Hague MAXIMIZER 7180 Programming manual

WATER SOFTENING APPLIANCE
MODELS 7180 AND 7380
OWNER’S MANUAL AND INSTALLATION GUIDE
VERSION 1.1

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10 Year Limited Warranty
To Whom Warranty Is Extended
This warranty is issued to the original owner at the original location
site and is not transferable to other sites or to subsequent owners
of the system.
For international sales, the supplying dealer is the administrator of
the warranty and should be the first point of contact in the case of
a claim.
Coverage
This limited warranty covers the Hague Quality Water International
system delivered to the original owner at the original location when
the system is purchased for personal, family, or household use. It
is intended to cover defects occurring in workmanship or materials
or both.
Warrantor’s Performance and Length of Limited Warranty
A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North America), Inc. warrants that
upon receipt from the original owner of any mechanical or
electronic part which is found to be defective in materials or
workmanship, A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North America), Inc.
will repair or replace the defective item for 3 years from date of
original installation. Media is not warranted.
A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North America), Inc. further warrants
that upon receipt from the original owner of any Hague Quality
Water International media tank/valve body, brine cabinet, found to
be defective in material or workmanship, A.O. Smith Water
Treatment (North America), Inc. will repair or replace the defective
item for 10 years from date of original installation.
All defective parts must be returned, along with the equipment
serial number and date of original installation, to A.O. Smith Water
Treatment (North America), Inc. PREPAID, and replacement parts
will be returned by A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North America),
Inc. to the original owner FREIGHT COLLECT.
Further Exclusions and Limitations on Warranty
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE
DESCRIBED IN THIS WARRANTY INSTRUMENT.
This warranty does not cover any service call or labor costs
incurred with respect to the removal and replacement of any
defective part or parts. A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North
America), Inc. will not be liable for, nor will it pay service call or
labor charges incurred or expended with respect to this warranty.
In the event the water supply being processed through this product
contains sand, bacterial iron, algae, sulfur, tannins, organic matter,
or other unusual substances, then, unless the system is
represented as being capable of handling these substances in the
system specifications, other special treatment of the water supply
must be used to remove these substances before they enter this
product. Otherwise, A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North America),
Inc. shall have no obligations under this warranty.
This warranty does not cover damage to a part or parts of the
system from causes such as fire, accidents, freezing, or
unreasonable use, abuse, or neglect by the owner.
This warranty does not cover damage to a part or parts of the
system resulting from improper installation. All plumbing and
electrical connections should be made in accordance with all local
codes and the installation instructions provided with the system.
The warranty does not cover damage resulting from use with
inadequate or defective plumbing; inadequate or defective water
supply or pressure; inadequate or defective house wiring; improper
voltage, electrical service, or electrical connections; or violation of
applicable building, plumbing, or electrical codes laws, ordinances,
or regulations.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SECONDARY DAMAGES.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THE PRODUCT DESCRIBED
IN THIS WARRANTY WILL NOT BE EFFECTIVE AFTER THE
EXPIRATION OF THIS WARRANTY.
No dealer, agent, representative, or other person is authorized to
extend or expand this limited warranty.
Some locations do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusion
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
and you may also have other rights which vary from location to
location.
Claims Procedures
Any defects covered by this warranty should be promptly
reported to:
A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North America), Inc.
4343 S. Hamilton Rd.
Groveport, OH 43125 USA
1-614-836-2115
When writing about the defects, please provide the original
owner’s name, telephone number, and original address, serial
number and model number of the product, and date of purchase.
(This information should be listed in General Information at the
front of this manual.) A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North America),
Inc. reserves the right to replace defective parts with exact
duplicates or their equivalent.
For international sales, the supplying dealer is the administrator of
the warranty and should be the first point of contact in the case of
a claim.

