Euro-Clear RainWater 12 Plug&Play User manual

User manual
RainWater and SmartWaterSoftener
Plug&Play
Household, cabinet water softener
1. Be sure to read this user manual before installation and use..
2. Be careful not to pinch the O-rings, use food-grade silicone grease to wet the
seals.
3. The equipment is not suitable for treating microbiologically unsafe water or water
of unknown origin and quality. In such cases, disinfection is required before or after
the equipment.
Number of the equipment's drinking water safety (NNK) certificate:
33722-9/2021/KTEF

READ THIS FIRST 4
FUNDAMENTALS OF WATER TREATMENT 5
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE WATER SOFTENER, SPECIFICATIONS 6
DIMENSIONS OF THE WATER SOFTENING EQUIPMENT 7
UNPACKING OF THE EQUIPMENT, ACCESSORIES, RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 8
PREPARATION BEFORE INSTALLATION, INSTALLATION 9
ASSEMBLY BLOCK OPERATION 11
PROGRAMMING HELP 12
COMMISSIONING 14
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS, SERVICING 15
QUALITY CERTIFICATE, WARRANTY CONDITIONS 17
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3

BE SURE TO READ THIS SECTION
BEFORE STARTING THE COMMISSIONING OF THE EQUIPMENT
Not following instructions may result in personal injury and/
or property damage.
Euro-Clear Kft reserves the right to change the technical
content of the equipment without prior notice.
BE SURE TO STUDY AND COMPLY
WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS, LAWS,
REGULATIONS!
DISASSEMBLY UNDER PRESSURE CAN
LEAD TO FLOODING AND DAMAGE OF THE
PREMISES!
The frequency of cleaning/replacing seals and closing
elements depends on the quality and hardness of the
treated water.
.
During installation, always comply with local laws and
regulations regarding electrical installation and pipe
installation under pressure. Follow the relevant regulations
even if they differ from those contained in these instructions
for use.
Operate the water softener at an incoming water pressure
of between 2 and 5 bar. In case of pressure exceeding this
or strongly fluctuating pressure, it is necessary to install a
pressure control valve. Ideal operating conditions: 2.5 - 3.5
bar. If the pressure is significantly different from this, it may
be necessary to correct the settings of the regeneration
phases and replace the injector.
Store and operate the water softener at a temperature
range between 5°C and 40°C. The temperature of the water
flowing through the equipment must not exceed 30°C.
Do not use to soften hot water.
Do not install the water softener in a place exposed to
weather, rain, direct sunlight or in an environment that
exceeds the above-mentioned ambient temperature.
Read the user manual carefully before installation,
commissioning and use.
The water softener is not protected against high iron,
manganese, sulfur content and suspended solids, so its
use is only permitted for drinking water quality. Failure of
seals and discs due to lack of proper pretreatment is not
covered by the warranty.
To avoid contamination, operate the water softener
with biologically pretreated water.
To avoid contamination, operate the water softener with
biologically pretreated water.
Use suitable lubricating grease (silicone grease) for
wetting and installing the O-rings. Do not use a damaged
or pinched O-ring.
Euro-Clear Kft. guarantees that your new water softener
was built with quality materials and expertise. With
proper installation and maintenance, it ensures long-
term, problem-free use.
4
CAUTION
ATTENTION
It is absolutely necessary to install a 50 µm pre-
filter in front of the water softener, which is a
condition for the warranty to be valid.
If the equipment has been relocated or if the parameters
of the incoming water have changed by more than 15%
(water hardness, pressure...) then it is necessary to put back
to operation again.

