GE GXSH40V Operating instructions

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Safety Information .................... 2
Specifications and Dimensions ........ 3
About the Softener .................... 6
Before you Start ....................... 7
Installation Requirements .......... 8-10
Installation Instructions ........... 11-15
Programming the Softener ........ 16-21
Care and Cleaning ................. 22, 23
Routine Maintenance ................. 24
Before you call for Service ......... 25-28
Exploded ViewlParts List .......... 31-34
Warranty (U.S.)....................... 35
Warranty (Canada) ................... 36
Water Softening
System
Models GXSH4OV,GXSH45V
Write the model ond seriol
numbers here:
Model #
Seriol #
Tofind these numbers, lift
the cover and look on the rim
below the control panel.
Systems tested and certified by NSFInternational against
NSF/ANS!Standard 44 for the chemical reduction claims
specified on page 3.
SystemsTested and Certified bythe Water Quality Association
against CSAB483.1.
Ifyou have any questions or concerns when installing or maintaining your
water softener, call our toll free number at 800-952-5039 (US)or 866-777-7627
(Canada}, or visit www.geappliances.com When you call, please be prepared
to provide the model and serial number of your product. This information can
befound on the rating decal located on the rim under the salt cover.
7329201 49-50283-1 01-12GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
_k WARNING! Foryoursdety,theinformationinthismanualmustbe_ollo_edtominimize
the risk of electric shock, property damage or personal injury.
&DANGER:
Electric Shock Hazard:
Install metal ground clamp to metal house
water supply pipe before beginning
installation. Securely tighten connection in
center of metal ground clamp. Failure to do
so can result in death or electric shock.
Check and comply with your state and local
codes. You must follow these guidelines.
_: Use care when handling the water softening
system. Do not turn upside down, drop, drag or
set on sharp protrusions.
Water softening systems using sodium chloride
(salt)for recharge add sodium to the water.
Persons on sodium restricted diets should
consider the added sodium as part of their
overall intake. Potassium chloride can be used
as an alternative to sodium chloride in your
softener.
Use only lead-free solder and flux for all sweat-
solder connections, as required by state and
federal codes.
This water softening system must be properly
installed and located in accordance with the
installation instructions before it is used.
AWARNING:oonot use with water
that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system.
WARNING: Discard all unused
parts and packaging material after
installation. Small parts remaining after the
installation could be a choke hazard.
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The water softening system works on 2/4volt-
60 Hzelectrical power only. Besure to use the
included external power supply.
External power supply must be plugged into an
indoor 120 volt, grounded outlet only.
Use clean water softening salts only, at least
99.5% pure. NUGGET,PELLETor coarse SOLAR
salts are recommended. Do not use rock, block,
granulated or ice cream making salts. They
contain dirt and sediments, or mush and cake,
and will create maintenance problems.
Keep the salt hole cover in place on the softener
unless servicing the unit or refilling with salt.
In the state of California: You must turn the
Salt Efficiency Feature setting to ON. This may
initiate more frequent recharges. However it
will operate at 4,000 grains per pound of salt or
higher. To turn on the Salt Efficiency Feature,
follow the instructions in the "Salt Saver"
section of this manual
In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
Plumbing Code 248 CMR shall be adhered to.
Consult with your licensed plumber.
_'1__ _ READ AND FOLLOW THI_ _FET_ INFORMATION C_REFULL_.
/_F-_ SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Specifications and Performance Claims.
This model is efficiency rated, The efficiency rating is valid only at the minimum stated salt dose, The softener has a demand
initiated regeneration (D,I,R)feature that complies with specific performance specifications intended to minimize the amount
of regenerant brine and water used in its operation.
The softener has a rated salt efficiency of not less than 4,000 grains of total hardness exchange per pound of salt (based on
sodium chloride), and shall not deliver more salt than its listed rating or be operated at a sustained maximum service flow
rate greater than its listed rating, This softener has been proven to deliver soft water for at least ten continuous minutes at
the rated service flow rate. The rated salt efficiency is measured by laboratory test described in NSF/ANSI Standard/44. These
tests represent the maximum possible efficiency that the system can achieve, Operational efficiency is the actual efficiency
after the system has been installed, It is typically less than the efficiency, due to individual application factors including water
hardness, water usage, and other contaminants that reduce the softener's capacity.
Model
Rated Capacity* (Grains@ Salt Dose)
Specifications
Rated Efficiency** (Grains/Pound of Salt @ Minimum Salt Dose)
Water used during Regeneration (gallons/grains)
Total Water Used per Regeneration @ Maximum Salt Dose
Amount of High Capacity Ion Exchange Resin (Ib/cu,ft,)
Resin Tank Nominal Size (in., dia. x height)
Service Flow Rate (gpm)
Pressure Drop at Rated Service Flow (psig)
Water Supply Maximum Hardness (gpg)
Water Supply Maximum Clear Water Iron (ppm)***
Water Pressure Limits (minimum maximum psi)****
Water Temperature Limits (minimum max. °F)
Maximum Flow Rate to Drain (gpm)
GXSH40V
11,700 @ 2,3 Ibs
31,500 @ 8.7 Ibs,
40,000 @ 15,1 Ibs.
5,100 @ 2.3 Ibs.