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Contents
Owner Information ..............................................................................................................................................................3
General Information .......................................................................................................................................................3
Installation and Maintenance Information ........................................................................................................................4
Checklist Before Installation...........................................................................................................................................4
Precautions....................................................................................................................................................................5
Installation Steps and Start-Up Procedures...................................................................................................................6
Optional Bypass Valve with Blending Valve.................................................................................................................10
Blending Valve.............................................................................................................................................................10
Getting Maximum Efficiency From the Appliance ........................................................................................................11
Five-Button (5B) Controller ..........................................................................................................................................11
Setting and Using the Controller—5B ..........................................................................................................................13
Customer Settings—5B ............................................................................................................................................... 14
Service Settings—5B...................................................................................................................................................15
Smart Touch (ST) Controller........................................................................................................................................17
Setting and Using the Controller—ST..........................................................................................................................18
Customer Settings—ST ............................................................................................................................................... 18
Service Settings—ST...................................................................................................................................................20
Cabinet and Assemblies ..............................................................................................................................................24
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................................................26
Specifications...............................................................................................................................................................27
General Information
Congratulations on choosing a superior Hague Quality Water International water treatment appliance! Soon you and
your family will be enjoying clean, clear water. Use this guide to attain the maximum benefit from your appliance. Keep it
handy for a reference guide and service log. If you have trouble with the operation of your appliance, see Troubleshooting
in the back of this manual.
Manufactured by:
A.O. Smith Water Treatment (North America), Inc.
4343 S. Hamilton Rd.
Groveport, OH 43125 USA
1-614-836-2115
Warning: This appliance must be applied to potable water only.
Note: The manufacturer reserves the right to make specification and product changes without prior notice.
This manual is for installation, operation, and maintenance of the following water softening appliance models:
•7180
•7380
For Owner’s Reference
Date of Installation:
Model Number:
Serial Number1:
Hardness:
Iron:
pH:
Water Pressure:
Water Temperature:
1The serial number is located underneath the valve cover.
Owner Information

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Checklist Before Installation
Refer to this checklist before installation.
Water Quality—If the water supply contains sand, sulfur, bacteria, iron bacteria, tannins, algae, oil, acid, or other unusual
substances, pre-treat the water to remove these contaminants before the water supply enters the appliance, unless the
appliance is represented as being capable of treating these contaminants in its specifications.
Iron—A common problem found in many water supplies is iron. It is important to know what type of and how much iron is
in the water supply.
Iron Type
Description
Ferrous Iron* (sometimes called
clear water or dissolved iron)
Only type of iron that can be treated with a water softener
Ferric Iron
Insoluble and the particles can eventually foul a resin bed. It should be filtered out before the
water reaches the softener
Organic Iron or Bacterial Iron
Attached to other organic compounds in the water. Additional treatment is needed to remove
this type of iron
Colloidal Iron
Not dissolved, yet stays in suspension. A softener cannot remove this type of iron
* If the water supply contains ferrous iron, a commercially available resin bed cleaner should be used every six months. Follow the instructions on
the container. You should also increase your water hardness setting by 5 grains per gallon (8.6 mg/L x 10) for every 1 ppm (1 mg/L) of ferrous iron.
Water Characteristics—Softeners require a pH of 7 or above to function properly. An iron test to determine iron levels is
also necessary.
Water Hardness—Double check hardness of water with test strips provided to verify that your appliance is right for
the job.
•Model 7180 will soften water for up to 70 grains of hardness per gallon (1,200 mg/L).
•Model 7380 will soften water for up to 100 grains of hardness per gallon (1,710 mg/L).
Water Pressure—Not less than 20 psi (1.4 bar) or greater than 120 psi (8.3 bar) constant. If water pressure exceeds
70 psi (4.8 bar), a pressure regulator is recommended.
Water Supply Flow Rate—A minimum of 2.0 to 3.0 gallons (7.6 to 12 L) per minute is recommended. For the purposes
of plumbing sizing, only the rated service flow rate and corresponding pressure loss may be used. Prolonged operation of
a water softener at flow rates exceeding the tested service flow rate may compromise performance.
Water Temperature—Not less than 40°F (4°C) or greater than 120°F (49°C).
Drain—Drain the appliance to an appropriate drain, such as a floor drain or washer drain that will comply with all local
plumbing codes. To prevent back-siphoning, provide an adequate air gap or a siphon break. See Installation Steps and
Start-Up Procedures.
Electricity—The transformer supplied is for a standard 220 volt, 50-cycle AC outlet.
Installation and Maintenance Information

