Hydrotech 89 HIMTLC Series User manual

89 HIMTLC
Soener & Tannins
Reducon System
Owners Manual
REVISION # 0
REVISION DATE May 4,2015
54862-1
1. Read all instrucons carefully before operaon.
2. Avoid pinched o‐rings during installaon by applying (provided with install kit) NSF cerfied lubri‐
cant to all seals.
3. This system is not intended for treang water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfecon before or aer the system.
Canadian Head Office
655 Park St.
Regina, SK S4N 5N1
U.S. Head Office
8437 10th Avenue North
Golden Valley, MN 55427
New Style Parallel Tank Connector

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Safety Guide
 Check and comply with your provincial /
state and local codes. You must follow
these guidelines.
 Use care when handling the water soften-
ing system. Do not turn upside down,
drop, drag or set on sharp protrusions.
 The water softening system works on 12
volt-60 Hz electrical power only. Be sure to
use only the included transformer.
 Transformer must be plugged into an in-
door 120 volt, grounded outlet only.
 Use clean water softening salts only, at
least 99.5% pure. NUGGET, PELLET or
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 cre-
ate maintenance problems.
 Keep the salt lid in place on the softener
unless servicing the unit or refilling with
salt.
 WARNING: This system is not intend-
ed for treating water that is microbiologi-
cally unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the
system.
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of
electric shock, property damage or personal injury.
Be sure to check the entire softener for any shipping damage or parts loss. Also note dam-
age to the shipping cartons. Contact the transportation company for all damage and loss
claims. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages in transit.
Small parts, needed to install the softener, are in a parts bag. To avoid loss of the small
parts, keep them in the parts bag until you are ready to use them.
Unpacking / Inspection
PAGE
Unpacking / Inspection 2
Safety Guide 2
Proper Installation 3
Specification 4
Before Starting Installation 4
Installation Instructions 6
System Start Up 8
Programming Instructions 9
About The System 10
Maintenance 12
Sanitizing Procedure 15
Main Repair Parts 16
Trouble Shooting 23
Warranty 24
Table of Contents

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Proper Installation
This water softening system must be properly installed and located in accordance with the
Installation Instructions before it is used.
 Do not install or store where it will not be
exposed to temperatures below freezing or
exposed to any type of weather. Water
freezing in the system will break it. Do not
attempt to treat water over 100°F.
 Do not install in direct sunlight. Excessive
sun or heat may cause distortion or other
damage to non-metallic parts.
 Properly ground to conform with all gov-
erning codes and ordinances.
 Use only lead-free solder and flux for all
sweat-solder connections, as required by
state and federal codes.
 Maximum allowable inlet water pressure is
125 psi. If daytime pressure is over 80
psi, night time pressure may exceed the
maximum. Use a pressure reducing valve
to reduce the flow if necessary.
 Softener resins may degrade in the pres-
ence 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 whole house car-
bon filter softener system with a chlorine
reducing media.
 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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Specifications
Before Starting Installation
Tools, Pipe, and Fittings, Other Materials
 Pliers
 Screwdriver
 Teflon tape
 Razor knife
 Two adjustable wrenches
 Additional tools may be required if modifi-
cation to home plumbing is required.
 Plastic inlet and outlet fittings are included
with the softener. To maintain full valve
flow, 3/4” or 1” pipes to and from the sof-
tener fittings are recommended. You
should maintain the same, or larger, pipe
size as the water supply pipe, up to the
softener inlet and outlet.
 Use copper, brass, or PEX pipe and fittings.
 Some codes may also allow PVC plastic
pipe.
 ALWAYS install the included bypass valve,
or 3 shut-off valves. Bypass valves let you
turn off water to the softener for repairs if
needed, but still have water in the house
pipes.
 5/8” OD drain line is needed for the valve
drain. A 10’ length of hose is included.
with some models.
 A length of 5/8” OD drain line tubing is
needed for the brine tank over flow fitting
(optional).
 Nugget or pellet water softener salt is
needed to fill the cabinet or brine tank.
 Continuous operation at flow rates greater than the service flow rate may affect capacity and efficiency performance.
 The manufacturer reserves the right to make product improvements which may deviate from the specifications and
descriptions stated herein, without obligation to change previously manufactured products or to note the change.
89HIMTLC-100 89HIMTLC-150 89HIMTLC-200 89HIMTLC-300

