Hydrotech 89DF HIM User manual

Canada West
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Regina, SK S4N 6M1
Canada East
490 Pinebush Rd., Unit 1
Cambridge, ON N1T 0A5
U.S.A.
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Pottstown, PA 19464
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Suite 110
Carmel, IN 46032
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Phoenix, AZ 85035
Owners Manual
89DF HIM
NOTE: This media solution is not designed for lake water/
open water sources, except where the source water has
been pre-treated by chlorine and de-chlorinated. Organics
in open water sources will foul this media. It should only be
applied to well water.
1. Page __? of this manual contains important maintenance procedures for the continued proper
operation of your unit. These MUST be performed regularly for your warranty to remain valid.
2. Read all instructions carefully before operation.
3. Avoid pinched o-rings during installation by applying NSF certied lubricant to all seals (provided with install kit).
4. This system is not intended for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system.

Table of Contents

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Table of Contents
READ THIS MANUAL FIRST 4
SPECIFICATION/SYSTEM DIMENSIONS/HOW A SPECIALTY SYSTEM WORKS 5
UNPACKING/INSPECTION OF TWIN TANK MODEL 6
BEFORE INSTALLATION 9
INSTALLATION STEPS/PREPARATIONS 11
STARTUP INSTRUCTIONS 15
SYSTEM CHECK LIST/DURING REGENERATION/PLUMBING SYSTEM CLEANUP 17
WATER BYPASS/OPERATING CONDITIONS 18
SERVICING 89 VALVE 19
TIMER REPLACEMENT/PISTON AND/OR BRINE VALVE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT 20
METER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT/CLEAN INJECTOR ASSEMBLY 21
METER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT/REPLACE MOTOR/REPLACE MICROSWITCHES 22
CIRCUIT BOARD REPLACEMENT/AFTER SERVICING 23
PARTS BREAKDOWN 24
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE 29
MASTER PROGRAMMING GUIDE 30
MAIN MENU 89 DOWNFLOW 33
DIAGNOSTIC SCREEN 34
WARRANTY 48

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READ THIS MANUAL FIRST
s This system must be put into one complete regeneration cycle upon installation.The media bed has self leveling properties and must be regenerated upon installation in
order to work correctly.
s Read this manual thoroughly to become familiar with the device and its capabilities before installing or operating your Specialty System. Failure to follow instructions in
this manual could result in personal injury or property damage. This manual will also help you to get the most out of your Softener.
s This system and its installation must comply with state and local regulations. Check with your local public works department for plumbing and sanitation codes. In the
event the codes conflict with any content in this manual the local codes should be followed. For installations in Massachusetts, Massachusetts Plumbing Code 248 CMR
shall be adhered to. Consult your licensed plumber for installation of this system.
s This Specialty System is designed to operate on pressures of 30 psi to 125 psi. If the water pressure is higher than the maximum use a pressure reducing valve in the water
supply line to the Softener.
s This unit is capable of operating at temperatures between 40°F and 110°F (4°C - 43°C). Do not use this Specialty System on hot water supplies.
s Do not install this unit where it may be exposed to wet weather, direct sunlight, or temperatures outside of the range specified above.
s Avoid pinched o-rings during installation by applying (provided with install kit) NSF certified lubricant to all seals.
s These systems are commonly exposed to high levels of iron, manganese, sulfur, and sediments. Damage to pistons, seals, and or spacers within the control valve are not
covered in this warranty due to the harsh environment.
s It is recommended to regularly inspect and service the control valve on an annual basis. Cleaning and or replacement of piston, seals, and or spacers may be necessary
depending on how harsh the conditions are. An Annual Maintenance kit (Part # 60010307) is available for this purpose
s Do not use water that is microbiologically unsafe without adequate disinfection before or after this system.
s This publication is based on information available when approved for printing. Continuing design refinement could cause changes that may not be included in this
publication. Canature WaterGroup™ reserves the right to change the specifications referred to in this literature at any time, without prior notice.
Safety Messages
Watch for the following safety messages in this manual:
NOTE: used to emphasize installation, operation or maintenance information which is important but does not
present a hazard.
Example: NOTE: Check and comply with you state and local codes. You must follow these guidelines.
CAUTION: used when failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or property.
Example:
CAUTION! Disassembly while under pressure can result in flooding.
WARNING: used to indicate a hazard which could cause injury or death if ignored.
Example:
WARNING! ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD! UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE REMOVING THE COVER OR ACCESSING
ANY INTERNAL CONTROL PARTS
NOTE: Do not remove or destroy the serial number. It must be referenced on
request for warranty repair or replacement
NOTE: This media solution is not designed for lake water/
open water sources, except where the source water has
been pre-treated by chlorine and de-chlorinated. Organics
in open water sources will foul this media. It should only be
applied to well water.

