Automatic Electronic Diagnostics; Manual Advance Diagnostics - Whirlpool WHES45 Installation And Operation Manual

Automatic Electronic Diagnostics

Manual Advance Diagnostics

This water softener has a self- - diagnostic function for the electrical system (except input power and/or
water meter). The water softener monitors electronic components and circuits for correct operation.
If a malfunction occurs, an error code appears in the display.
The troubleshooting chart shows the error codes that could appear, and the possible malfunctions for
each code.
While an error code appears in the display, all buttons are inoperable except the PROGRAM button.
PROGRAM remains operational so the service person can perform the Manual Advance Diagnostics,
see below, to further isolate the problem.
Use the following procedures to advance the water softener through the regeneration cycles to check
operation.
Remove the top cover to observe cam and switch operation during valve rotation.
1. Press and hold the
in the top part of the display, is days since the last recharge.
NOTE: If the softener is in the middle of a regeneration, the top part of the display shows the
cycle of regeneration, and minutes of the cycle remaining. If two cycle names are
flashing, the valve is in transition between the cycles.
2. The 3 digits, under WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, indicate water meter operation as
follows:
000 (steady) = Soft water not in use, and no flow through the meter.
Open a nearby soft water faucet.
000 to 140 (continual) = Repeats display for each gallon of water passing through the meter.
NOTE:
If you don't get a reading in the display, with faucet open, pull the sensor from the
valve outlet port. Pass a small magnet back and forth in front of the sensor. If you get
a reading in the display with the magnet, unhook the in and out plumbing and check
the turbine for binding.
DATA button until the display appears as shown here. The dY and number,
On
LAST RECHARGE
WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
TURBINE
switch
turbine
count
position switch
valve outlet
valve
minutes of cycle
position
remaining
Fill
TIME
WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
TURBINE
motor
sensor
housing
turbine
turbine
support & shaft
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