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Precautions
Do
1. Comply with all local building, plumbing, and electrical codes.
2. Test your water quality with the strips, if provided. Optionally, obtain a report on your water’s quality.
3. Install the appliance before the water heater.
4. Install the appliance after the pressure tank on well-water installations.
5. Examine the inlet line to ensure water will flow through it freely and that the inlet pipe size is sized correctly.
The recommended minimum inlet pipe size is 3/4-inch I.D. for well water with iron and 1/2-inch I.D. for
municipal water.
6. Install a pressure-reducing valve if the inlet pressure exceeds 70 psi (4.8 bar).
7. Install a gravity drain on the cabinet.
8. Secure the drain line on the appliance and at the drain outlet. See Installation Steps and Start-Up Procedures.
9. Allow a minimum of 8 to 10 feet (2.4 to 3 m) of 3/4-inch pipe from the outlet of the appliance to the inlet of the
water heater.
Do Not
1. Do not install if checklist items are not satisfactory. See Checklist Before Installation.
2. Do not install if the incoming or outlet piping water temperature exceeds 120°F (49°C). See Specifications.
3. Do not allow soldering torch heat to be transferred to valve components or plastic parts when using the optional
copper adapters.
4. Do not overtighten the plastic fittings.
5. Do not plumb the appliance against a wall that would prohibit access to plumbing. See Installation Steps and
Start-Up Procedures.
6. Do not install the appliance backward. Follow the arrows on the inlet and outlet.
7. Do not plug the transformer into an outlet that is activated by an On/Off switch.
8. Do not install the appliance without an adequate drainage provision where water leakage, if it occurs, will cause
damage.
9. Do not connect the drain and the overflow (gravity drain) lines together.
10. Do not use to treat water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection
before or after the appliance.
11. Do not allow your appliance or drain line to freeze.

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Installation Steps and Start-Up Procedures
The water softener is capable of treating a combination of undesirable constituents (such as iron, dirt, sediment, chlorine,
and/or lead) in water. See Specifications for the capabilities of your appliance. Install, set up, and use the appliance within
the operating limits outlined in this manual. Failure to comply with these specifications may decrease the effectiveness of
the backwash and cause control valve malfunction. The water softener, like any other appliance, requires correct
installation and setting for optimum performance.
Each water treatment appliance includes water test strips and 15 feet (4.6 m) of drain line.
Step 1 Prepare the Placement Area
A. Make sure the placement area is clean.
Note: A pipe with a minimum of 3/4-inch I.D. is required between the pressure tank and the appliance
for the appliance to function properly.
B. Make sure the inlet/outlet and drain connections meet the applicable local codes.
C. Check the arrows on the inlet manifold for correct connections.
D. Place the appliance in the desired location using Figure 1 as a guide. The diagram in Figure 1 applies
to basement, slab, crawl space, and outside installations.
E. Do not install the appliance without an adequate drainage provision where water leakage, if it occurs,
will cause damage.
F. For outside installations, the appliance should be enclosed, so it is protected from the weather.
Caution: Do NOT plumb the appliance in backward.
Figure 1: Appliance Placement—Normal Operation

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Installation Steps and Start-Up Procedures, Cont.
Step 2 Turn Off Water Supply
A. Turn off the water supply.
B. Open the hot and cold water taps to depressurize the lines.
Step 3 Connect Water Lines
A. Remove the valve cover.
B. Remove any packaging or installation materials from the
brine cabinet.
C. For 3/4-inch installation, attach the 3/4-inch water lines to
the appliance using flexible connector and sealing
washers provided. (See Figure 2.)
D. Connect the other end of the flexible connectors to your
pipework using suitable 3/4-inch BSP adaptors
(not supplied).
E. For 1-inch installation, connect directly to the inlet and
outlet connections using a 1-inch compression female
iron to copper adaptor.
Caution: Do NOT use soldered fittings within 450 mm.
F. Use the fibre sealing washers provided only. Do NOT
use PTFE tape or similar direction.
Caution: Do NOT plumb your appliance in backward.
G. Check the arrows on the valve to ensure that the water
flows in the proper direction.
Step 4 Connect Gravity Overflow Elbow
The overflow line drains away excess water should the tank
fill with too much water or the appliance malfunction.
A. Attach the overflow elbow and check that it is in the
down position. (See Figure 3.)
B. Connect 1/2-inch I.D. tubing (size cannot be reduced)
between the gravity overflow elbow and a floor drain or
safe discharge point. Ensure that the overflow line ends
at a drain or safe discharge point that is at least 3 inches
(80 mm) lower than the bottom of the overflow elbow.
Maintain a minimum of 2-inch (50-mm) air gap.
The gravity line cannot be run overhead.
Figure 2: Connect Water Lines
Figure 3: Gravity Overflow Elbow
Gravity Overflow
Elbow