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B
Twin Tank Model
A
C
Models A (Inches) B (Inches) C (Inches)
150 63” 10" 15”
200 61” 12" 16”
300 63” 13" 17”
Specications HIM -150 HIM -200 HIM- 250 HIM -300
Salt Used- Per Regeneration 9.0 lbs 12.0 lbs 15.0 lbs 18.0 lbs
Water Used - Regeneration 74.6 ga l 98.9 ga l 126.6 ga l 153.0 ga l
Hardness Removal- Grains 17,100 22,800 28,500 34,200
Advanc:ed Exchange Media {ft3) 1.32ft3 1.76 ft3 2.20 ift3 2.64 ft3
Tank Size 10x54 12x52 13x54 14x65
Top Cone Yes Yes YesYes
Tank Jacket / Media Loaded Yes No No No
Brine Tank {Inches) 20.3 x 37.4 20.3 x 37.4 20.3 x 37.4 23.0 x 40.5
Salt Storage Capacity 350 lbs 350 lbs 350 lbs 420 lbs
Critical Service Flow Rate 4-6 gpm 6-8 gpm 8- O gpm 10-12 gpm
Back Wash Flow Rate 2.4 gpm 4.0 gpm 5.0 gpm 7.0 gpm
Shipping Weight 141lbs 158 lbs 198 lbs 244 lbs
Hardness Maximum 45 gpg
Iron Maximum 15 ppm
Manganese Maximum 3 ppm
Tannins Maximum 5 ppm/ TOC17 ppm
Ammonium Maximum 4 ppm
pH 5-9
Other Free Chlorine < 1ppm,TOS < 4000 ppm
Regeneration Type Down Flow
Plumbing Connections lncudes 3/4”90’Elbows &1”Straight NPT
Electrical Requirements Input120V 60 Hz - Output 12V 650mA
Water Temperature Min 39 - Max.100’F
Water Pressure Min.20 - Max.125 psi
SPECIFICATION
Working Temperature = 34-110°F (1-43°C)
(Do not subject the unit to freezing temperatures)
Working Pressure = 30-125 PSIG (137-861 kPa)
Voltage = 120V / 60 Hz
Pipe Size = 3/4” or 1”
• At the stated service flow rates, the pressure drop
through these devices will not exceed 15 psig.
• Changing salt settings from factory setting may
require changing injector sizes to achieve stated
capacities
• 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.
* Do not use water that is microbiologically unsafe
without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
HOW A SPECIALTY SYSTEM WORKS
The multilayer media of this Specialty System is a single solution for Hardness, Iron, Manganese, Tannins and Ammonium. The media gets regenerated using salt when
the capacity depletes.

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Be sure to check the entire unit for any shipping damage or parts loss. Also note damage 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 box. To avoid loss of the small parts, keep them in the parts bag until you are ready to use them.
What is included in the box?
For Models 75,10,15,20, you will expect the following:
1. Control Valve
2. Tank
3. Parts Box
4. Owners Manual
5. Drain Hose & Clamp (Not included in some brands)
6. Brine Tank Assembly
UNPACKING / INSPECTION OF TWIN TANK MODEL
There are 7 Red clips.
Please check to make
sure you have all of
them.
1. Control Valve
2. Tank
Bypass
(not
attached)
Distributor
Tube Inside
the Tank
Media Inside
the Tank.
Media Type
will depend
on what
models were
purchased
3. Parts Box
2X 1”
Straight
Adapter
Bypass Tool
Drain Line
Gasket
2 X 1”
Elbow
Adapter
(Not
Included)
Transformer
Drain Hose Barb
Grease
Packet
Bypass with 4
Red Clips
2 x Clips

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For Models 200, 250 and 300 the media and Control Valve is packaged separately in carton and bags
What is included with 200 and 250 models?
1. Tank (Models 200 and 250 will get an Adapter and Oring attached to the tank)
2. Control Valve with Parts Box
3. Media Boxes (Qty 3 for 200 and Qty 4 for 250)
4. Drain Line and Hose Clamp (Not Included with some models))
5. Brine Tank Assembly
2. Parts Box
2X 1”
Straight
Adapter
Bypass Tool
Drain Line
Gasket
2 X 1”
Elbow
Adapter
(Not
Included)
Transformer
Drain Hose Barb
Grease
Packet
Bypass with 4
Red Clips
2 x Clips
Models 200, 250 will
get Adaptor and
Oring Shown
1. Tank
2. Control Valve
3. Media Box
(Qty depends
on Models)
There are 7 Red clips.
Please check to make
sure you have all of
them.
Bypass
(not
attached)
Distributor
Tube Inside
the Tank
Media Inside
the Tank.
Media Type
will depend
on what
models were
purchased
Brine Tank
(Round or
Square)
Brine Tank
Tubing
Brine Well/
Safety Float
Brine Tank Lid
Grid (Round or Square)
Grid Legs (3 for
Round and 4 for
Square)
5. Brine Tank Assembly (Round Brine Tank Shown))
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(22018448W): Part #
(L)Year : ’’ M’’ stand for 2016 year,’’ L’’ stand for 2015, ’’K’’ stand for 2014, ’’J’’
stand for 2013
(7)Month: 1 (Jan) 2(Feb) 3(Mar) 4(April) 5(May) 6(June) 7(July)
8(Aug) 9(Sep) A(Oct) B(Nov) C(Dec)
(3)Date: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A(10) B(11) C(12) D(13) E(14) F(15) G(16)
H(17) I(18) J(19) K(20) L(21) M(22) N(23) O(24) P(25) Q(26) R(27) S(28)
T(29) U(30) V(31)
(0001): Batch code
Check Valve Type and Valve Serial #
Check to make sure the valve type is what you ordered. The serial # label on the left will show 890 (DF) for downflow valve and 890 (UF) for Upflow valve The right Sticker
shows the serial # of the control valve. The middle Sticker is dataplate which provides information of Serial # and Date of Manufacture of complete system. Both Serial # labels
are important for troubleshooting.
Valve Serial #:
Valve Serial #
Complete System Serial #
Year Month Date Batch #Part #
Item #
Desc
Date of Manufacture
Serial #