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 Place the softener as close as possible to
the pressure tank (well system) or water
meter (city water).
 Place the softener as close as possible to a
floor drain, or other acceptable drain point
(laundry tub, sump, standpipe, etc.).
 Connect the softener to the main water
supply pipe BEFORE the water heater. DO
NOT RUN HOT WATER THROUGH THE
SOFTENER. Temperature of water pass-
ing through the softener must be less than
100 deg. F.
 Keep outside faucets on hard water to
save soft water and salt.
 Do not install the softener in a place where
it could freeze. Damage caused by
freezing is not covered by the war-
ranty.
 Put the softener in a place water damage
is least likely to occur if a leak develops.
The manufacturer will not repair or pay for
water damage.
 A 120 volt electric outlet, to plug the in-
cluded transformer into, is needed within 6
feet of the softener. The transformer has
an attached 6 foot power cable. Be sure
the electric outlet and transformer
are in an inside location, to protect
from wet weather.
 If installing in an outside location, you
must take the steps necessary to assure
the softener, installation plumbing, wiring,
etc., are as well protected from the ele-
ments, contamination, vandalism, etc., as
when installed indoors.
 Keep the softener out of direct sun-
light. The sun’s heat may soften and dis-
tort plastic parts.
Where To Install The Softener

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The design of the parallel tank adaptor used in our dual-tank products (i.e. BIF/BAF,
HTO, HEDP etc.) has been redeveloped. This new shorter version will also change the
New flow directions.
OUT— IN
New Style Parallel Tank Connector

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Regeneration Process Explained
Backwash: Backwash: During the backwash cycle, water enters tank #2 through the center of the distribution
tube and flows up- wards in the tank#2 expanding the media bed and carrying any precipitated contaminants
trapped within the bed. It then travels to tank #1 through the center of the distribution tube and flow upwards in
tank #1 and then out to the drain.
Brine Draw: During the brine draw cycle, brine water enters tank #2 through the center of the distribution tube
and flows upwards in the tank #2 regenerating the media bed. It then travels to tank #1 through the center of
the distribution tube and flows upwards in tank #1 and then out to the drain.
Settle Rinse : During the settle rinse cycle, water enters tank #1 down through the bed and up the through the
center of the distribution tube. It then travels to tank #2 down through the bed and up the through the center of
the distribution tube and out to the drain.
Refill : During refill the control valve will put water into the brine tank for the next regeneration cycle.
Tank 2 Tank 1 Tank 2 Tank 1 Tank 2 Tank 1 Tank 2 Tank 1
Backwash Brine Draw Settle Rinse/Service Refile
To
Drain From
Brine
Tank
To
Drain

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1. If your hot water tank is electric, turn off the power to it to avoid damage to the element
in the tank.
2. If you have a private well, turn the power off to the pump and then shut off the main wa-
ter shut off valve. If you have municipal water, simply shut off the main valve. Go to the
faucet, (preferably on the lowest floor of the house) turn on the cold water until all pres-
sure is relieved and the flow of water stops.
3. Locate the softener tank and brine tank close to a drain where the system will be in-
stalled. The surface should be clean and level.
4. Connect the inlet and outlet of the softener using appropriate fittings. Perform all plumb-
ing according to local plumbing codes.
 Use a ½” minimum pipe or tubing size for the drain line
 ON COPPER PLUMBING SYSTEMS BE SURE TO INSTALL A GROUNDING
WIRE BETWEEN THE INLET AND OUTLET PIPING TO MAINTAIN GROUND-
ING.
Any solder joints near the valve must be done before connecting any piping to the valve.
Always leave at least 6" (152 mm) between the valve and joints when soldering pipes that
are connected to the valve. Failure to do this could cause damage to the valve.
5. Connect the drain hose (10 ft included) to the valve and secure it with a hose clamp (also
included). Run the drain hose to the nearest laundry tub or drain pipe. This can be ran
up overhead or down along the floor. If running the drain line more than 20 ft overhead,
it is recommended to increase the hose size to 3/4”. NEVER MAKE A DIRECT CONNEC-
TION INTO A WASTE DRAIN. A PHYSICAL AIR GAP OF AT LEAST 1.5” SHOULD BE USED
TO AVOID BACTERIA AND WASTEWATER TRAVELLING BACK THROUGH THE DRAIN
LINE INTO THE SOFTENER.
6. Using the Allen Key (included), place the unit in the bypass position. Slowly turn on the
main water supply. At the nearest cold treated water tap nearby remove the faucet
screen, open the faucet and let water run a few minutes or until the system is free of any
air or foreign material resulting from the plumbing work.
7. Make sure there are no leaks in the plumbing system before proceeding. Close the water
tap when water runs clean.
8. Open the brine tank / cabinet salt lid and add water until there is approximately 3" (75
mm) of water in the tank. Do not add salt to the brine tank at this time.
9. Proceed to start up instructions.
Note: The unit is not ready for service until you complete the start-up instruc-
tions.
Installation Instructions

