Salt Line Connection
The salt line from the brine tube connects to the valve. Make
certain the connections are hand tightened. Be sure that the
salt line is secure and free from air leaks. Even a small leak
may cause the salt line to drain out, and the softener will not
draw salt from the tank. This may also introduce air into the
valve causing problems with valve operation.
To install the brine line:
1. Inside the salt tank, remove the cap from the large cylinder
to gain access to the connection.
2. Be sure the brass insert is in the end of the brine tubing.
Insert the tubing through the opening in the tank.
3. Push the tubing into the plastic nut. Slowly unscrew the nut
until the tubing moves into the connection. The tubing will
hit bottom.
NOTE: Once the tubing has been pushed into the nut, it cannot
be pulled out. The nut will need to be removed. See
Figure 13 for correct assembly.
4. Hand tighten the nut until the connection is tight.
Figure 13
Electrical Connection
WARNING:
This valve and control are for dry location use
only, unless used with a Listed Class 2 power
supply suitable for outdoor use.
The controller operates on 12-volt alternating current power
supply. This requires use of the an AC adapter with your
system.
Make sure power source matches the rating printed on the AC
adapter.
NOTE: The power source should be constant. Be certain
the AC adapter is not on a switched outlet. Power
interruptions longer than 8 hours may cause the
controller to lose the time setting. When power is
restored, the time setting must then be re-entered.
CONTROL OPERATION & LAYOUT
Large LED Display
A large 2 digit LED readout is highly visible in most
installations.
Simplified Three-Step Programming
Only three buttons are required to fully program the control.
Camshaft Indicator
A column of windows located on the left of the control provides
a visual indicator of the camshaft rotation.
Manual Regen Button
The Manual Regen button, when pressed, initiates either a
delayed regeneration or immediate regeneration.
Time Button
When pressed, will display the current hour of day for 5
seconds. Press again to increase the hour of day by 1. Press
and hold to change rapidly.
Salt Button
Press to display the current setting (HE/HC) for 5 seconds.
Press again during the 5 seconds to change the setting.
Hardness Button
Press to display the hardness setting for 5 seconds. Press
again during the 5 seconds to increase the setting by 1 grain
per gallon. Press and hold to change rapidly.
Flow Indicator
The decimal point/flow indicator blinks on and off when water
flow turns the meter.
Power Loss Memory Retention
The control features battery-free Time of Day retention during
loss of power. The Time will remain in memory.
NOTE: All other programmed parameters are stored in the
flash memory and are retained during power outages.
Flash memory retention is 100 years
Refill
Control Cap
Injector
Cap
Camshaft
Indicator
Regen
Button
Display
Time
Button
Salt
Button
Regen
Interval/Days
Button
Remove
Cover
Delayed Regen
Indicator
Flow
Indicator
EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION
continued
Figure 14
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368 Service Manual