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BEFORE INSTALLATION
Contact your local distributor to use CanatureWaterGroup™ laboratory for complete water analysis free of cost and no obligation to you.
The laboratory addresses can be found on the front page of the manual.
Check your water hardness. Use test strips (Part # 2793828-20) to get an estimation of water hardness and contact your local distributor to use
Canature WaterGroup laboratory for complete water analysis free of cost and no obligation to you.
All government codes and regulations governing the installation of these devices
must be observed.
If the ground from the electrical panel or breaker box to the water meter or underground copper pipe is tied to the copper water lines and these lines are cut
during installation of the Noryl bypass valve and/or poly pipe, an approved grounding strap must be used between the two lines that have been cut in order
to maintain continuity. The length of the grounding strap will depend upon the number of units being installed and/or the amount of copper pipe being
replaced with plastic pipe. See below.
In all cases where metal pipe was originally used and is later interrupted by poly pipe or the Noryl
bypass valve or by physical separation, an approved ground clamp with no less than #6 copper
conductor must be used for continuity, to maintain proper metallic pipe bonding.
NOTE: Check your local electrical code for the
correct clamp.
Figure 1
Electrical Panel
Hard
Filtered
Water
Cold Soft Water
Hard Soft Water
Water Heater
Specialty System
Drain
Filter
Ground Strap
Water Meter
Raw Water
To Outdoors
Drain

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Inspecting and Handling Your 89 Specialty System
Inspect the equipment for any shipping damage. If damaged, notify the transportation company and request a damage inspection. Damage to cartons should also be noted.
Handle the Softener unit with care. Damage can result if it is dropped or set on sharp, uneven projections on the floor.
Do not turn the Softener unit upside down.
NOTE: If a severe loss in water pressure is observed when the Specialty System is initially placed in
service, the Specialty System tank may have been laid on its side during transit. If this occurs,
backwash the Specialty System to “reclassify” the media.
Check Your Water Pressure and Pumping Rate
Two water system conditions must be checked carefully to avoid unsatisfactory operation or equipment damage:
1. Minimum water pressure required at the Softener tank inlet is 30 psi.
2. The pumping rate of your well pump must at least equal the required backwash flow rate of your model (see Specifications on Page 5 for backwash flow rates).
To measure the pumping rate of your pump, follow these instructions:
a. Make certain no water is being drawn. Open spigot nearest pressure tank. When pump starts, close spigot and measure time (in seconds) to refill pressure tank (when
pump shuts off). This figure represents cycle time.
b. With the pressure tank full, draw water into a container of known volume and measure the number of gallons drawn until the pump starts again. This is draw-down.
Divide this figure by cycle time and multiply the result by 60 to arrive at the pumping rate in gallons per minute (gpm).
To aid in your calculation, insert the data in the following formula:
DRAWDOWN________÷ CYCLE TIME______________x 60
(gals) (seconds)
= PUMPING RATE______________
(gpm)
EXAMPLE: DRAWDOWN is 6 gals; CYCLE TIME is 53 secs; then, PUMPING RATE equals:
6 gals ÷ 53 secs x 60 = 6.8 gpm
See Specifications on page 5 for minimum flow rates.
Tools Required for Installation:
sTwo adjustable wrenches
sAdditional tools may be required if modification to home plumbing is required.
sPlastic inlet and outlet fittings are included with the softener. To maintain full valve flow, 3/4” or 1” pipes to and from the softener fittings are recommended. You should
maintain the same, or larger, pipe size as the water supply pipe, up to the softener inlet and outlet.
sUse copper, brass, or PEX pipe and fittings.
sSome codes may also allow PVC plastic pipe.
s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.
s5/8” OD drain line is needed for the valve drain. A 10’ length of hose is not included with some brands.
Locate Water Conditioning Equipment Correctly
Select the location of your Softener tank with care. Various conditions which contribute to proper location are as follows:
1. Locate as close as possible to the water supply source.
2. Locate as close as possible to a floor or laundry tub drain.
3. Locate in correct relationship to other water conditioning equipment (see Fig. 1).
4. Softener should be located in the supply line before the water heater. Temperatures above 120°F damage softeners.
5. Do not install a softener in a location where freezing temperatures occur. Freezing may cause permanent damage to this type of equipment and will void the factory
warranty.
6. Allow sufficient space around the unit for easy servicing.
7. If your water source is a community water supply, a public water supply or you wish to bypass water used for a geothermal heat pump, lawn sprinkling, out-buildings or other
high demand applications, refer to Fig. 1.
8. Keep the softener out of direct sunlight. The sun’’s heat may soften and distort plastic parts.
NOTE: If the plumbing system is used as the ground leg
of the electric supply, continuity should be maintained by
installing ground straps around any nonconductive plastic
piping used in installation.

