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Manual for Operation & Maintenance Of Twin Alternating Water

1. Replace the motor if necessary Do not lubricate the motor or the gears To reinstall the motor move the spring clip loop to the right and hold Gently turn the motor while inserting so that the gear on the motor meshes with the gears under the drive gear cover Release the spring clip loop and continue to rotate the motor until the wires are horizontal and the motor housing engages the small plastic bulge inside the drive bracket motor retainer Reconnect the motor plug to the two pronged jack on the lower left side of the PC board If the motor will not easily engage with the drive gears when reinstalling lift and slightly rotate the motor before reinserting Reconnect the power plug Replace the valve cover After completing any valve maintenance involving the drive assembly or the drive cap assembly and pistons unplug power source jack from the printed circuit board black wire and plug back in or press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds The cover button may have other names like SET HOUR CLOCK or SET CLOCK but the circuit board is labeled with SET This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash all wording then flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position DRIVE CAP ASSEMBLY MAIN PISTON AND REGENERANT PISTON The drive assembly must be removed to access the drive cap assembly The drive cap assembly must be removed to access the pi
2. and UP The DN hole will be filled with an injector which allows water to pass through the pathway The UP hole will be filled with a plug Order V3010 1Z which prevents water from travelling the pathway The self priming injector increases the velocity of the water creating a zone of negative pressure that draws in the concentrated liquid regenerant such as sodium chloride brine potassium permanganate etc The regenerant blends with the stream of water which passes through the media to regenerate the bed The injector provides a consistent regenerant water mixture ratio over the entire operating pressure range of the control valve The injector provides good performance in a variety of applications which may involve elevated drain lines and long regenerant draw lengths REFILL FLOW CONTROL ASSEMBLY The refill flow control assembly consists of a refill flow elbow refill flow control retainer assembly refill flow control polytube insert and nut assembly The refill flow control retainer fits in the refill eloow The refill flow control retainer houses the refill flow control which controls the flow rate when the regenerant tank is being refilled The refill flow control is a flexible washer like part with a small orifice and a precision molded contour that delivers a steady 0 5 gom regenerant tank refill rate at varying inlet pressures Refill is accomplished with treated water The refill flow control assembly is i
3. printed circuit PC board This rotation permits the PC board to record the total volume of treated water and the flow rate The small centrally located magnet is shielded from water which substantially reduces iron fouling problems with the turbine A This Water Meter should not be used as the primary monitoring device for critical or health effect applications A Operating Pressures 20 psi minimum 12 psi maximum Operating Temperatures 40 F Minimum 110 F Maximum The turbine is accurate to within 5 over a wide operating flow rate range 0 25 gpm 0 95 lpm up to control valve maximums and has a very low pressure drop Water used for regeneration is not metered If the control valve is set to prefill the regenerant water used between the prefill cycle up to the start of the regeneration cycle is metered If the control valve is in regeneration mode and there is a water demand that water usage is not metered When facing the front of the control valve the water meter is positioned on the left hand side of the control valve Allow sufficient clearance to clean and repair the water meter without disconnecting the plumbing or disassembling any other parts of the control valve CONTROL VALVE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS DRIVE ASSEMBLY Remove the valve cover to access the drive assembly Disconnect the power source plug black wire from the PC board prior to disconnecting the motor or water meter plugs from the PC board The power source plug
4. 4CS Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 4CS Press A or Y to select to regenerate immediately on O recommended for twin softeners or at delayed time not recommended Note If immediately on 0 option is not available the wrong setting was selected in step 3CS Press REGEN to return to step 3CS and correct the setting to Volume Press NEXT to go to Step 5CS Press REGEN to return to previous step step 5CS Press A or Y to select ALT option Alt A Valve should be marked ALTA Alt B Valve should be marked ALTB Note Check that the Alt A and Alt B Valves are connected to the proper connection points on the MAV as per the instructions in the Plumbing section of this manual Press NEXT to go to Step 6CS Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 6CS Press A or Y to set rinse and fill delay to oFP Note Rinse and fill delays may be required in applications where a hardness meter is installed downstream This would eliminate any potential spikes when the tanks switch from standby to operation which could trigger the hardness monitor to shut down the system For normal operation it is recommended this feature be set to ott Press NEXT to go to Step 7CS Press REGEN to return to previous step step 7CS Press A or Y to set external pressure differential option to oFF Press NEXT to exit configuration settings Press REGEN to return to previous step AaAPPLIBeD S MeMBR
5. Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener MAV Motor MAN Motor Cable t Interconnect Cable Cable ko 7 Connect MAV Cables to valve head Alt B Refer to the above photos On the backside of the valve remove the strain reief cover with a screwdriver Remove the cover of the valve by pulling out on the release tabs located on each side of the cover Feed the other end of the interconnect cable through the hole in the back of the valve Connect the interconnect cable to the three pin connector labelled INTERCONNECT CABLE on the PC Board After connecting the cables weave the wires through the strain releif on the backside of the valve and replace the strain relief cover and screw Replace the valve cover aPPLID Page 9 MEMBRaNES INC Copyright O 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener INITIAL START UP For detailed programming and operating information please refer to the control valve section of this manual 1 2 Check all piping connections and make sure feed valves are open Inspect plumbing for leaks Check that control valve is connected to electrical source Open Raw Water source valve Note Check for leaks throughout system as pressure is applied 10 11 Page 10 Note For detailed information on the control valve oper
