Culligan ESTATE 2M User manual

Cat.No.01-8822-26
Rev. B 9/99
DCO#991718
ESTATE®2/2M WATER CONDITIONER
Installation and Operating Manual
MODELS FROM 1999
©1999 Culligan International Company Printed in USA
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ESTATE® 2/2M WATER CONDITIONER
Installation and Operating Manual
Models from 1999
Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 2
Specifications ........................................................... 3
Preparation ............................................................... 4
Installation................................................................. 5
Settings .................................................................... 8
Start-UpProcedure ..................................................15
Operation,CareandMaintenance ............................16
Wiring Schematic.....................................................18

2/CULLIGANESTATE2/2MWATERCONDITIONER
Introduction
Please read this booklet carefully before beginning the
installation of the Estate®Water Conditioner. It contains
important information about the unit, including the tools and
materials needed for installation, accessories available for
hook-up to the plumbing, and instructions covering
installation, settings, start-up, and operation. The Estate
2/2M Water Conditioner has been thoughtfully designed and
engineered to provide soft, conditioned water for many years
when properly applied, installed and operated.
whichcould causeinjury or deathif ignored.
Example: WARNING: ELECTRICALSHOCK HAZ-
ARD! UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE REMOVING THE
TIMERMECHANISMORCOVERPLATES!
TheCulliganwaterconditionerbearstwoseparateserial
numbers; one for the control assembly and one for the
mediatank. The controlassemblyserial number canbe
found on the left rear side of the timer mounting plate.
Themedia tank serialnumber is onthe side ofthe tank.
DONOTREMOVEORDESTROYTHESESERIALNUM-
BERDECALS. THEYMUSTBEREFERENCEDIFEVER
YOUREQUIREREPAIRSORPARTSREPLACEMENT
UNDERWARRANTY.
Thispublication is basedoninformation available when
approvedforprinting.Continuingdesignrefinementcould
cause changes that may not be included in this
publication.
SAFEPRACTICES
Throughout this manual there are paragraphs set off
by special headings.
NOTICE: Notice is used to emphasize installation,
operation or maintenance information which is
important, but does not present any hazard.
Example: NOTICE: The nipple must extend no more
than 1 inch above the cover plate.
CAUTION:Cautionisusedwhenfailureto follow di-
rections could result in damage to equipment or
property.
Example: CAUTION: Disassembly while under
water pressure can result in flooding.
WARNING: Warning is used to indicate a hazard

SPECIFICATIONS /3
Specifications
ESTATE®2/2MWATERCONDITIONER
0.7 FT3MODEL 1.0 FT3MODEL 1.5 FT3MODEL
ControlValveType 5-cycleReinforced 5-cycleReinforced 5-cycleReinforced
Thermoplastic Thermoplastic Thermoplastic
OverallConditionerHeight 51 in 49 in 63 in
1,295mm 1,245mm 1,600 mm
Media TankDimensions (Dia.x Ht.) 8 x 44 in 10 x 40 in 10 x 54 in
203 x 1,118 mm 254 x 1,016 mm 254 x 1,372 mm
Salt StorageTank Dimensions 16 x 43 in 18 x 43 in 18 x 43 in
(Dia. x Ht.) 457 x 1,092 mm 457 x 1,092 mm 457 x 1,092 mm
18 x 43 in
457 x 1,092 mm
ExchangeMedia,Typeand Quantity Cullex®Media, 0.7 ft3Cullex Media, 1.0ft3Cullex Media, 1.5 ft3
Underbedding,TypeandQuantity Cullsan®Underbedding, CullsanUnderbedding, CullsanUnderbedding,
6 lb. 8 lb. 8 lb.
Exchange Capacity 14,700 gr @ 4 lb 22,557 gr @ 5.0 lb 28,160 gr @ 7 lb
@SaltDosage Per Recharge1
17,900gr @12 lb 30,270gr@11 lb 40,969gr @14 lb
19,000 gr@12 lb 35,714 gr@17 lb 46,803 gr @ 20 lb
FreeboardtoMedia215.2 - 16.2 in 14.3 - 15.3 in 18 - 19 in
FreeboardtoUnderbedding339in 36.5in 50.75in
Salt StorageCapacity 250 lb or 350 lb 375 lb 375 lb
RatedServiceFlow @ Pressure Drop 5.9 gpm @ 15 psi 7.2 gpm @ 15 psi 7.0 gpm @ 15 psi
TotalHardness, Maximum 75gpg 99gpg 99gpg
TotalIron,Maximum (dissolved) 5ppm 5ppm 5 ppm
Hardnessto Iron Ratio,Minimum 8 gpg to 1 ppm 8 gpg to 1 ppm 8 gpg to 1 ppm
140 mg/L to 1 mg/L 140 mg/L to 1 mg/L 140 mg/L to 1 mg/L
OperatingPressure 20 - 125 psi 20 - 125 psi 20 - 125 psi
140 - 860 kPa 140 - 860 kPa 140- 860kPa
OperatingTemperature 33 - 120°F 33 - 120°F 33-120°F
1- 50°C 1 -50°C 1- 50°C
ElectricalRequirements 120V/60Hz 120V/60Hz 120V/60 Hz
ElectricalPowerConsumption,Min./Max. 3 Watts/35 Watts 3 Watts/35 Watts 3 Watts/35 Watts
DrainFlow,Maximum41.6 gpm 2.0 gpm 2.0gpm
RechargeTime,Average 90 min 90 min 90 min
RechargeWaterConsumption 64 gal 64gal 64gal
1 Capacities and corresponding salt dosages pertain to low hardness waters. Capacities given per recharge
2 Measured from top of media to top of inlet fitting (backwashed and drained)
3 Measured from top of underbedding to top of inlet fitting
4 Backwash at 120 psi (830 kPa)