FUNDAMENTALS OF WATER TREATMENT
WHAT IS HARD WATER AND HOW TO SOFTEN IT?
Fresh water everywhere originally comes from falling
precipitation (snow, rain, hail). Precipitation falling on the
earth's surface evaporates under the influence of the sun and
rises to form clouds, then almost completely clean and soft
water falls again in the form of precipitation, when it filters
through the atmosphere and collects dust and smog. As a
result of percolation through rocks and soil, the hardness and
pH of the water will change, and chemical substances that
affect its color, smell, and taste will dissolve.
The hardness of the water comes mainly from the limestone
dissolved by the rainwater. Based on this principle, in the
past, if people needed soft water, the water runoff from the
roofs was collected in barrels and channeled through sewer
systems before it dissolved the hardness-causing minerals
from the ground.
Some regions have highly corrosive water that a water
softener cannot solve. If the water softener is used with
such water, the manufacturer/distributor assumes no
responsibility for that and for the equipment connected to
the water network afterwards. In this case, the warranty of
the water softener becomes void.
Iron content in water is one of the most common problems.
Iron can be present in water in the following four chemical/
physical forms:
1. IN DISSOLVED FORM—The larger amount of iron
content dissolved in "iron" water can be easily detected by
filling it in a clean glass and then exposing it to the open
air for oxidation, because then its transparency starts to
become a veil and then it becomes colored due to the iron
content and oxidation. This iron content can be removed in
a similar way to the hardness-causing elements (calcium,
magnesium), but with a different filling.
2. SOLID IRON PARTICLES—This type of iron is present in
an undissolved state. Appropriate mechanical pre-filtration
is required for its removal. The resin of the water softener,
as a filter media, is capable of binding larger particles, but
these cannot be removed during regeneration, so the resin
eventually becomes saturated with iron, which can lead to a
significant reduction in the capacity of the water softener.
3. ORGANIC, BOUND IRON—This type of iron is bound
to the organic components of water. The ion exchange
process alone cannot break these bonds, so a water
softener cannot remove this type of iron.
4. BACTERIAL BOUND IRON—This type of iron is
locked up in the bacterial colony. Similar to organic,
bonded iron, this form of appearance cannot be removed
with a water softener.
It is important to note that the water softener will reduce
the amount of dissolved iron along with the hardness,
but it can work with much more frequent regeneration
than in the presence of hardness alone. There are
several types of correction factors in the public mind for
operation in the presence of dissolved iron, but in such
cases, as a rule of thumb, we cannot count on a water
softening capacity of more than 50-70%. In this mode,
clogging of the charge can be minimized.
Even if you operate the equipment with a dissolved iron
content that does not exceed the sanitary limit value, but
the iron has already appeared on the treated water side,
the resin bed must be cleaned. In this case, clean the
resin bed with the appropriate chemical every six months
or more often.
5
DO NOT USE THE WATER SOFTENER WITH RAW WATER OF UNKNOWN
ORIGIN, CHEMICAL COMPOSITION, AND MICROBIOLOGICALLY DISORDERED.
IN SUCH CASES, DISINFECTION IS NECESSARY!
ATTENTION
The water also contains scale-forming substances (in an
amount equivalent to 50mg/l CaO) even when softened
to the legally regulated minimum hardness (5Nk) typical
of drinking water by ion exchange. Although scale
formation is reduced to a fraction, completely stain-free
drying of the cleaned surfaces cannot be guaranteed.
Dishwasher, boiler, boiler, iron, humidifier...etc. when
feeding, take into account the water quality specified
in the machine's specifications. Remove the deposits
formed on the surface of the equipment and fittings with
the chemicals and treatment approved in their manual.
Due to the principle of ion exchange, ingested sodium
can also cause visible deposits and staining, but these
deposits are less sticky and can be wiped off more
easily when dry. The amount of sodium precipitation
will depend on the difference in hardness between the
incoming and softened water.
The water softener works with ion exchange, during which the filling is saturated with calcium and magnesium salts.
These are removed by salt-based regeneration, the resin is refilled with sodium, and it is prepared to bind scale-forming
materials. Always ensure that your water softener is topped up with salt regularly. Use only table salt. Household, fine-
grained salt cannot be used, as it can cause malfunctions.

