Enviro UNITED WATER FILTERS AF24 User manual

Owner’s Manual Heavy Duty Water Softeners
Models: AF24, AF48, AF80

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Product Operation and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Complete Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Pre-Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Bypass Valve Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Install Electronic Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Final Setup and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Complete the Installation . . . . . .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......... . . 9
Programming the Electronic Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Step 1: Setting the Valve .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Step 2: Setting the Time . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . ... . . ... . . ... . . ... . 11
Step 3: Performing Manual Regen . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Adding the Logo Sticker . . . . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . .. . . . ... . .... . .... . . ... . .... .9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . 12
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .......... . 13
Warranty Registration Form ... . . . .. . . ... . . ... . . . .. . .... . .... . .... . .... .14
Electronic Head Features . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Product Operation and Specifications
Important Information
Read these instructions carefully and determine the location of all system components before
beginning installation.
Check all applicable plumbing, building, and electrical codes for installation compliance.
Install the system on the main water supply.
Systems that contain electronic components cannot be installed outside in uncovered areas.
WARNING:
If this or any other system is installed in a metal (conductive) plumbing system, i.e. copper or
galvanized metal, the plastic components of the system will interrupt the continuity of the
plumbing system. As a result any errant electricity from improperly grounded appliances
downstream or potential galvanic activity in the plumbing system can no longer ground
through contiguous metal plumbing. Some homes may have been built in accordance with
building codes, which actually encouraged the grounding of electrical appliances through the
plumbing system. Consequently, the installation of a bypass consisting of the same material
as the existing plumbing, or a grounded "jumper wire" bridging the equipment and re-
establishing the contiguous conductive nature of the plumbing system must be installed prior
to your system’s use.
CAUTION:
When adding a filtration/softening system to homes/buildings supplied by well water, the system should be
installed following the pressure tank. DO NOT USE this system for pneumatic or hydro pneumatic
applications. If you are using a booster pump, then install this system following the booster
pump. If you have questions, please call customer service.
Specification Description
Rated Service Flow 6 GPM
Minimum Working Pressure 25 PSI
Maximum Working Pressure 80 PSI
Maximum Vacuum 5 inch/127 mm Hg
Operating Temperatures 36°F - 120°F
pH Range 6.5 - 11
AF24 AF48 AF80
12 GPM 18 GPM

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Complete Parts List
Note: Enviro Water Solutions supplies the parts below to accommodate a variety of water supply lines.
Table 1: Parts List
Note: Drawings are not to scale.
Additional fittings will be needed to adapt to your plumbing.
Part Description Qty. Part Description Qty.
Bypass Valve for Electronic
Head 11" PVC Tail Adaptor for
Electronic Head Bypass
*Pre installed on Bypass Valve
2
PVC Tubing Drain Line
(50 ft.) 1Electronic Head 1
Brine Tank 1Softener Tank 1

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Installation Overview
Figure 1
Pre-Installation
Bypass Valve Installation
Figure 2
If the Blue Clips are in the slots (female opening of Electronic Head) remove them. Push the male O-
Ring side of the Bypass Valve into the female opening of the Electronic Head. Push the Blue Clips back
into the slots to tighten.
Notice:
The Bypass Valve on the Electronic Head can be set to Bypass or Service by turning the knobs on the side
of the valve. If the holes are up and down then the tank is in the Bypass Mode. If the holes are side to
side then the tank is in the Service Mode. Do not remove the Blue Clips from the Bypass Valve after
connecting to main water supply.
Softener Tank
Electronic
Head
Discharge
Line
Bypass
Valve
Overflow
Barb
Outgoing
Water to
House
Wall
Incoming
Water
Supply
Brine Tank
Holding Tank
Safety Valve
Softener Tank
Electronic
Head
Bypass
Valve
Blue
Clip
Front View

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Installation
Install Electronic Head
Figure 3
Notice:
Follow the raised black arrows on the head of the Softener.
1. Level the Softener Tank.
Notice:
If the tank is not level, lift the tank straight up 6 inches and tap it on the ground until the tank stands
vertical. The bottom of the tank is round and the boot allows the tank to stand upright.
2. Determine the size and material of your incoming water supply line and choose the appropriate
fittings required to connect it to the Bypass Valve.
CAUTION:
Do not over-tighten any of the fittings during installation.
3. Remove the gray cap from the top of the Softener tank.
4. Screw the Electronic Head onto the tank hand-tight.
5. Install the appropriate fittings onto the inlet and outlet, following the arrows on the Bypass Valve
and head.
6. Connect the incoming water supply to the fitting on the inlet side of the Bypass Valve.
7. Connect the outgoing water supply to the outlet side of the Bypass Valve.
8. Firmly press one end of the discharge PVC Tubing Drain Line onto the barbed nose, and secure the
other end of the line to a drain.
Softener Tank
Electronic
Head
Discharge
Line
Outgoing
Water to
House
Wall
Incoming
Water
Supply
Holding Tank
Safety Valve
Bypass
Valve
Overflow
Barb
Brine Tank

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Final Setup and Installation
Figure 4
10. Attach the Brine Tank hose to the connection on the top of the Electronic Head by removing the
grey clip, fully inserting the Brine Line into the port and replacing the grey clip (Figure 5).
11. Add approximately 160 lbs. of salt or potassium to the brine tank. (Example: four 40-pound bags)
12. Add 6 gallons of water to the brine tank.
Recommended: Install PVC tubing drain line on the brine tank overflow barb and route to a drain.
!IMPORTANT!
Ensure the PVC Tubing Drain Line is not submerged and is free of kinks.
Figure 5
Softener Tank
Electronic
Head
Discharge
Line
Bypass
Valve
Overflow
Barb
Outgoing
Water to
House
Wall
Incoming
Water
Supply
Brine Tank
Holding Tank
Safety Valve
Electronic
Head
Grey
Clip
Softener Tank

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Complete the Installation
1. Set the Bypass Valve into bypass mode.
2. Slowly turn on the main water supply until all pipes are pressurized.
3. Slowly open the bypass valves.
4. Let the Softener Tank fill completely and then open the bypass valves the rest of the way.
5. Check for leaks.
6. Plug in the Electronic Head.
Side View
Bypass Valve in open position Bypass Valve in bypass position
B
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P
A
S
S
B
Y
P
A
S
S
B
Y
P
A
S
S
B
Y
P
A
S
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B
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P
A
S
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B
Y
P
A
S
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B
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P
A
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S
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Note: Power Source - For safety reasons the outlet must be protected by a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI).
Adding the United Water Filters Logo Sticker
1. Wipe desired location on tank clean.
2. Adhere sticker in the desired location on the tank.

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Parameter
Display
Data
Display
PM
Indicator
Flow Indicator
Service
Icon
Programming
Icon
Extra Cycle
Button
Up
Button
Down
Button
Error/
Information
Icon
Programming the Electronic Head
Note: Remove protective film fromelectronic head screen.
Note: These settings are specific to this system. Do not make changes to the settings unless instructed by
technical service. All settings have to be set by first setting the clock to 12:01 PM. To restart programming, you
must start over at step 1.
Step 1: Setting the Head
1. Press and hold the UP or DOWN button to change the clock to 12:01 PM.
2. Press the EXTRA CYCLE button once.
3. Press and hold the UP and DOWN buttons together, until DF is displayed in the left corner. Scroll
using the UP and DOWN arrows until "GAL" is selected. Press EXTRA CYCLE.
4. Follow the steps in the table below to finish setting the head. When each setting is displayed, use
the UP and DOWN buttons to scroll to the appropriate data setting displayed in the table. Press
EXTRA CYCLE to selectthe data setting and go to the next setting.
Electronic Head Features
•Power backup that continues to keep time and the passage of days for a minimum of 48 hours in the event of a
power failure. During a power outage, the control goes into a power-saving mode. It does not monitor water
usage during a power failure, but it does store the volume remaining at the time of power failure.
•While in service, the display alternates between time of day and volume remaining.
•The Flow Indicator flashes when outlet flow is detected.
•The Service Icon flashes if a regeneration cycle has been queued.
•A Regeneration can be triggered immediately by pressing the Extra Cycle button for five seconds.
•The Parameter Display displays the current Cycle Step (B1,BD,B2, etc) during regeneration, and the data display
counts down the time remaining for that cycle step. While the valve is transferring to a new cycle step, the display
will read "----". Once the valve reaches the cycle step, the display will stop flashing and the data display will
change to the time remaining. During regeneration, the user can force the control to advance to the next cycle.
step immediately by pressing the extra cycle button.