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Installation

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Note: As the picture shows, connect the inlet and outlet according to the arrow direcƟon
which seeing from the top view, where you can see the mark of “Up flow” or “Down
flow” on the standard inlet and outlet connector assembly.
The installaon of 1“ integrated bypass valve：
If you use the 1” integrated bypass instead of the three manual valve, the installaon
method is showed as the picture below.
1 Use the clips to install the 1” bypass valve between the standard inlet and outlet con-
nector assembly and the inlet and outlet connector, make sure the O-ring is coated
with grease.
2. Connecon method of inlet and outlet connector：same as the above, make sure to
connect according to the direcon of arrow seeing from the top view；
3. It is also recommended to install the inlet and outlet pressure gauge and the inlet Y-type
filter；
4. When the two knobs on the bypass valve is parallel, the inlet and outlet are open, this
state of operaon is “Service”；
5. Rotate each of the two knobs in clockwise and anclockwise respecvely, when the
knobs on the bypass is in one line, the inlet and outlet are both closed, this state of op-
eraon is “By-pass”.
6. The two small quick connector at the two sides are the sample connecon for inlet and
outlet, choose the right elbow connector for taking water samples.

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Soener commissioning
1. This water soening system must be properly installed（check the inlet and outlet, brine
line, drain line , power supply）and located in accordance with the installaon instruc-
ons before commissioning and pung into operaon.
2. The control panel using four touching keys, don’t operate the keys with thick gloves.
3. Open the bypass, rinse the inlet and outlet pipe with tap water. Change the control valve
to the “Manual Regeneraon” interface, iniate the control valve to the backwash pro-
cess.
4. Then close the bypass valve, slowly open the inlet valve, the raw water filling the tank
and empty the air of the system, open the valve more unl the backwash water is clean
5. Press any key to advance the control valve to the brine posion, check and make sure the
vacuum is present at the mouth of brine, and the flow rate of brine draw meet the re-
quirement.
6. Proceed to advance to the RINSE posion, allow the water to run unl it is clear. Proceed
to advance to the REFILL posion, check that the brine valve is filling water into the brine
tank, allow the valve to refill to the correct amount of water. Then advance to the SER-
VICE posion, open the outlet on the bypass.
7. Put the salt for regeneraon into the brine tank.

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Programming Levels
There are 3 levels to the valve program. Master options and Factory options are typically adjusted at the fac-
tory. These options link the PCB function with the type of control valve and should not be tampered with.
Advanced options are used to configure the unit when the valve is assembled to the tank so that it can func-
tion as the proper size and intended system operation. Settings are the final options chosen when the unit is
installed to a specific location.
Button Configuration
Key Pad Configuration
MENU This funcon is to enter the basic set up informaon required at the me of installaon.
SET This funcon is to accept the values if changed and advance to the next page in the menu.
+ / - These buons are used to increase or decrease the value of the sengs while in the pro-
gramming mode.
Main Display Options
The main display page shows the Flow Rate, Date, Time Of Day, Remaining Volume, and Total Volume. The
display will alternate between the main page and the dealer information page.
PROGRAM LEVEL USER ACCESS
MAIN MENU (II) These sengs are programmed when the unit is installed. The sengs should only be adjusted by a quali-
fied person.
ADVANCED MENU (II)
These sengs are programmed by the factory and should be adjusted when the valve is assembled into a
unit or system. It contains important sengs so the valve will operate properly for the type of system it is
intended for. The sengs should only be changed by qualified person.
HISTORY MENU (IV) This menu contains key diagnoscs for trouble shoong the system.
USER SETTINGS(I) These sengs are programmed when the unit is installed. The sengs should only be adjusted by a quali-
fied person.
FACTORY MENU (V) These sengs are programmed by the factory. The sengs are important for the operaon of the valve
Flow Rate: 24.5 GPM
18-Apr-2015 10:35AM
Remain: 1,280 GAL
Capacity: 1,500 GAL
+
-
MENU
SET

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User Settings (Level I)
Press MENU key.
Press + or - to change menu option. Press SET to enter.
Press + or - to change value. Press SET to accept.
Filter Mode
Press SETTINGS.
Press UP or DOWN to change value.
Press SELECT to accept change and advance to next page.
CAUTION:
The values in this page are for illus-
tration purpose and can be changed
by the factory without notice.
Please contact Customer Service to
confirm proper settings.
DATE AND TIME
Time of day is for normal operation of system and the
scheduling of the regeneration time. The date is used
in a diagnostic function to track the last time the sys-
tem regenerated.
HARDNESS
This value is the maximum compensated water hard-
ness in grains per gallon of the raw water supply. It is
used to calculate the system capacity. If Ferrous Iron
is present add 4 gpg for every 1 ppm of Ferrous Iron.
MANUAL REGENERATION
To start an immediate regeneration select the Manual
Regen option.
This setting determines the time of day to perform a
scheduled regeneration.
DEALER INFORMATION
This is optional. Dealer information can be added.