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Plug
the
Riser
Tube
Upper
Cone
The riser
(distributor)
remains inside the
tank seated in the
depression at the
bottom
a) Lube the bottom oring (picture d) and attach
the upper cone to the valve.
b) Temporarily plug the open end of the riser
tube to ensure that no resin or gravel falls
down into the distribution. The riser
(distributor) remains inside the tank seated in
the depression at the bottom.
Plug tube with a tape. Remove after media
is loaded.
c) Fill support bed first.
The media will not always spill down inside
the tank and may need to be swept inside.
The large funnel (sold separately makes lling
the tank easier and neater. (Or an empty 1
gallon or 4 liter container with the bottom cut
out makes a good funnel.)
a b c
Outlet
Inlet
Downflow Valve
Determine the best location for your Specialty System, bearing in mind the location of your water supply lines, drain line and 120 volt AC electrical outlet. Subjecting the
Softener to freezing or temperatures above 43°C (110°F) will void the warranty.
INSTALLATION STEPS
Please notice the inlet and outlet labels on the valve as shown here to
determine the position of the equipment:
For DF Specialty System - The inlet should be on the left hand side of
the valve and out on the right hand side
PREPARATIONS
1. Media Installation (When Necessary). Models including and higher than 2 CF (Models 250,300) of media are shipped with separate media in pails or boxes. Models
lower than 2 CF of media come loaded with media and this step can be skipped for new installation.
CAUTION! The unit should be de-pressurized before installing or replacing media

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Fill tank one quarter full of water to protect
distribution during gravel installation.
Place the media into the tank in the order
indicated above. Slowly and carefully add
the gravel support bed and the ltration
media leveling each layer as it is placed into
the tank.
Resin
Support Bed
Gravel
PREPARATIONS
d) Unplug the riser tube, carefully position the valve over it and turn the valve into the threads in the berglass tank,
tightening securely into tank. Note: Ensure that the internal O-ring in the valve ts securely over the riser tube.
Silicone grease (part # 92360) or other food grade lubricant may be applied to the O-ring to ease installation of
the riser tube.
O-ring
DO NOT use petroleum based lubricants as
they will cause swelling of O-ring seals.
CAUTION: Make sure that the unit is
de-pressurized before conducting this task.
2. Water Lines
Outside faucets used to water lawns and gardens should not supply softened water. A new water line is often required to be connected to supply hard water to the inlet of
the Specialty System and to the outside faucets. Cut the water line between where it enters the house and before any lines that branch o to feed the hot water heater or
other xtures in the house and as near the desired location of the Specialty System as possible. Install a tee tting on the feed end of the cut pipe, and an elbow tting on
the other end. Install piping from the tee to the inlet of the Specialty System and from the elbow to the outlet of the softener. To sever the water lines which branch o to
feed any outside faucets, cut the branch lines approximately two inches from the tting on the main water line. Install an elbow on the end of the pipe nearest the outside
faucet and a cap on the end connected to the existing water line. Install piping from the tee installed on the inlet line to the Specialty System to the elbow installed on the
pipe to the outside faucet. Following this procedure will result in all lines in the house, with the exception of the outside faucets, but including the water heater and
therefore the hot water lines, being supplied with soft water.
d
1. Media Installation (continued)
e) Lube the bottomValve Orings with the grease supplied, Attach the Upper Cone. Unscrew the spill cap. Carefully
Slide the D-Tube inside the Valve and Screw theValve inside theTank such that the power cord doesnt
get caught between the valve and the tank.
e
CAUTION: Make sure the power cord of the
valve doesnt get caught between the threads
Grease port Orings using
brush (not included) or
your finger (Make sure to
wear protective gloves)
D-Tube
Unscrew Spill Cap Attach
Cone
NOTE: This media solution is not designed for lake water/
open water sources, except where the source water has
been pre-treated by chlorine and de-chlorinated. Organics
in open water sources will foul this media. It should only be
applied to well water.

