Culligan SILVER SERIES User manual

CULLIGAN
SILVER SERIES™
AUTOMATIC
WATER CONDITIONER
MODELS FROM 2001
©2001CulliganInternationalCompany
Cat. No. 01882319
Rev.C12/16/02
DCO#4930
Installation
and
Operating
Instructions
Printed in USA

WARNING- Prior to servicing equipment,disconnectpower
supply to prevent electrical shock.
Attention Culligan Customer:
Theinstallation, service andmaintenance of thisequipment should
berenderedby a qualifiedandtrainedservice technician.Yourlocal
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maintenance personnel who are experienced in the installation,
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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.
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.
CULLIGANINTERNATIONALCOMPANY
OneCulliganParkway
Northbrook,Illinois60062-6209
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Table of Contents Page
Introduction ............................................................... 2
Specifications............................................................ 3
Preparation ............................................................... 4
Installation................................................................. 6
Settings ...................................................................12
Programming............................................................15
ManualCycling ........................................................19
ServiceCheck ..........................................................20
Operation .................................................................21
SanitizingInstructions ..............................................22
Parts List .................................................................23
CULLIGAN
SILVER SERIES™
AUTOMATIC
WATER CONDITIONER
MODELS FROM 2001
Installation
and
Operating
Instructions

The Culligan Silver Series™Water Softeners are tested and validated by WQA
andcertified byULagainstANSI/NSFStandard 44 for the effectivereduction of
calcium and magnesium (hardness) as well as Barium and Radium 226/228*.
For installations in Massachusetts, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
PlumbingCode248CMRshallbeadheredto.Consultyourlicensedplumber
for installation of the system. This system and its installation must comply
withstateand localregulations.
SAFE PRACTICES
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:Caution is used when failure to follow directions 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 which could cause injury or death if ignored. Example:
WARNING! ELECTRICALSHOCKHAZARD! UNPLUG THE UNITBEFORE
REMOVINGTHE COVER ORACCESSINGANYINTERNALCONTROLPARTS.
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.
NOTICE: Do not remove or destroy the serial number. It must be referenced on request for warranty repair or
replacement.
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.
*Verified utilizing hardness surrogate per ANSI/NSF Standard 44.
Introduction
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ANSI/NSF44
WaterSoftener
81WN

