Culligan 9" Manual

Cat. No. 01-8819-48
Revised 1/96
CULLIGAN®MARK 10
AUTOMATIC WATER CONDITIONER
Installation/Operating Instructions
Models from 1995
©1996 Culligan International Company Printed in USA
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.
CULLIGAN COMPANY
NORTHBROOK, ILLINOIS 60062

Attention Culligan Customer:
The installation, service and maintenance of this equipment should
be rendered by a qualified and trained service technician. Your lo-
cal independently operated Culligan dealer employs trained
service and maintenance personnel who are experienced in the
installation, function and repair of Culligan equipment. This publi-
cation 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.
WARNING — Prior to servicing equipment, disconnect
power supply to prevent electrical shock.
IF THIS EQUIPMENT IS TO BE USED IN THE TREATMENT OF
DRINKING WATER, THE WATER MUST BE MICROBIOLOGI-
CALLY SAFE.

CULLIGAN®MARK 10
AUTOMATIC WATER CONDITIONERS
Installation/Operating Instructions
Models from 1995
Table of Contents
Specifications ........................................................... 2
Preparation ............................................................... 3
Installation ................................................................ 5
Settings .................................................................... 9
Start-Up Procedure ................................................ 14
Sanitizing Procedure .............................................. 15

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Specifications
Culligan®Mark 10 Automatic Water Conditioners
with Auto Clock or Soft-Minder®Meter
9" Model 12" Model
Control Valve 5-cycle, Reinforced Thermoplastic 5-Cycle, Reinforced Thermoplastic
Overall Conditioner Height 44 in (1118 mm) 44 in (1118 mm)
Media Tank Dimensions (Dia x Ht) 9 x 38 in (229 x 965 mm) 12 x 38 in (305 x 965 mm)
Salt Storage Tank Dimensions 16 x 43 in (406 x 1092 m) 16 x 43 in (457 x 1092 mm)
Exchange Media, Type and Quantity Cullex®Media, 0.7 cu ft Cullex Resin, 1.4 cu ft
(20 liters) (40 liters)
Underbedding Type and Quantity None None
Exchange Capacity @ Salt Dosage 15,500 grains (1 000 grams) 28,800 grains (1 866 grams)
Per Recharge1@ 4.0 lb (1.8 kg) @ 8.0 lb (3.6 kg)
20,300 grains (1 315 grams) 37,500 grains (2 430 grams)
@ 8.0 lb (3.6 kg) @ 12.0 lb (5.4 kg)
22,500 grains (1 450 grams) 43,600 grains (2 825 grams)
@ 12.0 lb (5.4 kg) @ 16.0 lb (7.2 kg)
Freeboard to Media214.75-16.75 in (374.7-425.5 mm) 14.5-16.5 in (368.3-419.1 mm)
Salt Storage Capacity 250 lb (114 kg) 375 lb (170 kg)
Rated Service Flow @ Pressure Drop 7.4 gpm @ 15 psi 7.4 gpm @ 15 psi
(29.6 lpm @ 100 kPa) (31 lpm @ 100 kPa)
Total Hardness, Maximum 75 gpg (1 300 mg/l) 100 gpg (1 700 mg/l)
Total Iron, Maximum 5 ppm (5 mg/l) 5 ppm (5 mg/l)
Hardness to Iron Ratio, Minimum48 gpg Hardness to 1 ppm Iron 8 gpg Hardness to 1 ppm Iron
(140 mg/l Hardness to 1 mg/l Iron) (140 mg/l Hardness to 1 mg/l Iron)
Operating Pressure 20 - 125 psi (140 - 860 kPa) 20 - 125 psi (140 - 860 kPa)
Operating Temperature 33 - 120°F (1 - 50°C) 33 - 120°F (1 - 50°C)
Electrical Requirements 120 Volts AC, 60 Hertz 120 Volts AC, 60 Hertz
Electrical Power Consumption, 3 Watts/25 Watts 3 Watts/25 Watts
Min/Max
Drain Flow, Maximum53.4 gpm (13 lpm) 3.4 gpm (13 lpm)
Recharge Time, Average670 min 70 min
Recharge Water Consumption, 64 gal (242 liters) 110 gal (416 liters)
Average6
1Capacities and corresponding salt dosages pertain to low hardness waters. Capacities given are per recharge.
2Measured from top of media to top of inlet fitting (backwashed and drained).
3Measured from top of underbedding to top of inlet fitting.
4Hardness to iron ratio does not apply and total hardness and iron specifications change as follows when
Sofner-Gard™Accessory is used.
5Backwash at 120 psi (830 kPa).
610 minute backwash.