4/CULLIGAN ESTATE®2/2MWATERCONDITIONER
Preparation
COMPONENTDESCRIPTION
The water conditioner is shipped from the factory in three
cartons. Remove all components from their cartons and
inspect them before starting installation.
Control Valve Assembly — Includes the 5-cycle regenera-
tioncontrolvalve andelectronic timer assembly.Asmall parts
package contains installation hardware and consumer
literature, including an Owner's Guide and warranty policy.
MediaTank—Containsthemediatankcomplete withCullex®
ion exchange resin, underbedding and outlet manifold.
Salt Storage Tank Assembly — Includes salt storage
container with support plate and Dubl-Safe™brine refillvalve
and chamber.
TOOLSAND MATERIALS
The following tools and supplies will be needed, depending
on installation method. Observe all applicable codes.
All Installations
• Safety glasses
• Phillipsscrewdrivers,small and mediumtip
• Gaugeassembly (PN 00-3044-50or equivalent)
• Silicone lubricant (PN 00-4715-07 or equivalent) - DO
NOTUSEPETROLEUM-BASEDLUBRICANTS
• A bucket, preferably light-colored
• Towels
Special Tools
• Torch, solder and flux for sweat copper connections
• Threading tools, pipe wrenches and thread sealer for
threaded connections.
• Saw, solvent and cement for plastic pipe connections.
Materials
• Brineline, 5/16"(PN 00-3031-28or equivalent)
• Drain line, 1/2" (PN 00-3030-82, gray, semi-flexible; or
PN00-3319-46, black,semi-rigid; orequivalent)
• Thread sealing tape
• Pressurereducingvalve (ifpressure exceeds 125psi [860
kPa],PN 00-4909-00or equivalent)
• Pipe and fittings suited to the type of installation
• Water softener salt (rock, solar or pellet salt formulated
specifically for water softeners)
BYPASS
A bypass valve is included with the control valve assembly.
APPLICATION
Waterquality— Verify that raw water hardness and iron are
within limits. Note the hardness for setting the salt dosage
and recharge frequency.
Pressure — If pressure exceeds 125 psi (860 kPa), install a
pressure reducing valve (see materials checklist). On private
water systems, make sure the minimum pressure (the pres-
sureatwhich thepumpstarts) isgreater than 20psi (140 kPa).
Adjust the pressure switch if necessary.
CAUTION:The use of a pressure reducing valve
may limit the flow of water in the household.
Temperature— Do not install the unit where it might freeze,
or next to a water heater or furnace or in direct sunlight.
LOCATION
Spacerequirements —Allow6-12inches(15-30cm)behind
the unit for plumbing and drain lines and 4 feet (1.3 metres)
above for service access and filling the salt container.
Floorsurface— Choosean areawithsolid, levelfloor freeof
bumps or irregularities. Bumps, cracks, stones and other
irregularities can cause the salt storage tank bottom to crack
when filled with salt and water.
Drainfacilities— Choose a nearby drain that can handle the
rated drain flow (floor drain, sink or stand pipe). Refer to the
Drain Line Chart, Table 1 (page 7), for maximum drain line
length.
NOTICE:Most codesrequireananti-siphondevice orairgap.
Electrical facilities — A 6-foot grounded cord is provided.
The customer should provide a 3-prong grounded receptacle,
preferably one not controlled by a switch that can be turned
off accidentally. Observe local electrical codes.
WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD! DO
NOT REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG! IF THE
RECEPTACLE IS DESIGNED ONLY FOR 2-PRONG
PLUGS,OBTAINA3-PRONGADAPTERANDGROUND
IT SECURELY TO THE RECEPTACLE. DO NOT USE
EXTENSIONCORDS.

INSTALLATION /5
Installation
PLACEMENT
Refer to Fig. 1.
• Set the media tank on a solid, level surface near water,
drain and electrical facilities. Place the outlet (black
coupling) of the tank on the left.
• Set the brine system on a flat, smooth, solid structure as
near the media tank as possible.
MOUNTTHECONTROLVALVE
SeeFig. 2.
1. Remove the two plastic caps from the tank couplings and
lubricate the two O-rings with silicone lubricant. NOTICE:
Do not use a petroleum base lubricant, for this will cause
swelling of the rubber parts.
2. NOTICE: The black molded tank adapter is marked with
"IN" and "OUT", corresponding to the inlet and outlet of
the tank. Position the tank with the inlet coupling on the
right and the outlet coupling on the left.
3. The control valve is marked also with "IN" and "OUT"
(Fig. 2). Place the control onto the tank with the inlet and
outlet of the control corresponding with the inlet and
outlet of the tank. Press firmly onto the couplings.
4. Locate the two U-clamps and screws in the small parts
package. Install the clamps on both sides of the control as
indicated in Fig. 2 and secure them with the screws.
FIG. 1