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Installation Steps and Start-Up Procedures, Cont.
Step 5 Connect Drain Line
The drain line carries away the backwash water as part of the
regeneration cycle.
A. Screw the drain fitting into the drain end cap using
suitable jointing tape.
B. Connect the drain line to the drain end cap
with a minimum 1/2-inch I.D. tubing (supplied) and apply
the clip. The size cannot be reduced. (See Figure 4.)
C. Route the drain line to a floor drain or suitable waste
outlet, maintaining a minimum 2-inch (50-mm) air gap
between the drain line and the flood level rim of the
waste receptor to prevent back-siphoning. This drain
line should make the shortest run to the suitable drain.
D. The drain line may be elevated up to 8 feet (2.4 m) from
the discharge on the appliance as long as the water
pressure in your system is 40 psi (2.8 bar) or more. The
maximum length for the drain line is 25 feet (7.6 m).
Caution: The drain line must NOT be kinked, crimped,
or restricted in any way.
Step 6 Flush Lines
A. Place the appliance in the Bypass position.
(See Figure 5.)
B. Turn on the main water supply.
C. Open the nearest cold water tap to flush the plumbing of
any excess soldering flux, air, or any other foreign
material.
D. Return the appliance to Normal Operation.
Step 7 Check for Leaks
A. Turn on the water supply.
B. Slowly open the inlet valve to slowly fill the media tank.
C. Open the outlet valve and allow the air to purge out of
the media tank to the nearest cold mains water draw
off point.
Note: This water may be discolored at first. This is quite
normal and nothing to worry about.
D. Run until the water runs clear.
E. Close the tap and recheck for leaks.
Figure 4: Connect Drain Line
Figure 5: Bypass Position

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Installation Steps and Start-Up Procedures, Cont.
Step 8 Plug in the Transformer
A. Connect the transformer power cord to the controller.
(See Figure 6.)
B. Make sure the transformer cord is fed through the same
area as the drain and water lines.
C. Plug the transformer into an appropriate outlet.
D. Ensure that the outlet selected is not operated by an
On/Off switch.
Step 9 Set Up the Controller
A. Program the appliance controller. (See Setting and
Using the Controller)
Figure 6: Connect Transformer
Power Cord
Step 10 Add Water to the Brine Cabinet
A. Remove any packaging or installation materials.
B. Add 2 gallons (8 L) of water to the brine cabinet. After
the first regeneration, the appliance will automatically
refill the correct amount of water into the brine cabinet.
C. Ensure that the valves are correctly set for normal use,
and that the bypass valve is closed.
Step 11 Fill the Brine Cabinet With Salt
A. Fill the brine cabinet with salt.Use clean, white tablet
salt or block salt.
Note: Always keep the salt level above the water level.
For convenience, completely fill the tank when refilling
with salt.
B. After you add salt, including adding it after the tank has
run out of salt, wait two hours for saturated brine before
starting any regeneration. This is not normally
necessary on initial set-up.
Step 12 Complete the Installation
A. Ensure that inlet and outlet valves are fully open and the
bypass valve is fully closed. (See Figure 1.)
B. Ensure the water supply is on.
C. Place the cover on the cabinet.
D. Close the salt port lid.
Figure 7: Fill the Brine Cabinet with Salt

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Optional Bypass Valve with Blending Valve
The bypass valve can isolate the appliance should the appliance malfunction or leak. It can also permit the use of
untreated water for watering plants, shrubs, or lawns.
The bypass valve is attached to the main control valve. See Figure 8. To engage the bypass valve, locate the blue knob
on top of the bypass valve. Turn the knob counterclockwise until it hits the stop. The appliance will be bypassed and all
water to the home is raw, untreated water. To prevent untreated water from entering the home, water should not be used
inside the home when the appliance is in Bypass mode. Ensure that the appliance is returned to Service mode when the
appliance is repaired or the use of untreated water is complete by turning the blue knob clockwise until it hits the stop.
Figure 8: Optional Bypass Valve
Blending Valve
In some situations, the blending valve may be used to decrease water softness. The amount of hardness blended back
into the water line is determined by the hardness of the incoming water and the setting of the blending valve. Where
extremely hard water is present, the blending valve may only need to be “cracked” open. Where the incoming water has
relatively low levels of hardness, the blending valve will need to be opened further.
The blending valve is located between the input and output connections on the top of the bypass valve. See Figure 8. It is
adjusted by placing a flat blade screwdriver in the slot provided and turning clockwise to open. Total movement of the
blending valve from full closed to full open is 1/4 revolution. Precise setting of the blending valve will require “trial and
error” testing. The initial setting should be conservative. Because of the blending valve’s ease of access and adjustment,
the user can increase or decrease the setting according to their preference over a period of time.
Use of the blending valve is not recommended where objectionable concentrations of ferrous iron or sediment are
present. Because the blending valve is mixing “raw” water with softened, any ferrous iron or sediment in the “raw” water
will also be blended and reintroduced into the softened water line.
Note: If the appliance is installed for barium and/or radium reduction, the blending valve must remain in the fully closed
position at all times.
Blending Valve
Blue Bypass Knob
Test Port