Specifications
Culligan Silver Series™Water Conditioners with Time Clock, Aqua-Sensor®Device or Soft-Minder®Meter
9” Model 12” Model
Control Valve 5-cycle, Reinforced Thermoplastic 5-cycle, Reinforced Thermoplastic
Overall Conditioner Height 51 in 51 in
1 295 mm 1 295 mm
Media Tank Dimensions (Dia x Ht) 9 x 45 in 12 x 45 in
229 x 1 143 mm 305 x 1 143 mm
Salt Storage Tank Dimensions (Dia x Ht) 16 x 43 in 18 x 43 in
406 x 1 092 mm 457 x 1 092 mm
18 x 43 in
457 x 1092 mm
Exchange Media, Type and Quantity Cullex®Media, 0.86 ft3Cullex®Media, 1.4 ft3
Cullex®Media, 24.5 L Cullex®Media, 40 L
Underbedding, Type and Quantity Cullsan®Underbedding, 12 lb Cullsan®Underbedding, 30 lb
Cullsan®Underbedding, 5.4 kg Cullsan®Underbedding, 14 kg
Exchange Capacity 17,500 gr @ 4.0 lb 24,100 gr @ 6.0 lb
@ Salt Dosage Per Recharge11 133 g @ 1.8 kg 1 560 g @ 2.7 kg
23,900 gr @ 8.0 lb 34,500 gr @ 12.0 lb
1 547 g @ 3.6 kg 2 234 g @ 5.4 kg
26,600 gr @ 12.0 lb 41,900 gr @ 18.0 lb
1 722 g @ 5.4 kg 2 713 g @ 8.1 kg
Efficiency rated dosage14 380 gr/lb 4 010 gr/lb
626 g/kg 573 g/kg
Freeboard to Media216.6-17.6 in 17.5-18.5 in
420-447 mm 444-470 mm
Freeboard to Underbedding339.2 in 38.5 in
996 mm 978 mm
Salt Storage Capacity 250 lb or 375 lb 375 lb
114 kg or 170 kg 170 kg
Rated Service Flow @ Pressure Drop 7.5 gpm @ 15 psi 7.5 gpm @ 13 psi
30 Lpm @ 102 kPa 28 Lpm @ 90 kPa
Total Hardness, Maximum 75 gpg 99 gpg
1 283 mg/L 1 692 mg/L
Total Iron, Maximum 5 ppm 5 ppm
5 mg/L 5 mg/L
Hardness to Iron Ratio, Minimum 8 gpg to 1 ppm 8 gpg to 1 ppm
140 mg/L to 1 mg/L 140 mg/L to 1 mg/L
Operating Pressure 20-125 psi 20-125 psi
140-860 kPa 140-860 kPa
Operating Temperature 33-120°F 33-120°F
1-50°C 1-50°C
Electrical Requirements 24V/60Hz 24V/60 Hz
Electrical Power Consumption, Min/Max 3 Watts/35 Watts 3 Watts/35 Watts
Drain Flow, Maximum42.3 gpm 3.5 gpm
9 Lpm 14 Lpm
Recharge Time, Average580 min 85 min
Recharge Water Consumption, Average 40 gal 82 gal
170 L 325 L
1 The efficiency rated dosage is only valid at the 4 lb. salt dosage for the 9" models and 6 lb. for the 12" models.
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 (1.8 kg) 9” model or 6 lb (2.7 kg) 12” model salt dosage. SPECIFICATIONS 3

COMPONENTDESCRIPTION
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.
ControlValveAssembly - Includesthe 5-cycleregeneration control valve and theAccusoft®Microprocessor. Small
parts packages will contain additional installation hardware. Installation and Operations Instructions and an
Owner’s Guide are included.
MediaTank- Includes Tripl-Hull™media tank complete with Cullex®ion exchange resin, underbedding and outlet
manifold.
Salt StorageTankAssembly - Includes salt storage container with support plate and Dubl-Safe™brine refill valve
and chamber.
Bypass Valve - Includes the Cul-Flo-Valv®, interconnecting couplings, and the screws necessary for assembly.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS
The following tools and supplies will be needed, depending on installation method. Observeall applicable codes.
AllInstallations
• Safety glasses
• Phillipsscrewdrivers, smalland mediumtip.
• Gaugeassembly (PN 00-3044-50 or equivalent)
• Siliconelubricant(PN 00-4715-07 orequivalent)-DONOTUSEPETROLEUM-BASEDLUBRICANTS
• A bucket, preferably light-colored
• Towels
SpecialTools
• 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 00-3031-28 orequivalent)
• Drainline,1/2”(PN 00-3030-82, gray,semi-flexible;orPN 00-3319-46, black, semi-rigid;orequivalent)
• 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
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 pressure 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.
Preparation
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PREPARATION 5
Temperature- Do not install the unit where it might freeze, or next to a water heater or furnace or in direct sunlight.
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
otherirregularitiescan causethe saltstorage tankbottomto crackwhen filledwith saltand water.
Drain facilities - Choose a nearby drain that can handle the rated drain flow (floor drain, sink or stand pipe). Refer
tothe Drain Line Chart,Table1 (page 10), formaximum drainline length.
NOTICE: 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.
Electricalfacilities -A10-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.