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4. Drain Line Connection
UsingTeon tape,screw the 1/2”hose barb and
attach oring into the drain port in the valve.
Attach 1/2”drain hose (Supplied with some
models and brands) to the hose barb and
tighten securely with a hose clamp (Supplied
with some models and brands).
Run the drain line to a oor drain or a laundry
drain. Complete any necessary plumbing.
5. Assembling Brine Tank
a) Attach the three brine grid legs to grid plate.The
legs will snap on to the tabs of the salt plate making
a“click”sound. For square brine tank there are four
legs.)
c) Drop the brine grid with brine well inside the
brine tank such that the nut tting faces the
hole on the brine tank. Then press the grid
evenly inside the brine tank until the brine grid
legs touches the bottom of the brine tank.
b) Insert the brine well assembly inside the grid
plate as well below.
d) Take the brine tube and insert the nut and plastic sleeve as
shown below.
e) Insert the tube in the oat assembly elbow and hand tighten
the nut. In many cases the brine line already come installed
from the factory. Leave the other end of the brine line tube
inside the brine tank
f)For installation of brine tank at the installation site, pull the
other end of the brine tube from the hole on the brine tank.
The completed assembly is shown below.
The hole in
the brine tank
should line up
with the brine
line as shown
for round and
square brine
tank.
IMPORTANT:
IN ROUND
BRINE TANK, IT
IS IMPORTANT
TO ALIGN THE
HANDLE TO
THE BRINE
WELL AS
SHOWN
Insert Sleeve
Clips
Bypass
3. Attaching Bypass to Valve
Make sure the bypass is attached well to the control valve. Connect the straight or elbow
connectors to the bypass with red clips. Connect the inlet and outlet of the Specialty System to the
plumbing of the house.The control valve must not be submitted to temperatures above 43°C
(110°F). When sweat ttings are used, to avoid damaging the control valve, solder the threaded
copper adapters to the copper pipe and then, usingTeon tape, screw the assembly into the bypass
valve.
Do not use pipe thread compound as it may attack the material in the valve body.
Insert Sleeve inside the Tubing
Attaching Brine Tubing to the Brine Line
of the Valve

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Optional
Overow
Assembly
Brine Valve
Connector Detail
AC120V/10A
Current Protect Socket Brine Elbow
Assembly
Water Pipe Inlet
Main tank
5/8” Drain Line
Bypass assembly
5/8” Overow Line
Floor drain
Optional
Pipes Fixed
Structure
Drain Elbow
Assembly
Inlet
Brine Tank
3/8” Brine Tube
Outlet
Water Pipe Outlet
Waste connections or drain outlet shall be designed and constructed to provide for connection to
the sanitary waste system through an air-gap of 2 pipe diameters or 1 inch (22 mm) whichever is
larger.
Never insert drain line directly into a drain, sewer line, or trap. Always allow an air gap between
the drain line and the wastewater to prevent the possibility of sewage being back-siphoned into
the conditioner.
Downflow Specialty System Installation
Inlet
NOTICE - THERE ARE INLET
AND OUTLET LABELS
ON THE VALVE. PLEASE
MAKE SURE TO PLUMB AS
SHOWN HERE
Outlet
*NOTE
Check local plumbing codes
in regards to requirements
for use of Check Valve or
back flow prevention or
vacuum breaker
Cold (Raw water)
Cold (Filtered water) Cold (Raw water)
Check Valve
Water Heater
Hot (Soft Water)
Upow Water Softener
Filter
InIn Out
Out
Cold (Soft Water)
T
o Outside Faucet
InOut
*
7. Connect Softener to the House Plumbing 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.

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MENU
SET
System initializing
Please wait
4. Manually regenerate the valve. If screen is locked, press Menu Key for 5 seconds to unlock.
1
Sample
Connection
Sample
Connection
SERVICE
BYPASS
Sample
Connection
Sample
Connection
SERVICE
BYPASS
Date and Time
Hardness
Manual Regen.
Dealer Information
Main Menu
Regen. Now?
Regen. Tonight?
Press To Cancel
Press To Conrm
Backwashing ...
Any Key 3sTo Next
13:59
18%
1. Connect the transformer
to the valve. Plug the
12-volt transformer into
a 120 VAC 60 Hz outlet.
2. Open the brine tank /
cabinet salt lid and add
water to the brine tank
as per the chart below. Do
not add salt to the brine
tank at this time.
BTS-90: 3 US Gallons
BTS-100: 2.25 US Gallons
BTR-100: 2.5 US Gallons
BTR-145: 6 US Gallons
STARTUP INSTRUCTIONS
3. When power is supplied to the control, the
screen will display“INITIALIZING WAIT
PLEASE”while it nds the service position.
MENU
SET
MENU
SET
MENU
SET
MENU
SET
This function is to accept the values if changed and advance to the next page in
the menu.
These buttons are used to increase or decrease the value of the settings while in
the programming mode.
This function is to enter the basic set up information required at the time of
installation.
Key Pad Configuration:
Manual Regeneration
Manually Regenerate theValve and move it to backwash position. Press
Menu Key and Scroll down using Up and Down Arrow buttons to
“Manual Regen”. Press“SET” Select“Regen Now”
MENU
SET
Date and Time
18-Apr-2016 10:35AM
Gal Remain 1400
Flow Rate 3 gpm/min
Familiarize with Button Configuration:
The controller will show the following on the
screen - Time, Date and Gallons Remaining
for Regeneration