WATER SOFTENER EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS
RAINWATER AND SMARTWATERSOFTENER P&P SERIES

CONTROL VALVE DESCRIPTION
®ECOPRO+
The ECOPRO water softener can also be equipped with the safety salt valve, BIO disinfection function, the software SafeHOME function, as
well as an optional floor waterer as standard accessories. The water softener works with a dry salt bed, so there is no water loss between the
two regenerations. It also includes a calculation-based salt monitoring function, and a vacation program is also available to reduce further
water loss during the trip. Due to the Plug&Play function, the equipment is not required to be commissioned.
DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTIONS
- The BIO disinfection function: By using the resin bed disinfectant during regenerations, the device not only uses the Na+ ions from
the salt tablet (NaCl), but also uses Cl- ions to disinfect the resin bed during each regeneration. In almost allWestern European countries,
water softening equipment can only be sold with a resin bed disinfection unit.
- The SafeHOME function: a water consumption monitoring system. In the case of peak consumption protection, if consumption with
a higher volume flow occurs than the peak value set by the consumer, the equipment blocks the water path, assuming a pipe break. In
the case of temporal protection, if consumption exceeds the pre-set water consumption time, it appears to the system as a pipe break or
leakage, and the water softener blocks the water path. The system can be supplemented with an additional, optional water leakage sensor,
which increases the effectiveness of protection against water damage.
- The salt sensor function: in some devices, sensor-based detection takes place, while others send an alarm based on a calculation to
refill the salt. In the case of the Midnight series, the application installed on our smartphone also indicates that the device has run out of
salt.
- Plug&Play function: there is no need for an installation specialist, because the device installs itself by pressing a single button. All
you have to do is set the exact time, water hardness, and fill the device with salt tablets, then press a button for 3 seconds, after which
the device will start up automatically. This feature can save you money.We provide a standard 4-year manufacturer's warranty for
devices equipped with the Plug&Play function. In the case of most competing water softeners on the market, the stated warranty period
is conditional upon the completion of annual maintenance work. In the production of Plug&Play water softeners, we use high-quality
materials in order to ensure the long-term, safe operation of the equipment.
Our equipment does not require annual maintenance within the indicated warranty period.
- With the Plug&Play function, you can save not only the installation costs, but also the annual maintenance costs! Due to the
mandatory annual maintenance, you will almost pay the price of a water softener
again in 6 to 8 years.
6

The capacity and performance of the equipment
and the quality of the incoming water may
differ.
After changing the factory settings for salt and
salt dosage, it may be necessary to replace the
injectors to achieve the desired capacity.
The value of iron in the water must not be higher
than 0.2 ppm. If the value is above 0.2 ppm, it is
necessary to install a de-ironing device.
The manufacturer reserves the right to
continuously develop the product, as a result
of which it may happen that you experience
values different from the data given above.
These changes do not oblige the manufacturer
to change the previously sold products or to
communicate these changes.
Do not use on water that is not microbiologically
safe or does not have the appropriate
pretreatment.
7
Public health and legal conditions:
- the equipment can only be operated with drinking water quality (based on local regulations - consult your local government or water utility
for exact water quality parameters and regulations).
- area of application: tap water, domestic after-treatment (water softening)
- during start-up, or longer (over 2-3 days) downtime, as well as after disinfection, the written in the manual. It is necessary to regenerate the
equipment during commissioning and after downtime. More than 2-3 days after interruptions in operation, the equipment must be flushed,
but at least 5 minutes of flow is required, at each water withdrawal tap, which is supplied by the water treated by the equipment.The water
obtained during rinsing must not be used as drinking water or for eating purposes.
- commissioning and regular disinfection and maintenance must be performed by the distributor or his agent as a service provide to the user
- the protection of the equipment against the proliferation of bacteria by disinfecting it regularly every 3 months, as well as must be ensured
by regular, at least weekly, regeneration. The disinfection must cover the equipment and the also for the network section between consumer
taps
- the equipment can be suitable for significantly reducing the total hardness of tap water. The degree of reduction is by-pass depends on the
set mixing ratio. In case of use as drinking water, the by-pass ratio must be set so that the treated total water hardness should be at least
50mg/l CaO (5Nk-German hardness). In case of use for other purposes, there is none obstacle is that softer water is used
- the use of water treated by the equipment is not recommended for pregnant women and children under the age of 3, the formation of
nitrites because of its risk
- when adjusting the hardness of softened drinking water produced by the equipment with a by-pass valve (the legal also within the limits of
5-30 German hardness according to regulations), please note that the water softener is NaCl regeneration, so the during ion exchange, sodium
is introduced into the water. The sanitary limit value, the water hardness achievable with the equipment, must be maintained (incoming-
outgoing) change can be limited by the sodium content of the incoming water.