6. Key sequence to lock and unlock program settings Press and Hold for 3 seconds to initiate a control reset The software version is displayed and the piston returns to the home service position resynchronizing the valve Error Message Error If the word ERROR and a number are alternately flashing on the display check the trouble shooting section of this manual to identify the error Clear error by disconnecting 8 the power supply at the PC board and reconnecting or press the NEXT and REGEN buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds MeMB RaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener TABLE OF CONTENTS Design Basis amp Speciica lA SS scccucecidccieccesusecesecvpccecetece cia dabeete ea desenscecueck edetus cass ievncceei Sesecs teu cewduaeesciavntesetAeeciteeweceocetenrenspeuadetsidencccrauees 4 Stalla d ON e A 5 WONG AR e PO o AAPP ieee asneeseueteseseteceece 5 E A 5 A go PA PP e A 6 A 6 cl e ta Do nen E et AP eee ee eee E 10 System Monitoring and Record Keeping iss ec cet A A 11 a CondilloN S sassi RA A a 11 Operating Do S and RA NEE 11 A PA 12 Control Valve ODeratloN amp SEENEN 13 Control Valve Speciic lO Superar cacao a EER eiii 13 ER Ea 6 reto o oi tit E 14 Control Valve General Features and Information ccccccccccccecceeeeeeceeeeeceeeeeeeceeeeesaeeseeeceeeeeeeeeseceeeeeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeseaaa
7. LINE 9 1 1 4615 elbow Locking Sip ALL 2 PKP10TS8 BULK Polytube insert p38 V3192 CV1Nut3 Drain Elbow JL V3158 01 CV Drain Elbow Male EE 3182 ORingots AE TI e vaso Lou DLFC RetanerAsy Il CV1 DLFC 1 7 gpm for Y CV1 DLFC 2 2 gpm for Y 1 CV1 DLFC 2 7 gpm for Y of the model CV1 DLFC 4 2 gpm for 34 indicated in the V3162 053 CV1 DLFC 5 3 gpm for 34 W S1354EMT column to the left W S1465EMT V3162 065 CV1 DLFC 6 5 gpm for 3 W S1665EMT 4 and 6 can be ordered as a complete assembly V3331 CV1 Drain Elbow Retainer Assembly Replacement valves are shipped without drain line flow control Za nut and polytube insert order DLFC separately and install before using E V3162 013 CV1 DLFC 1 3 gpm for 34 W S744EMT Proper DLFC orientation directs water flow towards the washer face with rounded edge aPPLID Page 27 MeMBRaNnesS INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener CV1 WITH 1 050 DISTRIBUTOR TUBE OPENING IDENTIFICATION Black Plug Note The Wal downflow piston is a solid amber color INSTALLATION FITTING ASSEMBLY Assembly Model Number V3007 CV1 Fitting 1 PVC Male NPT Elbow Assembly pot 918 LV Nut 1 Quick Connect 2 8150 CV Split Ring 2 NI L 215 O 4 vataa CV Fitting 1 PVC Male NPT Elbow Page 28 aPPLIPD A Me
8. Softener VALVE OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen REGENERATION SCREENS Set Backwash Volume y Draw e During Regeneration The display shows the time remaining in the current cycle jor EI 13 E e Pressing REGEN will advance to the next cycle Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen Regeneration Pending In Alternator Systems when a unit is waiting to initiate the Sel Backwash Volume Brine first cycle step of regeneration REGEN PndG is displayed X 1000 Rinse Regen Fill STbY is displayed in Alternator Systems when a valve is in Standby state men Rinse REGEN PndG RINSE FILL is displayed whenever a zero capacity tank has _ transferred to an off line state and is currently waiting to initiate the second portion Volume p g ra of a regeneration cycle Viewed only when Delayed Rinse and Fill is set to ON cli E Io SET TIME OF DAY Rae Te Raton In the event of a prolonged sal ras Press NEXT until the time of day screen is i Volume y Draw displayed power outage time of day daras SCH play lashes indicating that it needs Regen ri Press and hold A or Wuntil the SET indicator to be reset All other he EE EE corea is displayed and the hour flashes memory no matter how long the Press A or Wuntil the correct hour is power outage Please complete PM Days To displayed Time Regen the steps as shown to the right Press NEXT the minutes will flash Backwa
9. any liens or encumbrances that good title to said goods will be conveyed to CUSTOMER by sale of same SELLER warrants materials of its own manufacture against defects in material and workmanship under normal conditions of usage and service for one year from whichever of the following events occurs first e First use of the system e Three 3 months following date of shipment from Vista Materials not manufactured by seller receive only such warranty if any of the manufacturer thereof and which are hereby assigned to CUSTOMER without recourse to SELLER SELLER S obligation under this warranty is limited to and shall be fully discharged by repairing or replacing any defective part FOB its works SELLER shall not be liable for repair or alterations made without SELLER s prior written approval for membrane elements becoming plugged by suspended matter precipitates or biological growth or failure to properly maintain the element SELLER shall not be liable for damages or delays caused by defective material Elements returned to SELLER for warranty examination must be shipped freight prepaid NW SELLER S Liability SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS OR SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES NOR SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND AGAINST SELLER BE GREATER IN AMOUNT THAN THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE SPECIFIC GOODS SOLD AND CAUSING THE ALLEGED DAMAGE WHETHER SUCH CLAIM BE BASED ON CONTRACT OR TORT provided however the aforesaid to the
10. contrary notwithstanding SELLER shall not be liable for any bodily injuries or property damage directly caused by its willful wanton or negligent acts E All Other Warranties and Damages THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ESTABLISHED EXPRESS OR IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY EXCEPT THOSE SET FORTH ABOVE OR ANY PERFORMANCE WARRANTY WHICH IS ATTACHED TO THIS ORDER E Permits Ordinances and Code Compliance CUSTOMER has full responsibility for obtaining any licenses permits and inspections required with respect to installation and use of the goods herein described E Governing Law Any agreement based upon this Order and the obligations thereby imposed on SELLER and CUSTOMER shall be governed by and construed according to the laws of the State of California VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVV VV VV VV VV VV VV VV VV VV VV VV VV VV VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVYVYN VVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVVN
11. involving the drive assembly or the drive cap assembly and pistons unplug power source jack from the printed circuit board black wire and plug back in or press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds The cover button may have other names like SET HOUR CLOCK or SET CLOCK but the circuit board is labeled with SET This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash all wording then flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position A Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads Use Teflon tape on the threaded inlet outlet and drain fittings Teflon tape is not necessary on the nut connection or caps because of o ring seals A All plumbing should be done in accordance with local plumbing codes The pipe size for the drain line should be a minimum of Le Backwash flow rates in excess of 7 gom 26 5 lpm or length in excess of 20 6 1m require 9 drain line A Solder joints near the drain must be done prior to connecting the drain line flow control fitting Leave at least 6 between the drain line control fittings and solder joints when soldering pipes that are connected on the drain line control fitting Failure to do this could cause interior damage to the drain line flow control fitting A When assembling the installation fitting package inlet and outlet connect the fitting to the plumbing system first and then attach the
12. nut split ring and o ring Heat from soldering or solvent cements may damage the nut split ring or o ring Solder joints should be cool and solvent cements should be set before installing the nut split ring and o ring Avoid getting primer and solvent cement on any part of the O rings split rings bypass valve or control valve A Plug into an electrical outlet Note All electrical connections must be connected according to local codes Be certain the outlet is uninterrupted Install grounding strap on metal pipes CONTROL VALVE GENERAL FEATURES AND INFORMATION This fully automatic control valve is designed as the primary control center to direct and regulate all cycles of a downflow regeneration water softener The control valves included with this system are equipped with a motorized alternating valve to facilitate a twin alternating tank softener system for uninterrupted flow of treated water In Twin Alternating Softeners one resin tank is always in service while the other tank is in standby When the meter determines that the resin is near its capacity it will switch the tank in standby to be in service and the tank containing the exhausted resin switches into regeneration and then into standby The injector regulates the flow of brine or other regenerants The control valve regulates the flow rates for backwashing rinsing and the replenishing of treated water into a regenerant tank The control valve uses no traditional faste
13. on the valve may be purchased separately to aid in assembly or disassembly of the control valve Loosens Injector And Bypass Caps Page 32 aPPLIeD s MeMBRaNes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener CONTROL VALVE COMPONENTS DESCRIPTION The CV1 control valves consist of the following components 1 Drive Assembly 5 Drain Line Flow Control 2 Drive Cap Assembly Main Piston and Regenerant Piston 6 Installation Fitting Assemblies 3 Spacer Stack Assembly 7 Water Meter or Meter Plug 4 Injector Cap Screen Injector Plug and Injector DRIVE ASSEMBLY The drive assembly consists of the following parts e Drive Bracket e Printed Circuit PC Board e Motor e Drive Gears e Drive Gear Cover The drive bracket holds the PC board the motor the drive gears and the drive gear cover in place The PC board receives and retains information displays the information determines when to regenerate and initiates regeneration The display shows different types of information in the initial system set up for softeners or filters installer display settings diagnostics valve history or user display settings The PC board powers the motor The PC board s two prong jack connects wires to the direct current DC motor The motor is held in place on the drive bracket by a spring loaded clip and a small bulge in the plastic which fits in one of the
14. per Regen Fill Time Time Time Time minutes minutes minutes minutes W S744EMT 15 000 7 5lbs 5 0 14 500 5 0 lbs 3 3 12 850 3 8 lbs 10 000 18 000 9 0 lbs 6 0 17 400 6 0 lbs 4 0 21 750 7 5lbs 5 0 36 250 12 5 lbs 8 3 50 750 17 5 Ibs 11 6 58 000 20 0 Ibs 13 2 40 000 10 0 Ibs 6 6 87 000 30 0 Ibs 19 8 60 000 15 0 lbs 9 9 101 500 35 0 Ibs 23 1 aPPLIGCD ow Page 17 MeMBRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener CONFIGURATION SETTINGS PRE PROGRAMMED TO FACTORY DEFAULTS Step 1CS next REGEN Step 2CS Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen Backwash Draw Rinse Fill Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen Backwash Draw Rinse Fill Step 4CS Flow AM PM Days To ate Time Regen Set lt j eu PFP rithe Backwash Volume Draw X 1000 Rinse Regen al Fill BLA III NUM NV MAY Step 5CS Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen Set li gem Backwash Volume j i Draw X 1000 E l Rinse Regen IL Fill Step 6CS Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen Backwash Brine Rinse Fill Step 7CS Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen Set aly a f P Volume D o i X 1000 ri 1 Backwash Brine Rinse Regen Fill fer AV ma EXIT TO DISPLAY SCREENS Page 18 Step 1CS Press A and Y simu
15. piston and stack assemblies creating friction and drag enough to time out motor Drive bracket not snapped in properly and out enough that reduction gears and drive gear do not interface Drive bracket not snapped in properly and out enough that reduction gears and drive gear do not interface MAV motor wire not connected to the PC board MAV motor not fully engaged with reduction gears Foreign matter built up on piston and stack assemblies creating friction and drag enough to time out the motor Foreign matter is lodged in MAV Mechanical binding SOLUTION Check motor connections Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then reconnect Replace piston and stack assemblies Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then reconnect Snap drive bracket in properly Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then reconnect Snap drive bracket in properly Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then reconnect Connect MAV motor to PC board two pin connection labeled DRIVE Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds to resynchronize software with the piston position or disconnect the power supply from the PC board for 5 seconds t
