Culligan GOLD SERIES Installation instructions

Cat. No. 01018853
Rev. C 08/20/07
DCO # 10083
Installation,
Operation &
Service Instructions
with Parts List
Culligan Gold Series™
Water Softener
Models from 2006
© 2007 Culligan International Company

Attention Culligan Customer:
The installation, service and maintenance of this equipment should be rendered by a
qualified and trained service technician. Your local independently operated Culligan
dealer employs trained service and maintenance personnel who are experienced in
the installation, function and repair of Culligan equipment. This publication is written
specifically for these individuals and is intended for their use.
We encourage Culligan users to learn about Culligan products, but we believe that
product knowledge is best obtained by consulting with your Culligan dealer. Untrained
individuals who use this manual assume the risk of any resulting property damage or
personal injury.
Culligan International Company
9399 W. Higgins Road, Suite 1100
Rosemont, Illinois 60018
847.430.2800
www.culligan.com
ii Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener
This system is not intended to be used for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe
or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
Warning! Prior to servicing equipment, disconnect power supply to prevent
electrical shock.
Warning! If incorrectly installed, operated or maintained, this product can cause
severe injury. Those who install, operate, or maintain this product should be
trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers, and should read the entire manual
before attempting to install, operate or maintain this product.

Table of Contents Page
Important Safety Information ..........................................i
Introduction....................................................................2
Performance Specifications...........................................3
Preparation....................................................................4
Basic Principles .............................................................6
Flow Diagrams...............................................................8
Controller Features......................................................13
Operation.....................................................................14
Installation ...................................................................16
Programming...............................................................23
Statistical Data.............................................................35
Manual Cycling............................................................40
Table of Contents Page
Final Start-up...............................................................41
Care and Maintenance ................................................43
Recommeded Preventative Maintenance....................44
Error Codes .................................................................46
Diagnostics..................................................................48
Troubleshooting...........................................................50
Service.........................................................................58
Wiring Schematics.......................................................61
Appendix A - Flow Rates & Capacities........................62
Appendix B - Aqua-Sensor®Application Guidelines ....65
Service Parts ...............................................................66
Table of Contents 1
Installation,
Operation &
Service Instructions
with Parts List
Culligan Gold Series™
Water Softener
Models from 2006

Introduction
Read this Manual First
Before you operate the Culligan Gold Series™Water Softening System, read this manual to become familiar with the device and
its capabilities.
Watch for Special Paragraphs
Please read the special paragraphs in this manual. Examples are shown below.
The Culligan Gold Series Water Softeners are tested and certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI Standard
44 for the effective reduction of hardness (calcium and magnesium) and barium/radium as tested and
substantiated by test data.
The Culligan Gold Series Water Softeners are tested and certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI Standard
61 for material requirements.
For installations in Massachusetts, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Code 248 CMR
shall be adhered to. Consult your licensed plumber for installation of the system. This system and
its installation must comply with state and local regulations. The use of saddle valves is
not permitted.
Safe Practices
Throughout this manual there are paragraphs set off by special headings.
Note: Note is used to emphasize installation, operation or maintenance information which is important, but does not present any
hazard. Example:
Caution! Caution is used when failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or property. Example:
Warning! Warning is used to indicate a hazard which could cause injury or death if ignored. Example:
Serial Numbers
The control valve serial number is located on the back of the timer case.
The media tank serial number is located on the top surface of the tank.
This publication is based on information available when approved for printing. Continuing design refinement could cause
changes that may not be included in this publication.
Products manufactured and marked by Culligan International Company (Culligan) and its affiliates are protected by patents issued or pending
in the United States and other countries. Culligan reserves the right to change the specifications referred to in this literature at any time, without
prior notice. Culligan, Aqua-Sensor, Tripl-Hull, Flo-Pak and Soft-Minder are trademarks of Culligan International Company or its affiliates.
2 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener
Note: Check and comply with your state and local codes. You must follow these guidelines.
Caution! Disassembly while under water pressure can result in flooding.
Warning! Electrical shock hazard! Unplug the unit before removing the cover or accessing any internal
control parts.
Note: The nipple must extend no more than 1 inch above the cover plate.
Note: Do not remove or destroy the serial number. It must be referenced on request for warranty repair or replacement.