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6. Add Salt to the brine tank/cabinet
6. Put 40 kgs of crystal Specialty System salt in the
brine tank. The unit will automatically ll the
water to the correct level when it regenerates.
BYPASS
Date and Time
Hardness
Manual Regen.
Dealer Information
Main Menu
= = Date and Time = =
17-Feb-2016 12:25pm
Press To Cancel
Press To Conrm
Setting Complete
Press To Return
Auto On
Date and Time
Hardness
Manual Regen.
Dealer Information
Main Menu
= Main Menu =
Regen. Time Setting
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QUALITY WATER
666 3 AVE
CHIGAGO IL
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=Hardness =
25 GPG
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Set up
Regeneration
Time:
Press Set
Key till
you hear
“Beep”
Set up Current Time of the Day
and hardness:
Set Up Current Time of Day and Regeneration Time When Softener Should Regenerate When No one uses Water in House.
Press Menu Key and Select“Date andTime”using“Set” button and set For setting the regeneration time, Press Menu Key and Select Main Menu till you hear a
beep and select Regen time
Automatic Raw Water Bypass During Regeneration
The regeneration cycle can last 80 minutes after which Softenered water service will be restored. During regeneration, un-Softenered water is automatically bypassed for use in
the household. Hot water should be used as little as possible during this time to prevent un-Softenered water from lling the
water heater. This is why automatic regeneration is set for sometime during the night and manual regenerations should be
performed when little or no water will be used in the household.
Manual Bypass
In the case of emergency you can isolate your Specialty System from the water supply using the bypass valve located at the back
of the control. In normal operation the bypass is open with the on/o knobs in line with the inlet and outlet pipes.
To isolate the Softener, simply rotate the knobs clockwise (as indicated by the word BYPASS and arrow) until they lock. You can
use your water related xtures and appliances as the water supply is bypassing the Softener. However, the water you use will
be untreated.To resume water service, open bypass valve by rotating the knobs counterclockwise. Please make sure bypass
knobs are completely open otherwise the unSoftenered water could bypass through the valve.
5. Please set up date and time of day and hardness. The Valve is already programmed from factory for Softener Models.
Soak Procedure:
1. Add 3-4 gallons of water to brine tank.
(Be sure that salt level is above water
level at all times)
2. Allow minimum 2 hours for the water to
absorb the salt.
3. Start a manual regeneration.
4. Watch as the water level is decreased in
the brine tank. When the water in the
brine tank has been drawn into the
mineral tank (10-15 minutes), unplug
the valve.
5. Turn the bypass handles to the bypass
mode.
6. Allow the unit to sit over night (8 hours).
This allows a long contact time with the
brine and media.
7. After 8 hours plug the power back in.
8. Turn the bypass handles to the service
mode.
9. Allow the valve to complete its
remaining portion of the regeneration.
Key Points :
Pay close attention to critical ow rates. If system ow
rates exceed the specication for critical ow rates
you may lose capacity and experience breakthrough
for Iron, Mn, or Tannins.To be safe choose one size
larger when sizing.
Any oxidative pre-treatment such as air or chemicals
is unnecessary and should be avoided.
Cleaning chemicals are unnecessary and should be
avoided as they may strip important coatings from
the media reducing its eectiveness.
High amounts of Ferric Iron (precipitated iron) or
rust will not be ltered as the HIMTLC PLUS unit uses
the ion exchange process. It may be necessary to add
a lter ahead of the system to remove excess Ferric
Iron or rust.
Its very important to not run the system out of salt.
In the event the system does run out of salt and
the unit is completely exhausted, an over night“soak”
is recommended to clean the media. Soak Procedure
is described above.
Always be sure the salt tank has enough salt.The salt
should always be above the wa-ter level in the tank.
If you can see water its time to add salt. Keeping the
salt above the water level insures a very high
saturated brine solution and a good regeneration.
On very bad problem water, the“soak”procedure may
be performed regularly (monthly or as needed) to
keep the media in good working condition.
Units are designed to work with down ow valves
only.
A good back wash (15 minutes) is required as the
friction of the media rubbing togeth-er releases the
Iron and Manganese compounds from the surface of
the media.