16. plastic insert into the polytube Push the polytube into the nut Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads The threads for the compression nut do not need Teflon tape Tighten the nut securely to create a pressure tight connection A pliers or crescent wrench may be used to tighten or unscrew the nut The nut gripper and retainer sleeve is a 3 piece assembly that can come apart if removed from the elbow body Parts must be reassembled exactly as shown in refill flow control assembly drawing to function properly If the nut is completely removed from the body slip the nut plastic gripper and retainer sleeve on to the tube then tighten on to the fitting Install piping between Softener output and point of use The installation fittings connect to the control valve or the bypass valve using nuts that only require hand tightening Do not use a pipe wrench to tighten nuts on installation fittings The split ring design incorporated into the installation fittings allows approximately 2 degrees off axis alignment to the plumbing system The installation fittings are designed to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments but are not designed to support the weight of a system or the plumbing When assembling the installation fitting package connect the fitting to the plumbing system first and then attach the nut split ring and o ring Heat from soldering or solvent cements may damage the nut split ring or o ring Solder joints should be cool and sol
17. screen Remove the screen and clean if fouled The injector can be pried out with a small screwdriver The injector consists of a throat and a nozzle Chemically clean the injector with vinegar or sodium bisulfite The holes can be blown out with air Both pieces have small diameter holes that control the flow rates of water to insure that the proper concentration of regenerant is used Sharp objects which can score the plastic should not be used to clean the injector Scoring the injector or increasing the diameter of the hole could change the operating parameters of the injector Push the plug s and or injectors firmly in place replace the screen and hand tighten the injector cap aAPPLIB2D VR Page 37 MEeEMBRPRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener REFILL FLOW CONTROL ASSEMBLY OR REFILL PORT PLUG To clean or replace the refill flow control pull out the elbow locking clip and then pull straight up on the elbow Replace the elbow locking clip in the slot so that it is not misplaced Twist to remove the white flow control retainer The flow control can be removed by prying upward through the side slots of the retainer with a small flat blade screwdriver Chemically clean the flow control or the white flow control retainer using dilute sodium bisulfite or vinegar Do not use a wire brush If necessary replace the flow control o ring on
18. slots on the motor housing The motor turns drive gears that drive the piston to cycle positions for backwashing regeneration rinsing refill or service The motor is fully reversible turns both ways and changes direction of rotation to change the direction of piston motion The motor is easily replaced if necessary There are three drive gears held in place by the drive gear cover All three drive gears are the same size A reflective coating is applied to the gears As the center drive gear turns a light shines on the coating and a light sensing diode determines if a light pulse was returned The PC board counts the pulses and determines when to stop driving the motor DRIVE CAP ASSEMBLY MAIN PISTON REGENERANT PISTON The drive gears turn the main gear of the drive cap assembly which moves the piston The screw driven horizontally moving piston stops at specific positions to direct the flow of water to backwash regenerate rinse or refill The PC board determines the position of the piston by counting pulses produced when the piston is moved An optical sensor looking at one of the reduction drive gears generates these pulses Each cycle position is defined by a number of pulses The counter is zeroed each time the valve goes to the service position The PC board fi ds the service position by noting the increase in current delivered to the motor when the mechanical stop at the service position is reached This method of controlling piston posi
19. CV1 Body Assembly Downflow CV1 Mixing Valve Body Assembly Black Plug APPLIED Page 23 MeMB RaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener INJECTOR CAP INJECTOR SCREEN INJECTOR PLUG AND O RING No for downflow ro n a n a V3010 1A_ CV1InjectorAssemblyA Black __ 5 V3010 1C__ CV Injector Assembly C_ woe 8 V3010 1D_ CV1 Injector AssemblyD______ Red 0 2 3 14 6 S 8 V3010 1K CV1 Injector Assembly K Light Green Not V3170 O Ring 011 n a n a Shown V3171 O Ring 013 The injector plug and the injector each contain one 011 lower and 013 upper o ring For a filter that only backwashes injector plugs are located in both holes Actual tank size used may vary depending on the design and application of the system Tank diameter is an approximation for downflow softener using standard mesh synthetic cation exchange media regenerating with sodium chloride V3010 1J CV1 Injector Assembly J Light Blue MeMB RaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener REFILL FLOW CONTROL ASSEMBLY AND REFILL PORT PLUG Tt vares ot Cvi Refill Port Plug Assembly SOC SC ANA SE A eS JCP P 6 Polytubelnset __________________ T 4 JCPG 6PBLK_ Nut 5 H4613 Elb
20. ES INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener _ CO E CO E mmm s TF EU lta OD AA Treated A pot ah water out A A MOCO AQUELLA MOT uidpblt Tor 120 Metered 1 or 1 25 Metered Control Valve ALTb Control Valve ALTA Untreated water in gt 2 Install connecting piping between raw water source and input pipe on control valve The installation fittings connect to the control valve or the bypass valve using nuts that only require hand tightening Do not use a pipe wrench to tighten nuts on installation fittings The split ring design incorporated into the installation fittings allows approximately 2 degrees off axis alignment to the plumbing system The installation fittings are designed to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments but are not designed to support the weight of a system or the plumbing When assembling the installation fitting package connect the fitting to the plumbing system first and then attach the nut split ring and o ring Heat from soldering or solvent cements may damage the nut split ring or o ring Solder joints should be cool and solvent cements should be set before installing the nut split ring and o ring Avoid geiting primer and solvent cement on any part of the orings split rings bypass valve or control valve Solvent cements and primers shou