2.7/1000
37,0 gallons
57,56/i,ii
9Ha0
9.5
12,7
110
8
20 125
40 120
2.3
GXSH45V
13,200 @2,6 Ibs
55,700 @ 9,9 Ibs,
45,100 @ 17,0 Ibs.
5,090 @ 2.6 Ibs,
2.8/1000
43,0 gallons
65.0/125
10 x 40
9.5
10S
160
10
20 125
40 120
2.3
These systems conform to NSF/ANSI 44 for
the specific capacity claims as verified and
substantiated by test data.
* Testing was performed using pellet grade
sodium chloride as the regenerant salt.
** Efficiency rating is valid only at the lowest
stated salt dosage, These softeners were
efficiency rated according to NSF/ANSI 44,
*** Extent of iron removal may vary with
conditions. The capacity to reduce clear water
iron is substantiated by WOA test data. State
of Wisconsin requires additional treatment
if water supply contains greater than S ppm
clear water iron. Refer to Cleaning Iron Out of
the Water Softening System section.
.... Canada working pressure limits: 1.a 7.o kg/cm%
Performance Claims
Influent Maximum Allowable
Contaminant Challenge Level Product Water Level
Barium 10 _+10%mg/L 2.0 mg/L
Radium 226/228 25 pCi/L SpCi/L
Test parameters include: pH - 7.5_+0.5,flow rate - 7.5 gpm
and dynamic pressure - 55_+5psig

About the water softener system.
SERVICE
When the water softening system is providing
soft water, it is called "Service." During service,
hard water flows from the house main water pipe
into the water softening system. Inside the water
softening system resin tank is a bed made up of
thousands of tiny, plastic resin beads. As hard
water passes through the bed, each bead attracts
and holds the hard minerals. This is called ion-
exchanging. It is much like a magnet attracting
and holding metals. Water without hard minerals
(soft water) flows from the water softening system
and to the house pipes.
After a period of time, the resin beads become
coated with hard minerals and they have to
be cleaned. This cleaning is called recharge.
Recharge is started at 2:00 AM (factory setting) by
the water softening system control, and consists
of five stages or cycles. These are FILL, BRINING,
BRINERINSE,BACKWASH and FASTRINSE.
AUTOMATIC HARD WATER BYPASS DURING
RECHARGE
During recharge the water softener is
automatically put in bypass mode allowing hard
water to be available to the home. Once the
softener is recharged water is directed back
through the softener to be conditioned.
However, you should avoid using HOT water
because the water heater will fill with the hard
water.
FILL
Salt dissolved in water is called brine. Brine is
needed to clean the hard minerals from resin
beads. Tomake the brine, water flows into the salt
storage area during the fill stage.
BRINING
During brining, brine travels from the salt storage
area into the resin tank. Brine isthe cleaning agent
needed to remove hard minerals from the resin
beads. The hard minerals and brine are discharged
to the drain.
The nozzle and venturi create a suction to move
the brine, maintaining a very slow rate to get the
best resin cleaning with the least salt.
BRINE RINSE
After a pre-measured amount of brine is used,
the brine valve closes. Water continues to flow in
the same path as during brining, except for the
discontinued brine flow. Hard minerals and brine
flush from the resin tank to the drain.
BACKWASH
During backwash, water travels up through
the resin tank at a fast flow rate, flushing
accumulated iron, dirt and sediments
from the resin bed and to the drain.
FAST RINSE
Backwash is followed by a fast flow of water down
through the resin tank. The fast flow flushes brine
from the bottom of the tank,
and packs the resin bed.
After fast rinse, the water softening system returns
to soft water service.

About the water softener system.
NORMAL OPERATION, CONTROL DISPLAYS
During normal operation, the present time of
day and AM or PM and DAYSTO EMPTYshow
in the control display area.
The system will automatically recharge at the
preset recharge time as needed.
FEATURE: OPTIONAL RECHARGE CONTROLS
Sometimes, a manually started recharge may
be desired or needed. Two examples:
You have used more water than usual (house
guests, extra washing, etc.) and you may run
out of soft water before the next recharge.
The system ran out of salt.
Use one of the following features to start a
recharge immediately, or at the next preset
recharge start time.
RECHARGE TONIGHT
Touch (do not hold) the RECHARGE button.
RECHARGE TONIGHT flashes in the control display
area. A recharge will occur at the next preset
recharge start time. If you decide to cancel this
recharge, touch the same button once more.
RECHARGE NOW
Press and hold the RECHARGE button until
RECHARGE NOW starts to flash in the control
display area. The water softening system begins
an immediate recharge and, when over in about
two hours, you will have a new supply of soft
water. Once started, you cannot cancel this
recharge.
FEATURE: MEMORY
If electrical power to the water softening system is
interrupted, the control display is blank, and the blue
indicator light is off, but the control keeps correct
time for 24 hours. When power is restored, you have
to reset the present time only if the display and blue
indicator light are flashing. All other settings are
maintained and never require resetting unless a
change is desired.
If the time is flashing after a long power outage,
the water softening system continues to work as
it should to provide you with soft water. However,
recharge may occur at the wrong time of day until
you reset the control to the correct time
of day.