PREPARATION / 3
Preparation
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
The water conditioner is shipped from the factory in one
carton. Remove all components and inspect them before
starting installation.
Control Valve Assembly - Includes the 5- cycle regenera-
tion control valve and electronic timer assembly. A small
parts package contains installation hardware and consumer
literature, including an Owner’s Guide and warranty policy.
Media Tank - Contains the Tripl-Hull™media tank com-
plete with Cullex®ion exchange resin, underbedding and
outlet manifold.
Salt Storage Tank Assembly - Includes salt storage con-
tainer with support plate and Dubl-Safe™brine refill valve
and chamber.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS
The following tools and supplies will be needed, depending
on installation method. Observe all applicable codes.
All Installations
• Safety goggles
• 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
• Threading tools, pipe wrenches and thread sealer for
threaded connections
• Saw, solvent and cement for plastic pipe connections
Materials
• Brine line, 5/16" (PN 00-3031-28 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 00-4009-00 or equivalent)
• Pipe and fittings suited to the type of installation
• Water softener salt (rock, solar or pellet salt formulated
specifically for water softeners)
BYPASS VALVES
A bypass valve is included with the control valve assembly.
APPLICATION
Water quality - 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-
sure at which the pump starts) is greater than 20 psi
(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.

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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 1 (page ---), for maximum drain line
length.
NOTICE: Most codes require an anti-siphon device or airgap.
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, OBTAIN A 3-PRONG ADAPTER AND
GROUND IT SECURELY TO THE RECEPTACLE. DO
NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS.

INSTALLATION / 5
PLACEMENT
Refer to Fig. 1
• Set the media tank on a solid, level surface near water,
drain and electrical facilities. Place the outlet (black cou-
pling) of the tank on the left.
• Set the brine system on a flat, smooth, solid surface as
near the media tank as possible.
BRINE CHAMBER ASSEMBLY
• Remove the nut and screw from the brine chamber
housing.
• Locate the hole in the recess of the brine tank. Place the
screw through this hole.
• Line up the hole in the brine chamber with the screw. Place
the brine chamber onto the screw and secure with the nut.
FIG. 1
Installation

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• Place brine valve into the chamber. The top of the valve
should rest within the groove of the brine chamber.
MOUNT THE CONTROL VALVE
See Fig. 2.
• Remove and discard the protective covers on the tank
couplings.
• Position the light colored tank coupling to the right. This
is the inlet side of the tank.
WARNING: FAILURE TO PROPERLY POSITION
TANK WILL RESULT IN LOSS OF MEDIA.
• Lubricate the o-rings on the tank couplings with silicon
lubricant.
• Place the control on the tank couplings and press down
firmly.
• Install the u-clamps on both sides of the control and secure
with the screws.
PLUMBING CONNECTIONS
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
00-3314-42 or 00-3314-46. If local conditions warrant, you
may use the sweat adaptor kits, PN 00-3314-44 or
00-3314-45.
NOTICE: The Soft-Minder®meter cannot be used with the
sweat adaptors.
CAUTION: Close the inlet supply line and
relieve system pressure before cutting into the
plumbing! Flooding could result!
CAUTION: When making sweat connections, re-
move all plastic and rubber components which con-
tact brass or copper. Damage to these compo-
nents may result otherwise.
BYPASS VALVE INSTALLATION
The bypass valve connects directly to the backplate of the
valve with a pair of screws (Fig. 3). Use a long standard
screw driver to facilitate installation. Lubricate all o-rings
with silicon lubricant.
BYPASS VALVE INSTALLATION
(SOFT-MINDER®METER ONLY):
The Soft-Minder meter is placed between the bypass valve
and the control (Fig. 4). Make sure the meter is on the outlet
FIG. 2
FIG. 3