DIMENSIONS OF WATER SOFTENING EQUIPMENT
8
RainWater
18, 25, 30
RainWater
12
SmartWaterSoftener
18, 25, 30
SmartWaterSoftener
12

UNPACKING AND INSPECTING THE WATER SOFTENER
The equipment can only be delivered in a set up state. Inspect the water softener thoroughly to make sure there is no shipping damage.
If you find damage to the equipment or its packaging, immediately notify the shipping company and ask for a damage inspection and
damage report. If you waive this right, you will not be able to regain it later.
Handle the equipment with extra care, do not drop it, do not throw it and make sure that it is not stored on uneven or damaged ground.
Never tilt the device sideways or turn it upside down!
COMMENT
The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damage resulting from transport. The smaller parts required for installation are packed in
a separate box.To avoid losing these parts, keep them in their packaging until installation.
Accessories:
9
Recommended accessories:
- 2 pcs O-rings
- bypass valve
- power adapter
- mechanical prefilter (CPF and DFA series)
- 3-way sewer inlet siphon with non-return valves (PG/1)
- tablet regenerating salt (TBS-SAL)
INSTALLATION GUIDE
SELECT THE LOCATION OF THE WATER SOFTENING EQUIPMENT
Choose the appropriate location for the equipment, taking into account the points listed below:
1. It should be as close as possible to the source of the water entering the apartment.
2. As close as possible to the ground or channel to channel.
3. A channel connection option (32-40mm) should be available to ensure free, gravity flow
4. Be properly placed with other water treatment equipment.
5. The softener must be installed in front of the water heater. Water with a temperature above 30°C will damage the equipment.
6. Only install the equipment in a frost-free place. Damage caused by freezing can permanently destroy the water softener and the
warranty will immediately become invalid.
7. Provide space for servicing around the equipment.
8. Determine if additional piping is necessary if the water source is a community water main, a public water main or if you want to
bypass water used by geothermal heat pumps, irrigation systems, outbuildings or other high water applications.
9. Do not expose the device to direct sunlight. The heat generated by sunlight can soften and melt plastic parts.
10. A 230V wall plug must be installed
11. In the case of your own well, have a water analysis performed, and for a complex solution, ask for expert advice.
12. If you use tap water, measure the hardness of the incoming water or contact your service provider, and then, based on the data
obtained, the ideal setting of the water softener is possible.
13. Note that the water softener, during regeneration, does not supply water in the first phase and only hard water in the other
phases. In order to avoid a significant pressure drop, always time the regeneration for the users' inactive period (by default 2 hours
at night).
IFYOU EXPERIENCE TOO LARGE PRESSURE DROP AFTER THE EQUIPMENT IS USED,THEN IT IS DEFINITELY
CAUSED BY A DECLINETHAT HAPPENED DURINGTRANSPORTATION, AND IT HAS BEEN LOST ON SIDE. IF THIS
HAPPENED, THE RESIN CHARGE CAN BE REORGANIZED BY STARTING A BACKWASH.

10
COMMENT
WHEN INSTALLING THE EQUIPMENT, ALL OFFICIAL REGULATIONS VALID IN THE GIVEN COUNTRY MUST BE
COMPLIED WITH!
SETTING THE LANGUAGE OF THE SOFTENER
The first step of changing the language of the softener
is depowering the equipment. After reconnecting it to
the power supply, please wait until the screen shows the
control valve type.
During this time, please press and hold down the Force
reg / Back button and Down button until the service
menu shows up where you can see the "Set language"
option.
The second step is to enter the "Set language" menu
where you can see the available languages.
You can enter this menu with the Menu / Confirm button.
After entering the language selection menu, you can see
all the available languages.
Use the up and down buttons to navigate through the list
and select the desired language.
Once selected, you can set the language with the Menu /
Confirm button.

11
CAUTION
DO NOT CONNECT THE DUCT CONNECTION HOSE
DIRECTLY TO THE SEWER PIPE, ALWAYS LEAVE A
DISTANCE BETWEEN THE END OF THE EQUIPMENT
DUCT HOSE AND THE MEDIUM FLOWING IN THE
MAIN DUCT BRANCH. TO AVOID BACKFLOW AND
BACK-VENTILATION, USE A SIPHON FITTED WITH A
BALL CHECK VALVE.
WHEN CONNECTING A DUCT, PLEASE
TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THAT THE
EQUIPMENT CAN ONLY WORK ON A
GRAVITY, FREE FLOW DUCT, IN WHICH
THE VACUUM DUE TO THE LACK OF
OVERPRESSURE AND VENTILATION IS NOT
ALLOWED.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION:
Adjustable wrench, pipe wrench.
Additional tools may be needed if you need to modify the piping in your home.
Use copper, brass or PVC, PE pipes and quick connectors.
Some regulations allow the construction of PVC piping. Refer to local regulations.
32 mm diameter piping is required to connect the siphon
COMMENT
IN ALL CASES, WITHOUT EXCEPTION, PIPING MUST BE DESIGNED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH LOCAL REGULATIONS AND LAWS
ATTENTION ATTENTION
More information:
- it is the customer's responsibility to connect the equipment to the water, waste water and electricity network
- the operator of the equipment and the specialist performing the installation check that the equipment has been installed
as described in the operating and user manual, and that the conditions for mitigating damage resulting from possible
malfunctions have been met
- commissioning of the equipment can be carried out by Euro-Clear Kft.'s commissioning or service partner. Commissioning
the equipment only means adjusting the automatic control valve according to local conditions, not installation.
- during installation, you must follow the locally valid installation regulations, general instructions, general hygiene
regulations and ensure that the installation conditions specified above are observed.
- For damage mitigation purposes, we recommend installing the equipment in a room with a floor drain.
- Reliable regeneration is not ensured below 2.5 bar mains water pressure, so in this case we recommend the installation of a
pressure boosting device.
- In the event of a lack of constant water pressure, it may happen that the water treatment equipment
cannot carry out the backwashing that may be necessary during a break in water production,
regeneration.
- in front of the equipment due to possible pressure shocks and pressure fluctuations
a pressure reducer or a mechanical filter with a pressure reducer is required
to install. Sudden pressure fluctuations exceeding ±0.5 bar are not permitted!
- The equipment does not have special protection against water or power failure. This must be provided on the installation
page as required.
In any case, the installation must be carried out by a specialist. We are not responsible for damages resulting
from improper wiring.

3/4 " BY-PASS VALVE
IN SERVE (Fully softened water)
In the extended position, water flows through the softener
This means that complete softening is applied and softened water is supplied
In the pushed position, the softener is bypassed
This means that the water line skips the water softener and raw water is used for water supply.
12
PASS WAY (Raw water flows through)

13
When the rotating arm is parallel to the stumps, the water flows through the softener, the softening is complete
By turning the rotary lever a full 90 degrees, the softener is bypassed by the raw water, the softener is turned off
1" BY-PASS VALVE
Watermeter joint
Inlet Outlet

Input and output stubs may vary.
It is possible in a horizontal or vertical version.
14

15
IMPORTANT
Snap the water meter sensor connector into place for proper operation.
The sensor is always on the outlet side!
** The By-pass valve may be different by type of control valve**
Always make sure to place
the water meter into the side
where you connected the
water meter sensor!

** The By-pass valve may be different by type of control valve**
16
Always make sure to place
the water meter into the side
where you connected the
water meter sensor!

17
To unlock the keyboard, press and hold the Up and Down buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds.
The menu is accessed by pressing the button once. By scrolling with the down button, you can find the following menu items.
MENU
OPERATION IN CASE OF POWER OUTAGE
In the event of a power failure, the device remembers the date and time for 48 hours. The set values are automatically stored in a "non-
volatile" memory module, so they are not lost in the event of a power failure. If the power supply stops during regeneration, the control valve
will continue regeneration from the current position when the power returns.
Since a power supply is also required to measure water consumption, do not use the device without a suitable power supply!