FEATURE/SERVICE: AUTOMATIC
ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSIS
The control computer has a self-diagnostic
function for the electrical system (except input
power and water meter). The computer monitors
the electronic components and circuits for correct
operation. If a malfunction occurs, an error code
appears in the control display.

About the water softener system.
WATER CONDITION INFORMATION
IRON
Iron in water can cause stains on clothing and
plumbing fixtures. It can negatively affect the
taste of food,drinking water, and other beverages.
Iron in water is measured in parts per million
(ppm). The total* ppm of iron, and type or types*,
is determined by chemical analysis. Four different
types of iron in water are:
Ferrous (clear water)iron
Ferric (red water)iron
Bacterial and organically bound iron
Colloidal and inorganically bound iron (ferrous
or ferric)
Ferrous (clear water)iron is soluble and dissolves
in water. This water softener will reduce
moderate amounts of this type of iron (see
specifications).**Ferrous (clear water)iron is
usually detected by taking a sample of water in
a clear bottle or glass. Immediately after taking,
the sample is clear. Asthe water sample stands,
it gradually clouds and turns slightly yellow or
brown as air oxidizes the iron. This usually occurs
in 15 to 30 minutes.
When using the softener to reduce Ferrous (clear
water) iron, add 5 grains to the hardness setting
fore very 1ppm of Ferrous (clear water)iron. See
"Set Water Hardness Number" section.
Ferric (red water), and bacterial and organically
bound irons are insoluble. This water softener
will not remove ferric or bacterial iron. This iron
is visible immediately when drawn from a faucet
because it has oxidized before reaching the
home. It appears as small cloudy yellow, orange,
or reddish suspended particles. After the water
stands for a period of time,the particles settle to
the bottom of the container. Generally these irons
are removed from water by filtration. Chlorination
is also recommended for bacterial iron.
Colloidal and inorganically bound iron is of ferric
or ferrous form that will not filter or exchange
out of water. This water softener will not remove
colloidal iron. In some instances, treatment
may improve colloidal iron water. Colloidal iron
water usually has a yellow appearance when
drawn. After standing for several hours, the color
persists and the iron does not settle,but remains
suspended in the water.
SEDIMENT
Sediment is fine, foreign material particles
suspended in water. This water softener will not
remove sediment. This material is most often clay
or silt. Extreme amounts of sediment may give
the water a cloudy appearance. A sediment filter
installed upstream of the water softener normally
corrects this situation.
* Water may contain one or more of the four
types of iron and any combination of these. Total
iron is the sum of the contents.
** Capacity to reduce clear water iron is
substantiated by WOA test data.
CHLORINE
Softener resins may degrade in the presence
of chlorine above 2 ppm. If you have chlorine
in excess of this amount, you may experience
reduced life of the resin. In these conditions, you
may wish to consider purchasing a GE point-of-
entry household filtration system with a chlorine
reducing filter.

Before you start.
BEFORE YOU START
The water softener requires a minimum water flow of 3 gallons per minute at the inlet. Maximum
allowable inlet water pressure is 125 psi. If daytime pressure is over 80 psi, nighttime pressure may
exceed the maximum. Use a pressure reducing valve if necessary (Adding o pressure reducing valve
may reduce the flow). If your home is equipped with a back flow preventer, on expansion tank must
be installed in accordance with local codes and lows.
The water softener uses o direct plug-in external power supply (included). Be sure to use the included
power supply and plug it into o nominal 120V, 60 cycle household outlet that is in o dry location only,
grounded and properly protected by an over current device such as o circuit breaker or fuse.
Do not use this system to treat water that is microbiologicully unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection upstream or downstream of the system.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
Razor knifePliers
Screwdriver
Teflon tape
Two adjustable wrenches
Additional tools may be required if modification
to home plumbing is necessary.
INSPECT SHIPMENT
The ports required to assemble and install the water softener ore included with the unit. Thoroughly check
the water softener for possible shipping damage and ports loss. Also inspect and note any damage to the
shipping carton.
Removeand discord (or recycle)all packing materials. Toovoid loss of small ports, we suggest you keep the
small ports in the ports bug until you are ready to usethem.
WARNING! Discord oil unused ports ond pockoging material after installation. Small ports
remaining after the installation could be o choke hazard.
NOTE: Failure to comply with these installation instructions will void the product warranty, and the
Ground Clamp
Kit
installer will be responsible for any service, re _air or damages caused thereby.
20 ft. Clips
Drain Hose
Bypass Valve Installation
Adaptors
Hose Clamps Adaptor
Elbow Grommet O-rings Drain Fitting Drain Clip

Installation Requirements.
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
Consider all of the following when selecting an
installation location for the water softener.
Do not locate the water softener where freezing
temperatures occur. Do not attempt to treat
water over 120°F. Freezing temperatures or
hot water damage voids the warranty.
To condition all water in the home, install
the water softener close to the water supply
inlet, and upstream of all other plumbing
connections, except outside water pipes.
Outside faucets should remain on hard water to
avoid wasting conditioned water and salt.
A nearby drain is needed to carry away
regeneration discharge (drain) water. Use a
floor drain,laundry tub, sump, standpipe, or
other options(check your local codes). See
"Air Gap Requirements" and "Valve Drain
Requirements"sections.