Performance Specifications
Performance Specifications 3
Control Valve 9” Model
1” Reinforced
Thermoplastic
10” Model
1” Reinforced
Thermoplastic
12” Model
1” Reinforced
Thermoplastic
14” Model
1” Reinforced
Thermoplastic
Overall Conditioner Ht 54 in 60 in 58 in 71 in
Media Tank Design Quadra-Hull™Quadra-Hull Quadra-Hull Quadra-Hull
Media Tank
Dimensions (Dia x Ht)
9 x 48 in 10 x 54 in 12 x 52 in 14 x 65 in
Salt Storage Tank
Dimensions (Dia x Ht)
16 x 43 in or 18 x 43 in 18 x 43 in 18 x 43 in 24 x 42 in
Exchange Media, Type
and Quantity
Cullex®Media, 1.0 ft3Cullex Media, 1.5 ft3Cullex Media, 2.0 ft3Cullex Media, 3.0 ft3
Underbedding, Type
and Quantity
Cullsan®
Underbedding, 12 lb
Cullsan Underbedding,
15 lb
Cullsan Underbedding,
20 lb
Cullsan Underbedding,
25 lb
Exchange Capacity
@ Salt Dosage Per
Recharge
19,086 gr @ 4.0 lb
26,301 gr @ 8.0 lb
30,787 gr @ 12.0 lb
28,629 gr @ 6.0 lb
39,451 gr @ 12.0 lb
46,180 gr @ 18.0 lb
35,614 gr @ 8.0 lb
51,659 gr @ 16.0 lb
60,523 gr @ 24.0 lb
53,540 gr @ 12.0 lb
77,660 gr @ 24.0 lb
90,986 gr @ 36.0 lb
Efficiency rated
dosage1
4,770 gr/lb
@ 4 lb salt dosage
4,770 gr/lb
@ 6 lb salt dosage
4,450 gr/lb
@ 8 lb salt dosage
4,460 gr/lb
@ 12 lb salt dosage
Freeboard to Media214.5 in 14.5 in 16 in 25 in
Freeboard to
Underbedding3
44.5 in 47.5 in 46 in 59 in
Salt Storage Capacity 250 lb or 375 lb 375 lb 375 lb 600 lb
Rated Service Flow @
Pressure Drop
9.0 gpm @ 14 psi 9.4 gpm @ 15 psi 10.0 gpm @ 15 psi 10.6 gpm @ 15 psi
Total Hardness,
Maximum
75 gpg 99 gpg 99 gpg 99 gpg
Total Iron, Maximum 5 ppm 5 ppm 5 ppm 5 ppm
Hardness to Iron Ratio,
Minimum
8 gpg to 1 ppm 8 gpg to 1 ppm 8 gpg to 1 ppm 8 gpg to 1 ppm
Operating Pressure 20-125 psi 20-125 psi 20-125 psi 20-125 psi
Operating Pressure
(Canada)
20-90 psi 20-90 psi 20-90 psi 20-90 psi
Operating Temperature 33-120°F 33-120°F 33-120°F 33-120°F
Electrical
Requirements
24V/60 Hz 24V/60 Hz 24V/60 Hz 24V/60 Hz
Electrical Power
Consumption, Min/Max
3 Watts/35 Watts 3 Watts/35 Watts 3 Watts/35 Watts 3 Watts/35 Watts
Drain Flow, Maximum41.6 gpm 1.6 gpm 2.6 gpm 6.6 gpm
Recharge Time,
Average5Recharge
Water
68 min 57 min 52 min 55 min
Consumption,
Average5
35 gal 46 gal 51 gal 176 gal
1 The efficiency rated dosage is only valid at the stated salt dosage and is efficiency rated according to NSF/ANSI 44.
2 Measured from top of media to top surface of tank threads. (backwashed and drained).
3 Measured from top of underbedding to top surface of tank threads.
4 Backwash at 120 psi (830 kPa).
5 10 minute backwash, 4 lb 9” model, 6 lb. 10” model, 7 lb. 12” model or 12 lb. 14” model salt dosage.