21. MBRaNes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener PISTON ROD IS BOTTOMED OUT IN HOME POSITION PISTON ROD IS BELOW 2nd STEP DOWN TO DRAIN or ui ES a rs gt H a i ES gt gt E D E d o AUER T gt H deeg a o N 0 z R y E e ex Y N pa CD po SE ao Y a E NA n 2 Es a U Ga wn S fee Baird leg E U Geh ek lt Leet SCH ina Z E Ze 5 o DU eh Bil go Dee A N 2 or et FEA or LU py eee Sg E S Es z SS lt gt CHL a lt of o VT RR TY gt A ZE lt En ES 5 SU TN We S SS A EN AAR lt 2 WI sma Yaw Er A O EOS 25 z NES E a WE SE O Gis As A 22 ww El CH e R TE mah 2d _ NES D Ste d SS SS a SS a O cow Ge INQ op a COO amp O 3 E B ES 5 O WATER Page 29 Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved APPLIED S MEeMBRaNnes INC Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener FLOW DIAGRAM BRINE REGENERANT IN E MANIFOLD ee e BS ZE DI ER REGENERANT Y j GC ISSIPHONED IN W ren Dee LAG BY a VAP REGENERANT TRAVELS Tat ut Whiten R d THROUGH MANIFOLD Mee H wy BiG de TO THE INJECTOR AA N Y EXA elt une pb Gas AS PISTON ROD IS h A MEAR E BELOW 3rd STEP DOWN Y GH P ol Wa Uy A ee A 2er ep vr Y Co 4 CC 114 SC am ll ke ka
22. Sal2PLIeDo MeMBRaNnes INC Industry Leader in RO Expertise and Membrane Applications since 1983 MANUAL FOR OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE OF TWIN ALTERNATING WATER SOFTENER for Models W S744EMT W S844EMT W S940EMT W S1054EMT W S1252EMT W S1354EMT W S1465EMT W S1665EMT PALO MeMBRaNnes NEE Systems SM Membranes amp Chemicals _ gt Filters 2325 Cousteau Ct Vista CA 92081 760 727 3711 FAX 760 727 4427 150 9001 2008 gt n e E mail e Nater ocumen 7 Internet www appliedmembranes com E mail sales appliedmembranes com Certified Company Sit Revision 09 07 2012 Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener Flow AM PM Days To VALVE OPERATION QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE Regeneration Screens ee ee Volume y gt Draw e During Regeneration The display shows the time remaining in the current cycle i 030 2 Pressing REGEN will advance to the next cycle Rae me Regen Regeneration Pending In Alternator Systems when a unit is waiting to initiate the Set Backwash first cycle step of regeneration REGEN PndG is displayed x 1000 Rinse Regen Fill STbY is displayed in Alternator Systems when a valve is in Standby state men Rinse REGEN PndG RINSE FILL is displayed whenever a zero capacity tank has _ transferred to an off line state and is currently waiting to initiate the second portion Volume p g ra of a regeneration c
23. T 0 1 CF 10 Ibs 0 2 CF 20 Ibs 0 6 CF 30 Ibs 1 2 CF 60 Ibs W S940EMT gt W S1054EMT 0 2CF 20lbs 0 4CF 40lbs 1 25 CF 63 lbs 2 5 CF 126 lbs W S1252EMT _0 3 CF 30 Ibs 0 6CF 60lbs 1 75 CF 88 lbs 3 5CF 176lbs W S1354EMT _0 3 CF 30 Ibs 0 6 CF 60 Ibs 2 0 CF 100 lbs 4 0CF 200lbs W S1465EMT _0 5 CF 50 lbs 1 0 CF 100 Ibs 3 0CF 150 lbs 6 0CF 300lbs W SI665EMT_ 05CF 50lbs 1 0 CF 100 lbs 3 5CF 175 Ibs 7 0 CF 350 Ibs Sx ff SS x PLUMBING A Note All plumbing is to be done in accordance with state and local codes A Caution Before placing wall anchors to support piping ensure that no electrical conduit or wiring is located behind the intended mounting location Note The control valve fittings and or bypass are designed to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments but are not designed to support the weight of a system or the plumbing 1 Plumb the Motorized Alternating Valve MAV accordign to the photos drawings Note Ensure that the valve labeled Alt A is connected to the A port on the MAV and the valve labeled Alt B is connected to the B port A CV1EEDM Metered Control Valves Qty 2 B V3069MM Motorized Alternating Valve C V3191 01 Vertical Adapter Fitting Kits Qty 2 D V3007 1 PVC Male NPT Elbow Fitting Kits Qty 2 E V3006 Bypass Assembly Sold Seprately Page 6 APPLIED a MeMBRa2N
24. _ e RinseLength Step6CT ___4____ ___4 O Table 4 Salt Usage and Grains Capacity Settings The softener can be set to use different amounts of salt per regeneration The higher the quantity of salt used the higher the resin s hardness removing capacity will be AMI recommends using 10 lbs cu ft setting Alternatively higher salt usage may be set in order to maximize resin capacity between regenerations or a lower salt usage settings can be used to reduce salt consumption but this will result in more frequent regeneration This data is also shown below e To find Volume Capacity for Step 2l o Find your model and desired salt setting from the below table 10 lbs cu ft recommended to find the total GRAINS capacity for your model o Divide the grains capacity by the number of grains per gallon of hardness present in the feed water Example If feed water is 10 grains per gallon hardness the W S744EMT with 10lbs cu ft salt setting has 14 500 grains capacity 14 500 10 1 450 gallon capacity e To find Brine Fill Time for Step 7CT Use number from Brine Fill Time column for your model in the appropriate salt settings column Softener Model Capacity pertank at Vanous Lbs of Salt per Regeneration Settings 9 See commended T5tcur Lage Le eegent berg Wees Salt Used Brine Grains Salt Used Brine Salt Used Brine Salt Used Brine Capacity per Regen Fill Fill Capacity per Regen Fill Capacity
25. aNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener REGENERATION CYCLE TIME SETTINGS PRE PROGRAMMED TO FACTORY DEFAULTS Step 1CT Step 2CT PM Days To Regen Flow AM Rate Time Backwash Brine Rinse Fill PM Days To Time Regen Blow AM lt j H Backwash Draw Rinse Fill Set Volume X 1000 Regen E Op EGEN Step 4CT Fow AM PM Days To Time Regen Set Volume X 1000 Backwash Draw Rinse Regen Fill E EGEN Step 5CT Flow AM PM Days To Rate Tim Regen Draw Rinse Fill NEXT N Step 6CT Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen Step 7CT PM Days To Time Regen A m gt lt Do o gt S S Mn EXIT TO DISPLAY SCREENS e APPLIED MEeEMBRaNnesSs INC Step 1CT Press NEXT and Y simultaneously for 5 seconds and release lf screen in Step 2CT does not appear the lock on the valve is activated To unlock press WV NEXT REGEN A in sequence then press Aand Y simultaneously for 5 seconds and release Step 2CT Press A or Y to select SOFTENING setting Note if FILTERING setting is accidentally selected only options 3CT amp 6CT will appear Step 3CT Adjust the length of the backwash from 1 to 95 minutes using the Aand Y buttons Recommended 8 Press NEXT to go to Step 4CT Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 4CT Adjust the leng
26. ap assembly Continue to tighten the drive cap assembly using a screwdriver as a ratchet until the black o ring on the spacer stack assembly is no longer visible through the drain port Excessive force can break the notches molded into the drive back plate Make certain that the main drive gear still turns freely The exact position of the piston is not important as long as the main drive gear turns freely Reattach the drive assembly to the control valve and connect all plugs After completing any valve maintenance involving the drive assembly or the drive cap assembly and pistons unplug power source jack from the printed circuit board black wire and plug back in or press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds The cover button may have other names like SET HOUR CLOCK or SET CLOCK but the circuit board is labeled with SET This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash all wording then flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position SPACER STACK ASSEMBLY For spacer stack identification refer to drawing in valve drawings section of this manual To access the spacer stack assembly remove the drive assembly drive cap assembly and piston The spacer stack assembly can be removed easily without tools by using thumb and forefinger Inspect the black o rings and clear lip seals for wear or damage Replace the entire stack if necessary Do not disassem
27. ation see the valve manual enclosed Initiate manual regeneration of the control valve to regenerate press REGEN button for three seconds Ensure drain line flow remains steady for 10 minutes or until clear Step through the different regeneration cycles by pressing REGEN Observe regeneration effluent and continue to regenerate until discharge is clear Steps 4 and 5 may need to be repeated as necessary Observe that brine tank is filling during brine tank refill cycle Install brine tank overflow line Attach plastic tubing to the fittings from the brine tank and run to an open drain This drain line will not be under pressure DO NOT tie into the backwash drain line This line should be higher than the normal drain line and must be a separate line from fitting to drain It is a safety overflow drain and will not be in use during normal operation Observe that valve advances through the different regeneration cycles and ends in service Step through the different regeneration cycles by pressing REGEN Fill brine tank with salt Salt may be sodium chloride NaCl or potassium chloride KCl Fill tank to only 2 3 full NOTE The brine tank holds a large quantity of salt so you will not need to refill at frequent intervals Refilling the brine tank with salt should be performed after your system is successfully installed and has been operating trouble free Brine tank should be refilled with salt at least 2 hours before the next generat
28. austing Capacity or system Is undersized Check incoming water pressure water pressure must remain at minimum of 25 psi Replace injector with correct size for the application Check drain line for restrictions or debris and clean AaAPPLIBeD MeMBRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Excessive water in regenerant Improper program setting Check refill setting tank Plugged Injector Remove injector and clean or replace Drive cap assembly not Re tighten the drive cap assembly tightened in properly Damaged seal stack assembly Replace stack seal Restricted or kinked drain line Check drain line for restrictions or debris and or un kink drain line Plugged backwash flow Remove backwash flow controller and clean or controller replace Missing refill flow controller Replace refill controller Control valve fails to draw in Injector is plugged Remove injector and clean or replace regenerant Faulty regenerant piston Replace regenerant piston Regenerant line connection leak Inspect regenerate line for air leak Drain line restriction or debris Inspect drain line and clean to correct restriction Cause excess back pressure Drain line too long or too high Shorten length and or height Low water pressure Check incoming water pressure water pressure must remain at min
29. ble the stack The spacer stack assembly may be chemically cleaned dilute sodium bisulfite or vinegar or wiped with a soft cloth The spacer stack assembly can be pushed in to the control valve body bore by hand Since the spacer stack assembly can be compressed it is easier to use a blunt object to 1 in diameter to push the center of the assembly into the control valve body The assembly is properly seated when at least four threads are exposed approximately Do not force the spacer stack assembly in The control valve body bore interior can be lubricated with silicone to allow for easy insertion of the entire stack Reattach the drive cap assembly and piston s and the drive assembly After completing any valve maintenance involving the drive assembly or the drive cap assembly and pistons unplug power source jack from the printed circuit board black wire and plug back in or press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds The cover button may have other names like SET HOUR CLOCK or SET CLOCK but the circuit board is labeled with SET This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash all wording then flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position INJECTOR CAP SCREEN INJECTOR PLUG AND INJECTOR Unscrew the injector cap and lift off Loosen cap with special plastic wrench or pliers if necessary Attached to the injector cap is a
30. connects to the four pin jack The motor plug connects to the two pin jack on the left hand side of the PC board The water meter plug gray wire connects to the three pin jack on the far right hand side of the PC board The PC board can be removed separately from the drive bracket but it is not recommended Do not attempt to remove the display panel from the PC board Handle the board by the edges To remove the PC board from the drive bracket unplug the power water meter and motor plugs from the PC board Lift the middle latch along the top of the drive bracket while pulling outward on the top of the PC board The drive bracket has two plastic pins that fi t into the holes on the lower edge of the PC board Once the PC board is tilted about 45 from the drive bracket it can be lifted off of these pins To reinstall the PC board position the lower edge of the PC board so that the holes in the PC board line up with the plastic pins Push the top of the PC board towards the valve until it snaps under the middle latch weave the power and water meter wires into the holders and reconnect the motor water meter and power plugs The drive bracket must be removed to access the drive cap assembly and pistons or the drive gear cover It is not necessary to remove the PC board from the drive bracket to remove the drive bracket To remove the drive bracket start by removing the plugs for the power source and the water meter Unweave the wires from the side holder