The water softener uses a direct plug-in
external power supply (included). Besure to
use the included power supply and plug it into
a nominal 120V, 60 cycle household outlet that
is in a dry location only, grounded and properly
protected by an over current device such as a
circuit breaker or fuse.
Always install the water softener between
the water inlet and water heater. Any other
installed water conditioning equipment should
be installed between the water inlet and water
softener (SeeFigure below).
DO NOT RUN HOT WATER THROUGH THE
SOFTENER. Temperature of water passing
through the softener must be less than 120° F.
Avoid installing in direct sunlight. Excessive sun
heat may cause distortion or other damage to
non-metallic parts.
Outside installation is not recommended and
voids the warranty.
Do not install the softener where it would block
access to the water heater or access to the
main water shutoff.
DIMENSIONS
_ 22-7/16"
3-3/4" _{t: IIMI IL° I 14-7/16"
TOP VIEW
IN - OUT
47-5/8"
41-1/2"
SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW
PROPER ORDER TO INSTALL WATER TREATMENT EQUIPMENT
UntreatedWaterto --.-- I . I_'_ City Water Supply
.,_Outside Faucets_l_shut off i
ColdWater to House _ "--I_ valve
/_ Optional I, Tank OR
I I _=I Sediment If _I
Wo_er ;aJer Filter U I !ell 2ter Supply
Heater Softener PumpWell _
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Installation Requirements.
PLUMBING CODES
All plumbing must be completed in accordance
with national, state and local plumbing codes.
In the state of Massachusetts: TheCommonwealth
of Massachusetts plumbing code 2¢8-CMR shall be
adhered to. A licensed plumber shall be used for
this installation.
AIR GAP REQUIREMENTS
A drain is needed for regeneration water (See
Figure 1). A floor drain, close to the water
softener, is preferred. A laundry tub, standpipe,
etc. are other drain options. Secure valve drain
hose in place. Leave an air gap of 1-1/2" between
the end of the hose and the drain. This gap is
needed to prevent back flow of sewer water into
the water softener. Do not put the end of the
drain hose into the drain.
Drain
11/2"_ Hose
FLOOR DRAIN
Hose /Drain
Drain ,_/ Hose
M air
__. I_ airgap \l
STANDPIPE LAUNDRY TUB
Figure 1
VALVE DRAIN REQUIREMENTS
Using the flexible drain hose (included) see Figure
2,measure and cut to the length needed. Flexible
drain hose is not allowed in all localities (check
your plumbing codes). )f local codes do not allow
use of a flexible drain hose, a rigid valve drain run
must be used. Purchase a compression fitting (1//4
NPTx 1/2 in. minimum tube) and 1/2" tubing from
your local hardware store. Plumb a rigid drain as
needed (SeeFigure 3).
NOTE:Avoid drain hose runs longer than 30 feet.
Avoid elevating the hose more than 8 feet above
the floor. Make the valve drain line as short and
direct as possible.
FLEXIBLE DRAIN LINE
NPTThread
,Barbsfor 3/8" I.D.tubing
clamp
hose
Figure 2
RIGID DRAIN LINE
Compressionfitting
Cli- 1//4 NPT× 1/2" O.D
_u_\. l/a," NPTthread tube (notprovided)
B_lrbs
Cutbarbsfrom valvedrain
elbow(pullclipandremove 1/2" outside
drainvalveelbowfrom valve) diameter
coppertube (not
provided)
Figure 3

Installation Requirements.
INLET/OUTLET PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS
Always install either a single bypass valve
(provided),as shown in Figure 4, or, if desired, parts
for a 3 valve bypass system (not included) can be
purchased and assembled, as shown in Figure 5.
Bypass valves allow you to turn off water to the
softener for maintenance if needed, but still have
water in house pipes.
Pipe fittings must be 3/4" minimum.
Use:
• Copper pipe
• Threaded pipe
• PEX(Crosslinked Polyethylene) pipe
• CPVCplastic pipe
• Other pipe approved for use with potable water
IMPORTANT:Do not solder with plumbing
attached to installation adaptors and single
bypass valve. Soldering heat will damage the
adaptors and valve.
SINGLEBYPASSVALVE
3-VALVE BYPASS SYSTEM
For soft water service: Open the inlet and outlet
valves and close the bypass valve.
For bypass hard water: Close the inlet and outlet
valves and open the bypass valve.
3 VALVE BYPASS
Outlet
Valve
let
alve
FromWater ToWater
Softener Softener
Figure 5
Pullout for "Service"
(Softwater)
Ca 2s!°r
Installation
adaptors
Figure 4
DANGER:
Electric Shock Hazard:
Install metal ground clamp to metal house
water supply pipe before beginning
installation. Securely tighten connection in
center of metal ground clamp. Failure to do
so can result in death or electric shock.
