GE AvantaPure Professional Series User manual

Models: 268 Co-Current Conditioner
263 Three-Cycle Filter
AvantaPure®Professional Series
Water Treatment System by GE
Operations Manual
Writers Note: NEED NEW IMAGE

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Table of Contents
How To Use This Manual 3
General Warnings And Safety Information 4
System Operation Cycle Functions 6
Equipment Installation 8
Valve Layout 8
Control Layout 9
Location Selection 11
Water Line Connection 17
Drain Line 20
Regenerant Line Connection 21
Overflow Line Connection 23
Electrical Connection 25
Valve Camshaft 28
Disinfection Of Water Conditioners 29
AvantaPure Controller 31
Display Icons 32
Keypad — Buttons 33
Things You Might Need to Know 34
Programming Overview 35
Level I Programming 35
Level II Programming 37
Level III Programming 43
Placing Conditioner Into Operation 44
AvantaPure Exploded View 47
AvantaPure Parts List 48
Troubleshooting 49

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How To Use This Manual
series controllers.
This manual is a reference and will not include every system installation
situation. The person installing this equipment should have:
• Training in the AvantaPure series controllers and Autotrol brand valves
• Knowledge of water conditioning and how to determine proper control
settings
• Basic plumbing skills
• The directional instructions "left" and “right" are determined by looking
at the front of the unit.
Icons That Appear In This Manual
Introduction
Parts Included
Left Side Right Side
WARNING: Failure to follow this instruction can result in personal injury
or damage to the equipment.
NOTE:

4 General Warnings And Safety Information
General Warnings And Safety Information
Electrical
There are no user-serviceable parts in the AC adapter, motor, or controller.
In the event of a failure, these should be replaced.
• All electrical connections must be completed according to local codes.
• Use only the power AC adapter that is supplied.
• The power outlet must be grounded.
• To disconnect power, unplug the AC adapter from its power source.
• Do not use petroleum based lubricants such as vaseline, oils, or
hydrocarbon based lubricants. Use only 100% silicone lubricants.
• All plastic connections should be hand tightened. Teflon tape may be
used on connections that do not use an O-ring seal. Do not use pliers
or pipe wrenches.
The drain line must be a minimum of 1/2-inch diameter. Use
3/4-inch pipe if the backwash flow rate is greater than 7 GPM
(26.5 Lpm) or the pipe length is greater than 20 feet (6 m).
• Do not support the weight of the system on the control valve fittings,
plumbing, or the bypass.
• It is not recommended to use sealants on the threads. Use Teflon*
tape on the threads of the 1-inch NPT elbow, the drain line
connections, and other NPT threads.
*Teflon is a trademark of E.I. duPont de Nemours.
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General
• Observe all warnings that appear in this manual.
• Keep the media tank in the upright position. Do not turn upside down
or drop. Turning the tank upside down will cause media to enter the
valve.
• Operating ambient temperature is between 34F (1C) and 120F
(49C).
• Operating water temperature is between 34F (1F) and 100F (38C).
• Working water pressure range is 20 to 120 psi (1.38 to 8.27 bar). In
Canada the acceptable working water pressure range is 20 to 100 psi
(1.38 to 6.89 bar).
• Use only regenerant salts designed for water softening. Do not use ice
melting, block, or rock salts.
• Follow state and local codes for water testing. Do not use water that is
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.
• When filling media tank, do not open water valve completely. Fill tank
slowly to prevent media from exiting the tank.
• When installing the water connection (bypass or manifold) connect to
the plumbing system first. Allow heated parts to cool and cemented
parts to set before installing any plastic parts. Do not get primer or
solvent on O-rings, nuts, or the valve.
WARNING: The valve and tank components of this unit have been
assembled and tightened to the proper factory torque specifications.
Over tightening may result in improper valve, probe and tank alignment
and may damage the tank O-ring
(PN 1010154).
WARNING: Excessive Weight Hazard. Use two or more people to move
and install the conditioner. Failure to do so can result in injury (including
back injury).

6 System Operation Cycle Functions
System Operation Cycle Functions
1. Service (Downflow)
2. Backwash (Upflow)
3. Brine/Slow Rinse (Downflow)
4. Repressurized Cycle (Hard Water Bypass Flapper Open)
5. Fast Rinse (Downflow)
6. Brine Refill

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Cycle Water Flows
SERVICE BACKWASH BRINE/SLOW RINSE
FAST RINSE
From Regenerant
Tank
To Regenerant
Tank
BRINE REFILL
REPRESSURIZE

8 Equipment Installation
Equipment Installation
Valve Layout
Refill Controller
Regenerant Tube Connection
Injector and cap
Valve Discs
Outlet
Drain
Inlet
Backwash Injector Screen
Camshaft
Drain Control Filter
Control Module
Mount
One Piece Valve
Disc Spring
Motor
Optical Sensor

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AvantaPure Controller
LBS
PM
MIN
KG
x100
LCD Display
Manual Regen Button
Down Button
Set Button Up Button
For Future Use
Turbine Input or Dry Contact Signal Input
Main Motor &
Optical Sensor
Connection
AC Adapter
(low voltage)
Input
Chlorine Generator Outlet