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More than 90% of problems aecting the eciency of a chemical iron free softener system can be identied in 9 minutes or less by following this diagnostic schedule. Start with
Step 1, then follow each step in sequence to ensure proper diagnostic procedures.
1. Check for Proper Installation
a. Is the pipe from the pressure tank to the softener unit attached to the inlet port of the control valve? Is the pipe from the softener unit to the water heater attached to the
outlet port of the control valve?
b. Is the drain line of adequate diameter? Drain line must be sized to prevent back pressure from reducing backwash ow rate below minimum for the model installed.
Typical examples of minimum drain line diameters are:
i) 5/8”ID when drain is up to 15 ft from unit and backwash water discharge point is slightly higher than the control valve
ii) 3/4”ID when drain is 25 ft away and/or drain is installed overhead
c. Has the drain line been“kinked”? A kinked drain line must be replaced.
d. Is the drain line installed in a way that it will freeze in cold weather?
e. If the system incorporates a standard air-to-water pressure tank, does it have the required deep well air volume control (air release valve) and is it functioning? (Proper
installation of this type of pressure tank should have inlet from pump higher than outlet to service.)
2. Check pH, Iron and Manganese Content of Treated Water
Is the treated water pH reading less than 6.7 (8.2 when manganese is present)? If yes, replenish the media with MpH adder and check the bed for“channelling”.
3. Check Pumping Rate
Do not refer to a pumping rate curve for this data. Follow the instructions found on Page 7. Is the measured pumping rate less than the backwash rate of the softener? If yes,
increase the pumping rate by rst reducing the system operating pressure. If the pumping rate is still too low, replace the pump.
4. Determine Other Uses of Water in Addition to Normal Domestic Purposes
(e.g. geothermal heating or cooling, swimming pool ll, lawn irrigation, farm animal watering, etc.) Have any high demand water uses been added subsequent to the
installation of the softener system or overlooked when originally sizing the system? (If a high demand situation exists, resize the system using continuous service ow rate
data.)
DURING REGENERATION
Automatic Bypass
The regeneration cycle lasts approximately 60 minutes, after which treated water service will be restored. During regeneration, untreated water is automatically bypassed for use
in the household. Hot water should be used as little as possible during this time to prevent hard water from lling the water heater.
IMPORTANT: This is why the automatic regeneration is set for sometime during the night and manual regenerations should be performed when little or no
water will be used in the household.
New Sounds
You may notice new sounds as your Specialty System operates.The regeneration cycle lasts approximately 2-1/2 hours. During this time, you may hear water running
intermittently to the drain.
PLUMBING SYSTEM CLEAN-UP
The following procedures are guidelines only but have proven successful in most instances. Under no circumstances should any procedure outlined below be followed if contrary
to the appliance manufacturer’s instructions. Should there by any questions concerning the advisability of performing a procedure, it is strongly recommended the manufacturer’s
authorized service outlet be consulted prior to performing the procedure.
The plumbing system and water using appliances that have been exposed, even for a short time, to iron-fouled water need to be cleaned of the precipitated iron that has collected
in them or iron bleed (staining) will continue to be a problem.
Depending on the amount of iron in the water and the length of time the water system has been exposed to iron fouling, select from the following procedures those that apply to
the type of system and appliances that need to be cleaned to assure iron-free water at the point of use.
Softener
1. Disconnect brine draw line from the brine cabinet and place the loose end into a ve gallon plastic pail lled with a solution of warm water and 4 oz. of resin mineral cleaner.
2. Manually advance control timer to brine draw position (refer to instructions provided with your softener). Allow all the warm mineral cleaner solution to be drawn into
mineral bed.Then immediately:
3. Close main water supply valve or turn power o to pump and proceed with Softener installation. During time required to install Softener system, iron- fouled softener resin
will be chemically cleaned.
SYSTEM CHECK LIST