FIG. 2
TENINCHSOFTENERS
As shipped from the factory, each control is equipped as a 8-
inch unit. A 10-inch eductor and flow control is included with
each unit for conversion for use with 10-inch softener tanks.
NOTICE: To prevent injury, convert units to ten inch
configuration prior to installation.
For the eductor, refer to Fig. 2.
• Remove the three screws on the eductor cap and remove
cap.
• Remove the eductor screen.
• Pull out the blue nozzle and replace with the light brown.
• Reverse the procedure for reassembly. To prevent leaks,
make sure the gasket is in proper position.
For the backwash flow control.
• Removetheu-clip of thedrain elbow assemblyand pull the
drain elbow straight off.
• Remove the back wash flow control located behind the
elbow. Put the #2 restrictor in it's place.
• Reverse the procedure to reassemble.
PLUMBINGCONNECTIONS
Two methods of connecting the water softener to the plumb-
ing system are available. Shipped with each softener is a
Culligan®Cul-Flo-Valv®bypass valve, either PN 01-0124-88
orPN 01-0102-38.If localconditions warrant,youmayusethe
sweatadaptor kits,PN 00-3314-44or PN00-3314-45.
NOTICE: The Soft-Minder®meter cannot be used with the
sweat adaptors.
CAUTION:Closethe inlet supply line and relieve
system pressure before cutting into the plumbing!
Flooding could result!
CAUTION: When making sweat connections,
remove all plastic and rubber components which
contact brass or copper. Damage to these
components may result when not removed.
6/CULLIGAN ESTATE®2/2MWATERCONDITIONER
FIG. 3
BYPASS VALVE INSTALLATION - TIME CLOCK
UNITSONLY
The bypass valve connects directly to the backplate of the
valve with a pair of screws (Fig. 3). To facilitate this connec-
tion, remove the plate by pulling up on the u-clip on the back
of the valve. Lubricate all o-rings with silicon lubricant.
BYPASS VALVE INSTALLATION - SOFT-MINDER
METERONLY
The Soft-Minder meter is placed between the bypass valve
and the control (Fig. 4). Make sure the meter is on the outlet
port of the control. A pair of elongated bolts are packaged
with the meter to hold the bypass valve to the back plate of
the control. Lubricate all o-rings with silicon lubricant.
SWEATADAPTOR INSTALLATION
The sweat adaptors use a snap ring to hold them to the
backplate of the control valve. The back plate will need to be
removed from the valve for this connection. A pair of snap
ring pliers, PN 00-5916-09, are needed for this connection.
FIG. 4

CAUTION: When reinstalling back plate to
control valve, make sure the u-clip fully engages the
two bottom holes of the bracket (Fig. 5). Secure
bracket from the top with the two mounting screws
provided.
CONNECTTHEBRINELINE
RefertoFig. 6.
• Measure a length of brine line sufficient to reach from the
brine tank to the brine fitting and then add four feet (1.3
meters). Cut both ends squarely and cleanly.
• Remove the brine valve from the brine tank and remove
the white nut and insert. Return float rod to its original
position.
FIG. 6
• Slip the white nut over one end of the tubing and press the
plastic insert into the end of the tubing. Connect to the
brine valve and tighten nut. (Fig. 7)
• Remove white nut and insert from wire tie around drain
elbow.
• Slip the white nut over one end of the tubing and press the
plastic insert into the end of the tubing. Connect to the
brine connection on the valve and tighten nut.
DRAINLINECONNECTION
Refer to Table 1, under the applicable tank size for drain line
length and height limitations.
• Remove 1/2" pipe clamp from end of drain elbow.
• Route a length of 1/2" drain line from the drain elbow to
the drain.
• Fasten the drain line to the elbow with the clamp.
• Secure the drain line to the drain to prevent its movement
during regeneration. A loop in the end of the tube will keep
it filled with water and will reduce splashing at the
beginning of each regeneration.
NOTICE: Observe all plumbing codes. Most codes require
an anti-siphon device or air gap at the discharge point!
FILLTHESALTSTORAGECONTAINER
Fillthe salt storagecontainer withwater untilthelevel reaches
about 1 inch above the salt support plate. Pour salt into the
container. Fill to within a few inches of the top.
FIG. 7
TABLE1
INSTALLATION /7
FIG. 5
Average Height Drain Discharge Above Floor
Water on which Softener Stands
Pressure 4"/ 1Ft/ 2Ft/ 3Ft/ 4Ft/ 5Ft/ 6Ft/ 7Ft/
Psi/kPa 0.9m .31m .61m .91m 1.22m 1.52m 1.83m 2.13m
30/ 56/ 50/
207 386 345
50/ 112/ 106/ 96/ 86/ 76/
345 772 731 662 593 524
70/ 143/ 137/ 127/ 117/ 107/ 97/
483 986 945 876 807 736 669
90/ 153/ 147/ 137/ 127/ 117/ 107/ 97/
621 10551014 945 876 807 736 669
120/ 159/ 153/ 143/ 133/ 123/ 113/ 103/ 93/
827 10961055 986 917 848 779 710 641
SOFT-MINDER®METERCONNECTION
To connect the meter leads, refer to the instructions listed
below and the wiring schematic.
• Remove the timer face plate & set it aside.
• Remove the two screws holding the timer cover. Set the
timer cover aside.
• Locate the 1/2" hole in the timer plate at the center rear.
Remove the plastic plug.
• Slip the meter cable through the hole and toward the
circuit board.
• Connect the red wire from the flow meter cable to the
common terminal of the lockout switch. Connect the red
wirefromtheflowmeterconnection tothenormally closed
terminal of the lockout switch.
• Connect the flow meter harness to the circuit board. The
meterterminal is labeled"METER".
• Locate the strain relief bushing in the parts pack. Place it
on the cable at the point of entry to the rear of the timer
plate and push it into the hole.

