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ITEM

3MWTS100

3MWTS150

3MWTS200

Nominal Media Volume, Ft

3

1.0

1.5

2.0

Salt Dosage, Lbs.

   Salt Effi cient Setting

4

6

8

   Factory Setting

6

9

12 

   Maximum Setting

16

16

24

Softening Capacity, grains

   At Salt Effi cient Setting

16,300

24,200

34,100

   At Factory Salt Setting

21,600

32,000

45,000

   At Maximum Salt Setting

29,000

43,000

56,800

Salt Effi ciency, grains per lb. of salt

   At Salt Effi cient Setting

4,078

4,026

4,260

Flow Rate At 15 psi Pressure Loss

7.9

11.1

9.6

 Pressure Loss, psi  At Service Flow

4

5

5

Regeneration Flow Rates, gpm

   Backwash

1.7

2.7

2.7

   Brine Draw @ 50 psi

0.18

0.26

0.26

   Slow Rinse @ 50 psi

0.27

0.34

0.36

   Rapid Rinse

1.7

2.7

2.7

   Brine Refi ll

0.5

0.5

0.5

   Approximate Water Used (at Factory Setting)

44

77

78

Regeneration Duration, minutes a (at Factory Setting)

   1st Backwash

6

6

6

   Brine Draw/Rinse

45

45

45

   2nd Backwash

3

3

3

   Rapid Rinse

3

3

3

   Brine Refi ll

3’ 51”

3’ 51”

7’ 52”

   Approximate Total Time

61

63

65

Inlet/Outlet Size

1” NPT

1” NPT

1” NPT

Media tank Dia. x Ht., in.

8 x 44

10 x 44

10 x 54

Overall D & H w/Valve, in.

   Width (Including Brine Tank)

33

35

35

   Depth

15

15

15

   Height (Including Valve)

53

53

63

Brine Tank, W x D x H, in.

15 x 15 x 34

15 x 15 x 34

15 x 15 x 34

   Salt settings below 6# require removal of the salt grid
   Salt settings above 24# require optional 18 x 33 brine tank

Brine Tank Capacity

   Without Salt Grid Leg Extensions

180

180

180

   With Salt Grid Leg Extensions 

(required on salt settings above 18 #)

NA

135

135

Approximate Shipping Wt.

97

125

154

These softeners conform to NSF/ANSI Standard 44 for specifi c performance claims.  When set at the Salt Effi cient setting, these softeners meet or exceed Std. 44 requirement for salt effi ciency.  Effi ciency claim is only 
valid at the Salt Effi cient Setting.
NOTES:   For satisfactory performance, indicated fl ow rates and duration should not be exceeded.  Flow rates specifi ed are adequate for normal residential applications.  Do not use Service Flow Rate if treated water is to sup-

ply a geothermal heat pump, swimming pool, etc. (contact your Dealer/Installer or our Customer Service Department at 1-800-222-7880 before selecting equipment).  Service fl ow rates have been tested against 
NSF Standard 44.

SECTION 7: SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATING DATA

Summary of Contents for 3MWTS100

Page 1: ...Installation and Operating Instructions For 3MWTS Series Water Softeners TWO TANK MODELS 3MWTS100 3MWTS150 3MWTS200 Homeowner Please retain for operation and future maintenance instructions ...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...tion when handling and pouring gravel and filter media To request an MSDS relating to this product call 203 238 8965 or go to www 3M com select country and use the search engine to search MSDS For emergen cies call 800 364 3577 or 651 737 6501 24 hours CAUTION To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage Read and follow Use instructions before installation and use of thi...

Page 4: ...er Has Been Thoroughly Tested An analysis of your water should be made prior to the selection of your water softener You can typically get this service through your place of purchase which may require sending a sample to the factory for analysis and recommendations Enter your analysis below for your permanent record Analysis of Your Water Hardness gpg Tannins Humic Acid ppm Iron Fe ppm Hydrogen Su...

Page 5: ...ANT NOTE If sediment is present the installation of a sediment pre filter is recommended Even if sediment is not currently present or at a level high enough to be objectionable a pre filter can help increase the efficiency of the softener and help reduce the amount of maintenance required Installation Site Selection Select the location of your water softener with care Various conditions which cont...

Page 6: ... to plugged water lines Pay particular attention to correct orientation of control valve Water flow should match arrow on control valve The Inlet and Outlet of other water treatment equipment products will vary depending on the control valve brand used 4 Before beginning the installation review the existing piping system and to determine the size number and type of fittings required WARNING To red...

Page 7: ...trol valve Water flow should match arrow on control valve The Inlet and Outlet of other water treatment equipment products will vary depending on the control valve brand used Figure 1 Typical Installation BRINE TANK WATER SOFTENER FILTER OPTIONAL SOFT WATER TANK SWITCH PRESSURE PRESSURE WATER INCOMING METER UTILITY WATER OR OTHER LAWN SPRINKLERS WATER FOR WELL WATER INCOMING CHECK VALVE FILTERED W...