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Getting Maximum Efficiency From the Appliance
To achieve the maximum benefit and performance from
this appliance, familiarize yourself with this manual and
the appliance.
1. The salt level should always be at least 1/3 full. Refill
the salt when the level drops below the water level in
the brine cabinet. A resin cleaner can be used on a
monthly basis. A clean pellet, solar, or cube type salt
is recommended. Do not use rock salt.
Caution: Do not mix different types of salt.
Caution: Do not use potassium chloride if your
water contains iron and/or manganese.
2. Should your electricity be off for any reason, check
your controller for the correct time and reset as
necessary. (See Customer Settings.)
3. Program the appliance to regenerate at a time when
the water is not being used. If there is more than one
appliance, allow two hours between
each regeneration.
4. Protect the appliance, including the drain line,
from freezing.
5. Adhere to all operational, maintenance, and
placement requirements.
6. If your appliance runs out of salt:
A. Open the salt lid and add salt.
B. Wait two hours, then press and hold the
Regenerate button for 5 seconds.
C. Regeneration is complete after approximately
12 to 45 minutes, and the appliance is returned
to Normal Operation.
7. If dirt, sand, or large particles are present in the
water supply, please contact your water treatment
specialist.
8. The appliance may be disinfected with 5.25% sodium
hypochlorite, which is the active ingredient in
household chlorine bleach. To disinfect the appliance,
add 4.0 fluid ounces (120 mL) of chlorine bleach
solution to the brine well of the brine cabinet. The brine
cabinet should have water in it. Start a manual
regeneration.
9. The bypass enables you to bypass the appliance if any
work is being performed on the appliance, well pump,
or plumbing. Use Bypass mode also for watering
plants or lawns with untreated water.
10. Before putting the appliance back in service after work
has been performed, turn on the nearest cold water tap
until water runs clear.
11. Inspect and clean the brine cabinet and air check/draw
tube assembly annually or when sediment is present in
the brine cabinet.
12. Potassium permanganate will need to be added
periodically to any iron filter.
13. An efficiency rated water softener is a DIR softener,
which also complies with specific performance
specifications intended to minimize the amount of
regenerant brine and water used in its operation.
Five-Button (5B) Controller
This appliance may feature a five-button controller with
an LCD display. The controller can be used to view the
appliance’s status, perform regenerations, and change
settings. An independent dealer should set the Service
Settings during installation of the appliance.
Figure 9: Five-Button Controller
LCD Display
Buttons

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Five-Button (5B) Controller, Cont.
Controller Part
Function
LCD Display
Shows the status of the controller; it is very important to know which mode the controller is in for
proper operations.
Normal Operating
Mode
Shows
•The amount of soft water remaining until the next automatic regeneration (Each person in the
household uses about 75 gallons [290 liters] per day)
•The number of days until the next regeneration (Mode 1, Filter = No)
•The flow rate in gallons (or liters) per minute (Filter = No)
•Whether the appliance will regenerate tonight (If the Regenerate button has been pressed and
released)
Service Settings
Mode
Includes settings such as the language, mode, water hardness, and time of each regeneration step.
Service Settings must be set before Customer Settings. Otherwise, some values may not be available.
Service Settings Mode is intended for use by qualified service personnel.
Customer Setting
Mode
Includes setting the time of day, the regeneration time, and the number of people in the household;
depending on the service settings, this option may not be available.
Water Flowing
Indicator
Indicates that water is flowing through the appliance; useful for checking for proper plumbing and
leaks.
Recharge/
Regeneration Status
Shows regeneration cycle positions during regeneration.
Buttons
The Change, Select, Display, and Scroll Back buttons are used when changing Customer Settings
and Service Settings.
Change
The Change button is used with the Select button to set the value of certain parameters.
•When you press the Change button, the value under the cursor changes to the next available
value, typically increasing by one until all values have been displayed and the process begins
again.
Select
The Select button is used to move the cursor when setting parameters.
1. Press and release the Select button to move the cursor one digit to the right of the parameter to
be changed.
2. When the cursor is at the extreme right position, press the Select button again to reset the cursor
to the extreme left position.
Display
The Display button is used to enter programming modes and also to save a value and display the next
value to be changed.
1. To program Service Settings, press and hold both the Display button and the Select button for
about five seconds while “Service Setting” is displayed.
2. To program Customer Settings, press and hold the Display button for about five seconds while
“Customer Setting” is displayed.
Scroll Back
The Scroll Back function is used to step back to a previous parameter setting. It is typically used to go
back to correct a setting without the need to scroll forward through all settings.
Regenerate
The Regenerate button at the bottom of the controller is used when starting your water softening
appliance, to start an immediate regeneration, or to restore capacity if you run out of salt.