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Installation Instructions.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
Hard Water
to Outside
Faucets
Incoming- _
Hard Water
_ Plug-in
Transformer
/I
\k
To
Controller
Elbow
Valve
Hose*
Top
Cc
Main Water Pipe Conditioned
Water
Ground Clamp Clip.s
)ass Valve
Assembly
)verflow Drain InJet _,_£q
Elbow ._/_
Salt Storage Tank "_¢L(.__(_
H°Lue;ricatedJ
O-ring _"
Secure Valve Drain Hose
in place over Floor Drain
Ground
Clamp
1/Pipe
2" NPTSweat
JAdaptor (not
t_included)
l" NPT
Threaded
Adaptor
O-ring
)ass
Valve
Figure 7
*Do not connect the water 1-1/2"
softener valve drain hose
to the salt storage tank Floor Drain air gap
overflow Figure 6
NOTE: See "Air Gap Requirements" section.
•Remove plastic shipping plug and wire from valve outlet.
_-_2_j_ Turbine
Valve outlet
_ Turbine shaft and support
Figure 8
NOTE: Be sure the turbine and support are firmly in place in the
valve outlet. Blow into the valve port and observe the turbine
for free rotation.
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Installation Instructions.
TURN OFF WATER SUPPLY
1.Closethe main water supply valve, located near
the well pump or water meter. Salt
2. Open all faucets to drain all water from house
pipes.
NOTE:Be sure not to drain water from the water
heater, as damage to the water heater elements Brinewell
could result.
Jri
Assembly
Ferrule
Hole
INSTALL THE BRINE TANK OVERFLOW
ELBOW
Install the brine tank overflow grommet and elbow
in the 13/16" diameter hole in the back of the salt
storage tank sidewall, see Figure 9.
NOTE:The brine tank overflow elbow accepts
either 1/2" or 3/8" !.D.hose.
INSTALL THE BYPASS VALVE
NOTE: For easier installation, remove the top
cover. Release 2clips at rear of cover. Rotate
cover forward and lift up.
1.Remove two clips from the water softener valve
inlet and outlet ports and visually check and
remove any debris, see Figure 7.
2. Hake sure the turbine assembly spins freely in
the"out" port of the valve, see Figure 8.
3. If not already done, put a light coating of
silicone grease on the single bypass valve
o-rings, see Figure 7.
4. Push the single bypass valve into the softener
valve as far as it will go. Snap the two large
holding clips into place, from the top down, see
Figure 7 and 10.
IMPORTANT:Be sure the clips snap firmly into
place so the single bypass valve will not pull out.
HOVE THE WATER SOFTENER INTO PLACE
WARNING!
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move end install
weter Softener Feilure to do so con result
in beck or other injury.
1. Hove the water softener into the desired
location. Set it on a solid, level surface.
IMPORTANT:Do not place shims directly under
the salt storage tank to level the softener. The
weight of the tank, when full of water and salt,
may cause the tank to fracture at the shim. 12
Salt
Storage-,_ B_rineTank
Tank Overflow
Elbow
Tube Tubing
Valve Stem
Figure 9
Note: Unit is shown with top cover removed.
SINGLE BYPASS VALVE
If connecting to floor
level plumbing, install
the bypass valve turned
downward, as shown.
CORRECT ASSEMBLY
Outside diameter of _ --_,,_ Outside diameter of
water softener valve J _clip channel on single
inlet &outlet bypass valve
Figure 10
NOTE: Be sure all 3 tabs of the clip go through the match
ing holes on the water softener valve inlet or outlet, and
fully into the channel on the single bypass valve. Hake sure
that the tabs are fully seated.

Installation Instructions.
COMPLETE INLET AND OUTLET PLUMBING
WARNING!
ELECTRICALSHOCKHAZARD:
Install metal ground clamp to metal house
water supply pipe before beginning installation.
Securely tighten connection in center of metal
ground clamp. Failure to do so can result in
death or electrical shock.
Gr°un!
I_I_G round Clamp
• Secure ground clamp to metal pipes.
Measure, cut, and loosely assemble pipe and
fittings from the main water pipe to the inlet and
outlet ports of the water softener valve. Be sure
to keep fittings fully together, and pipes squared
and straight. BESUREINCOMINGHARD WATER
SUPPLYISDIRECTEDTO THESOFTENERVALVE
INLET PORT.
NOTE:Inlet and outlet are marked on the water
softener valve. Trace the water flow direction to
be sure hard water is to inlet.
IMPORTANT:Be sure to fit, align and support
all plumbing to prevent putting stress on the
water softener valve inlet and outlet. Stress from
misaligned or unsupported plumbing may cause
damage to the valve.
• If making a soldered copper installation, do all
sweat soldering before connecting pipes to the
NPTadapters and bypass valve. Torch heat will
damage plastic parts.
WARNING!
If solder is used to make pipe connection
use only lead free solder and flux to
prevent lead poisoning.
• When turning threaded pipe fittings onto plastic
fittings, use care not to cross-thread.
• Use Teflon Tape on all external pipe threads.
Complete the inlet and outlet plumbing for the
type of pipe you will be using. Secure ground
clamp to metal pipes.
ASSEMBLE THE DRAIN PORT ELBOW
1. Locate the drain elbow that is in the parts bag.
2. Make sure the black O-ring is attached to the
outside of the drain elbow. Also look inside the
drain elbow to be sure the small black flow plug
is inside and hasn't fallen out during shipping.
CI Flow Plug (should be
inside drain elbow)
O-ring
/
_"Di[-in por_Drain elbow
Figure 12
3. Insert the drain elbow into the valve's "drain"
port until it stops and the black O-ring is
pushed in beyond the slots in the drain port
with the smaller, barbed end pointing out of the
valve.