8/CULLIGANESTATE2/2MWATERCONDITIONER
Settings
The Estate®2 and 2M Water Conditioners are designed to
perform efficiently on a wide range of water supplies. Be-
fore the unit can be recharged and put into service, several
settings must be made.
BACKWASH
Backwash, the first step in the recharge cycle, expands and
loosens the resin bed, and flushes away accumulated turbid-
ity. The backwash interval is preset at the factory for 10 min-
utes, which is adequate for most water supplies. It is adjust-
able, however, from 5 to 30 minutes. It is recommended that
backwash last long enough so that the effluent from the drain
line is clear. Backwash too long and water is wasted, not
long enough and the tank becomes fouled with sediment.
If backwash time adjustment is needed, refer to Fig. 8.
• Grasp the front cover by the slots and carefully pull
forward to remove cover. Lay the cover aside in a safe
place.
• Loosen screw (A) about 1½ turns. DO NOT loosen screw
(B).
• Holding the cam gear (located beneath the backwash dial),
rotate the backwash dial (C) until the desired backwash
time lines up with indicator mark (D).
• Tighten screw (A).
NOTICE: Adjusting the backwash time may cause the salt
dosage setting to change. If the salt dosage needs to be reset,
do not tighten screw (A), and refer to the Salt Dosage
section.
TIMEOFRECHARGE
Although the need to recharge is determined by the Soft-
Minder control, time of day the conditioner will actually
recharge can be set on the timer mechanism.
The timer is factory set to recharge about 2:00 a.m., a time
when water usage is at a minimum for most families. If water
is drawn during recharge, hard water will automatically be
bypassed to service. If it would be more convenient to have
the water conditioner recharge at a different time of day, the
setting may be changed as follows, referring to Fig. 8.
• Remove the timer cover.
• The position of the peg (H) in relation to the time-of-day
dial (J) determines the time when the unit will begin to
recharge.FIG. 8

• Loosen the screw and lift the white time-of-day dial and
rotate it until the desired time of recharge is opposite the
peg (H). Please note that whenever the time of recharge is
changed, the time-of-day setting may be changed also.
TIME OF DAY
Upon completing the installation, the timer must be set to the
correct time of day. Time of day must also be reset after any
kind of power interruption, such as that caused by an
electrical storm. See Fig. 8.
• Determine the correct time of day.
• Grasp the gear (K) and lift straight up (the white time-of-
day dial will lift with it). Rotate the gear until the correct
time of day lines up with the pointer (P). The dial is spring-
loaded and will return its position when released. Make
sure the teeth mesh.
Note that the silver half of the time-of-day dial designates
the daytime hours, while the black half designates the night-
time hours.
GUESTCYCLE
An extra recharge can be initiated any time extra soft water is
required by pushing the Manual Recharge lever (M) in the
SETTINGS /9
direction of the arrow, then releasing. The unit will still
recharge at its regular frequency as determined by the meter
device.Onmodels withmeter control,thered button(X) must
also be pushed briefly before the recharge cycle can begin.
SERVICEPOSITION
The timer assembly is in the service position when the tooth-
less notch in the cam gear is over the teeth on the idler gear
(L). The timer will return to this position after each recharge
(Fig. 8).
TIMECLOCK SETTINGS
To setthe Estate®2water conditionerfor optimalperformance,
determine the hardness of the water along with the number of
people in the household. Refer to Table 2. Locate the row
corresponding to the number of people in the home and move
across to the appropriate hardness column. The number in
the shaded region is the salt dosage. The other
number is the frequency of regeneration.
SALT DOSAGE
To set the salt dosage, refer to Fig. 8. Loosen screw (A) and
rotate outer dial until the salt dosage dial line up with the
indicator mark (D). Tighten screw (A).
*In household application, not recommended for over 10 people because of pressure drop limitations.
TABLE 2A— CULLIGAN ESTATE0.7FT3WATER CONDITIONER SALT DOSAGE — FREQUENCY
Total Water Hardness in Grains Per Gallon (mg/L) as Calcium Carbonate Water
*Persons Usage
in 0-7 8-14 15-21 22-28 29-35 36-42 43-49 50-56 57-63 64-75 Gal. (Litres)
Household (0-120) (121-240) (241-360) (361-480) (481-600) (601-720) (721-840) (841-960) (961-1080) (1081-1280) per day
11 12233 336
2150(570)
5575656895
11 22336 666
3225(850)
5757695568
12 23366 666
4300(1135)
55769568912
12 33666 66
5375(1420)
55595791213
12 36666
6450(1705)
79856912
23 6666
7525(1990)
5555812
23 666
8600(2270)
57569
23 666
9675(2555)
595713
23 66
10 750(2840)
51259