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Setting and Using the Controller—5B
The controller must be set up correctly for the appliance to perform properly.
Note: Ensure that the bottom of the controller is firmly locked onto the four tabs on the top of the drive end cap assembly.
Regenerate Button
The Regenerate button is used when starting the water filtration appliance and to start an immediate regeneration. The
Regenerate button can be used in three ways:
1. The Regenerate button can be used to put the appliance into an immediate regeneration.
A. Press and hold the Regenerate button for about five seconds until the display changes from “Regenerate” to
“Going to.”
B. The appliance is in regeneration mode and will display the status of each cycle. After all regeneration cycles are
complete, the display will return to Normal operating mode.
2. The Regenerate button can be used to quickly advance through all of the
regeneration cycles to speed up the cycles, which is used when starting up or
diagnosing the appliance only.
A. To advance through the regeneration cycles, press and hold the Regenerate
button for about five seconds until the display changes to “Going to.”
B. The cycle position will display (for example, Backwash 1).
C. Each cycle can be advanced by pressing the Regenerate button. Always
wait until the cycle position displays before advancing to the next cycle
position.
3. Press and release the Regenerate button in Normal operating mode to schedule
a regeneration tonight or toggle it off.
Figure 10: Regenerate Button

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Customer Settings—5B
Service Settings must be set before Customer Settings. Service Settings should be set during installation of the
appliance.
To set Customer Settings, press and hold the Display button for about five seconds while “Customer Setting” displays.
Release the button when “Set Time” displays. If the setting displayed is correct, press Display to move to the next setting.
Step 1 Set Time of Day
Display reads “Set Time” followed by the current time that is set; the cursor will be under the second
hours digit.
To Change the Time of Day
A. Press Change repeatedly until the current hour is displayed.
B. Press Select to set the hour and move the cursor to the right.
C. Do the same to set the minutes.
D. Select AM or PM.
E. When the desired time is displayed, press Display to step to the next parameter.
Note: Whenever you experience an electrical outage, check your controller for the correct time. Make
any necessary corrections.
Step 2 Set Regeneration Time
Display reads “Reg. Time” followed by the current regeneration time that is set; the cursor will be under
the second hours digit. Usually you want to set a regeneration time when water will not be used
(Ex. 02:00 am).
To Change the Regeneration Time
A. Follow the procedure outlined above for setting the time.
B. When the desired regeneration time is displayed, press Display.
Step 3 Set Number of People
Display reads “# People” followed by the current setting for the number of people in the household; the
cursor will be under the tens digit.
To Change the Number of People
A. Press Change repeatedly until the desired value is displayed; values will cycle from 0 to 9.
B. Press Select and the cursor moves to the right.
C. When the desired number of people is displayed, press Display to exit the Customer Setting mode.
When you press the Display button at “# People,” the values are saved, and the controller returns to
Normal operating mode.

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Service Settings—5B
To program Service settings on the controller, press and hold the Select and Display buttons while “Service Settings” is
displayed until “Set Language Eng” is displayed. Programming Service Settings is similar to programming Customer
Settings (see Customer Settings for programming details). The values that can be set are listed below.
Note: The Service Settings must be set before the Customer Settings.
Display
Meaning
Possible Values
Comments
Set Language Eng
Set the language of the
display
Set Language Eng
Entrer Langue Fra
Entre La Leng. Esp
Units ENG
Units of measure
ENG or MET
Soft. v. # X.XX
Displays the current
software version
Cannot be set
2.10 or later
Mode
2
Operating Mode:
Timer (Mode 1)
Demand Delayed (Mode 2)
1 or 2
See Operating Modes
Regen Freq.
01
How often regeneration
occurs
1–12 days
Only displays when in Mode 1
Hard. Gr.
040
Hardness of the water that
was tested
003 to 999 Grains
(00000 to 99999 mg/L)
This is the actual hardness
reading and is not compensated
for iron and/or manganese
Iron ppm
00
Amount of iron in parts per
million of the water that was
tested
00 to 99 ppm (mg/L)
This value is used to calculate
compensated hardness
automatically
Mang. ppm
00
Amount of manganese in
parts per million of incoming
water
00 to 99 ppm (mg/L)
This value is used to calculate
compensated hardness
automatically
Salt =
Sodium
Regenerant filling the brine
tank
Sodium or Potassium
See Warning
Comp. Hard.
00070
Compensated hardness
using the hardness, iron,
and manganese settings
Cannot be set
ppm or mg/L
The formula used is:
Hardness + (4 x each ppm iron) +
(4 x each ppm manganese) =
compensated hardness
Capac. Gr.
22,700
The desired softening
capacity number
00000 to 99999 Grains
(0000 to 9999 gm)
See Specifications or Mode 1
(Timer Mode) and Mode 2
(Demand Delayed Mode) Setting
Chart for capacities based on salt
usage
72–96 hr Regen
No
A way to force regeneration
at regularly scheduled
intervals
No (or Yes, for iron)
See 72–96 Hour Regeneration
Backwash 1
01.0
Number of minutes the first
backwash cycle lasts
00.0 to 99.9
Set to the nearest tenth of a
minute
Warning: When iron and/or manganese is present in the water supply, do not use potassium chloride as a regenerant.
Iron and/or manganese bacteria may develop and foul the softening media and may void the warranty.
This table continues on the next page.