4. Secure the drain elbow to the valve using the
black "U" clip (also in the parts bag) by sliding
it into the slots in the drain port and into the
grooves in the drain elbow (seefigure 13).
%
Figure 13
B. Gently pull on the drain elbow to make sure it is
secure in the valve.
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Installation Instructions.
INSTALL VALVE DRAIN HOSE
1.Measure and connect the 3/8"drain line
(provided) to the water softener valve drain
fitting. Use a hose clamp to hold the hose in
place.
NOTE:Avoid drain hose runs longer than 30 feet.
Avoid elevating the hose more than 8 feet above
the floor. Make the valve drain line as short and
direct as possible.
IMPORTANT:If codes require a rigid drain line
see"Valve Drain requirements" section.
2. Route the drain hose or copper tubing to the
floor drain or other suitable drain point. Secure
drain hose. This will prevent "whipping" during
regenerations. See "Air Gap Requirements"
section (Figure 1).
3. Cut and secure the hose.
NOTE: The softener will not work if the water
cannot exit the drain hose during recharge.
INSTALL SALT STORAGE TANK OVERFLOW
HOSE
1.Measure, cut to needed length and connect the
3/8"drain line (provided) to the salt storage tank
overflow elbow and secure in place with a hose
clamp.
2. Route the hose to the floor drain, or other
suitable drain point no higher than the drain
fitting on the salt storage tank (This is a gravity
drain). If the tank overfills with water, the
excess water flows to the drain point. Cut the
drain line to the desired length and route it
neatly out of the way.
IMPORTANT:For proper operation of the water
softener, do not connect the water softener valve
drain tubing to the salt storage tank overflow hose.
TEST FOR LEAKS
To prevent air pressure in the water softener and
plumbing system, complete the following steps in
order:
1. Fully open two or more softened cold water
faucets close to the water softener, located
down stream from the water softener.
2. Place the bypass valve (single or 3 valve)into
the'bypass" position. SeeFigureson Page Z0.
3. Slowly open the main water supply valve. Run
water until there is a steady flow from the
opened faucets, with no air bubbles.
/4.Place bypass valve(s)in "service" or soft water
position as follows:
• Single bypass valve (Figure/4): Slowly move
the valve stem toward "service," pausing
several times to allow the water softener to
fill with water.
• 3 valve bypass (Figure 5): Fully close the
bypass valve and open the outlet valve.
Slowly open the inlet valve, pausing several
times to allow the water softener to fill with
water.
5. After about three minutes, open a hot water
faucet until there is a steady flow and there are
no air bubbles, then close this faucet.
6. Close all cold water faucets and check for leaks
at the plumbing connections that you made.
7. Check for leaks around clips at softener's
inlet and outlet. If a leak occurs at a clip,
depressurize the plumbing (turn off the water
supply and open faucets) before removing clip.
When removing clips at the softener's inlet
or outlet, push the single bypass valve body
toward the softener (SeeFigure 1/4). Improper
removal may damage clips. Do not reinstall
damaged clips.
If removing
clips.....
Figure 14
....depressurize the
plumbing, then push
Bypass Valve body
toward softener
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Installation Instructions.
ADD WATER AND SALT TO THE SALT
STORAGE TANK
WARNING!
EXCESSIVEWEIGHT HAZARD:
Use two or more people to move end lift
solt bogs. Failure to do so con result in
beck or other injuries.
1. Using a container, add about three gallons of
clean water into the salt storage tank.
2.Add salt to the storage tank. Use nugget,
pellet or coarse solar salts with less than 1%
impurities.
PLUG IN THE WATER SOFTENER
1. Plug the water softener into an electrical outlet
that is not controlled by a switch.
2. Replace the top cover.
3. Replace the salt hole cover.
NOTE: The water heater is filled with hard
water and,as hot water is used, it will refill
with conditioned water. In a few days, the hot
water will be fully conditioned. To have fully
conditioned hot water immediately, wait until
the initial recharge is over. Then, drain the water
heater(following instructions for water heater) until
water runs cold.
-- WARNING! Discard all unused parts
and packaging material after installation.
Small parts remaining after the installation
could be a choke hazard.
SANITIZE THE WATER SOFTENER/SANITIZE
AFTER SERVICE
1.Opensalt hole cover, remove the brinewell cover
and pour about 3 oz.(6tablespoons) of household
bleach into the softener brinewell. Replacethe
brinewell cover.
2.Hake surethe bypass valve(s)isin the
"service"(open)position.
3.Start a recharge (regeneration). See"Start a
Recharge'on Page13.
4.After the recharge has completed, fully open a
cold water faucet, downstream from the softener,
and allow 50 gallons of water to passthrough
the system. Thisshould take at least 20 minutes.
Closethe faucet.
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Programming the Water Softener.
Salt Level
Clock
Hardness
Recharge
1orlmll-lr] GollonslMin I
I.... % Remainin_t I
I_ _ r'_ Days to Empty /
IHHHCa,,to,Service/
I___ Recharge Now / _
,,,,,oo,0 ,,i!) "
|. Set ..) char
Today/Now/Cancel
When the transformer is plugged into the
electrical outlet, a model code and test number
(example: J3.a & Has) are shown in the display.