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Step 2: Setting the Time
1. Press and hold the UP or DOWN button to change the clock to the current time.
2. Press the EXTRA CYCLE button when the time is set.
Note: If the fauret icon flashes, it is indicating the need for an extra cycle, and will do so at the indicated
Regeneration Time unless an extra cycle is initiated sooner.
Note: The water drop icon will flash when water is flowing through the softener tank.
Step 3: Performing Manual Regeneration
!IMPORTANT!
You will not be able to use water in the house for approximately 2.5 hours during the Regeneration process.
1. Press and hold the EXTRA CYCLE button for 5-7 seconds until B1 displays.
Note: Gears will make noise and water will start to flow.
2. Allow the system to regenerate for 2.5 hours.
Your manual regeneration cycle is complete and the tank is ready for use.
Parameter Display Data Display Set To
VT (Valve Type) dF2b
CT (Control Type) FD
C (Capacity)
H (Hardness)
RS (Reserve Selection) SF
SF (Safety Factor) 10
DO (Days Override)
RT (Regeneration Time) 2:00
B1 (Backwash 1) 10
BD (Brine Draw) 60
B2 (Backwash 2) 5
RR (Rapid Rinse) 10
BF (Brine Fill)
FM (Flow Meter) 1.2
AF24 AF48 AF80
1.2 1.2
304050
10 10
55
6070
10 10
2:00 2:00
10 10
SF SF
FD FD
dF2b
dF2b
24 48 80
9 1114
Enter your hardness in *gpg Enter your hardness in *gpg Enter your hardness in *gpg
*gpg = Grains Per Gallon, unit of measurement for hardness in water.
Parts Per Million (ppm) or Milligrams Per Liter (mg/l) divided by 17.1 = Grains Per Gallon (gpg)
If you do not know the hardness in your water use 20 as a default.
SYSTEM MODEL

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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
Water leaking at the top of the tank around the head. You may need to turn the head to tighten it. The tank
head is pre-installed hand-tight, do not overtighten the
head (just turn it snug).
The tank leans to one side or is not level. If the tank is not level, lift the tank straight up 6 inches
and tap it on the ground until the tank stands vertical.
The bottom of the tank is round and the boot allows the
tank to stand upright.
The Brine Tank has too much water or is not filling
properly. Check and tighten all fittings on Brine Tank and Electronic Head to ensure air is not getting into the
Brine Tank Hose.
The system is regenerating but it is not using up any
salt. If the salt has bridged (too much salt has been added to the tank and it has formed a solid block of salt), shake
the Brine tank until the block of salt breaks apart.
Unlevel
Tank
Boot
Unlevel
Tank
Boot
Level
Tank
Unlevel
Boot

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Warranty
5 Year Limited Warranty
Enviro Water Solutions warrants to the end user ("customer") that itstanks (13" & smaller),valves, in/out
heads, bypass's, fittings, and housings ("Covered Items") will be free from defects in material and
workmanship under normal use and service for a period of five years. Enviro Water Solutions warrants to
the end user ("customer") that its retention tanks and solid-state electronic heads ("Covered Items") will
be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of 5 years.
No warranty is made with respect to defects or damaged due toneglect, misuse, alterations, accident,
misapplication, physical damage, installation on water quality outside guidelines for system or damaged
caused by fire, acts of God, or freezing.**
Limitations and Responsibilities
Enviro Water Solutions obligation to the customer under these warranties shall be limited, at its option, to
replacement or repair of Covered Items by these warranties, labor is not covered. Prior to return or repair
of Covered Items, the customer must obtain areturn goods authorization number from the company and
at the company's option, return the Covered Items freight prepaid. Any Covered Item repaired or replaced
under these warranties will be returned prepaid standard freight to the original point of shipment.
Expedited freight options are available at customer expense.
No warranty is made with respect to defects or damaged due to neglect, misuse, alterations, accident,
misapplication, physical damage, or damaged caused by fire, acts of God, or freezing. These warranties
apply only to the original registered owner so long as the owner owns the home in which the unit was
originally installed. Customer must register their system with Enviro Water Solutions within 90 days of
purchase* in order to obtain awarranty.Warranty will discontinue after the unit is removed from the
location where it was originally installed. Warranty begins on the date of delivery of product to the
customer.Improper maintenance of system (i.e. not replacing filters or media) on time will be considered
"neglect". Installation of any system on water conditions outsideof or beyond the recommended specs of
any system voids any warranty.
Enviro Water Solutions Water Solution gives this warranty to the customer in lieu of all other warranties,
express or implied, including without limitation any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose or treatment of certain water and hereby expresslydisclaims all othersuch warranties.
Enviro Water Solutions liability hereunder shall not exceed the cost of the product. Under no
circumstances will the company be liable for any incidental or consequential damages or for any other
loss, damage or expense of any kind, includingloss of use, arising in connection with the installation or
use or inability to use the Covered Items or any water treatment system the Covered Items are
incorporated into. These warranties are governed by the laws of the state of Florida and maychange at
any time without notice.
*Failure by California and Quebec residents to complete theproduct registration form does not diminish
their warranty rights.
**For all orders placed on orafter June 3rd, 2011.
!IMPORTANT!
Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality without proper
disinfection before or after the softener system.

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Warranty Registration Form
Send in this Warranty Registration Form to validate your warranty.
Warranty Registration Form
Send To:
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