31. drain line flow control can be installed in the standard 3 drain line elbow which accommodates polytube or 3 4 NPT drain line connections The optional nut and polytube insert for the 3 drain line elbow is designed for use with flexible polytube only The 3 drain line elbow can be rotated 180 degrees so the outlet can be orientated to the nearest drain The same retainer is used for all drain line flow controls for the 9 fitting Drain line flow controls designed for the 9 fitting are available for flow rates ranging from 0 7 to 10 gpm 2 6 to 37 9 lpm INSTALLATION FITTING ASSEMBLIES Both elbow fittings have a unique drill out feature to allow a V4 NPT connection to the inlet and or outlet which can be used for a RO feed test ports pressure tap ports etc The installation fitting assemblies are sold in pairs and consist of two fittings two nuts two split rings and two o rings The installation fitting assemblies and the bypass valve are sold separately from the control valve Page 34 aPPLIeD b MeMBRaNesS INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener WATER METER OR METER PLUG The water meter is installed on the outlet side of the control valve The water meter uses a turbine to measure gallons of treated water The turbine rotates with the flow of water and reports its rate of rotation through Hall effect circuitry to the
32. e used to unscrew the nut if necessary DRAIN LINE FLOW CONTROL To access the drain line flow control remove the locking clip by pulling it straight out Pull fitting out and replace the locking clip so that it is not misplaced The drain line fitting is pressed in and has an o ring seal In the 9 elbow the white flow control retainer is pressed in and has an o ring seal The retainer can be removed by rotating and pulling The flow control can be removed by prying upward with a small blade flat screwdriver in one of the slots on the side The drain line flow control and retainer can be chemically cleaned in dilute sodium bisulfite or vinegar or replaced Do not use a wire brush to clean the flow control or the washer The washers are identified with three numbers which correspond to the flow rate When reinstalling make sure the identifying number and the rounded inside diameter on the washer is visible when seated in the retainer The white flow control washer retainer can also be removed and cleaned Push the retainer in firmly when reinstalling Page 38 aPPLIeD CG MEMBRaNes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Inlet pressure low Low supply pressure Correct incoming supply pressure Low flow from source Remove blockage or other restrictions Treated water flow low Media Resin bed fouled Regen
33. ect position for installation Lift the Tank Opening riser tube from the tank keeping the attached hub within the opening of the tank Within i er Fale the tank assemble the laterals onto the hub twisting each lateral into the hub to lock securely Gently lower the assembly to the bottom of the tank The top of the riser tube should be about level with the top of the tank 2 The riser tube inside the media resin tank delivers treated water to your control valve It will need to be temporarily covered with tape on the top end to prevent anything from falling down inside the tube during loading 3 Step back and look at the tank to make sure it is standing straight and not tilted The black base on the bottom of the tank should also be straightened before filling the tank If your tank is tilted simply pick up the tank 2 3 inches off the floor and drop it gently but firmly down favoring the side of the base that needs to be adjusted 4 Before loading the resin fill the tank with 2 3 feet of water or 1 3 full depending on the tank size to soften the fall of the rocks and prevent damage to the distributor To load the resin use a funnel with a 2 opening in the top of the softener tank with the riser tube still inside Make sure the riser tube is covered with tape to keep resin out 5 Scoop the resin into the funnel slowly letting it fall down inside the softener tank around the riser tube Fill the tank with the resin provid
34. ed pouring in the following order 1st will end up on the bottom of the tank last will end up at the top of the tank etc Note The tank will be approximately 1 2 2 full after loading is complete Refer to table on the next page for the proper quantities of each component l Gravel YMGRVL11618 0 5 CF 50 lbs per bag ll Resin CGS 1 CF 50 lbs per bag 6 Remove the funnel from the top of the tank and the tape from the end of the riser tube Brush any loose resin off the top opening of the tank 7 The bottom of the control valve has an opening with O rings inside Position the valve over the top of the softener tank making sure the top of the riser tube inserts inside the opening in the bottom of the valve aAPPLIB2D SC Page 5 MeEeMBRaNes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener 8 Screw the valve down into the softener tank Another person should hold the tank as the valve is being snugly tightened onto the tank Do not over tighten Tighten until snug tighten a bit more then STOP The large o ring will seal itself 9 Repeat all steps for the second resin tank RESIN QUANTITY PER MODEL Table 2 Resin Quantities Model No car CA Total Qty in Twin Softener Total Qty in Qty Per Tank Twin Softener Qty Per Tank W S744EMT 0 1 CF 10 lbs 0 2 CF 20 lbs 0 5 CF 25 lbs 1 0 CF 50 lbs W S844EM
35. eeeeeesseeseneeeeeeeeeaaas 14 Neda TOI Stoll 15 MA 15 Sutton Operation and FUNCION rescate solito sdito e eE TE EES 15 SOC eee A 15 Programming Control Valve Options and Display DetalilS cccccnnnninnnicoccccncccnnnccccccnnncnnnccnnncnnnnnnnnnrrnnnnnnnnnnn nr rrrnnnnnnnnnr rr nnmnnn nnmnnn 16 o Po 16 Twin Alternating Softener Recommended Programming Cvervlew 17 Configuration Settings Pre Programmed to Factory Defaults cccccoccooccnnnccnnncconennnnnnnnnonononnnnnnnnnononnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnninns 18 Regeneration Cycle Time Settings Pre Programmed to Factory Defaults ooccccccocnnncnccononnnnnoonannnnnnonannnnnnnnannnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnns 19 Installer Display Settings Program at Location 20 M ller 21 Control Valve Drawings and COMPONENIS ccccinicorcci ici 22 FONT OVE Ce Ive ASS e E 22 CV1 Drive Cap Assembly Downflow Piston Regenerate Piston amp Spacer Stack Assembly ooooncccncccconccncccnoccnncnonanconononnonnnnnnnnonnnns 23 Injector Cap Injector Screen Injector Plug and O Ring snn000nnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnsnnnnnnnnnsnnnnnrnnnssnnrrnrnnssnnssnnnrnrennsnnnrrrrnnnnnrrrrnnennrrrrennennnni 24 Refill Flow Control Assembly and Refill Port Plug nnnnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnsnnnnnnsnnnrnnsnnrrennnrrrnsnnrrrrennnrrrnnrrrrnnnrrenrnnnrnnnnnnrnnnnrrennnnenen 25 Water Meter Meter Plug and Mixing Valve nnnnannnnennnnennnnnnnnnrnnnnrnnnsrnnrsrnrrnrrrrsrrrrnnrrrsrrrro