Component Description
The water conditioner is shipped from the factory in a minimum of four cartons. Remove all components from their cartons and
inspect them before starting installation.
Control Valve Assembly - Includes the regeneration control valve and the Accusoft®Plus Controller. Small parts packages will
contain additional installation hardware, and the conditioner Owner’s Guide.
Media Tank - Includes Quadra-Hull™media tank complete with Cullex®ion exchange resin, underbedding and outlet manifold
(12” and 14” tanks are shipped without media).
Salt Storage Tank Assembly - Includes salt storage container with support plate and Dubl-Safe™brine refill valve and chamber.
Bypass Valve - Includes the molded bypass valve, the interconnecting couplings, and the assembly pins.
Tools and Materials
The following tools and supplies will be needed, depending on installation method. Observe all applicable codes.
All Installations
• Safety glasses
• Phillips screwdrivers, small and medium tip.
• Gauge assembly (PN 00-3044-50 or equivalent)
• Silicone lubricant (PN 00-4715-07 or equivalent) - DO NOT USE PETROLEUM-BASED LUBRICANTS
• A bucket, preferably light-colored
• Towels
Special Tools
• Torch, solder and flux for sweat copper connections
• Use only lead-free solder and flux for all sweat-solder connections, as required by state and local codes.
• Threading tools, pipe wrenches and thread sealer for threaded connections.
• Saw, solvent and cement for plastic pipe connections.
Materials
• Brine line, 3/8” (PN 01-0098-19 or equivalent) or 1/2” (P/N 00-9018-00 or equivalent)
• Drain line, 1/2” (PN 00-3030-82, gray, semi-flexible; or PN 00-3319-46, black, semi-rigid; or equivalent)
• Thread sealing tape
• Pressure reducing valve (if pressure exceeds 125 psi [860 kPa], PN 00-4909-00 or equivalent)
• Pipe and fittings suited to the type of installation
• Water softener salt (rock, solar or pellet salt formulated specifically for water softeners)
Application
Water quality - Verify that raw water hardness and iron are within limits. Note the hardness for setting the salt dosage and
recharge frequency.
Iron is a common water problem. The chemical/physical nature of iron found in natural water supplies is exhibited in four
general types:
1. Dissolved Iron - Also called ferrous or “clear water” iron. Up to 5 ppm of this type of iron can be removed from the water by
the same ion exchange principle that removes the hardness elements, calcium and magnesium. Dissolved iron is soluble in
water and is detected by taking a sample of the water to be treated in a clear glass. The water in the glass is initially clear,
but on standing exposed to the air, it may gradually turn cloudy or colored as it oxidizes.
Note: Check and comply with your state and local codes. You must follow these guidelines.
For installations in Massachusetts, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Plumbing Code 248 CMR shall be adhered to.
Consult your licensed plumber for installation of the system. This system and its installation must comply with state and
local regulations. The use of saddle valves is not permitted.
Preparation
4 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener

Preparation 5
2. Particulate Iron - Also called ferric or colloidal iron. This type of iron is an undissolved particle of iron. A softener will
remove larger particles, but they may not be washed out in regeneration effectively and will eventually foul the ion exchange
resin. A filtering treatment will be required to remove this type of iron.
3. Organic Bound Iron - This type of iron is strongly attached to an organic compound in the water. The ion exchange process
alone cannot break this attachment and the softener will not remove this type of iron.
4. Bacterial Iron - This type of iron is protected inside a bacteria cell. Like the organic bound iron, it is not removed by a water
softener.
When using a softener to remove both hardness and up to 5 ppm of dissolved iron it is important that it regenerates more
frequently than ordinarily would be calculated for hardness removal alone. Although many factors and formulas have been used
to determine this frequency, it is recommended that the softener be regenerated when it has reached 50 - 75% of the calculated
hardness alone capacity. This will minimize the potential for bed fouling (iron removal claims have not been verified by the Water
Quality Association or Underwriters Laboratories).
If you are operating a water softener on clear water iron, regular resin bed cleaning is needed to keep the bed from coating with iron.
Even when operating a softener on water with less than the maximum of dissolved iron, regular cleanings should be performed.
Clean every six months or more often if iron appears in your conditioned water supply. Use resin bed cleaning compounds carefully
following the directions on the container. Hardness sample kits are available through your local Culligan dealer.
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 pressure at which the pump starts) is greater than 20 psi (140 kPa). Adjust the
pressure switch if necessary.
Temperature - Do not install the unit where it might freeze, or next to a water heater or furnace or in direct sunlight. Outdoor
installation is not recommended and voids the warranty. Use the Culligan Outdoor Gold Series softener for outdoor installations.
The Culligan Outdoor Gold Series softener has been certified by Underwriter’s Laboratories for outdoor installation. If installing
in an outside location, you must take the steps necessary to assure the softener, installation plumbing, wiring, etc. are as well
protected from the elements (sunlight, rain, wind, heat, cold), contamination, vandalism, etc. as when installed indoors.
Location
Space requirements - Allow 6-12 inches (15-30 cm) behind the unit for plumbing and drain lines and 4 feet (1.3 meters) above
for service access and filling the salt container.
Floor surface - Choose an area with solid, level floor free of bumps or irregularities. Bumps, cracks, stones and other
irregularities can cause the salt storage tank bottom to crack when filled with salt and water.
Drain facilities - Choose a nearby drain that can handle the rated drain flow (floor drain, sink or stand pipe). Refer to the Drain
Line Chart, Table 3 (page 21), for maximum drain line length.
Electrical facilities - A 10-foot cord and wall mount plug-in transformer are provided. The customer should provide a receptacle,
preferably one not controlled by a switch that can be turned off accidentally. Observe local electrical codes.
Note: Most codes require an anti-siphon device or airgap. Observe all local plumbing codes and drain restrictions. The
system and installation must comply with all state and local laws and regulations.
Caution! Do not use where the water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection before or after the unit.
Note: P.N. 01012956 and P.N. 01018133 plug-in transformer are rated for indoor installations only.
P.N. 01015972 plug-in transformer is rated for indoor/outdoor installations. (Non-Aqua-Sensor®)
Note: The softener works on 24 volt - 60 Hz power only. Be sure to use the included transformer. Be sure the electrical outlet and
transformer are in an inside location to protect from moisture. Properly ground to conform with all governing codes and ordinances.
Caution! The use of a pressure reducing valve may limit the flow of water in the household.

Basic Principles
6 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener
Terms
Brine - A solution of water and salt used to regenerate the resin.
Distributor - A pipe with slits that allows the water to enter and leave inside the media tank.
Media - The underbedding and resin the media tank holds.
Regenerate - A process where the resin once exhausted of its softening capabilities is revitalized to soften again.
Resin - The actual material that softens hard water, shaped like little beads.
Underbedding - A gravel mixture that keeps the resin from entering the distributors.
Brine Tank
Cover
Brine Tank
Salt Plate
Brine Valve
Brine
Chamber
Brine Tank - Figure 1
Refer to section “Filling the Salt Storage Container”,
page 21 for proper Brine Tank usage.
Media Tank - Figure 2
The letters underneath the component’s description
refer to the values listed on Appendix A, Table 2
- Media Volumes and Freeboard.