INSTALLATION / 7
drain line length and height limitations, and to Fig. 6.
• 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!
FILL THE SALT STORAGE CONTAINER
Fill the salt storage container with water until the level reaches
about 1 inch above the salt support plate. Pour salt into the
container. Fill to within a few inches of the top.
SOFT-MINDER®METER CONNECTIONS
To connect meter leads, proceed as follows:
• Remove the timer case by grasping the front cover and
pulling outward.
• Remove the screw from the protective cover and remove
cover.
CAUTION: Do not allow the timer case to hang
from the wires. Damage to the wires and/or termi-
nals may result.
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.
SWEAT ADAPTOR INSTALLATION
The seat 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.
CONNECT THE BRINE LINE
Refer to Fig. 5.
• 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.
• 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.
• Remove white nut and insert from the brine elbow
assembly.
• 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.
DRAIN LINE CONNECTION
Refer to Table 1, page 11, under the applicable tank size for
FIG. 4 FIG. 5

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• Locate the 1/2" hole in the lower right hand corner of the
timer plate.
• Slip the meter cable through the hole and toward the
circuit board.
• Connect the lead to the circuit board at the upper most
portion of the lower set of terminal pins. Make sure the
cord lays across the circuit board.
• 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.
TABLE 1
9-INCH MODELS
Average Water
Pressure Height of Drain Discharge Above Floor Upon Which Softener Sets
psi
kPa
30
2.1
120
8.3
90
6.2
70
4.8
50
3.5
4 in.
0.1m
56
17.1
159
48.5
153
46.7
143
43.6
112
34.2
1 ft
0.3m
50
15.3
153
46.7
147
44.8
137
41.8
106
32.3
2 ft
0.6m
40
12.2
143
43.6
137
41.8
127
38.7
96
29.3
3 ft
0.9m
30
9.2
133
40.6
127
38.7
117
35.7
86
26.2
4 ft
1.2m
20
6.1
123
37.5
117
35.7
107
32.6
76
23.2
5 ft
1.5m
10
3.1
113
34.5
107
32.6
97
29.6
66
20.1
6 ft
1.8m
103
31.4
97
29.6
87
26.5
56
17.1
7 ft
2.1m
93
38.4
87
26.5
77
23.5
46
14.0
8 ft
2.4m
83
25.3
77
23.5
67
20.4
36
11.0
9 ft
2.7m
73
22.3
67
20.4
57
17.4
26
7.9
10 ft
3.1m
63
19.2
57
17.4
47
14.3
16
4.9
Average Water
Pressure Height of Drain Discharge Above Floor Upon Which Softener Sets
psi
kPa
30
2.1
120
8.3
90
6.2
70
4.8
50
3.5
0.3 ft
0.1m
44
13.4
153
46.7
145
44.2
129
39.3
103
31.4
1 ft
0.3m
38
11.6
147
44.8
139
42.4
123
37.5
97
29.6
2 ft
0.6m
28
8.5
137
41.8
129
39.3
113
34.5
87
26.5
3 ft
0.9m
18
5.5
127
38.7
119
36.3
103
31.4
77
23.5
4 ft
1.2m
117
35.7
109
33.2
93
28.4
67
20.4
5 ft
1.5m
107
32.6
99
30.2
83
25.3
57
17.4
6 ft
1.8m
97
29.6
89
27.1
73
22.3
47
14.3
7 ft
2.1m
87
26.5
79
24.1
63
19.2
37
11.3
8 ft
2.4m
77
23.5
69
21.0
53
16.2
27
8.2
9 ft
2.7m
67
20.4
59
18.0
43
13.1
17
5.2
10 ft
3.1m
57
17.4
49
14.9
33
10.1
7
2.1
12-INCH MODELS
FIG. 6