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Service Settings—5B, Cont.
Display
Meaning
Possible Values
Comments
Brine/Rinse
30.0
Number of minutes the brine
and slow rinse cycle lasts
00.0 to 99.9
Set to the nearest tenth of a minute
Backwash 2
05.0
Number of minutes the
second backwash cycle
lasts
00.0 to 99.9
Set to the nearest tenth of a minute
Salt lbs.
06.2
Amount of salt set to be
used in each regeneration to
achieve the capacity setting
00.0 to 99.9 lb (kg)
Set to the nearest tenth
Turbine Test
No
Used by qualified personnel
for diagnostic purposes
No or Yes
Do not engage this feature
Reg. Tonight
Yes
Sets the appliance to
regenerate tonight
No or Yes
If set to Yes, it will force a regeneration
at the next set regeneration time (such
as 02:00 AM). After the regeneration,
the value will be set to No
Filter?
No
Used by qualified service
personnel to set the model
number
No or Yes
Has no effect on the function of the
appliance
When you press the Display button at “Filter?”, the values are saved, and the controller returns to Normal operating mode.
Operating Modes
The appliance has two operating modes: Timer mode and Demand Delayed mode. Both modes are equipped with
Capacity Guard®, which ensures that a supply of softened water will be available even with excessive water usage.
Mode 1—Timer Mode
When the appliance is in Timer mode, it will regenerate based on the frequency that is set, for example every day or up to
every 12 days. The time of regeneration can be set.
Mode 2—Demand Delayed Mode
When the appliance is in Demand Delayed mode, it will regenerate based on the actual water usage and the total
capacity of the appliance. The time that the regeneration takes place can be set, for example 2:00 AM. Should the total
capacity be depleted before the set regeneration time, a forced regeneration will occur.
72–96 Hour Regeneration
If this value is set to Yes, the appliance will be forced to regenerate every 72–96 hours unless a regeneration based on
water usage occurs within the time interval. The value should always be set to Yes if iron is present in the water.

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Smart Touch (ST) Controller
This appliance may feature a touch-screen controller with a color screen display. The controller can be used to view the
appliance’s status, perform regenerations, and change settings. An independent Hague dealer should set the Service
Settings during the installation of the appliance.
Figure 11: Smart Touch Controller—Main Menu
Customer Settings Screen
Button
Function
Ok
Sets the information and moves to the next screen
Back
Navigates to the previous screen
Clr
Resets all values to 0 and/or to the default value
Esc
Escapes to the main menu
day
Advances to the next day, when applicable
AP
Toggles between AM and PM, when applicable
Customer Settings
Gallons Remaining
Message/Status Indicator
Service Settings
Water Flow Indicator
Regenerate

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Setting and Using the Controller—ST
The controller must be set up correctly for the appliance to perform properly.
Note: Ensure that the bottom of the controller is firmly locked onto the four tabs on the top of the drive end cap assembly.
Regenerate Button
The Regenerate button is used when starting the water filtration appliance and to start an immediate regeneration. The
Regenerate button can be used in three ways:
1. The Regenerate button can be used to put the appliance into an immediate regeneration.
A. Press and hold the Regenerate button for about 5 seconds until the display changes to “Going to Backwash 1.”
B. The appliance is in regeneration mode and will display the status of each cycle. After all regeneration cycles are
complete, the display will return to normal operating mode.
2. The Regenerate button can be used to quickly advance through all of the
regeneration cycles to speed up the cycles, which is used when starting up or
diagnosing the appliance only.
A. To advance through the regeneration cycles, tap the Regenerate button.
B. The cycle position will display (for example, Backwash 1).
C. Each cycle can be advanced by pressing the Regenerate button. Always
wait until the cycle position displays before advancing to the next cycle
position.
3. Tap the Regenerate button in Normal operating mode to schedule a regeneration
tonight or toggle it off.
Figure 12: Regenerate Button
Customer Settings—ST
Service Settings must be set before Customer Settings; Service Settings should be set during installation of the
appliance.
To program Customer Settings on the controller, tap twice on the screen to bring up the “Main Menu.”
Tap “Customer Settings” .
Note: If a value displayed on the screen is correct, press Ok to move on to the next programmable value.
Step 1 Set Day and Time
Display reads “Set Time” followed by the current day and time that is set (Ex. Mon 01:00pm).
To Change the Day and Time
A. Tap “day” to change the day of the week.
B. Enter the time (hh:mm).
C. Tap “AP” for AM or PM.
D. When the desired day and time are displayed, press Ok.

