Pentair FLECK 5600 User manual

FLECK 5600
SERVICE MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
JOB SPECIFICATION SHEET ...............................................2
INSTALLATION.....................................................................3
START-UP INSTRUCTIONS..................................................4
MODEL 5600 INSTALLATION AND
START-UP PROCEDURES....................................................4
MODEL 5600 BACKWASH FILTER INSTALLATION AND
START-UP PROCEDURES....................................................5
MODEL 5600 INSTALLATION AND
START-UP PROCEDURES....................................................6
WATER CONDITIONER FLOW DIAGRAMS...........................7
MODEL 5600 CONTROL VALVE DRIVE ASSEMBLY...........10
5600 ELECTROMECHANCIAL ............................................16
5600 VALVE ACCESSORIES ...............................................17
5600 VALVE ASSEMBLIES .................................................18
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................21
TROUBLESHOOTING..........................................................24
GENERAL SERVICE HINTS FOR METER CONTROL..........25
MODEL 5600SF TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................25
JOB SPECIFICATION SHEET
Job Number: ______________________________________________
Model Number:____________________________________________
Water Hardness: __________________________________ ppm or gpg
Capacity Per Unit:__________________________________________
Mineral Tank Size: ___________ Diameter: ________Height:________
Salt Setting per Regeneration:________________________________
1. Type of Timer:
A. Time Clock
B. Meter Initiated
2. Downflow: Upflow Upflow Variable
3. Meter Size:
A. 3/4-inch Turbine
B. 3/4-inch Paddle Wheel
C. Electronic ____Pulse Count ___ Meter Size ____________
4. System Type:
A. System #4: 1 Tank, 1 Meter, Immediate, or
Delayed Regeneration
B. System #4: Time Clock
5. Timer Program Settings:
A. Backwash:______________________________ Minutes
B. Brine and Slow Rinse:_____________________ Minutes
C. Rapid Rinse: ____________________________ Minutes
D. Brine Tank Refill: ________________________ Minutes
E. Pause Time: ____________________________ Minutes
F. Second Backwash: _______________________ Minutes
6. Drain Line Flow Control: gpm
7. Brine Line Flow Controller: gpm
8. Injector Size#:
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
WARNING:
This product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer or
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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INSTALLATION
Water Pressure
A minimum of 25 psi (1.7 bar) of water pressure is required
for regeneration valve to operate effectively.
Electrical Facilities
An uninterrupted alternating current (A/C) supply is required.
Please make sure voltage supply is compatible with unit
before installation.
NOTE: Other voltages are available. Please make sure your
voltage supply is compatible with your unit
before installation.
Existing Plumbing
Condition of existing plumbing should be free from lime and
iron buildup. Piping that is built up heavily with lime and/
or iron should be replaced. If piping is clogged with iron,
a separate iron filter unit should be installed ahead of the
water softener.
Location Of Softener And Drain
The softener should be located close to a drain to prevent air
breaks and back flow.
Bypass Valves
Always provide for the installation of a bypass valve if unit is
not equipped with one.
CAUTION
Water pressure is not to exceed 125 psi (8.6 bar),
water temperature is not to exceed 110°F (43°C),
and the unit cannot be subjected to
freezing conditions.
Installation Instructions
1. Place the softener tank where you want to install the unit
making sure the unit is level and on a firm base.
2. During cold weather, the installer should warm the valve
to room temperature before operating.
3. All plumbing should be done in accordance with local
plumbing codes. The pipe size for residential drain line
should be a minimum of 1/2 inch (13 mm). Backwash
flow rates in excess of 7 gpm (26.5 Lpm) or length in
excess of 20 feet (6 m) require 3/4 inch (19 mm) drain line.
Commercial drain lines should be the same size as the
drain line flow control.
4. Refer to the dimensional drawing for cutting height of the
distributor tube. If there is no dimensional drawing, cut
the distributor tube flush with the top of the tank.
5. Lubricate the distributor o-ring seal and tank o-ring seal.
Place the main control valve on tank.
NOTE: Only use silicone lubricant.
6. Solder joints near the drain must be done prior to
connecting the Drain Line Flow Control fitting (DLFC).
Leave at least 6 inches (15 cm) between the DLFC and
solder joints when soldering pipes that are connected on
the DLFC. Failure to do this could cause interior damage
to the DLFC.
7. Plumber tape is the only sealant to be used on the drain
fitting. The drain from twin tank units may be run through
a common line.
8. Make sure that the floor is clean beneath the salt storage
tank and that it is level.
9. Place approximately 1 inch (25 mm) of water above the
grid plate. If a grid is not utilized, fill to the top of the air
check (Figure 1) in the salt tank. Do not add salt to the brine
tank at this time.