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Sample
Connection
Sample
Connection
SERVICE
BYPASS
BYPASS
WATER BYPASS
Manual Bypass
In case of an emergency such as Softener maintenance, you can isolate your Specialty System from the water supply using
the bypass valve located at the back of the control. In normal operation the bypass is open with the ON/OFF knobs in line
with the INLET and OUTLET pipes.To isolate the Softener, simply rotate the knobs clockwise (as indicated by the word
BYPASS and arrow) until they lock.You can use your water related xtures and appliances as the watersupply is bypassing
the softener. However, the water you use will be hard.To resume treated service, open the bypass valve by rotating the
knobs counterclockwise. Please make sure bypass knobs are completely open otherwise the unSoftenered
water could bypass through the valve.
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Water Heater
If the water heater has been exposed to both iron and hardness for a long period of time, replacement of the heater tank maybe the only practical solution to prevent continued
staining originating from this source. After completing the installation of the chemical free iron Softener system, clean the water heater by following these instructions:
1. Shut o energy supply to water heater and close heater inlet water valve.
2. Drain hot water tank completely. Open inlet water valve allowing heater tank to be relled with iron-free water. Continue ushing until water runs clear to drain.
3. If, after approximately 30 minutes ushing, water does NOT clear, terminate ushing operation. Rell hot water heater with water and pour approximately 1/2 gallon of
household bleach into top of heater tank. Allow bleach solution to stand in tank for 20 to 30 minutes. Flush tank again until water is clear at drain.Turn energy supply on.
Dishwasher
Consult owners’handbook and follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Toilet Flush Tanks
Prior to commencing installation of the Softener system, pour 4 to 6 ounces of resin mineral cleaner Pro-Rust Out or inhibited muriatic acid into ush tanks and bowls and let
stand.When installation is completed, ush toilets several times with iron-free water. If iron deposits or stains remain, repeat procedure until clear.
NOTE: If water does not clear in approximately 10 minutes, water heater should probably be replaced.
4. After Softener installation is completed and nal adjustments are made with the water turned on and brine draw tube reconnected, manually reposition timer on softener to
backwash position. Allow timer to perform an automatic regeneration cycle. During backwash of softener, all iron cleaned from the resin will be washed down the drain. It is
advisable, after chemically cleaning softener, to regenerate system twice to fully restore capacity lost due to iron fouling.
NOTE: You should not be able to see water

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Adding Salt
Use only clean salt labeled for water conditioner use, such as crystal, pellet, nugget, button or solar. The use of rock salt is discouraged because it contains insoluble silt and sand
which build up in the brine tank and can cause problems with the system’s operation. Add the salt directly to the tank, lling no higher than the top of the brine well.
Bridging
Humidity or the wrong type of salt may create a cavity between the water and the salt.This action, known as“bridging”,
prevents the brine solution from being made, leading to your water supply being hard.
If you suspect salt bridging, carefully pound on the outside of the plastic brine tank or pour some warm water over the salt to
break up the bridge.This should always be followed up by allowing the unit to use up any remaining salt and then thoroughly
cleaning out the brine tank. Allow four hours to produce a brine solution, then manually regenerate the
softener.
CAUTION: Liquid brine will irritate eyes, skin and open wounds -
gently wash exposed area with fresh water. Keep children away from
your water conditioner.
Care of Your Specialty System
To retain the attractive appearance of your new Specialty System, clean occasionally with a mild soap solution. Do not use abrasive cleaners, ammonia or solvents. Never subject
your softener to freezing or to temperatures above 43°C (110°F).
Servicing Components
The injector assembly should be cleaned or replaced every year depending on the inlet water quality and water usage.
The seals and spacer cartridge should be inspected/cleaned or replaced every year depending on the inlet water quality and water usage.
Please refer to the servicing section of this manual for step by step procedure.
Not following the above will void all warranty on the control valve.
Resin Cleaners should never be used on your Specialty System
Before Servicing
1. Turn o water supply to conditioner :
a. If the conditioner installation has a 3 valve bypass system rst open the valve in the bypass line, then close the valves at the conditioner inlet & outlet.
b. If the conditioner has an integral bypass valve, put it in the bypass position.
c. If there is only a shut-o valve near the conditioner inlet, close it.
2. Relieve water pressure in the conditioner by stepping the control into the backwash position momentarily. Return the control to the In Service position.
3. Unplug Electrical Cord from outlet.
4. Disconnect drain line connection.
SERVICING 89 VALVE
WARNING! ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD! UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE
REMOVING THE COVER OR ACCESSING ANY INTERNAL CONTROL PARTS.
CAUTION! Disassembly while under pressure can result in flooding. Always follow these steps
prior to servicing the valve.

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Meter Cable 4 X Screws
Front Cover
1. Disconnect the meter cable? from the meter. (If ow
meter is attached)
2. Remove four screws from the back of the valve cover 3. Remove the front cover of the valve.
4. Remove the piston screw and washer from the piston
rod.
5. Remove the two screws from the powerhead as shown
6. Life the powerhead from the valve body assembly
7. Replace the powerhead by reverse following the steps in this section
Piston Screw 2 X Screws from PowerheadWasher Powerhead
Assembly
Valve Body
Assembly
1. Follow steps 1 to 6 of timer /Powerhead
replacement.
2. Remove four screws from the plate on the
valve body.
3. Remove the plate from the valve body and pull the
Piston Assembly from the valve. The brine valve
assembly can also be removed in this stage.
4. Remove the seal spacer assembly, grease it
with silicone lubricant and put back in.
5. Replace piston assembly followed by timer assembly.
6. Replace the piston assembly and reverse
following steps in this section
Remove 4 X
Screws
Plate
Seal and
Spacer
Brine Valve
Assembly
Piston
Assembly
TIMER REPLACEMENT
PISTON AND/OR BRINE VALVE ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT