Kinetico Commercial Plus Series User manual

Models:
CP 208s OD CP 208r OD
CP 210s OD CP 210r OD
CP 213s OD CP 213r OD
CP 216s OD CP 216r OD
Technical Manual
Commercial Plus Series

CP Series Technical Manual
Page - 2 8.12.03
Rev. 1
COMMERCIAL PLUS manual part number: 11160 A
© Kinetico Incorporated, December 15, 2004
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 General Information
About this Manual ......................................................................................................................3
The Kinetico Commercial Plus (CP) Product Line.....................................................................3
System Specifications................................................................................................................4
Disc Selection ............................................................................................................................5
2.0 Equipment Specifications
System Operation ......................................................................................................................9
Kinetico Valve Components.......................................................................................................9
Level One.................................................................................................................................9
Flow Nozzles..........................................................................................................................9
Meter Gearing........................................................................................................................9
Water Meter Disc .................................................................................................................10
Jet Regeneration..................................................................................................................10
Control Disc..........................................................................................................................10
Control Disc Indicator...........................................................................................................11
Levels Two - Six.....................................................................................................................11
Additional System Components...............................................................................................12
Brine Tanks..............................................................................................................................13
3.0 Installation
Getting Started.........................................................................................................................14
Pre-installation Review ............................................................................................................15
Kinetico CP 208 – 216 Installation...........................................................................................16
Brine Tank Adjustment.............................................................................................................18
Central Brining System Installation..........................................................................................20
4.0 Troubleshooting
Ten steps to determine the problem........................................................................................21
Hard Water...............................................................................................................................25
Frequent Regeneration / Backwashing....................................................................................26
High Salt Consumption............................................................................................................27
Salty Treated Water.................................................................................................................27
Iron Bleed-through ...................................................................................................................28
Pressure loss ...........................................................................................................................28
Water Running to Drain ...........................................................................................................29
Taste, Color & Odor.................................................................................................................29
Leaks........................................................................................................................................30
Equipment Noise......................................................................................................................31
Unit Sticks in Cycle ..................................................................................................................31
5.0 Parts Level 1......................................................................................................................................32
Gears .......................................................................................................................................33
Nozzles ....................................................................................................................................33
Inlet / Outlet Adapters ..............................................................................................................33
Level 2-6 ..................................................................................................................................34
Media Tanks, Brine Tanks, Brine Valves and Media...............................................................35

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Rev. 3
About this Manual
This manual will cover information needed for the proper installation and operation of your Kinetico Softening
System. We have also included information regarding the frequently asked questions about softening
systems. This information may be more technical in nature, but provides further insight to the continued
operation of this equipment at its highest levels.
This manual will use various icons to help highlight issues that are relevant to the safe operation of this
equipment. The following icons will be used as described:
General information regarding the application of this product
will be highlighted by this icon. This will include technical
specifications and expected operational results.
A caution icon will be used to present any information that
may hold a potential hazard or concern during the
installation, use or maintenance of this product. Should this
information not be followed, it may result in damage to
this equipment and its surroundings.
The warning icon will be used to present any information that
may result in a severe hazard or concern during the
installation, use or maintenance of this product. Should this
information not be followed, it may result in severe
physical harm.
Any tools or materials required during the installation, use or
maintenance of this equipment will be preceded by this icon.
Using these specific tools will minimize time and effort. Not
using the proper tool may result in damage to this
equipment, its surroundings or even physical harm.
If there are any additional questions pertaining to this equipment, please contact your local Kinetico Dealer for
further assistance.
The Commercial Plus Series
The CP Series provides continuous soft water for commercial applications. The unique design of Kinetico’s
control valve, allow for all softener functions to operate fully automatically, and non-electrically. The system
has a number of options as described:
(OD) – Overdrive
The Overdrive feature provides for both tanks on-line during service. During regeneration, one tank is
in service and provides water to the regenerating tank. All CP system are shipped in the Overdrive
mode. The alternating disc is also included. To apply a (s) standard flow configuration, the OD
version is purchase and modified at the time of install.
(s) – Standard
The standard softener configuration provides duplex tanks and control valve. The control valve
operates fully automatically, with all service and regeneration functions being performed based on
operating pressure. The brining system is not included with the standard package. This allows for a
variety of brine tanks to be added as an option.
(r) - Remote Start
The remote start option is similar to the standard configuration with the exception of the function of
the control valve. With the remote start, the system control is only initiated by an external hydraulic
signal. With allow control of the timing of regeneration by an external device.