Basic Principles 7
What is Hard Water?
Water is said to be hard when it carries too high a concentration of calcium and magnesium. Acceptable water hardness levels
will vary depending on the application.
How Does it Work?
The components of dissolved minerals are called ions. They carry either a positive or negative charge. Hardness ions of minerals
dissolved in water carry a positive charge. These positively charged ions (cations) are attracted to a synthetic softening material
called ion exchange resin.
The heart of the softening system, therefore, is a deep bed of resin which draws calcium and magnesium ions, as well as ferrous
iron, from the water as it passes through the resin bed.
Can the Resin Draw Out Hardness Ions Indefinitely?
No. During normal operation, the resin becomes saturated with positive ions and functions less efficiently. When hardness
leakage occurs, the resin should be regenerated to restore its efficiency.
How Do You Regenerate Resin?
You regenerate a resin bed by removing the mineral ions through a process called “ion exchange”. This regeneration process
occurs in four steps and takes approximately 50 to 70 minutes. Each of the following steps are graphically depicted on pages 8 - 12.
1. Backwash - During the backwash step, raw water flows rapidly upward (in reverse direction to the service flow) through the
resin bed to expand the bed and flush out accumulated dirt, sediment and other sources of turbidity.
2. Brine Draw - The brine solution consisting of water and salt is drawn from a brine storage tank and allowed to flow slowly
down through the resin bed. The brine solution removes the calcium and magnesium ions from the resin.
3. Slow Rinse - Brine draw is then followed by a raw water slow rinse. This rinse step will slowly remove most of the remaining
brine, exchanged calcium and magnesium ions from the resin.
4. Fast Rinse - Slow rinse is followed by a raw water flush, a very rapid down flow of raw water which removes the last traces
of brine, and settles the resin bed.
How Often Must You Regenerate?
Frequency must be determined for each installation based on the amount of water usage, its degree of hardness and the amount
of resin through which it flows. In some cases it is necessary to utilize a resin cleaner when the raw water contains iron. Contact
your local Culligan dealer for more information.
How Do You Control the Regeneration Process?
The regeneration process for the water softener is controlled automatically either on a predetermined time, volume, or
external signal basis through the use of the Culligan Accusoft Plus controller with optional Aqua-Sensor®or flow sensor. The
regeneration process can also be initiated manually by the operator as required.

Service
Refer to Figure 3
Raw water is allowed in the inlet to the top of the tank. The water is run through the resin up the manifold to the outlet. The
water to the outlet should be soft if the system is operating properly.
Figure 3
Flow Diagrams
8 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener

Backwash
Refer to Figure 4
Raw water is directed down the center of the manifold, up through the resin, out the top of the tank to drain. The water to drain
should be hard.
Figure 4
Flow Diagrams 9

Regenerant Draw
Refer to Figure 5
Raw water is directed from the inlet through the nozzle and into the throat. A vacuum is created and concentrated brine is
educted (drawn). The raw water and concentrated brine combine, enter the mineral tank, and pass through the resin, up the
manifold and to the drain. Once all of the brine has been educted and the brine valve seats, the unit goes into slow rinse. Hard
water is allowed to service during regeneration.
Figure 5
10 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener

Slow Rinse
Refer to Figure 6
Raw water is directed from the inlet through the nozzle and into the throat. A vacuum is created but the brine valve has seated,
so no brine is educted. The raw water enters the mineral tank, passes through the resin, up the manifold and to the drain. Hard
water is allowed to service during regeneration.
Figure 6
Flow Diagrams 11

Fast Rinse/Refill
Refer to Figure 7
Raw water is directed from the inlet, through the eductor and inlet to the top of tank, down the resin, up the manifold, out to drain
and brine line until the correct amount of water is in the brine tank. Hard water is allowed to service during regeneration.
Figure 7
FAST
RINSE
& REFILL
12 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener

The Culligan Gold Series™control’s primary function is to initiate and control the regeneration process via methods that are most
convenient and cost effective for the customer while offering many operation features and benefits.
Features
• Power Source
Electrical power required for the control is 24-VAC 50/60 Hz. A plug-in
transformer (120v/24v) is provided
• Battery Backup
Battery backup is available as an optional field add-on. The battery backup
will maintain the time of day for a minimum of 4 weeks using a 3.6V 1/2AA-
lithium type battery as supplied by Culligan (PN 01013839).
• EEPROM
Saves programmed and statistical functions.
• Lock/Unlock
Allows the control to be easily locked out from inadvertent program changes or
abuse. This feature can be disabled if desired.
• Time of Day
Displays current time in either 12 hour (AM/PM) or 24 hour format.
• Regeneration Interval
Provides an ability to initiate a time clock back-up operated system on a
number of days (range from 1 to 99 days).
• Program Beeper
Emits an audible beep when key pads are depressed to help identify valid
(short beep) or invalid (3 short beeps) key pad touches. Can be enabled or
disabled as desired.
Figure 8
Controller Features
Controller Features 13