Page 8: ...EATER after water is shut off Step 4 Cut main supply line as required to fit plumbing to inlet and outlet of unit Step 5 Attach plumbing DO NOT apply heat to any fitting connected to bypass or control valve as damage may result to internal parts or connecting adapters Make certain water flow enters through inlet and discharges through outlet WARNING To reduce the risk associated with a hazardous v...

Page 9: ... control valve refer to page 3 1 NOTE Regeneration settings for the control valve are factory preset The control valve design permits adjustment of the salt setting This adjustment may be necessary when unusual op erating conditions exist such as high concentrations of iron manganese or hardness and or high flow rates or daily water consumption Step 13 Manually set the control to backwash position...

Page 10: ...regeneration 1 to 28 or OFF Press NEXT to go to Step 4 Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 5 Next Regeneration Time hour Set the hour of day for regeneration using or buttons AM PM toggles after 12 The default time is 2 00 a m Press NEXT to go to Step 5 Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 6 Next Regeneration Time minutes Set the minutes of day for regeneration using or buttons Pres...

Page 11: ...value will fall to zero in a few seconds This display will equal zero if a water meter is not installed Press the NEXT button Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 7 Maximum flow rate for last seven days The maximum flow rate in gallons per minute that occurred in the last seven days will be displayed This display will equal zero if a water meter is not installed Press the NEXT button Press ...

Page 12: ...otal gallons used since start up This display shows the total gallons This display shows the total days since start up Press the NEXT button to go to the next step Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 5 Total days since start up This display shows the total days since start up Press the NEXT but ton to go to the next step Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 6 Total number of regener...

Page 13: ...the preset delayed regeneration time NOTE If you pressed the REGEN button in error pressing the button again will cancel the request To initiate a manual regeneration immediately press and hold the REGEN button for 3 seconds The system will begin to regenerate im mediately The request cannot be cancelled NOTE If brine tank does not contain salt fill with salt and wait at least two hours before reg...

Page 14: ...uced softening capacity and rust stained fixtures Mixing one to two ounces of Iron Reduction Media with every 80 lbs of salt added to brine tank will help minimize these problems from occurring Please contact our Customer Care Team at 855 3M WATER 855 369 2837 for additional information Periodically Check Time of Day Setting Please contact your Dealer Installer or our Customer Service Department a...

Page 15: ...3 seconds B Foreign matter is lodged in control valve B Check piston and spacer stack assembly C High drive forces on piston C Replace piston s and spacer stack assembly D Control valve piston not in home position seconds D Press NEXT and REGEN for 3 seconds or unplug power source jack black wire and plug back in to reset control valve E Motor not inserted fully to engage pinion motor wires broken...

Page 16: ... are jammed between the drive bracket and drive back plate or the gear is not engaging the drive cap assembly To inspect the drive gears the drive gear cover needs to be removed Before trying to remove the gear cover the drive bracket must be removed from the drive back plate Refer to the proceeding instructions regarding removing the drive bracket from the drive back plate The drive gear cover ca...

Page 17: ...e maintenance press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or unplug power source jack black wire and plug back in This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash all wording then flash the software version e g 181 and then reset the valve to the service position Spacer Stack Assembly To access the spacer stack assembly remove the drive assem...

Page 18: ...rom the control valve body gently pull forward on the turbine to remove it from the shaft Do not use a wire brush to clean the turbine Wipe with a clean cloth or chemically clean in dilute sodium bisulfite or vinegar After chemically cleaning rinse the component with clean water before wiping with a clean cloth The turbine can be immersed in the chemical Do not immerse electronics If the turbine i...

Page 19: ...es at wrong time of day A Timer improperly set A Reset timer 5 Water continuously flows to drain A Foreign material in control valve A Remove piston assembly and inspect bore remove foreign material and check control in various regeneration positions B Internal control leak B Replace seals and or piston assembly C Control valve jammed in brine or backwash position C Replace piston seals and spacer...

Page 20: ...4 Overall D H w Valve in Width Including Brine Tank 33 35 35 Depth 15 15 15 Height Including Valve 53 53 63 Brine Tank W x D x H in 15 x 15 x 34 15 x 15 x 34 15 x 15 x 34 Salt settings below 6 require removal of the salt grid Salt settings above 24 require optional 18 x 33 brine tank Brine Tank Capacity Without Salt Grid Leg Extensions 180 180 180 With Salt Grid Leg Extensions required on salt set...

Page 21: ...I R feature that complies with specific performance specifications intended to minimize the amount of regenerant brine and water used in their operation These softeners have a rated softener efficiency of not less than 3350 grains of total hardness exchange per pound of salt based on sodium chloride and shall not deliver more salt than their listed ratings The rated salt efficiency is measured by ...

Page 22: ...tank Shell w cover BT1534L BT1534L BT1534L 10 Brine Well w Cap BT15BW BT15BW BT15BW 11 Grid Plate Grid Plate wit Extension Kit optional BT15GP BT15GP BT15GP EXT 12 Safety Brine Valve Complete BT15SBVA BT15SBVA BT15SBVA 13 Safety Brine Valve 60014 60014 60014 14 Float Assembly 60068X 60068X 60068X 15 Air Check Assembly 60002 27 5 60002 27 5 60002 27 5 NOTE When ordering replacement or repair compon...