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Manual Regeneraon
Press “■” key to iniate a manual regeneraon, the regeneraon steps will be different
according to different valve type：
 The regeneraon steps of DOWN FLOW valve：backwash、brine +slow rinse、fast
rinse、service +refill;
 The regeneraon steps of UP FLOW valve：brine +slow rinse、backwash、fast rinse、
service +refill;
Set the Down Flow valve as an example, when the valve get into backwash，
the screen will display:
Press any key will stop backwash, and the valve will advance to the next regenera-
on process, Brine, the screen will display:

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Press any key will stop brine +slow rinse, and the valve will advance to the next regeneraon
process, Fast Rinse, the screen will display:
Press any key will stop fast rinse, and the valve will advance to the next regeneraon process,
Refill, the screen will display:
Press any key will stop service + refill, and the valve will advance to the next regeneraon
process: service
2.3.6 Manual Regeneraon：screen will display

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Controller assembly parts list:
No. Part description Qty
1 Controller front cover assembly 1
2 89 PCB 1
3 PCB absorb shock foam 1
4 PCB fix screws 4
5 85HE mounting plate 1
6 Screws 8
7 85 drive gear 1
8 Connect screw 1
9 85HE main gear 1
10 Brine gear screw 1
11 Locating wheel assembly：
three options
Down flow wheel
Up flow wheel
Filter wheel
1
12 85HE brine gear 1
13 Micro switch screws 2
14 Micro switch 2
15 Valve body connect screws 2
16 Controller screws 4
17 Controller back cover assembly 1
18 Motor 12VAC 3W 1
19 Wire（not displayed） Some

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Parts list of Standard connecƟon assembly ：
No. Part description Qty No. Part description Qty
1 Big O-ring of Adaptor
coupling 2
6 89 secure clip 2
2 Adaptor coupling of 89
control valve 2
7 89 valve connector 1
3 Small O-ring of adaptor
coupling 2
8 Connector O-ring 2

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Parts list of control valve body ：
No. Part description Qty
1 89 valve body 1
2 95 secure clip 1
3 DLFC assembly：optional
1S、2S、3S、4S、
1#、3#、4#、5#、6#
1
4 Drain elbow O-ring 1
5 Drain elbow： 1/2”、
3/4”
1
6 Brine valve injector stem
assembly
1
7 Spacer and seal assembly 1
8 Three options of piston
Down flow piston
Up flow piston
Filter piston
1

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8 Three options of piston
Down flow piston
Up flow piston
Filter piston
1
9 Piston retainer 1
10 End plug 1
11 Piston pin 1
12 Piston rod 1
13 End plug retainer 1
14 End plug retainer screws 3
15 Brine line adaptor assem-
bly：optional BLFC：
0.7gpm
BLFC：0.95gpm
1
16 Injector assembly：
optional
grey、purple、red、
white、blue、yellow
1
17 Injector cover O-ring 1
18 Injector cover 1
19 Injector cover screws 2
20 Tank mouth O-ring 1
21 Adapter O-ring 1
22 Center pipe adapter 1
23 Center pipe O-ring 1
24 Valve bottom connector 1
25 Bottom connector screws 2
26 Brass nuts 1
27 Brine line elbow assembly 1

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Care of Your System
To retain the attractive appearance of your new water softener, clean occasionally with mild
soap solution. Do not use abrasive cleaners, ammonia or solvents. Never subject your sof-
tener to freezing or to temperatures above 100°F.
Resin Cleaner
An approved resin cleaner must be used on a regular basis if your water supply contains
iron. The amount of resin cleaner and frequency of use is determined by the quantity of
iron in your water (consult your local representative or follow the directions on the resin
cleaner package).
Sanitizing Procedure
Care is taken at the factory to keep your water softener clean and sanitary. Materials used
to make the softener will not infect or contaminate your water supply, and will not cause
bacteria to form or grow. However, during shipping, storage, installing and operating, bac-
teria could get into the softener. For this reason, sanitizing as follows is suggested when in-
stalling.
Sani-System Liquid Sanitizer Concentrate
Item# 80030021—Softener Sanitizer 0.25 fl.oz (24 Pack)
1. Be sure to complete all installation steps, including programming.
2. For effective and complete sanitization, Sani-System Liquid Sanitizer Concentrate is rec-
ommended. Pour one 0.25 fl. Oz. package into the brine well located in the cabinet or
brine tank. (Alternative use 3/4 oz of common 5.25% household bleach)
3. Start an immediate regeneration. (See page 11)
4. The Softener Sanitizer Solution is drawn into and through the water softener to sanitize
it. This sanitizing regeneration is over in about two hours. Then, soft water is available
for your use.
NOTE: Sanitizing is recommended by the Water Quality Association for disinfecting. On
some water supplies, they suggest periodic sanitizing.