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Rev. 3
Specifications
Product Name CP 208s OD CP 210s OD CC 213s OD CC 216s OD
Overdrive Flow (15/30 psig) 20.5 - 30.0 gpm 21.1 - 31.6 gpm 28 – 40 gpm 35.0 – 47.0 gpm
Alternating Flow (15/30 psig) 11.5 - 18.0 gpm 12.0 - 19.0 gpm 20.0 - 30.0 gpm 23.0 - 33.0 gpm
Tank Size 8” x 40” 10” x 54” 13” x 53” 16” x 65"
Resin Volume per Tank 0.7 ft31.5 ft32.5 ft34.0 ft3
Under Bedding None None 24 lbs. Gravel 24 lbs. Gravel
Upper Distributor 0.014” Slotted Hub 0.014” Slotted Hub 0.012” Slotted Hub 0.012” Slotted Hub
Lower Distributor 0.014” Slotted Hub 0.014” Slotted Hub 0.012” Slotted Hub 0.012” Slotted Hub
Service Flow Direction Down Flow Down Flow Down Flow Down Flow
Regeneration Flow Direction Up Flow Up Flow Up Flow Up Flow
Maximum Tank Capacity 16,630 grains 42,611 grains 70,000 grains 112,000 grains
Meter Gearing 3,171 gallons 3,829 gallons 8,922 gallons 15,192 gallons
Flow Nozzle Full Louver Full Louver Full Louver Open Louver
Minimum Flow Rate 0.75 gpm 0.75 gpm 0.75 gpm 1.1 gpm
Regeneration Volume 35 gallons 102 gallons 142 gallons 160 gallons
CP 208 - 8x40” Tanks
Part Number Model Description
11701 CP 208s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 8x40” Tanks, Overdrive, 18x35” Brine Tank
11700 CP 208s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 8x40” Tanks, Overdrive, No Brine Tank
11702 CP 208s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 8x40” Tanks, Overdrive, EMPTY
11370 CP 208r OD CP Softener, 8x40” Tanks, Overdrive, Remote Start System, No Brine Tank
CP 210 - 10x54” Tanks
Part Number Model Description
11704 CP 210s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 10x54” Tanks, Overdrive, 18x35” Brine Tank
11703 CP 210s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 10x54” Tanks, Overdrive, No Brine Tank
11705 CP 210S OD Commercial Plus Softener, 10x54” Tanks, EMPTY
11376 CP 210r OD CP Softener, 10x54” Tanks, Remote Start System, No Brine Tank
CP 213 - 13x54” Tanks
Part Number Model Description
11750 CP 213s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, 24x40” Brine Tank
11180 CP 213s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, 24x40“ Brine Tank, Media Separate
11153 CP 213s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, No Brine Tank, Media Separate
11190 CP 213s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, No Brine Tank
11184 CP 213s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, No Brine Tank, No Media
11181 CP 213r OD CP Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, Remote Start System, 24x40” Brine Tank
11161 CP 213r OD CP Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, Remote Start System, No Brine Tank, No Separate
11191 CP 213r OD CP Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, Remote Start System, No Brine Tank
11185 CP 213r OD CP Softener, 13x54” Tanks, Overdrive, Remote Start System, No Brine Tank, No Media
CP 216 - 16x65” Tanks
Part Number Model Description
11182 CP 216s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 16x65” Tanks, Overdrive, 24x40“ Brine Tank, Media Separate
11168 CP 216s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 16x65” Tanks, Overdrive, No Brine Tank, Media Separate
11186 CP 216s OD Commercial Plus Softener, 16x65” Tanks, Overdrive, No Brine Tank, No Media
11183 CP 216r OD CP Softener, 16x65” Tanks, Overdrive, Remote Start Systems, 24x40 Brine Tank
11175 CP 216r OD CP Softener, 16x65” Tanks, Overdrive, Remote Start Systems, No Brine Tank, No Separate
11187 CP 216r OD CP Softener, 16x65” Tanks, Overdrive, Remote Start Systems, No Brine Tank, No Media
CP Brine Tanks
Part Number Model Description
7938 18 x 35 250 lb. Salt Capacity
10586 24 x 40 500 lb. Salt Capacity

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Rev. 3
gpg mg/l odH
30 513 17.7 88
29 496 17.1 888
28 479 16.5 888
27 462 15.9 888
26 445 15.3 778
25 428 14.8 777
24 410 14.2 777
23 393 13.6 6677
22 376 13 6667
21 359 12.4 6666
20 342 11.8 55666
19 325 11.2 55566
18 308 10.6 55555
17 291 10 5555555
16 274 9.5 4455555
15 257 8.9 4444455
14 239 8.3 4444444
13 222 7.7 444444444
12 205 7.1 333344444
11 188 6.5 333333344
10 171 5.9 333333333333
9 154 5.3 333333333333
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7 120 4.2 22222222222222222
6 103 3.6 22222222222222222
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2341.2
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1170.6
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gpm 12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334
lpm 4 8 12 16 19 23 27 31 35 38 42 46 50 53 57 61 65 69 72 76 80 84 88 91 95 99 103 106 110 114 118 122 125 129
Continuous Flow Rate
Water Hardness
CP208s OD
Sizing
Continuous Service Flow Charts
# Not recommended for 24-hour continuous flow.
# Caution when applying in applications requiring 24-hour continuous flow.
# Recommended for 24-hour continuous operation.

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gpg mg/l odH
72 1231 42.4
71 1214 41.8 8
70 1197 41.2 8
69 1180 40.6 8
68 1163 40 88
67 1146 39.5 88
66 1129 38.9 888
65 1112 38.3 788
64 1094 37.7 788
63 1077 37.1 788
62 1060 36.5 778
61 1043 35.9 778
60 1026 35.3 778
59 1009 34.8 778
58 992 34.2 677
57 975 33.6 677
56 958 33 677
55 941 32.4 677
54 923 31.8 667
53 906 31.2 667
52 889 30.6 666
51 872 30 666
50 855 29.5 5666
49 838 28.9 5666
48 821 28.3 5566
47 804 27.7 5566
46 787 27.1 5556
45 770 26.5 5556
44 752 25.9 5555
43 735 25.3 5555
42 718 24.8 55555
41 701 24.2 45555
40 684 23.6 45555
39 667 23 44555
38 650 22.4 44555
37 633 21.8 44445
36 616 21.2 44444
35 599 20.6 44444
34 581 20 444444
33 564 19.5 4444444
32 547 18.9 3444444
31 530 18.3 3344444
30 513 17.7 3334444
29 496 17.1 3333444
28 479 16.5 3333334
27 462 15.9 3333333
26 445 15.3 333333333
25 428 14.8 3333333333
24 410 14.2 3333333333
23 393 13.6 3333333333
22 376 13 2333333333
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10 171 5.9 11111111111111111
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gpm12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334
lpm4 8 121619232731353842465053576165697276808488919599103106110114118122125129
Continuous Flow Rate
Water Hardness
CP210s OD

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gpg mg/l odH
50 855 29.5
49 838 28.9 8
48 821 28.3 88
47 804 27.7 88
46 787 27.1 888
45 770 26.5 888
44 752 25.9 8888
43 735 25.3 78888
42 718 24.8 77888
41 701 24.2 777888
40 684 23.6 777788
39 667 23 777788
38 650 22.4 677778
37 633 21.8 667777
36 616 21.2 66677777
35 599 20.6 66667777
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33 564 19.5 66666677
32 547 18.9 56666666
31 530 18.3 5556666666
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gpm 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34
lpm 4 8 12 16 19 23 27 31 35 38 42 46 50 53 57 61 65 69 72 76 80 84 88 91 95 99 103 106 110 114 118 122 125 129
Continuous Flow Rate
Water Hardness
CP213s OD

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gpg mg/l odH
50 855 29.5
49 838 28.9
48 821 28.3 8
47 804 27.7 88
46 787 27.1 888
45 770 26.5 8888
44 752 25.9 88888
43 735 25.3 888888
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41 701 24.2 77788888
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39 667 23 77777788888
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37 633 21.8 67777777888
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33 564 19.5 66666666777777
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31 530 18.3 56666666666677
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29 496 17.1 55555566666666666
28 479 16.5 55555565566666666
27 462 15.9 55555555555566666
26 445 15.3 55555555555555566
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24 410 14.2 4444445555555555555555
23 393 13.6 4444444444555555555555
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19 325 11.2 33344444444444444444444444444
18 308 10.6 33333333344444444444444444444
17 291 10 33333333333333333444444444444
16 274 9.5 33333333333333333333333344444
15 257 8.9 333333333333333333333333333333333
14 239 8.3 333333333333333333333333333333333
13 222 7.7 222333333333333333333333333333333
12 205 7.1 222222222222222233333333333333333
11 188 6.5 222222222222222222222222222222222
10 171 5.9 222222222222222222222222222222222
9 154 5.3 222222222222222222222222222222222
8 137 4.8 222222222222222222222222222222222
7 120 4.2 222222222222222222222222222222222
6 103 3.6 111111111111111111111111111111111
5863
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4682.4
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3511.8
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2341.2
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1170.6
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gpm12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334
lpm4 8 121619232731353842465053576165697276808488919599103106110114118122125129
Continuous Flow Rate
Water Hardness
CP216s OD

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Rev. 3
SYSTEM OPERATION
Kinetico Water Conditioners use a twin tank design to assure that treated water is
always available. When one tank regenerates, the other supplies treated water. The
Kinetico Valve, controls when each tank is in service, when each tank must be
regenerated and the regeneration of each tank. Two sizes of valve are available, the
Mach 1000 and Mach 1250 valves. Mach 1250 valves are used with the CP Series.
Level One Operation
Level One assembly consists of three chambers: inlet, outlet and regeneration
chambers.
Hard water enters the inlet chamber and travels to the media tank where it is treated.
Treated water moves from the media tank to the outlet chamber. Contained in the
outlet chamber is a water meter turbine, which turns only when water is used. Gears
connect the water meter turbine to the water meter disc. The system’s meter gearing
is defined as the volume of processed water needed to turn the water meter disc
360º.
Flow Nozzle
Accuracy and range of the flow meter will depend on the nozzle used with the
system. Most units incorporate the half louver nozzle. This nozzle gives will a highly
accurate and wide range of flow metering capability. If an alternative nozzle is used,
a different meter volume per 360º on the water meter will result. To estimate this
new volume, use the Meter Ratio Multiplier to determine new volume. The Half
Louver Nozzle is standard with all CC Ssytems.
Micro Half Louver Full Louver Open Louver
Part Number 10880 11018 11019 11188
Min. Flow Range 0.05 gpm 0.5 gpm 0.75 gpm 1.10 gpm
Max. Flow Range 5.00 gpm 25.00 gpm 40.00 gpm 50.00 gpm
Meter Ratio Multiplier <0.5 : 0.105
>0.5 : 0.428 1 2.22 3.78
Gearing Volumes Micro Half Louver Full Louver Open Louver
2-2-2-3 144 342 759 1,293
2-2-1-P5 160 381 846 1,440
2-2-7-P6 245 583 1,303 2,213
2-2-3-P4 276 657 1,470 2,497
2-1-5-P4 307 732 1,689 2,785
2-7-6-P4 470 1,119 2,520 4,280
2-3-4-P4 526 1,253 2,843 4,829
1-5-4-P4 591 1,408 3,171 5,322
7-23-23-P6 720 1,715 3,829 6,483
7-6-4-P4 911 2,168 4,873 8,195
3-4-4-P4 1,021 2,431 5,498 9,189
P20-P20-P14-P14-P14-P17 1,517 3,612 8,019 13,653
P20-P20-P14-P14-P13-P12 1,688 4,019 8,922 15,192
P20-P20-P14-P14-P15-P16 2,595 6,178 13,715 23,353
P20-P20-P14-P14-P17-P11 2,927 6,970 15,473 26,347
P20-P20-P14-P14-P13-P11 3,265 7,774 17,258 29,386
P20-P20-P14-P15-P16-P11 5,018 11,948 26,525 45,163
P20-P20-P14-P17-P11-P11 5,675 13,513 29,999 51,079
P20-P20-P13-P12-P11-P11 6,315 15,035 33,378 56,832
P20-P20-P15-P16-P11-P11 9,705 23,108 51,300 87,348
Outlet
Regeneration

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Water Meter Disc
The frequency of regeneration can be adjusted without re-gearing the system. The
use of the water meter disc provides for multiple regenerations per 360º cycle on the
water meter. Each regeneration notch on a water meter disc will initiate a
regeneration when the regeneration start pawl drops into one of these segments and
engages with the teeth of the control disc. The number of regenerations within the
360º cycle is indicated by the number of the water meter disc.
Regeneration Pawls
It is important to realize that there are two regeneration pawls: the regeneration start
pawl and the regeneration drive pawl. The regeneration start pawl advances the
control disc enough to open the regeneration control valve. The water meter and
control disc advance together until the control disc uncovers one of the holes in the
ceramic disc located directly beneath the control disc. This opens the regeneration
control valve, which starts regeneration. Once the valve has opened, the
regeneration drive pawl continues to advance the control disc through the
regeneration cycle.
When open, the regeneration control valve allows water to pass through a nozzle
where it is directed to the regeneration turbine in the regeneration chamber. As the
regeneration turbine spins, it drives the regeneration drive pawl, which advances the
control disc.
Jet Regeneration
During the regeneration, water is used by the valve to control the sequence. For
units equipped with Jet Regeneration, a 0.2 gpm regeneration flow control is used to
limit the amount of water used. In addition to this small flow control, the regeneration
nozzle in the level 2, and the regeneration turbine in the level one are also modified
to accept these lower flow rates.
In non-Jet systems, a 0.4 gpm flow control, standard regeneration nozzle and an
open regeneration turbine are used.
The Jet feature is included with all CP Systems.
Control Disc
All internal valve positions are controlled by the Control Disc. As the control disc turns, it covers and
uncovers holes in the ceramic disc (located directly below the control disc), sending pressure signals to open
and close all internal valves. The sequence of regeneration and service configuration (alternating or
Overdrive) is based on the type of control disc installed.
White Gray Black Orange Tan Purple
PN 4689* 7931 4700 8637 5565 8635
Service Flow Alternating Alternating Alternating Overdrive Overdrive Overdrive
RegenerationSequence:
Backwash -- 3 % -- 12 % -- --
Brine • Slow Rinse 75 % 60 % 60 % 57 % 76 % --
Backwash 25 % 37 % 40 % 12 % 24 % 65 %
Purge -- -- -- 7 % -- 25 %
Meter
Disc 1 Meter
Disc 5
Regeneration start pawl
Normal
regeneration
gearing &
turbine
Jet
regeneration
gearing &
turbine
Regeneration drive pawl

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Control Disc Indicator
A visual indicator on top of the control disc (black dot) shows the state of the system at
any time. The control disc rotates clockwise. When the indicator dot is at the 12
o'clock position, the Remote Tank is in service. When it is between the 12 o'clock and
6 o'clock positions, the Remote Tank is in regeneration. When the indicator dot is at
the 6 o'clock position, the Remote Tank is in service. When it is between the 6 o'clock
and 12 o'clock positions, the Main Tank is in regeneration.
Lower Valving Section
The lower valving section consists of Level Two, Level Three, Level Four and Level
Five assemblies.
In the center, there is on regeneration control valve. This valve opens after 4 teeth
on the control disc have engaged. This valve then opens, and powers the
regeneration cycle.
All of the other valves are pairs: one set for the Remote Tank and one set for the
Main Tank. For each media tank, there is an Inlet, Outlet, Drain and Check Stem
valve (also a down flow rinse valve on DFFR enabled systems.) The Inlet, Outlet and
Drain valves are all servo valves controlled by the control disc. The Check Stems are
simple one-way valves (check valves). Together, these valves control the flow of
water into and out of each media tank during service and regeneration.
Level 6
The final level of the valve is used to direct the normal service path of the water. This can be either down-flow
or up-flow. Since all regenerations are counter-current, choosing the service direction also specifies the
regeneration direction. Down-flow service is used with standard, non-packed tank systems. For high
efficiency, packed tank systems, Up-flow service is specified.
} Levels 2 - 5
} Level 1
} Level 6
Drain Valves
Inlet Valves
Outlet Valves
Control Valve Purge Valves
(DFFR enabled valves only)
Remote Main
Outlet Valves
Drain Valves
Purge Valves
Check Stems
Up flow Down Flow

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System By-Pass
For each system, a by-pass is recommended. This can be installed using three ball
valves. This allows the system to be isolated during any service operations. By-pass
valving is not included as a part of the system package.
Resin Tanks Each system uses two resin tanks. The main tank includes the Mach control valve.
The secondary tank is referred to as the remote tank.
Upper Distributor
The distributor prevents channeling of the inlet stream into the top of the resin bed. A
plastic molded distributor is attached to the top of the control valve. The distributor
also prevents resin from backwashing out of the tanks.
Riser Tube A riser tube is used to connect the lower distributor to the control valve. The riser
tube is 1.0” in diameter.
Distributors The lower distributors are of a slotted hub design. This cone, provides for excellent
flow distribution through the resin bed.
Media High capacity, uniform bead resin is used in the compact commercial softeners. The
resin has a capacity of 30,000 grains per cubic foot when regenerated at a brine
setting of 15 lbs./cubic foot.
Tank Interconnection
Each twin tank system uses a set of inter-connectors to provide a water path from the
main control valve to the remote tank. This interconnecting plumbing is included with
the system package. It uses a double o-ring seal to provide a leak-free connection.
A connector link and pins hold the tanks together under pressure.
Main Remote