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Model Number
Recharge Style
Media Tank Size
Resin Volume
Recharge (Salt) Tank Size
Salt Storage
Drain Water Rate
Service Connection Size
Drain Connection Size
Recharge (Brine) Connection Size
Installation Space Requirements
Shipping Weight

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Location of a water treatment system is important. The following
conditions are required:
• Level platform or floor
• Room to access equipment for maintenance and adding regenerant
(salt) to tank.
• Ambient temperatures over 34F (1C) and below 120F (49C).
• Water pressure below 120 psi (8.27 bar) and above 20 psi
(1.4 bar).
• In Canada the water pressure must be below 100 psi (6.89 bar).
• Constant electrical supply to operate the controller.
• Total minimum pipe run to water heater of ten feet (three meters) to
prevent backup of hot water into system.
• Local drain for discharge as close as possible.
• Water line connections with shutoff or bypass valves.
• Must meet any local and state codes for site of installation.
• Valve is designed for minor plumbing misalignments. Do not support
weight of system on the plumbing.
• Be sure all soldered pipes are fully cooled before attaching plastic
valve to the plumbing.
Outdoor Locations
WARNING:
WRITERS NOTE: LEVELING FEET?

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return to normal. A protective cover should assist with high
temperature applications.
• Insects — The controller and valve have been designed to keep all but
the smallest insects out of the critical areas. Any holes in the top plate
can be covered with a metal foil ductwork tape. The top cover should
be installed securely in place.

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Dimensions
36.9 (938.1)
60.7 (1541.6)
19.8
(503.8)
16.8 (427.1)
17.6 (447)
20.5 (521.1)
35.1 (890.4)
28.2 (715.9)
32.2 (817.5)
53.4 (1356.6)
55 (1398.1)
5.0 (127)
2.5 (63.5)

Typical System Layout
Figure 2 Softened Water Flow
Diagram.
Laundry Tubs
Pump
or
Meter
Hot Water
Outlet
Outside
Faucet
Outside
Faucet
Water
Heater
Bath Tub Lavatory Toilet Kitchen
Floor Drain
Soft Water
Hard Water
Outside
Faucet
Outside
Faucet
Bath Tub Lavatory Toilet Kitchen
Laundry Tubs
Pump
or
Meter
Hot Water
Outlet
Water
Heater
Brine Tank Overow Drain
Floor Drain
Drain Line
Bypass
Softener
Grounding
Strap

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The Pro Elite system is shipped with several parts unassembled. When
parts are removed from the packing, they should be inspected for
damage. If any parts are damaged or missing, contact your supplier.
When the carton is first opened, the softener will be standing upright. The
salt tank will be turned over and covering the softener (Figure ).
Figure 3
To assemble the system, remove the salt tank components (cover, collar,
base and brine tube assembly) from the shipping container. The media
tank can now be removed. Locate the miscellaneous parts bag.
To assemble the Salt Tank:
WARNING:
Brine Tube
(Upside Down)
(Softener)
Assembly

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To assemble the Media Tank:
1. If the floor under the media tank is uneven, the leveling feet may be
installed. Slowly lay the tank on its side. Press or tap the feet into the
pockets.
1. Stand the tank up and in position. Level as needed.
2. Remove cover by pressing in on the latch and lifting cover (Figure 4).
When the cover is removed, the valve is visable. Remove the power
adapter. It should be secured to the tank collar near the inlet/outlet
connections.
Figure 4
WARNING: The media tank contains loose particles that will shift. If the tank is
turned upside down or laid back quickly, the particles may enter the valve. If
this happens, the valve may need to be disassembled and cleaned.
Press in
Lift

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A bypass valve system should be installed on all water conditioning
systems. Bypass valves isolate the conditioner from the water system and
allow unconditioned water to be used. Service or routine maintenance
procedures may also require that the system is bypassed. The illustrations
below show the two common bypass methods.
Figure 5
Autotrol Series 1265
bypass for use with
Performa
Figure 6
Typical Globe Valve Bypass
System
Normal Operation In Bypass
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Water
Conditioner
In Out
Water
Conditioner
In Out
Water
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Water
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Water
Conditioner
Water
Conditioner

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Figure 7
Grounding Strap
The inlet water must be connected to the inlet port of the
valve. When replacing non-Autotrol valves, the inlet and outlet may be
reversed. It is also possible for the plumbing to be installed in an
opposite order.
Do not solder pipes with lead-based solder.
Do not use tools to tighten plastic fittings. Over time, stress
may break the connections. When the 1265 bypass valve is used, only
hand tighten the nuts.
Do not use petroleum grease on gaskets when connecting
bypass plumbing. Use only 100% silicone grease products when
installing any Autotrol brand valve. Non-silicone grease may cause
plastic components to fail over time.
Several tube adapters are available to connect the valve to
the water plumbing. See Parts List

Installation Instructions
Drain Line Connection.
Regenerant Line Connection
Overflow Line Connection
AvantPure Controller, Programming
Conventions Programming Levels I, II, and III Placing the Conditioner
Into Operation
Level I
Programming

Drain Line
Right Way