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PLACEMENT
Refer to Figure 1 for system placement.
• 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 surface as near the media tank as possible.
MOUNT THE CONTROL VALVE
See Figure 2 for a visual on mounting the control valve to the tank.
• Remove and discard the protective covers on the tank couplings.
• Lubricate the o-rings on the tank couplings with silicone lubricant.
• Place the control on the tank couplings and press down firmly.
NOTICE: The white tank coupling is the inlet, and should be located on the inlet side (right side) of the control.
• Install the u-clamps on both sides of the control and secure with the screws.
TWELVE INCH SOFTENERS
As shipped from the factory, each control is equipped as a 9-inch unit. A12-inch eductor nozzle and backwash flow
control are included with each unit for conversion for use with the 12-inch tanks.
NOTICE: To prevent injury, convert unit to a twelve-inch configuration prior to installation.
Refer to Figure 3 for a visual on changing the eductor nozzle and the backwash flow control.
Eductor Nozzle Replacement:
• Remove the three screws on the eductor cap and remove the cap.
• Remove the eductor assembly.
• Remove the eductor screen from the assembly
• Remove the blue nozzle and replace it with the beige nozzle. Make sure to put the o-ring on the beige nozzle.
• Reverse the procedure to reassemble. To prevent leaks, ensure that the gasket is in the proper position.
Backwash Flow Control Replacement:
• Remove the drain clip and pull the drain elbow straight off.
• Remove the backwash flow control located behind the elbow. Put the #3 restrictor in its place.
NOTICE: The number on the flow control should face into the valve body.
• Reverse the procedure to reassemble.
Installation
FIG. 1

INSTALLATION 7
FIG. 2
FIG. 3
PLUMBINGCONNECTIONS
Two methods of connecting the water softener to the plumbing system are available. Shipped with each softener is
a Culligan®Cul-Flo-Valv®bypass valve, either PN 01-0124-88 or 01-0102-38, which is used to connect the softener
to the plumbing system. The bypass allows the softener to be isolated from the water service line if service is
necessary while still providing water to the house. If local conditions warrant, you may use the sweat adaptor kits,
PN00-3314-44or00-3314-45.
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, remove all plastic and rubber
components which contact brass or copper. Damage to these components may
resultotherwise.
BYPASS VALVE INSTALLATION
AQUA-SENSOR®SENSING DEVICEAND TIME CLOCK UNITS ONLY
The bypass valve connects directly to the backplate of the valve with a pair of couplings and screws (Figure 4). To
facilitate this connection, remove the plate by pulling up on the u-clip on the back of the valve. Lubricate all o-rings
with silicone lubricant.
BYPASS VALVE INSTALLATION
SOFT-MINDER®METER ONLY
The Soft-Minder meter is placed between the bypass valve and the control in place of the couplings shipped with
the Cul-Flo-Valv®(Figure 5). Make sure the meter is on the outlet port of the control and that it is installed with the
arrow pointing in the direction of water flow. 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 silicone 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.
CAUTION: When reinstalling back plate to control valve, make sure the u-clip
fully engages the two bottom holes of the bracket (Figure 6). Secure bracket from
the top with the two mounting screws provided.

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FIG. 4 FIG. 5
FIG. 6
FIG. 7
CONNECTTHEBRINELINE
Refer to Figures 6 & 7.
• Use the length of brine line included in the brine tank, or measure a length of brine line sufficient to reach from the
brine tank to the brine fitting, with no sharp bends. For easier access to the float it is recommended to add an extra
four feet (1.3 meters) of length to the brine line. Cut both ends of the brine line squarely and cleanly.
• Remove the brine valve from the brine tank and then remove the white nut and insert from the float rod. 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 (Figure 7).
Connect to the brine valve and tighten nut.
• Remove white nut from the brine connection, and remove the plastic insert from the brine connection fitting.
• Slip the white nut over one end of the tubing and press the plastic insert into the end of the tubing (Figure 7).
Connect to the brine connection on the valve and tighten nut (Figure 6).
DRAINLINE CONNECTION
Refer to Table 1, page 10 under the applicable tank size for drain line length and height limitations, and to Figure 3.
• Remove 1/2” pipe clamp from the small parts pack included with the control.
• 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 prevent its movement during regeneration. When discharging into a sink, or open floor
drain, a loop in the end of the tube will keep it filled with water and will reduce splashing at the beginning of each
regeneration.