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Brine Tank Required with a standard system is a brine make-up tank. These tanks will
accommodate loading of softener grade salt and provide water to dissolve brine into
a saturated liquid form.
Softened water is delivered to the brine tank by the control valve during the normal
regeneration sequence.
Brine tanks include an overflow connection to allow for a safety in case of tank
overflow.
Also included with the brine tank is the brine valve. The brine valve is used to adjust
the volume or brine to be produced for each cycle.
Central Brine System
For larger, multiple systems, a Central Brining System
alternative is available. This will replace the need for
multiple brine tanks when installing multiple units in parallel.
The Central Brining System has features similar to the
independent brine tanks; however, to accommodate
multiple systems, the brine refill is accomplished by a float
mechanism attached to the softened water supply outlet of
the system.
A check valve must be added to each softener on the brine
line for the unit to operate properly with the Central Brining
System.
Valve Modifications for Central Brining Operation
Depending on the CP unit selected, the Venturi Throat and Brine Flow Control may need to be changed. This
will regulate the amount of salt used per regeneration.
No Modification Recommended Valve Change
Unit Throat Salt per Cycle Throat Salt per Cycle
CP 208 Tan (3342) 8.5 lbs. Dark Blue (2117) 5.5 lbs.
CP 210 White (2120) 30 lbs. Tan (3342) 10.5 lbs
CP 213 Yellow (6016) 42 lbs. Clear (2379) 19 lbs.
CP 216 Yellow (6016) 42 lbs. Black (1045) 35 lbs.

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Rev. 3
Getting Started
The following procedures have been developed to assist during the installation of your Kinetico Softener.
ALL STATE AND LOCAL PLUMBING CODES MUST BE MET,
including, but not limited to:
- Distances that equipment should be placed from the main
panel box and electrical outlets.
- Air gaps that must be provided for all drain lines.
Pre-installation Review
Before beginning the installation of the Kinetico system, confirm system configuration to be installed and
components that have been ordered. Please review Kinetico specification sheet that includes required
components.
Review of the customer’s facility is also recommended, especially critical operating data that could affect the
operation of the system:
Water pressure to the Kinetico system affects the
performance during regeneration. The Kinetico system will
not operate properly if the inlet pressure fluctuates below a
dynamic pressure of 25 psi. This minimum pressure must
be maintained to the system at all times. Should the
pressure fluctuate below this level, a booster pump may be
required.
Do not use on water pressure that exceeds 125 psi or water
temperature that exceeds 120oF.
Do not install the Kinetico Softener in an area where the
temperature can cause the unit to freeze. Damage to the
system will result.
It is recommended that a WQA certified installer perform the
installation. Failure to install the system as instructed will
void the warranty.
Proper ventilation must be provided when using PVC cleaner
or glue.
A ladder should be used for all work overhead that would be
beyond your natural reach. If working continuously at a
height of six feet or more, the appropriate safety devices
must be employed.
An appliance dolly should be used when transporting
equipment on stairways.
When soldering, the following must be met and followed:
 LEAD FREE solder must be used.
 PVC containers and other flammable materials must
be closed or removed to prevent fire or explosions.
 Loose clothing (ie: shirts tails, sleeves, etc.) should
not be worn or should be addressed before using a
torch for soldering.

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 The customer must be notified if you will be disabling
smoke alarm(s) during installation. Be sure to
reconnect the smoke alarm(s).
 A scorch pad must be used to protect any surface
that may be exposed to a torch flame or excessive
heat. Wear protective eyewear while installing to
prevent eye injury caused by splattering soldering
materials or metal/plastic shavings.
 Do not solder brass adapters while inserted in the
module main base. Damage to the plastic and rubber
parts may occur due to the heat and may result in
water damage.
 The materials used in the soldering process may
attack certain types of plastics. Care should be taken
during the installation process to assure that solder
and flux do not come in contact with media tanks, the
control module and related plastic components.
A prefilter should be used before a softener to prevent any
foreign material from getting into the equipment.
VERY IMPORTANT! Where a brine drum overflow could
cause damage, a 1/2" I.D. overflow line must be installed on
the barbed fitting on drum and connected to a drain. Make
sure the drain is not higher than barbed fitting.
NOTE:
Clear area along wall where PVC drain line will be
run to floor drain. Kinetico does not recommend
running flexible tubing across the floor or along
walls, as it may be kicked out of discharge point at
floor drain, or line may become pinched resulting in
improper back washing.
When installing a plastic component in line, it is
recommended that grounding straps be put in place
BEFORE the lines are actually cut to ensure that the ground
is never broken.
When installation is complete, plumbing lines must be
chlorinated for sanitation. Common household bleach may
be used. The amount of bleach will vary on plumbing size,
lengths and fixtures.
On iron bearing water, a salt which contains resin cleaning
additives is recommended. (IMPORTANT! This does not
apply to tannin units.)
NOTE:
A clean grade of salt is strongly recommended. Do
not use rock salt.
Read all steps, guides and rules carefully before
installing and using the Kinetico Softener.

