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SOFTENER INSTALLATION AND USER GUIDE
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Start Up Instructions
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Keep the bypass valve in bypass operation by moving both handles pointing towards the center
of bypass valve. Now the untreated water is being supplied to house. Open the faucet
downstream of the softener until water comes clear out of it. The initial water can be dirty
because of installation debris. Now inspect the leaks in plumbing.
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Manually add approximate 6 inches of water to brine tank so that level reaches air check valve.
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Press and hold the “REGEN” button down for 5 seconds to start manual regeneration. The drive
motor will start to reach backwash cycle and countdown time begins. Turn the inlet bypass valve
handle halfway into the direction of diagnose operation. Once the steady water flows out of
drain then fully turn both handles of bypass valve into the direction of service operation.
Caution
: - If water flow is too rapidly, there will be a loss of resin to drain.
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When the water become clear in drain line then press the regen button to advance the
regeneration to brine cycle. Lift off the brine tank lid to check if water is being drawn from brine
tank and shut off the faucet after confirming the brine draw flow.
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Press REGEN button to advance the regeneration to 2
nd
backwash cycle. Wait until the
countdown time starts.
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Press REGEN button again to advance the regeneration to rinse cycle with water coming through
the drain. Allow this process for the full amount of time during this cycle.
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The control valve will automatically advance the regeneration to the fill cycle. Allow to fill for the
full amount of time in this cycle. Once finished the control valve will automatically come to the
service position with the time of day being displayed.
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Add the salt to Brine Tank.