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TABLE2B—CULLIGANESTATE 1.0FT3WATER CONDITIONER SALTDOSAGE—FREQUENCY
Total Water Hardness in Grains Per Gallon (mg/L) as Calcium Carbonate Gallons
*Persons (Liters) of
in 0-10 11-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61-70 71-80 81-90 91-100 Water
Household (0-170) (171-340) (341-515) (516-685) (686-855) (856-1025) (1026-1200) (1201-1370) (1371-1540) (1541-1700) per day
12 3 33 3 66
2150(570)
11 9 7 10 15 15 8 9
33 3 66 6 66
3225(850)
7911711121314
33 6 66 6 66
4300(1135)
9 10 8 10 12 13 17 17
1366666
5375(1420)
61179121317
13 66666
6450(1705)
9 105 9 10 1517
23 6666
7525(1990)
5 10 6 10 13 17
26 666
8600(2270)
7571016
36 666
9675(2555)
5771317
36 66
10 750(2840)
86815
TABLE2C—CULLIGANESTATE 1.5FT3WATER CONDITIONER SALTDOSAGE—FREQUENCY
Total Water Hardness in Grains Per Gallon (mg/L) as Calcium Carbonate Gallons
*Persons (Liters) of
in 0-10 11-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61-70 71-80 81-90 91-100 Water
Household (0-170) (171-340) (341-515) (516-685) (686-855) (856-1025) (1026-1200) (1201-1370) (1371-1540) (1541-1700) per day
12 3 33 3 66
2150(570)
9768111299
23 3 36 6 66
3225(850)
679137101114
33 6 66 6 66
4300(1135)
6 8 6 8 11 12 17 20
36 6 66 6 6
5375(1420)
75710141820
13 36666 6
6450(1705)
85979131820
23 66666
7525(1990)
5 6 5 8 12 16 20
23 6666
8600(2270)
56681320
23 666
9675(2555)
6861116
23 666
10 750(2840)
7971220

REGENERATIONFREQUENCY
To set the regeneration frequency, push the number of pins in
which corresponds to the number located in Table 2 (refer to
Fig. 9 and Table 3).
FIG. 9
TABLE3—RECHARGE FREQUENCY
SALT 0-10 11-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61-75
DOSAGE (0-170) (171-340) (341-515) (516-685) (686-855) (856-1025) (1026-1280)
1200 500 300 200
4NA NA NA
(270) (235) (190) (168)
1300 500 300 200 200
5NA NA
(230) (265) (210) (183) (106)
1400 600 300 200 200
6NA NA
(200) (200) (233) (200) (120)
1400 600 400 200 200
7NA NA
(250) (225) (150) (213) (130)
1500 600 400 300 200
8NA NA
(210) (255) (170) (128) (142)
1500 700 400 300 200
9NA NA
(270) (185) (190) (143) (154)
1500 700 400 300 200
10 NA NA
(270) (210) (207) (155) (164)
1600 700 500 300 200 200
11 NA
(260) (230) (120) (165) (172) (110)
1700 800 500 300 200 200
12 NA
(200) (150) (133) (175) (180) (117)
TABLE 4A — ESTATE®2M 0.7FT3GALLON CAPACITIES TO SIGNAL (RESERVE)
TOTAL WATER HARDNESS IN GRAINS PER GALLON (mg/l)
SOFT-MINDERMETERINGDEVICE
The Estate 2M water conditioners are equipped with a Soft-
Minder meter which regenerates based upon the water
consumption patterns of the household.
GALLONSSETTING
Determine the daily use for the household. Usually 75-100
gallons per day per person is adequate. Using Table 4, locate
the hardness range for your water supply. Move down the
column and locate the gallons setting and salt dosage which
best suits the application. Usually two to three days between
regenerations yields the best results. Allow for one half to
one days water usage as reserve capacity. Set the salt dosage
per the instructions on page 9.
Set the gallons setting on the circuit board. This is done by
removing the two screws of the front cover. The circuit board
is located on the upper left hand corner of the back plate. A
set of six dip switches on the circuit board determine the
gallons capacity. Refer to Table 5, Figs. 10 and 11 when
setting the dip switches. Make sure all recharge frequency
pins are pushed IN.
There are two pilot lights located on the circuit board.
• Thegreen pilotlight flickerswhen waterisflowingthrough
the water meter.
• The amber pilot light is a latching indicator, when the pre
setgalloncount haspassed, the amberlight will illuminate
indicating that the unit will regenerate that night.
SETTINGS /11
No.Down on Pin No.In on Recharge
Salt Chart FrequencyDial Frequency
1 1 Every six days
2 1 & 4 Every three days
3 1, 3 & 5 Everyotherday
6 All Pins Everyday