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Rev. 3
Kinetico Softener Installation CP 208 – CP 216
1. Determine location to install equipment. Make sure that the unit will be on a flat surface. Test the
water to confirm unit is properly sized for installation. If sand/silt or turbidity is present, a separate
prefilter should be installed.
A ladder should be used for all work over head that would be
beyond your natural reach. If working continuously at a
height of six feet or more, the appropriate safety devices
must be employed.
2. FOR MODEL CP 213 & CP 216 MEDIA INSTALLATION:
(Note: the CP 208 and CP 210 units are already filled)
a) Remove module and remote base from media tanks.
b) Properly cover the distributor tubes to prevent media from getting inside.
c) For the Model CP 213, place 25 lbs. or 0.25 ft3of gravel into each tank. For the Model CP 216,
place 75 lbs. or .75 ft3 of gravel into each tank.
d) For the Model CP 213, place 2.5 ft3 (2 ½ bags) of high capacity resin into each tank. (This should
leave 17" of freeboard.) For the Model CP 216, place 4.0 ft3 (4 bags) of high capacity resin into
each tank.
e) Remove covering from distributor tubes, and replace the module and remote base onto tanks.
Note: the CP 216 has an adapter with distributor that must first thread onto the tank before the
module is installed.
Verify installation complies with state and local plumbing
codes before continuing.
3. Install with by-pass valving. Note the inlet and outlet arrows on valve
head.
4. Connect the inlet/outlet adapters leading to the softener using the proper
size plumbing. Plumb as necessary to accommodate the by-pass valve
and to complete the installation.
A scorch pad must be used to protect any surface that may be
exposed to a torch flame or excessive heat.
When installing a plastic component in line, it is recommended
that grounding straps be put in place before the lines are
actually cut to ensure that the ground is never broken.
Do not solder brass adapters while inserted in the module
main base. Damage to the plastic and rubber parts may
result due to the heat. Also, the materials used in the
soldering process may attack certain types of plastics. Care
should be taken during the installation process to assure that
solder and flux do not come in contact with media tanks, the
control module and related plastic components.
Proper ventilation must be provided when using PVC cleaner
or glue.
Loose clothing (ie.- shirt tails, sleeves, etc.) should not be
worn or should be addressed before using a torch for
soldering or a drill for drilling.

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5. After all plumbing is completed, but before connecting equipment, flush both the inlet and outlet lines
by opening the by-pass valve and allowing water to rinse out any debris in the lines.
6. Locate the enclosed kit containing: four o-rings, two pipes with o-rings, and a silicone packet. Apply a
liberal amount of silicone to the four o-rings and the o-rings on the two pipes. Install the four o-rings
on the inlet/outlet adapters.
7. Connect the main tank with softener valve to the inlet/outlet adapter. The inlet/outlet adapter is
inserted into the MachTM Control Valve and locked in place by the plastic e-clips.
It is important that the e-clips are fully inserted into the MachTM Control Valve. Check that all
3 tabs on the e-clips are fully inserted. Do not reuse the old e-clips replace with new e-clips.
8. Connect the remote tank to the main tank using connector pipes, connector links and connector pins.
(Always use both links.)
An air gap must be provided for all drain lines. Check local
and state plumbing codes for the proper setup of drain line
air gaps.
9. Run a drain line to the discharge point. FOLLOW STATE AND LOCAL CODES. Before connecting
unit, check for any obstructions or kinks. Apply Teflon tape to pipe threads on side of softener valve,
and install the two fittings supplied. Connect drain line to valve.
On drain lines for the CP 213 & 216 that must travel more
than 8 feet up and 30 feet over, it is best to take the 5/8”
drain line that fits the valve and attach it in a larger diameter
line or pipe. The CP 208 & 210 will use ½” drain line. This
will eliminate chances of restrictions.
10. Position the brine drum. In Kinetico Softeners, the brine drum mixes and stores a solution of salt or
potassium chloride for regeneration of the softener media. During the brine rinse cycle, this solution is
drawn from the brine drum and through the media to regenerate it.
The brine drum contains an adjustment to draw the correct amount of salt or potassium chloride
solution for each cycle. This adjustment is made in two places: the adjuster tube and the float cup.
The adjuster tube measures the amount of solution that is drawn from the brine drum into the softener
during the brine rinse cycle. The float cup height determines how much softened water flows back
into the brine drum to prepare for the next regeneration.
CP 208 - 213 CP 216