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION
CHECKING SALT LEVEL
Check the salt level monthly. Remove the top of the cabinet and make sure the salt level is above the brine.
COMMENT YOU WILL NOT SEE THE WATER IN THE CABINET / SALT TANK.
Figure 5
CAVITATION
If the humidity is high or if the wrong salt is used, the salt may clump together. In this case, a
so-called vaulting cavity can form under the amount of salt, so no brine can be created, as a
result of which the softener cannot regenerate, so it will supply hard water.
Taking care of the water softener
To keep your water softener shiny and spotless on the outside, wash it occasionally with soapy water. Do not use abrasives, ammonia or any
other solvents for cleaning. Only store and operate in a frost-free place.
Water hardness check
Regularly check the hardness of the incoming water and the hardness of the supplied water after mixing, correct it if necessary.
Check menu settings:
If there is a possibility that someone will make changes to the setting parameters of the device, in order to maintain the functionality of the
water softener, we recommend that you regularly compare the current settings with the settings recorded at the time of installation in the
back of this manual.
If there is a suspicion of vaulting, carefully tap the side of the cabinet or pour a little warm water on the accumulated salt, which will dissolve
it. Then, let the water softener use up all the salt, then clean the cabinet thoroughly. Wait four hours for the proper brine concentrate to be
created, then start a manual regeneration.
REFILLING SALT
Only use salt suitable for water softening that can be placed in the equipment (e.g. salt tablets). The use of rock salt and table salt is not
recommended, as it may contain mud and sand, and may cause clogging of the brine suction valve and injector system. Pour the salt directly
into the cabinet.
19

20
SERVICING THE WATER SOFTENING EQUIPMENT
The water softening equipment sold by Euro-Clear Kft. can only be serviced by qualified mechanics. If you experience
problems with the operation of your water softener or want to report a fault or maintenance, please contact our
company, your reseller partner or the store where you purchased the product.
Contacts:
- Phone: [phone]
- Email: [e-mail]
- Adress: Euro-Clear Kft, 9071, Gönyű, Béke utca 2.
In the event of an error report, try to provide us with as much information as possible (device type, photos of the
installation, error phenomenon...), thus speeding up the process and helping our work.
In case of warranty administration, the invoice proving the purchase and the factory number shown on the quality
certificate are absolutely necessary!
In the absence of this information, our company is unable to remedy the defect free of charge under warranty. In this
case, our expert colleague will contact you and then give you a quote for servicing and maintaining the equipment.
ATTENTIONDO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE FAULT WITHOUT APPROPRIATE TRAINING AS THIS
CAN EASILY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT AND VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
ATTENTIONIF THE EQUIPMENT IS MALFUNCTIONING OR YOU EXPERIENCE UNUSUAL PHENOMENA,
UNPLUG IT AND DO NOT USE UNTIL YOU HAVE CONSULTED WITH OUR PROFESSIONALS.

21
1. Quality certificate issuer:
Euro-Clear Kft.
2. Producer:
Euro-Clear Kft.
3. The specific name of the product (purpose):
Automatic water softener. Type: .......................................................................................
4. Quantity:
1 pc
5. Product identification:
a) Control valve serial number: ...........................................................
b) Item number: .......................................................................................
c) Other identification data: ................................................................
6. Transport and storage regulations:
It can only be transported and stored in standing position.
Store in a dry, cool place, away from water and precipitation.
Do not expose to direct sunlight or UV radiation.
Extremely frost-prone.
7. Wrapping:
Cardboard paper
8. The test method used to check the quality of the
product:
Inter-production
9. Instructions for use and handling:
According to the handling and use instructions.
10. Production date:
11. Essential product features (with complete technical data, measurement results):
Peak flow: ..................................................... m3/h
Amount of resin: ........................................ liter
Qualification, classification: Adequate!
12. Other data:
Serial Number:
13. Signature of the issuer of the quality certificate:
Dated, Gönyű, ..................................................................................
...............................................................................
signature, stamp
QUALITY CERTIFICATE