank is necessary to keep your Culligan Water Conditioner at peak operating efficiency. Do it at least every 2 years when the salt supply is low.

  • Page 21: Things To Check Before You Call For Service

    (outside tap) to see if you have any water pressure. If you have water pressure, check the bypass valve. If it is in the Service position, put it into the bypass and call your Culligan dealer for service. INCREASED USAGE Guests, family additions, new water-using appliances, etc., all will result in more water usage and will...

  • Page 22: Error Codes

    PUSH-BUTTON BYPASS In the back of Culligan water conditioners is a push-button Cul-Flo-Valv Bypass. To bypass unit, simply push the red knob (marked “Push to Bypass”) against the bypass valve body. To return to soft water serv- ice, reverse the procedure - push the blue knob (marked “Push for Service”) against the bypass valve body.

  • Page 23: 9" Water Softener With Soft-Minder® Meter Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 24: 9" Water Softener With Aqua-Sensor® Sensing Device Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 25: 10" Water Softener With Soft-Minder® Meter Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 26: 10" Water Softener With Aqua-Sensor® Sensing Device Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 27: 12" Water Softener With Soft-Minder® Meter Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 28: 12" Water Softener With Aqua-Sensor® Sensing Device Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 29: 14" Water Softener With Soft-Minder® Meter Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 30: 14" Water Softener With Aqua-Sensor® Sensing Device Pds

    Culligan water softeners are designed to work with any salt of good quality, although it is recommended that you ask your local Culligan Man for his suggestion on the best type and grade of salt to use in this softener.

  • Page 31: Records And Data

    Records and Data Important Data on Your Water Conditioner It is advisable to have the salesperson or installer fill in the information below for your future reference. If this has not been done, please ask for it, as it is necessary if you contact your dealer. IDENTIFICATION Model Name ________________________ Catalog No.

  • Page 32: Warranty

    If a part described above is found defective within the specified period, you should notify your indepen- dently operated Culligan dealer and arrange a time during normal business hours for the dealer to inspect the water conditioner on your premises. Any part found defective within the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced by the dealer.
  • Page 33 We’re here to provide you with fast, dependable service, making sure any problems you have are taken care of. The Culligan Man has been around for over sixty years, delivery dependable service all along. That’s why people say “Hey, Culligan Man! ®...
  • Page 34 This page contains materials and DCO information. IT DOES NOT PRINT AS PART OF THE DOCUMENT! Materials & Description: Gold Series Owners Guide PN 01017062 Size: 11” x 17” Booklet, folded down to 8 1/2” x 11” Color: Black Ink; 2 Sided...

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