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Customer Settings—ST, Cont.
Step 2 Set Regeneration Time
Display reads “Regeneration Time” followed by the current regeneration time that is set (Ex. 02:00am).
To Change the Regeneration Time
A. Enter the desired regeneration time (hh:mm).
B. Tap “AP” for AM or PM.
C. When the desired regeneration time is displayed, press Ok.
Step 3 Set Regeneration Days
Mode 1 - Days Of Week only (see Operating Modes).
Step 4 Set Silent Mode Start Time
Display reads “Quiet Start Time” followed by the current time that is set (Ex. 12:00am). Use silent mode
to prevent audible alarms during specified hours.
To Set the Silent Mode Start Time
A. Enter the desired silent mode start time (hh:mm).
B. Tap “AP” for AM or PM.
C. When the desired time is displayed, press Ok.
Step 5 Set Silent Mode Stop Time
Display reads “Quiet Stop Time” followed by the current time that is set (Ex. 06:30am).
To Set the Silent Mode Stop Time
A. Enter the desired silent mode stop time (hh:mm).
B. Tap “AP” for AM or PM.
C. When the desired time is displayed, press Ok.
Step 6 Set Number of People
Display reads “# People” followed by the current setting for the number of people in the household
(Ex. 4).
To Change the Number of People
A. Enter the number of people in the household.
B. When the desired number of people is displayed, press Ok.
Note: Whenever you experience an electrical outage, check your controller for the correct time and day. Make any
necessary corrections.

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Service Settings—ST
To program Service Settings on the controller, tap on the screen to bring up the “Main Menu.”
Tap the Service Settings button . The values that can be set are listed below. (Metric values are in parentheses.)
Note: The Service Settings must be set before the Customer Settings.
Title
Description
Factory Setting
Language
Select the desired language (English, Français, Español, Deutsch,
Italiano)
English
Units
Select units of measure (Metric or English)
English
History?
Option to show history (Yes or No) (see Service Settings—History)
No
Total Regenerations
Displays the number of regenerations since the last time Service Settings
mode was entered. Value resets to 0 once the number is viewed
0
Total Gallons
Displays the number of gallons that have passed through the unit since
the last time Service Settings mode was entered. Value resets to 0 once
the number is viewed
0
Mode (1–3)
Enter operating mode (1 to 3) (see Operating Modes)
2
Hardness Grains
Enter hardness test results (1 to 199 grains) or (0000 to 3999 mg/L)
40
Iron ppm
Enter iron test results (0 to 99 ppm (mg/L))
0
Manganese ppm
Enter manganese test results (0 to 99 ppm (mg/L))
0
Salt
Select regenerant (Sodium or Potassium)
Sodium
Compensated Hardness
Grains
Automatically calculated
40
Capacity Grains
The desired capacity number (52 to 9999 grains) or (788 to 6999 gm)
24480
Backwash 1 Minutes
First backwash cycle duration (0 to 999.9)
001.0
Brine/Rinse Minutes
Brine and rinse cycle duration (0 to 999.9)
030.0
Backwash 2 Minutes
Second backwash cycle duration (0 to 999.9)
005.0
Salt lbs.
Amount of salt for each regeneration
006.2
72–96hr Regeneration
Force regeneration setting every 72 to 96 hours unless a demand-based
regeneration occurs within time interval (Yes or No)
Yes*
Distiller/RO
Yes, if distiller or RO in use
Yes
Turbine Test
Used for advanced diagnosis (Yes or No)
No
Salt Monitor
Salt monitor in use (Yes or No)
Yes
Regenerate Tonight
Set to regenerate tonight (Yes or No)
No
Dealer Name
Enter the dealership/business name
Dealer Name
Dealer Number
Enter the dealership/business phone number
800-123-4567
* Required if iron is present