Then, "12:00 PM" begins to flash. An arrow _ is
displayed next to CLOCKon the face plate decal.
CONTROL OPERATION:
•CONTROLSETTINGSREQUIREDupon initial
installation and after an extended power outage.
° Use the MODE/SET button to scroll arrow to
desired control function set.
•After the mode is selected use the UP ,_- and
DOWN_V buttons to change the settings of the
control.
• Press the MODE/SET button to accept changes.
•A"beep" sounds while pressing buttons for
control programming. One beep signals a
change in the control display. Repeated beeps
mean the control will not accept a change from
the button you have pressed, and you should
select another button.
SET TIME OF DAY
1. PressMODEISET button until the arrow
points to CLOCK.
2. Pressthe UP AIL or DOWN_W"buttons to set
the present time. UP ,A, moves the display
ahead; DOWN _W"sets the time back. Be sure
AN and PiVtis correct.
Salt Levelf J-I.I I-1 PH
Clock I' o.-,c
Hardness /
RechargeL
NOTE:Pressbuttons and quickly release to
slowly advance the display one number at a
time. Hold the buttons down for fast advance.
3. When the correct time isshown in the display,
press MODE/SET to accept.
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Programming the Water Softener.
SET WATER HARDNESS NUMBER
1.Pressthe MODE/SET button until the arrow
points to HARDNESS.A flashing 25 will appear
in the display.
Salt Level r ]
Clock /
Hardness I'
Recharge l -
2. Pressthe UP_b. or DOWN_r" buttons to set
your water hardness number.
NOTE: Ifyour water supply contains iron,
compensate for it by adding to the water
hardness number. For example, assume your
water is 20 gpg hard and contains 2 ppm iron.
Add 5 to the hardness number for each lppm
or iron. Inthis example, you would use 30 for
your hardness number.
20 gpg hardness
2ppmironx5= 10 +10
(times) 30 HARDNESS NUMBER
SET RECHARGE (STARTING} TIME
1. Pressthe MODE/SET button until the arrow
points to RECHARGE.
Salt Levellr __,i-lt-I A.
Clock [4 IZ'UU
Hardness
Recharge
NOTE:Aflashing 2:00 AM (factory default)
should show in the display. This is a good time
for recharge to start (takes about 2 hours)in
most households because water is not in use.
HARDWATERis bypassed to house faucets
during recharge.
If no change is needed, go to step 3. To Change
the recharge starting time, follow step 2.
2. Press UP_b, or DOWN V button to set
the desired recharge start time. Be sure
to observe the AM or PMas you did when
setting the time of day.
3. Press the PIODE/SET button to accept.
5. When the display shows your water hardness
(in grains per gallon), press PIODE/SETto
accept.
You can get the grains per gallon (gpg)
hardness of your water supply from a water
analysis laboratory. If you are on a municipal
supply, call your local water department. Or
call Legend Technical Services, an independent
laboratory, to request a water hardness test
kit at 1.800.949.8220, Option 4. If your report
shows hardness in parts per million (ppm) or
milligrams per liter (mg/I), simply divide by 17.1
to get the equivalent number of grains per
gallon.
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Programming the Water Softener.
SET SALT LEVEL
1. Pressthe MODE/SET button until the arrow 4
points to SALT LEVEL.
Solt Level
Clock
Hordness
Rechorge
2. Determine level of salt in brine tank using yellow
indicator on side of brine well, inside brine tank
(see Figure 15).
3. PressUP _b, or DOWN _P" button to set the
SALT LEVELto correspond to level on yellow
indicator in brine tank.
Solt Level
Clock |
Hordness |
Rechorge [.
111_'2
-!.D
NOTE:Each press of a button changes the
level by increments of 0.5 up to 8.0. Lowering
the salt level below zero turns the SALT LEVEL
indicator OFF.
4. Press the MODE/SET button to accept. The
display shows the present time of day and
DAYS TO EMPTY. [iD.70 P. 1
3.]0
"7 "7 Days to Empty
CI
Figure 15
DAYS TO EMPTY
The words DAYSTO EMPTYand a number are
shown in the lower half of the display. This
information isshown in the normal run display.
This isto inform the user of the number of days
before the salt level in the brine tank reaches
Level 0.There will be salt left in the salt tank, but it
may not be sufficient to fully recharge the system.
Salt should be added at this time to avoid hard
water. The value is updated daily and whenever
the SALT LEVELvalue is changed.
7.1-1- A.
,:_.n,n_ _1
1l,_,,oo ,o m0j
NOTE:For the first several weeks of operation, the
DAYSTO EMPTYmay provide erratic operation.
For example, the blue indicator light may flash,
showing that more salt is required when the
actual salt level in the tank is well above the Level
0. In some cases, the DAYSTO EMPTYmay even
increase over a several week period.
It takes a couple of months for the water softener
to learn your water usage pattern. Once it does
this, it will accurately determine actual salt usage
pattern. During this first period, check salt level
when blue indicator light flashes. If the salt level
in the tank is at Level 1 or above, allow system to
run. Be sure to reset your salt level indicator each
time you add salt to the system.