Page 23: ...75 01 WS1 Front Cover 1 2 V3107 01 WS1 Motor 1 3 V3106 01 WS 1 Drive Bracket Spring Clip 1 4 V3108 WS1 PC Board 1 Not Shown V3002 WS1 Drive Assy 1 Not Shown V3168 WS1 AS Adapter 110V 12 V 1 Not Shown V3168 01 WS1 AC Adapter Cord Only 1 Drawing number parts 2 through 6 may be purchased as a complete assembly part V3002 ...

Page 24: ...rawing No Order No Description Quantity 1 V3005 Spacer Stack Assembly 1 2 V3004 Drive Cap Assembly 1 3 V3178 Drive Back Plate 1 4 V3011 Piston Down Flow Assembly 1 5 V3174 Regenerant Piston 1 6 V3135 O ring 228 1 7 V3180 O ring 337 1 8 V3105 O ring 215 Distributor Tube 1 Not Shown V3001 Body Assembly 1 2 4 b 6 5 1 7 3 8 4 ...

Page 25: ... Cap 1 2 V3152 O ring 135 1 3 V3177 01 Injector Screen 1 4 V3010 1Z Injector Assy Z Plug 1 5 V3010 1B Injector Assy B Brown V3010 1C Injector Assy C Violet V3010 1E Injector Assy E White V3010 1H Injector Assy H Green Not Shown V3170 O ring 011 Not Shown V3171 O ring 013 The injector plug and the injector each contain one 011 lower and 013 upper o ring ...

Page 26: ... insert 3 8 1 3 JCPG 6PBLK Nut 3 8 1 4 H4613 Elbow Cap 3 8 1 5 V3163 O ring 019 1 6 V3165 01 BLFC Retainer Assembly 1 7 V3182 BLFC 1 Not Shown H4650 Elbow 1 2 with nut and insert Option Assembly includes V3182 BLFC Includes drawing 7 Water Flow Proper BLFC orientation directs refill water flow towards the washer face with rounded edge and text 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 27: ... 3 4 Drain Elbow 1 4 V3158 01 Drain Elbow 3 4 Male 1 5 V3163 O ring 019 1 6 V3159 01 DLFC Retainer Assembly 1 7 V3162 013 DLFC 1 3 gpm for 3 4 One DLFC must be used if 3 4 fitting is used V3162 017 DLFC 1 7 gpm for 3 4 V3162 027 DLFC 2 7 gpm for 3 4 V3162 053 DLFC 5 3 gpm for 3 4 Water Flow Proper DLFC orientation directs water flow towards the washer face with rounded edge ...

Page 28: ...T PARTS LIST Water Meter and Meter Plug Drawing No Order No Description Quantity 1 V3151 Nut 1 QC 1 2 V3003 Meter Assembly includes drawing 3 4 1 3 V3118 01 Turbine 1 4 V3105 O ring 215 1 5 V3003 01 Meter Plug Assembly 1 3 4 5 1 2 ...

Page 29: ...t Ring 1 3 V3105 O ring 215 1 4 V3 Fitting 3 4 Brass Sweat Assembly 1 Drawing No Order No Description Quantity 1 V3151 Nut 1 Quick Connect 1 2 V3150 Split Ring 1 3 V3105 O ring 215 1 4 V3317 Fitting 1 1 4 Plastic Male NPT 1 Drawing No Order No Description Quantity 1 V3151 Nut 1 Quick Connect 1 2 V3150 Split Ring 1 3 V3105 O ring 215 1 4 V3164 Fitting 1 Plastic Male NPT 1 Order No V3007 03 Descript...

Page 30: ... 215 2 4 V3145 Bypass 1 Rotor 2 5 V3146 Bypass Cap 2 6 V3147 Bypass Handle 2 7 V3148 Bypass Rotor Seal Retainer 2 8 V3152 O ring 135 2 9 V3155 O ring 112 2 10 V3156 O ring 214 2 V3191 01 Vertical Adapter Assembly 6 5 6 5 4 1 4 1 1 2 3 3 1 2 Order No Description Quantity V3151 Nut 1 Quick Connect 2 V3150 Split Ring 2 V3105 O ring 215 2 V3191 Vertical Adapter 2 ...

Page 31: ...TS COMPONENT PARTS LIST Wrench Order No V3193 01 Although no tools are necessary to assembly or disassemble the valve the wrench shown in various positions on the valve may be purchased to aid in assembly or disassembly ...

Page 32: ...y does not cover labor The remedy stated in this paragraph is Customer s sole remedy and 3M Purification Inc s exclusive obligation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which may vary from state to state or country to country For any warranty questions please call 855 3M WATER 855 369 2837 or mail your request to Warranty Claims 3M Purification Inc 400 Resear...

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