Operation
14 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener
Modes of Operation
Water Meter Mode
In water meter mode, the controller keeps track of the quantity of water that has flowed through the resin bed. Based on the
influent water hardness and the hardness capacity of the resin bed, a service life expectancy in the quantity of softened water
is calculated and programmed into the control. When the set point is reached, regeneration is triggered. In delay regeneration
mode, if the predict mode is turned on, the average daily water usage will be compared to the remaining capacity at the
regeneration delay time to predict if another day’s water usage can occur before requiring regeneration. If enough capacity is
not present then the regeneration will occur at that time. If the predict mode is not selected, the regeneration will start at time of
regeneration. If time clock backup is set and the capacity has not been exhausted, the softener will regenerate when days since
last regeneration equal time clock back up. In immediate mode the regeneration starts when the capacity is exhausted.
Aqua-Sensor®Mode
The Aqua-Sensor is a conductivity probe that senses when a hardness front passes through the resin bed. It functions
independently of the influent water hardness so therefore, is useful in conditions when the influent water hardness varies
throughout the year. It provides for the most efficient mode of operation. In addition to sensing when a resin bed is exhausted,
it can also be used to determine when the brine solution is rinsed from the resin bed during the Brine Draw / Slow Rinse cycle
triggering the control to move to fast rinse. This patented feature provides water savings by optimizing the amount of rinse water
required to completely rinse out the resin bed.
Time Clock Backup Mode
This setting is used as a backup feature for either the meter or Aqua-Sensor modes of regeneration. It provides regeneration
when a set period of time has elapsed. If the meter or Aqua-Sensor does not trigger regeneration prior to the time clock backup
value, the time clock backup will trigger the regeneration.
Manual Regeneration
Pressing and holding the regen button for 3 seconds will initiate regeneration. The beeper is to give one beep at the start of
manual regeneration (cam starts to turn). In delay mode, pressing and releasing the regen button will light the regen icon for
regeneration to occur at the set delay time. Pressing and releasing the regen button again will turn off the regen icon. This
function is active in the Service mode and Diagnostic mode. In the diagnostic mode, toggling the “Up” key will advance to the
next valve position while the regeneration is in process until home is reached. The information will not be updated if the last
cycle of regeneration does not automatically complete (The “Up” key is pressed to cycle the control to the next position).
Predict Mode
The Predict Mode is used in the flow meter mode to determine the optimum regeneration point. Before the regeneration starts,
the control will compare the remaining capacity value with the average daily water use. If the average daily water usage is less
than the remaining capacity, the controller will wait 24 more hours before regeneration. If the remaining capacity is less than the
average daily water usage, the control will initiate regeneration. This works in delay mode only. At any time, if the total capacity
value is reached, the control will initiate an immediate regeneration (Unless “delay” is set in the hidden menu; in this case, the
control will always wait until the time of regeneration to regenerate).

Operation 15
Efficiency Mode
Water softeners historically use an optimum time range to control the Regeneration cycle steps with a minimum and maximum
time required to perform each step dependent on the salt being used, the hardness total and iron level. Culligan typically uses
the maximum time range to ensure effective Regeneration. However, if the iron content of the water to be softened is zero,
and the hardness level is less than 20 gpg, Culligan has developed a new set of regeneration times geared to reducing salt and
water usage. These times are defined under a new operating mode coined “Efficiency Mode” (Not available if DIP switches #6
or #9 are on). When in Efficiency mode, the control will refill for a higher salt dosage once every 10 regenerations according to
tank size as shown in the following table.
Tank Sizes Salt Dosages (lbs)
9 x 48 10
10 x 54 15
12 x 52 20
14 x 65 30
Pre-Rinse Mode
The Pre-rinse mode is used in the Time Clock, Flow Meter, and Aqua Sensor®softener modes, as well as in Flow Meter Filter
mode, to pre-rinse the softener resin bed or filter media DIP switch 9 must be set to “on”. The pre-rinse in flow meter mode will
occur after the control has sensed that no water has flowed through the control for a period of X hours (can be set through the
programming menu). When the control is in this mode, once the X amount of hours have elapsed the control will cycle to the fast
rinse position for the pre-set length of minutes and then return to the home or service position. For Time Clock or Aqua Sensor
modes the pre-rinse will occur at a fixed time then return to the home or service position.
Note: Be sure to set the brine safety level float to the proper position when using this mode since the refill step also occurs in
the fast rinse position. failure to do so will result in a higher salt dosage than anticipated.