START A RECHARGE
Press the RECHARGE button and hold for three
seconds, until "RECHARGE NOW" begins to flash
in the display, starting a recharge. This recharge
draws the sanitizing bleach into and through the
water softenen Any air remaining in the water
softener is purged to the drain. During this time
periodically check for leaks.
NOTE: As with all other water system
applications, leaks may occun Leaks may not be
immediately apparent. Recheck 24 hours after
first recharge cycle is complete.
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Programming the Water Softener.
OPTIONAL CONTROL SETTINGS
The controller display has several options and
features.
LOW SALTALARM
The LOW SALT ALARM,
when enabled, will sound the
beeper when the DAYSTO
EMPTYvalue is 15 days or
less.To change this setting,
press and hold the MODE/SET
button for 3 seconds or hear
a beep. ON (factory default) or
OFFwill flash in the display.
Press the UP_b. or DOWN
V' buttons to toggle this
feature ON or OFF.Press the
MODE/SET button to accept,
and the display will move to
the PRERINSEON/OFF screen.
Pressthe UP _b. or DOWN
_r buttons to turn prerinse
on or off.
Prerinse]
Dn
PRERINSE
If your water contains
sediment the prerinse
feature will remove sediment
from the resin bed prior to
regeneration.
Press the MODE/SET button
and the display will move to
Prerinse Time mode. In this
screen you can adjust the
duration of the prerinse by
pressing the UP,b. or DOWN
_r" buttons. Press the MODEl
SET button to accept, and the
display will move to the Back
Wash screen.
BACKWASH AND FAST RINSE
If you experience salty tasting water after
regeneration, you may need to increase the
backwash and fast rinse times. The cycle times
during regenerations are determined by the
softener's electronic controller. However, you may
increase the backwash and fast rinse times. You
may add up to 10 minutes.
For Backwash, you can add
up to 10 minutes in 1minute
increments, by pressing the
UP Ab. button, or subtract
time by pressing the DOWN
_T button.
For Fast Rinse,press MODEl
SETand the display moves
to the add fast rinse time
screen. You can add up
to 10 minutes in 1minute
increments, by pressing the
UP _ button, or subtract
time by pressing the DOWN
_T" button. Press the MODE/
SETbutton to accept, and the
display will move to the Run
Display screen.
Rdd
SALTSAVER
When this feature isON, the water softener
will operate at salt efficiencies of 4000 grains
of hardness per pound of salt or higher (May
recharge more often using smaller salt dosage
and less water). The softener is shipped with this
feature set OFF.
In the state of California: You must turn the Salt
Saver Feature ON. This may initiate more frequent
recharges. However, it will operate at 4,000 grains
per pound of salt.
To turn Salt Saver ON: Pressthe
Salt Saver button once until the
blue status light above the button
is ON.
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Programming the Water Softener.
FEATURE: OTHER DATA DISPLAY
Thesemodelshavean option to havethe rundisplay
indicatedifferent information.Theinformation
displayedonthe top half of the displaycan be changed
to one ofthe following by pressingUP,A, or DOWN
_V buttons:
° CAPACITYREMAINING .,--
- Thisisthe percentageof water II I II-
--I 0 °/°Remaining /
softeningcapacity remaining. II IC Days to Empty J
Immediatelyafter a regeneration,II
lO0%shows.Aswater is used, _1 lU_g_ih_h_?eJ
the percentagewiii decrease
untiI the next regeneration.Duringregenerations,the
percentageincrements upward.
Whenpresenttime is displayed,pressthe DOWN_r'
button:% Remainingwill appear in the dispIay.The
valueshown is between0 and 100percent.Thisvalue
isbasedon current operating capacity.Pressingthe
UP_b. button will return the screento the previous
display.
• AVERAGEDALLYGALLONS
- Thefigure displayedisthe
averagegallons ofwater used by
the householdeach day overthe
past seven-dayperiod. I _-- Average Daily 1
C0 Go,o..
Cl =l Days to Empty
__I__IRecharge
Tonight
Pressthe DOWN_r' button againto disptaythe
AverageDailyGallons.Average Daily Gallonswill
appear in the dispiay.Thisvalue isupdated everynight
at midnight.Pressingthe UP_b. button will return the
screento the previousdisplay.
• FLOW RATE,GPM
- Whenusing softwater, this
displayshowsthe flow rate
passingthrough the softener(in
gallonsperminute).Zeroshows
if water is not passingthrough
the softener.
I LI.S Go,o.s/._.
--I I Days to Empty
-i!
, ,_
Pressthe DOWN_Y button againto displaythe flow
rate. Gallons/Min wiltappear in the display.Thisvalue
isupdated everyVzsecond.Pressingthe UP,A, button
wili return the screento the previousdispiay.Pressing
the DOWN_F" button will returnthe screento the
presenttime display.
RESETTING TO FACTORY DEFAULT
To reset the electronic controller to its factory
default for all settings (time, hardness, etc.):
1. Pressthe MODE/SET button and hold until the
display changes twice to show the flashing
mode code.
2. Pressthe UP _k, button to display a flashing
"SOS".
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3. Pressthe MODE/SET button and the electronic
controller will restart.
/4.Set the present time, hardness, etc, as described
in the Programming the Water Softener section
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