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SALT 0-10 11-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61-70 71-80 81-90 91-100
DOSAGE (0-170) (171-340) (341-515) (516-685) (686-855) (856-1025) (1026-1200) (1201-1370) (1371-1540) (1541-1700)
2000 900 500 300
5 NANANANANANA
(255) (227) (251) (263)
2100 900 500 300
6 NANANANANANA
(285) (292) (295) (296)
2300 1000 600 400 300
7NA NA NA NA NA
(220) (260) (240) (230) (204)
2400 1100 600 400 300
8NA NA NA NA NA
(255) (227) (285) (263) (231)
2500 1100 700 400 300
9NA NA NA NA NA
(285) (292) (228) (296) (257)
2600 1200 700 500 300
10 NA NA NA NA NA
(310) (255) (270) (227) (282)
2800 1200 700 500 300 300
11 NA NA NA NA
(227) (213) (309) (256) (305) (204)
2900 1300 800 500 400 300
12 NA NA NA NA
(230) (265) (243) (282) (226) (221)
3000 1400 800 500 400 300
13 NA NA NA NA
(225) (212) (275) (306) (245) (237)
3000 1400 800 600 400 300
14 NA NA NA NA
(310) (255) (303) (227) (262) (251)
3100 1400 900 600 400 300
15 NA NA NA NA
(300) (300) (233) (250) (280) (266)
3100 1500 900 600 400 300
16 NA NA NA NA
(385) (242) (261) (271) (297) (280)
3100 1500 900 600 500 300 300
17 NA NA NA
(471) (285) (290) (292) (214) (295) (210)
TABLE 4B — ESTATE®2M 1.0FT3GALLON CAPACITIES TO SIGNAL (RESERVE)
TOTAL WATER HARDNESS IN GRAINS PER GALLON (mg/l)
SALT 0-10 11-20 21-30 31-40 41-50 51-60 61-70 71-80 81-90 91-100
DOSAGE (0-170) (171-340) (341-515) (516-685) (686-855) (856-1025) (1026-1200) (1201-1370) (1371-1540) (1541-1700)
2500 1100 700 400 300
7NA NA NA NA NA
(316) (308) (239) (304) (263)
2700 1200 700 500 300 300
8NA NA NA NA
(300) (300) (300) (250) (300) (200)
2900 1300 800 500 400 300
9NA NA NA NA
(295) (297) (265) (298) (239) (232)
3100 1400 900 600 400 300
10 NA NA NA NA
(290) (295) (230) (247) (278) (265)
3100 1500 900 600 500 300 300
11 NA NA NA
(485) (292) (295) (296) (217) (297) (212)
3100 1600 1000 700 500 400 300
12 NA NA NA
(670) (285) (256) (242) (254) (228) (238)
3100 1700 1100 700 500 400 300
13 NA NA NA
(840) (270) (213) (285) (288) (256) (262)
3100 1800 1100 800 600 400 300 300
14 NA NA
(996) (248) (265) (224) (219) (282) (285) (212)
3100 1900 1200 800 600 400 300 300
15 NA NA
(1125) (212) (208) (256) (245) (204) (203) (228)
3100 1900 1200 800 600 500 400 300
16 NA NA
(1235) (267) (245) (283) (267) (222) (219) (241)
3100 2000 1200 900 600 500 400 300
17 NA NA
(1335) (217) (278) (208) (287) (239) (233) (254)
3100 2000 1300 900 700 500 400 300 300
18 NA
(1410) (255) (203) (227) (202) (251) (244) (263) (201)
3100 2000 1300 900 700 500 400 300 300
19 NA
(1490) (295) (230) (247) (218) (265) (255) (273) (210)
3100 2100 1300 900 700 500 400 300 300 300
20 (1580) (240) (260) (270) (236) (280) (268) (285) (220) (168)
TABLE 4C — ESTATE®2M 1.5FT3GALLON CAPACITIES TO SIGNAL(RESERVE)
TOTAL WATER HARDNESS IN GRAINS PER GALLON (mg/l)