Installation
16 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener
With the exception of media containers, open the remaining containers, remove all the components, and inspect them before
starting installation.
Placement
Refer to figure 9 for system placement.
• Set the media tank on a solid, level surface near water, drain and electrical facilities.
• Set the brine system on a flat, smooth, solid surface as near the media tank as possible.
Tank Assembly
Before the unit can be connected to the plumbing the manifold distributors must be assembled and the underbedding and resin
must be loaded into the tank for 12” and 14” tanks.
Position the Mineral Tank(s)
Determine the location for the mineral tanks(s) prior to loading, since they will be difficult to move after the underbedding and
gravel are loaded.
Note: Read this section entirely before starting the installation. Follow all applicable plumbing and electrical codes.
Caution! Do not lay the tank down unless a suitable lifting device is available. Personal injury and damage to the unit
can result if dropped.
Figure 9

Loading the Tank (12” and 14” Tanks)
1. Position the tank so that the Culligan®logo is in the front.
2. Remove the inlet strainer.
3. Install the outlet manifold into the tank (Figure 10).
4. Cover the tops of the manifolds with a clean rag.
5. Using a large-mouth funnel, load the Culligan underbedding through the top of the tank.
6. Aqua-Sensor®Installation (optional
device)
A. Measure the sensor cable
length as shown in Figure 10
and Table 1 (the Aqua-Sensor
cord is set at the factory for a
9” tank).
B. Loosen the small Aqua-Sensor
Plug, a needle-nose pliers
works best.
C. Moisten the cable sheath and
slide the cable grip up or down
to the proper cable length.
D. Tighten the small Aqua-Sensor
plug so that the fitting cannot
slide along the cable.
E. Insert the probe and cable through the Aqua-Sensor port.
7. Load the tank with the Cullex®ion exchange resin. Leveling is not required. Remove
the funnel.
8. Install the inlet strainer making sure to thread the strainer until it bottoms out on the
tank thread. Failure to install the strainer correctly can cause the control to leak.
Figure 10
Small
Aqua-Sensor®
Plug
Figure 11
Dimension “X” is the exposed length the Aqua-
Sensor®cord (cord length from the Aqua-Sensor
plug to the circuit board connector). You can then
verify the Aqua-Sensor probe is inserted to the
proper depth by confirming dimension “X” is at the
corrected length.
Tank Model X Y
9” Quadra-Hull™Tank 34 1/2” 40”
10” Quadra-Hull Tank 30 1/2” 44”
12” Quadra-Hull Tank 32 1/2” 42”
14” Quadra-Hull Tank 22 1/2” 52”
Table 1
Installation 17
Note: There must be no kinks or bends in the cable.
Caution! DO NOT allow the outlet manifold to move when loading the media.
The manifold must remain vertical to ensure a good seal at the gasket. Rap the
tank near the bottom with a rubber mallet to level the sand.

18 Culligan Gold Series®Water Softener
Mount the Control Valve
See Figure 12 for a visual on mounting the control valve to the tank.
• Assemble the o-rings, located in the parts pack, to the tank adapter.
• The valve adapter o-ring sits on the first step on the adapter. See Figure 13.
• Lubricate only the top o-ring on the tank adapter, and the outlet manifold o-ring with silicone lubricant.
• Screw the adapter into the tank until the adapter bottoms out on the tank flange.
• Align the manifold with the center opening in the valve, and press the valve onto the adapter firmly.
• Assemble the tank clamp to the control, and tighten the clamp screw.
Note: Do not push the top o-ring down to the flange surface on the adapter.
Note: The larger of the two o-rings in the parts part goes between the adapter and the valve, do not stretch the smaller
o-ring onto the top of the tank adapter.
Note: The adapter only needs to be tightened hand-tight to the tank flange.
Note: The clamp and valve will be able to rotate on the tank until pressure is applied.
Note: Make sure to push the valve straight down onto the manifold. If the valve is cocked, it may cause the o-ring to slip
off the manifold.
Valve - Adapter O-ring
Tank Adapter
Adapter - Tank O-ring
Tank Clamp
Tank Clamp
Figure 12
Figure 13