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Rev. 3
24 x 40 Brine Drum Valve Adjustment
Salt
Setting 15 LBS 25 LBS 30 LBS 40 LBS
Adjuster
Tube 1.25 K N N
Float
Cup 10.5 in. 12 in. 11 in. 16 in.
Float
Cup
Setting
Adjuster Tube Setting
The adjuster tube is set by cutting and removing tabs on both sides of the tube.
Using a pocket-knife, cut across each tab horizontally, following the channel in
the plastic, and break off each tab individually until the proper setting is
reached. The remaining number or letter imprinted on the tab determines the
correct setting. The drawing at right shows an adjuster tube at setting "M".
Float Cup Setting
The float cup is set by adjusting its height above the bottom of the brine valve
assembly. By removing the brine valve assembly and resting it on a flat surface,
the height of the float cup can be measured with a ruler. The height is measured
from the base of the brine valve assembly to the top of the float cup (see drawing
at right). Note that standard settings are defined by markings on the rod of the
brine valve assembly. The settings on the rod are listed in the tables at the end of
this section. Where the predefined settings are not adequate, the actual float cup
height, in inches, is listed, and the setting must be measured and set according
to the measured float cup height.
The CP units require the Adjuster
Tube and float cup to be set.
Float
Cup
Setting

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Rev. 3
Installing the Brine Valve
After the adjustments have been made to the adjuster tube
and the float cup, the brine valve assembly must be installed
in the brine drum. Locate the brine valve in the brine well so
that the bent tube is along the back of the brine well away
from the brine drum wall. The bent tube snaps into a notch
and extends from the brine drum about 1".
Do not drop the brine valve into the drum!
Dropping may lower the float cup, resulting in an
improper setting.
11. Add a clean grade of softener salt at this time. DO NOT
USE ROCK SALT.
On iron-bearing water, a salt that contains resin cleaning
additives is recommended.
12. Open the inlet valve and the allow tanks to fill slowly with water. Water will run at the drain until unit is
full and pressurized.
13. With the unit in service and under pressure, allow the brine drum to fill with water until the brine valve
shuts off.
14. After the unit is fully pressurized, purge air from the lines by opening soft water outlet.
When installation is complete, plumbing lines must be
chlorinated for sanitation. Common household bleach may
be used. The amount of bleach will vary on plumbing size,
length and fixtures.
15. VERY IMPORTANT! Where a brine drum overflow could cause damage, a 1/2" I.D. overflow line
must be installed on the barbed overflow fitting on drum and connected to a drain. Make sure drain is
not higher than barbed fitting. FOLLOW STATE AND LOCAL CODES.
16. Before leaving installation, check plumbing for leaks.

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Rev. 3
Central Brining System Installation
Use teflon tape for all threaded pipe connections
For 39" and 50" Diameter Drums
1. Assemble bulkhead fittings to brine drum as shown, with the rubber washer on the inside. Be sure the
washer does not "squeeze" out while tightening.
2. Mount the brine well (Part #4758) to the drum using overflow fitting (Part #1138) and nut (Part
#1139).
3. Assemble 90oelbow (Part # 3407) and nipple (Part #3406) to refill valve (Part #4967).
4. Install top collar (Part #2360) on bent float rod and position it 14 inches from straight end and secure.
Slide ball on rod. Position lower collar (Part #2360) on rod, and secure it approximately 2 inches from
end of rod.
5. Screw “float to valve” adapter fitting (Part #3408) to float rod - DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
6. Using pin (Part #3411) and "E" ring (Part #3413), attach rod and float assembly to valve (Part #4967)
activator arm.
7. Lower float rod and valve assembly into brine well. Mount valve to tank through hole in brine well.
8. Assemble tube to nipple fitting (Part #4761) to nipple (Part #3406) through hole in brine wall.
9. Connect spray tube (Part #3431) to fitting (Part #4761) leading to valve and add end "plug" fitting to
spray tube. Plug fitting consists of (Part #4761) hose to female thread fitting and ¼ inch pipe plug
(Part #4762).
10. Using the 8 hangers (Part #3431), screws (Part #1869) and nuts (Part #3430) mount spray tube to
drum using holes provided. Spray holes should be angled down towards salt.
For 24" Drum
The procedures are identical to those listed, except the shorter 46½ inch brine well is used. Also, only 6
hangers are needed to mount the spray tube (Part #4756).
Valve Modifications for Central Brining
Operation
Depending on the CP unit selected, the Venturi Throat and
Brine Flow Control may need to be changed. This will
regulate the amount of salt used per regeneration.
Standard Recommended
Unit Throat Brining Throat Brining
CP 208 Tan
(3342) 8.5 lbs. Dark Blue (2117) 5.5 lbs.
CP 210 White
(2120) 30 lbs. Tan (3342) 10.5 lbs
CP 213 Yellow
(6016) 42 lbs. Clear (2379) 19 lbs.
CP 216 Yellow
(6016) 42 lbs. Black (1045) 35 lbs.