10. On units with a by-pass, place in bypass position. Turn on
the main water supply. Open a cold soft water tap nearby
and let run a few minutes or until the system is free from
foreign material (usually solder) that may have resulted
from the installation. Once clean, close the water tap.
11. Slowly place the by-pass in service position and let water
flow into the mineral tank. When water flow stops, slowly
open a cold water tap nearby and let run until the air is
purged from the unit.
12. Plug unit into an electrical outlet.
NOTE: All electrical connections must be connected
according to local codes. Be certain the outlet
is uninterrupted.
60002 Rev E
Figure 1 Residential Air Check Valve
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START-UP INSTRUCTIONS
The water softener should be installed with the inlet,
outlet, and drain connections made in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations, and to meet applicable
plumbing codes.
1. Turn the manual regeneration knob slowly in a clockwise
direction until the program micro switch lifts on top of
the first set of pins. Allow the drive motor to move the
piston to the first regeneration step and stop. Each time
the program switch position changes, the valve will
advance to the next regeneration step. Always allow the
motor to stop before moving to the next set of pins or
spaces.
2. Position the valve to backwash. Ensure the drain line flow
remains steady for 10 minutes or until the water runs
clear (see above).
3. Position the valve to the brine / slow rinse position.
Ensure the unit is drawing water from the brine tank (this
step may need to be repeated).
4. Position the valve to the rapid rinse position. Check the
drain line flow, and run for 5 minutes or until the water
runs clear.
5. Position the valve to the start of the brine tank fill cycle.
Ensure water goes into the brine tank at the desired
rate. The brine valve drive cam will hold the valve in this
position to fill the brine tank for the first regeneration.
6. Put salt in the brine tank.
NOTE: Do not use granulated or rock salt.
MODEL 5600 INSTALLATION AND
START-UP PROCEDURES
NOTE: Install the water softener with the inlet, outlet, and
drain connections made according to manufacturer's
recommendations and to meet applicable plumbing
codes.
1. Manually index the softener control into the In Service
position and let water flow into the resin tank. When the
water flow stops, open a softened water tap until all air is
released from the lines. Then close tap.
NOTE: Manually dial the various regeneration positions by
turning the knob on the front of the control until the
indicator shows that the softener is in the desired
position.
2. Manually index the control to the Backwash position and
allow water to flow at the drain for 3 or 4 minutes.
3. Remove back cover plate.
4. Make sure that the salt dosage is set as recommended by
the manufacturer. If necessary, set salt according to the
setting instruction sheet. Manually index the control to the
Brine Fill position and allow the brine tank to fill to the top
of the air check.
5. Manually index the control to the Brine Draw position and
allow the control to draw water from the brine tank until
it stops.
6. Plug in the electrical cord and look in the sight hole in the
back of the motor to see that it is running. Set the days
that regeneration is to occur by sliding tabs on skipper
wheel outward to expose trip fingers.
• Each tab is one day.
• Finger at red pointer is tonight.
• Moving clockwise from red pointer, extend or retract
fingers to obtain the desired generation schedule.
7. Manually advance the control to the beginning of the
Brine Fill position and allow the control to return to the In
Service position automatically.
8. Fill the brine tank with salt.
9. Replace back cover on the control.
10. Make sure that any bypass valving is left in the normal In
Service position.
Manual Regeneration Knob
24-Hour Gear
Red Time
Set Button
Time of Day Arrow Red Pointer
Skipper Wheel
(shows every
other day
backwash)
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MODEL 5600 BACKWASH FILTER
INSTALLATION AND START-UP
PROCEDURES
NOTE: Install the water softener with the inlet, outlet, and
drain connections made according to manufacturer's
recommendations and to meet applicable plumbing
codes.
Before plugging in the Unit
1. Open a treated water tap down stream of the filter.
2. Manually index the filter to the In Service position and
allow the mineral tank to fill by slowly opening the main
water supply valve. Any bypass should be in the In Service
position.
NOTE: The water flowing from the downstream tap is
cloudy and/or contains media fines as well as air.
Allow the water to run until it appears clean and
free of air.
3. When a steady clean flow appears at the tap, close the tap
and the main water supply valve and allow the filter media
bed to settle for 15–20 minutes.
4. Manually index the filter to the Backwash position.
5. To prevent a sudden surge of water and air, partially open
the main water supply valve so that the flow at the drain
of the filter is approximately 1 gpm (3.7 Lpm). The water
at the drain is cloudy again and/or contains media fines as
well as air. Allow water to flow at the drain until it appears
clean and free of air.