TABLE5—REGENERATIONSCHEDULE
CAPACITY SWITCH POSITION
(GALS.) SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6
10 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF
100 ON OFF OFF OFF OFF
200 OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
300 ON ON OFF OFF OFF
400 OFF OFF ON OFF OFF
500 ON OFF ON OFF OFF
600 OFF ON ON OFF OFF
700 ON ON ON OFF OFF
800 OFF OFF OFF ON OFF
900 ON OFF OFF ON OFF
1000 OFF ON OFF ON OFF
1100 ON ON OFF ON OFF
1200 OFF OFF ON ON OFF
1300 ON OFF ON ON OFF
1400 OFF ON ON ON OFF
1500 ON ON ON ON OFF
1600 OFF OFF OFF OFF ON
1700 ON OFF OFF OFF ON
1800 OFF ON OFF OFF ON
1900 ON ON OFF OFF ON
2000 OFF OFF ON OFF ON
2100 ON OFF ON OFF ON
2200 OFF ON ON OFF ON
2300 ON ON ON OFF ON
2400 OFF OFF OFF ON ON
2500 ON OFF OFF ON ON
2600 OFF ON OFF ON ON
2700 ON ON OFF ON ON
2800 OFF OFF ON ON ON
2900 ON OFF ON ON ON
3000 OFF ON ON ON ON
3100 ON ON ON ON ON
SETTINGS /13
FIG. 10
FIG. 12
The softener also has a ten gallon setting to assist the service
personnel in trouble shooting the equipment. To trouble shoot
the meter, set the dip switches to the OFF position. Run
water into a measured pail. The green light will flicker. When
ten gallons has passed, the amber light will light up. This will
help determine if the meter is properly measuring the
gallon count.
Brine Valve "A" Dimension
The brine valve contains a float-actuated safety shut-off de-
vice to prevent overflow of the brine tank in the unlikely
case of an electrical or mechanical failure during the brine
tank refill cycle.
It is recommended that the brine valve float be used as in-
tended, that is, as a secondary, safety shutoff. Remember,
the timer mechanism provides the primary refill shut-off. To
use the float as a safety shut-off, refer to Table 6 for the salt
dosage and brine tank size being used. The "A" dimension is
the distance between the filter screen and the bottom of the
float (Fig. 12) when the float stem is in its fully raised posi-
tion; adjust the float and rubber grommets accordingly.
RAPIDRINSE
The rapid rinse time, which is established when setting the
salt dosage, is usually adequate for most installations. It may
be increased, if necessary, but it MUST NEVER be reduced
from the salt dosage which is required for adequate
regeneration.
To adjust rapid rinse refer to the section on Salt Dosage. Each
one-pound increase in salt dosage will increase rapid rinse
time,the brinevalve floatwill becomethe primarybrine refill
shutoff. In this case refer to the correctTable 7 column for the
salt dosage and brine tank size being used, and adjust
the "A" dimension accordingly.
RUN TEST
SW-1 OFF ON
FIG. 11

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160 lb. Brine Tank 250 lb. Brine Tank 375 lb. Brine Tank
Salt "A" Dimension "A" Dimension "A" Dimension
Dosage Secondary (Only) Secondary Primary Secondary Primary
(Pounds) inches (cm) inches (cm) inches (cm) inches (cm) inches (cm)
3 6 (15.2) ————————
4 7-3/4 (19.7) ————————
5 9-1/2 (24.1) 8 (20.3) 6 (15.2) 6-1/2 (16.5) 4-1/2 (11.4)
6 1-1/4 (28.6) 9-3/8 (23.8) 7-3/8 (18.7) 7-1/2 (19.0) 5-1/2 (14.0)
7 13 (33.0) 10-7/8 (27.6) 8-7/8 (22.5) 8-1/2 (21.6) 6-1/2 (16.5)
8 14-3/4 (37.5) 12-1/4 (31.1) 10-1/4 (26.0) 9-1/2 (24.1) 7-1/2 (19.0)
9 16-1/2 (42.0) 13-5/8 (34.6) 11-5/8 (29.5) 10-1/2 (26.7) 8-1/2 (21.6)
10 18-1/4 (46.3) 15 (38.1) 13 (33.0) 11-1/2 (29.2) 9-1/2 (24.1)
11 20 (51.0) 16-3/8 (41.6) 14-3/8 (36.5) 12-1/2 (31.7) 10-1/2 (26.7)
12 21-3/4 (55.2) 17-3/4 (45.1) 15-3/4 (40.0) 13-1/2 (34.3) 11-1/2 (29.2)
13 21-1/2 (59.7) 19-1/8 (48.6) 17-1/8 (43.5) 14-1/2 (36.8) 12-1/2 (31.7)
14 25-1/4 (64.1) 20-1/2 (52.1) 18-1/2 (47.0) 15-1/2 (39.4) 13-1/2 (34.3)
15 — — 21-7/8 (55.5) 19-7/8 (50.5) 16-1/2 (42.0) 14-1/2 (36.8)
16 — — 23-1/4 (59.0) 21-1/4 (54.0) 17-1/2 (44.5) 15-1/2 (39.4)
17 — — 24-5/8 (62.5) 22-5/8 (57.5) 18-1/2 (47.0) 16-1/2 (42.0)
18 — — 26 (66.0) 24 (61.0) 19-1/2 (49.5) 17-1/2 (44.5)
19 — — 27-3/8 (69.5) 25-3/8 (64.5) 20-1/2 (52.1) 18-1/2 (47.0)
20 — — 28-3/4 (73.0) 26-3/4 (68.0) 21-1/2 (54.6) 19-1/2 (49.5)
TABLE 6 - "A" DIMENSION CHART

