
2. Regeneration Mode: Typically a system is set to regenerate at a time of
no water usage. If there is a demand for water when the system is
regenerating, untreated water will be delivered. When the system begins to
regenerate, the display will change to include information about the step of
the regeneration process and the time remaining for that step to be
completed. The system runs through the steps automatically and will reset
itself to provide treated water when the regeneration has been completed.
3. Manual Regeneration: Sometimes there is a need to regenerate before
the control valve calls for it. This may be needed if a period of heavy water
use is anticipated or when the system has been operated without salt.
• To initiate a manual regeneration at the next preset regeneration
time, press and release regen. The words “REGEN TODAY” will
flash on the display to indicate that the system will regenerate at
the next regeneration time (set in Programming, steps 4 and 5).
If you pressed the regen button in error, pressing the button again
will cancel the command.
• To initiate a manual regeneration immediately, press and hold the
regen button for three seconds. The system will begin to
regenerate immediately. This command cannot be cancelled.
Once a manual regeneration is initiated, the unit will go into the “BACKWASH” position, followed by the
steps listed on page 8 (Start-up Instructions). During this sequence the water softener will deliver water,
but it will be untreated.
4. Power Loss and Battery Replacement: The AC transformer comes
with a 15 foot power cord and is designed for use with the control valve;
the transformer should only be used in a dry location.
In the event of a power outage, the control valve will remember all settings
and time of day. If an extended power outage occurs, the control valve will
keep time of day until the battery is depleted. When the battery becomes
depleted, the only item that needs to be reset is the time of day and will
be indicated by the time of day flashing. All other settings are permanently
stored in the nonvolatile memory.
If a power loss occurs and the time of day flashes, this indicates that
the battery is depleted. The time of day should be reset and the non-
rechargeable battery should be replaced. The battery is a 3 Volt lithium coin
cell type 2032 and is readily available at most stores. To access battery
location, remove front cover (see diagram on page 14 for battery location).
5. Check Salt Indicator and Audible Alarm: This control valve is equipped with a Low Salt
Warning to alert homeowners that the system is operating in a low salt condition. This usually indicates
that the salt level in the brine tank is too low to operate properly. If “CHECK SALT” appears on the screen,
there will usually be an audible alarm that sounds also (if turned on), alerting you to these conditions.
To turn off alarm: If the audible alarm sounds due to a low salt condition, press any button on the
face of the control valve to turn off. If salt is not added to the brine tank before the next regeneration,
the “CHECK SALT” indicator will alarm again.
IMPORTANT: If you feel that the salt level is adequate (at least 1/3 full) in the brine tank, please contact
the dealer that installed your system for service.
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Regeneration Mode Display
“REGEN TODAY” AND “TIME OF
DAY” WILL FLASH ALTERNATELY IF
A REGENERATION IS EXPECTED
TONIGHT.
Manual Regeneration Display
Battery Replacement