6. Continue to open the water supply valve until it is
completely open. Allow water to flow at the drain until all
media fines are washed out of the filter.
7. Manually index the filter to the In Service position, and
again open the downstream tap. Check to be sure that
the water flows clear. If necessary, allow water to flow
until all media fines are gone. If the tap is equipped with
an aerator check that is not plugged with media fines and
pipe scale.
8. Plug in the electrical cord and look in the sight hole on the
back of the timer motor to ensure that it is running. Set
the days backwashing is to occur by sliding tabs on the
skipper wheel outward to expose trip fingers. Each tab is
one day. Finger at red pointer is tonight. Moving clockwise
from red pointer, extend or retract fingers to obtain the
desired backwash schedule.
9. Set time of day by pushing red button and spin the 24-
hour gear until the present time of day is visible above the
time of day arrow.
Cycle Times and Flow Diagrams
1. In Service position. See page 7.
2. Preliminary Rinse position.
• See page 7 with standard piston (white end plug) or filter
piston (black end plug).
• Eliminated with low water piston (gray end plug).
3. Backwash position.
• See page 7 with standard piston.
• 15 minutes with filter piston.
• 7 minutes with low water piston.
4. Brine Rinse position.
• Eliminated, resultingin a 50 minute pause, no water flows
during this time.
5. Slow Rinse position.
• Eliminated, resulting in a 50 minute pause, no water flows
during this time.
6. Second Backwash position.
• See page 8 with standard piston.
• 15 minutes with filter piston.
• 7 minutes with low water piston.
7. Settling Rinse position.
• See page 8 with standard or filter piston.
• Eliminate with low water piston.
8. Brine Tank Refill position.
• Eliminated, filter is back in service at this time.
Manual Regeneration Knob
24-Hour Gear
Red Time
Set Button
Time of Day Arrow Red Pointer
Skipper Wheel
(shows every
other day
backwash)
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MODEL 5600 INSTALLATION AND START-
UP PROCEDURES
NOTE: Install the water softener with the inlet, outlet, and
drain connections made according to manufacturer's
recommendations and to meet applicable plumbing
codes.
Before plugging in the Unit
1. Manually index the softener control to the In Service
position and let water flow into the resin tank. When the
water flow stops, open a softened water tap until all air is
released from the lines. Then close tap.
2. The various regeneration positions may be dialed
manually by turning the knob on the front of the control
until the indicator shows that the softener is in the desired
position.
3. Set water usage program wheel using any one of the
following procedures:
Typical Residential Application
To program, just set the time, set the hardness and it
automatically monitors system needs and regenerates
only when necessary. To set time of day press red time
set button and turn 24-hour gear until present time of
day is at “time of day.” Set program wheel by lifting the
“people” dial and rotating it so that the number of people
in the household is aligned with the household grains per
gallon water hardness. Release the dial and check for
firm engagement at setting. This method provides reserve
capacity based on 75 gallons per person.
Optional Programming Procedures
Calculate the gallon capacity of the system, subtract
the necessary reserve requirement and set the gallons
available at the small white dot on program wheel gear.
Note, drawing shows 850 gallon setting. The capacity
(gallons) arrow denotes remaining gallons exclusive of
fixed reserve.
4. Rotate program wheel counterclockwise until it stops at
Regeneration position.
5. Manually index the control to the Backwash position and
allow water to flow at the drain for 3 or 4 minutes.
6. Remove back cover plate.
7. Make sure than the salt dosage is set as recommended by
the manufacturer. Manually index the control to the Brine
Fill position and allow the brine tank to fill to the top of
the air check.
8. Manually index the control to the Brine Rinse position and
allow the control to draw water from the brine tank until it
stops.Plug in the electrical cord and look in the sight hole in
the back of the monitor to see that it is running.
9. Manually advance the control to the beginning of the Brine
Fill position and allow the control to return to the In Service
position automatically.
10. Fill the brine tank with salt.
11. Replace back cover on the control. Be sure cable is not
pinched between cover and housing.
12. Make sure that any bypass valving is left in the normal In
Service position.
13. Manually index the filter to the In Service position and
allow the mineral tank to fill by slowly opening the main
water supply valve. Any bypass should be in the In Service
position.
Manual Regeneration Knob 24-Hour Gear
Red Time
Set Button
White Dot Gallons Label
Program Wheel
People Dial
Grains Per Gallon
Water Hardness
Scale
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WATER CONDITIONER FLOW DIAGRAMS
Service Position Backwash Position
Preliminary Rinse Position Brine Position
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WATER CONDITIONER FLOW DIAGRAMS CONTINUED
Slow Rinse Position Settling Rinse Position
Second Backwash Position Brine Tank Fill Position
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