Start-Up Procedure
WARNING: FOR PROTECTION, A SANITIZING
AGENTHASBEENADDEDTOTHESOFTENERTANK
AT THE FACTORY. THIS SANITIZING AGENT MUST
BE FLUSHED OUT BEFORE THE UNIT IS PLACED
INTO SERVICEBYRUNNINGATLEAST50GALLONS
OFWATERTHROUGHTHEUNIT DRAIN.
1. Connect the power cord to a grounded 3-wire, 120 Volt,
60 Hertz outlet, or a 2-wire outlet with a suitable 3-wire
adapter (properly grounded to the outlet box or plate).
2. Set the timer to the correct time of recharge and time of
day.
3. Caution the homeowner to not use water for about 30
minutes while you complete the start-up.
4. Shift the by pass valve to the SOFT WATER position by
pushing in the blue knob. The mineral tank will begin to
fill with water.
5. After about one minute, shift the bypass valve to the
BYPASS position by pushing in the red knob.
6. Advance the cam gear of the timer clockwise to the back-
wash position. This will expel air from the mineral tank
to drain.
7. When all the air has been expelled from the mineral tank,
advance the cam gear to the service position.
8. Repeat steps 4 through 7.
9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 again.
10.Shift the Bypass Valve to the SOFT WATER position,
initiate a recharge and allow the recharge cycle to run to
completion.
WARNING:ALTHOUGHNOT NORMALLYNECES-
SARY, SHOULD YOU NEED TO DISASSEMBLEANY
PART OF THE CONTROL VALVE OR REMOVE THE
CONTROL FROM THE TANKASSEMBLY ORASSO-
CIATEDPLUMBING,DEPRESSURIZETHE UNITFIRST
CLOSING THE MAIN SUPPLYVALVE, THEN OPEN A
CONVENIENT FAUCET DOWN STREAM FROM THE
WATERCONDITIONER.
During the recharge cycle, hard water will be available to all
the lines in the household. Immediately following recharge,
the water to service will be soft.
Because of the volume of water contained in the water heater,
the hot water may not be soft for several days. Soft hot water
can be made available almost immediately, however, if the
water heater is drained immediately after recharge and
allowed to refill with soft water.
BEFORELEAVING THE INSTALLATIONSITE
Makesurethe brine tankisfilled with waterto the level of
the float. Fill the tank with a hose or put the unit into a full
recharge so that the brine refill cycle will fill the tank.
Explain the operation of the softener to the customer. Give
thecustomer acopy ofthe Owner'sGuide andwarranty policy.
Make sure the customer knows that there will be new sounds
associated with the recharging of the unit. Advise the
customer to periodically check and replenish the salt supply.
Clean up the unit and the installation site, removing any
soldering or pipe threading residues from the equipment with
a damp towel.
START-UPPROCEDURE /15

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Operation, Care and Maintenance
Use of Bypass Valve
Depending on where the particular installation was made,
the outside sill cocks may or may not be served by condi-
tioned water. Ideally, all lines not requiring soft water should
be taken off upstream of the softener. This is not always pos-
sible, however, due to the construction of the house, or the
difficultyor expenseof rearranging thepiping inolderhomes.
You should bypass the conditioner:
• If the outside lines do not bypass the water softener and
the water is to be used for lawn sprinkling or other outside
uses.
• If water is not used for several days (e.g., during vacation
periods).
• If you wish to inspect or work on the valve or salt
container.
• If a water leak from a valve is evident.
Bypass Valve
With the blue knob pushed fully inward (knob up against the
barrel of the valve), water is routed through the water condi-
tioner where it is softened. Water may be bypassed around
the conditioner by pushing the red knob fully inward.Avoid
"slapping" the valve when shifting from one position to
another.
NOTICE: If the media tank is to remain attached to the
control, close the inlet valve, then open the bypass valve.
CAREANDCLEANING
Protect the operation and appearance of the water conditioner
by following these precautions:
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the conditioner cover.
• Use only mild soap and warm water to clean the exterior
ofthe unit. Neveruse harshabrasive cleanersorcompounds
which contain acid or bleach.
• Protect the conditioner and drain line from freezing
temperatures.
• Reset the timer as soon as possible after any interruption
of electrical power to keep the unit on its normal schedule.
CLEANINGTHESALTSTORAGE TANK
Because all salts contain some insoluble matter (purified salt
contains less than rock salt) your salt storage container will
require occasional cleaning to keep your conditioner at peak
operating efficiency.
TOOLSNEEDED
Scoop
Clean, bucket-size container
Philips-head screwdriver
Garden hose
Household scrub brush or sponge
• Remove the salt storage tank cover and the cap from the
brine valve chamber.
• Lift the brine valve out of the brine valve chamber and set
aside in an upright position.
• If you'd like to save any clean, dry salt remaining in the
tank, remove it and place it in a clean container.
• Using the scoop, dig out and discard as much remaining
salt, water and debris as possible.

• Remove the brine valve chamber by removing the screws
on the side of the salt tank.
• Remove the salt plate at the bottom of the brine tank.
• Lay the salt tank on its side and direct a brisk stream of
water from your garden hose to its inside to rinse out all
residue.
• Using a household scrub brush and a mild soapy solution,
clean the salt plate. This will complete the tank cleaning.
• Stand salt tank upright. Replace the salt plate. Place brine
valve chamber in position and affix with screws.
• Insert the brine valve into the chamber and replace valve
chamber cap.
• Fill the storage tank with 4 to 6 inches of water.
• Fill the tank with salt to within a few inches from the top.
• Replace the salt storage tank cover.
OPERATION,CAREANDMAINTENANCE /17