36. efective Power Adapter Replace Power Adapter Defective PC Board Replace PC Board PC Board does not display Power Adapter plugged into Use uninterrupted outlet correct time of day electric outlet controlled by light switch Tripped breaker switch and or Reset breaker switch and or GFI switch tripped GFI Power outage Reset time of day If PC Board has battery backup present the battery may be depleted See Front Cover and Drive Assembly drawing for instructions Defective PC Board Replace PC Board aPPLID EN Page 39 MeMBPRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener PROBLEM Display does not indicate that water is flowing Time of day flashes on and off Control valve does not regenerate automatically when the REGEN button is depressed and held Control valve does not regenerate automatically but does when the REGEN button is depressed and held Control valve uses too much regenerant Residual regenerant being delivered to service Page 40 POSSIBLE CAUSE Bypass valve in bypass position Meter is not connected to meter connection on PC Board Restricted stalled meter turbine Meter wire not installed securely into three pin connector Defective meter Defective PC Board Power Outage Broken drive gear or drive cap assembly Broken Piston Rod Defective PC Board Bypass valve in bypass position M
37. erate Softener Valves closed Check valves and fully open Hard or untreated water is being Bypass valve is open or faulty Fully close bypass valve or replace delivered No salt in brine tank Add salt to brine tank and maintain salt level above water level Weak brine solution Salt bridged in brine tank use better quality salt Injector screen plugged Clean screen Insufficient water flowing into Check brine tank fill time and clean brine line flow brine tank control if plugged Media is exhausted due to high Check program settings or diagnostics for water usage abnormal water usage Meter not registering Remove meter and check for rotation or foreign material Water quality fluctuation Test water and adjust program values accordingly Control fails to draw in Retfer to Control fails to draw in regenerant regenerant section of trouble shooting guide Damaged seal stack assembly Replace seal stack assembly Control valve body type and Verify proper control valve body type and piston piston type mismatched type match Fouled media bed Replace media bed No Display on PC Board No Power at electrical outlet Repair outlet or use working outlet Control Valve Power Adapter Plug Power Adapter into outlet or connect power not plugged into outlet or power cord end to PC Board connection cord end not connected to PC board connection Improper Power Supply Verify power voltage is being delivered to the PC Board D
38. eter is not connected to meter connection on PC Board Restricted stalled meter turbine Incorrect programming Meter wire not installed securely into three pin connector Defective meter Defective PC Board Improper refill settings Improper program settings Control valve regenerates frequently Low water pressure Incorrect injector size Restricted drain line SOLUTION Turn bypass handles to place bypass in service position Connect meter to three pin connection labeled METER on PC Board Remove meter and check for rotation or foreign material Verify meter cable wires are installed securely into three pin connector labeled METER Replace Meter Replace PC Board Reset time of day If PC Board has battery backup present the battery may be depleted See Front Cover and Drive Assembly drawing for instructions Replace drive gear or drive cap assembly Replace Piston Rod Replace PC Board Turn bypass handles to place bypass in service position Connect meter to three pin connection labeled METER on PC Board Remove meter and check for rotation or foreign material Check for programming error Verify meter cable wires are installed securely into three pin connector labeled METER Replace meter Replace PC Board Check refill setting Check program setting to make sure they are specific to the water quality and application needs Check for leaking fixtures that may be exh
39. hen reconnec t Properly insert motor into the casing do not force casing Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds to resynchronize software with the piston position or disconnect the power supply from the PC board for 5 seconds then reconnect Replace piston stack and assemblies Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds to resynchronize software with the piston position or disconnect the power supply from the PC board for 5 seconds then reconnect Open the MAV and check piston and seal stack assembly for foreign material Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds to resynchronize software with the piston position or disconnect the power supply from the PC board for 5 seconds then reconnect Check piston and seal stack assembly check reduction gears drive gear interface and check MAV black drive pinion on motor for being jammed into motor body AaAPPLIBeD MeMBRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener Notes APPLIED e Page 43 MEeMBRaNe amp s INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved MAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA mMAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA 4 PRODUCT WARRANTY NW SELLER hereby warrants to CUSTOMER that the goods herein described will be free from
40. ht 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener DESIGN BASIS amp SPECIFICATIONS Table 1 Specifications How Rate GPM Model No 5gpm per ft per ft Per Tank W S744EMT W S844EMT W S940EMT W S1054EMT W S1252EMT W S1354EMT W S1465EMT W S1665EMT Softening Resin Only Tota 1 00 D 17 060 120 0 70 Volume of Resin Valve amp Brine Tank In Out Conn be 2 lear Total Incl Underbed PerTank Cu Ft Resin Tank Total 0 60 li 18x33 1 26 22 075 150 085 17 9x40 18x40 1 1 E 2 16 53 300 600 350 70 14x65 24x41 1 pat 65 350 7 00 400 80 16x65 24x41 Y 10x54 18x40 1 Softeners are available with USA or European style plugsand voltages The appropnate voltage code isadded to the end of the model 120V AC 60Hz with USA cord US Example W S744EMT US European 220V AC EU EU plug isremovable to convert into universal 220v cord Example W S744EMT EU 5 gpm per sq ft of media isthe best design condition for filtration For relatively clean water you may go up to design criteria of 15 gpm per sq ft Backwash flow rate based on 25 psi pressure drop DISCLAIMER The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Applied Membranes Inc shall not be liable for technical or editorial omissions made herein n
41. imum of 25 psi Water running to drain Power outage during Upon power being restored control will finish the regeneration remaining regeneration time Reset time of day Damaged seal stack assembly Replace seal sack assembly Piston assembly failure Replace piston assembly Drive cap assembly not Re tighten the drive cap assembly tightened in properly Err 1001 Error Message Motor not inserted full to Disconnect power make sure motor is fully engaged Control unable to sense motor engage pinion motor wires check for broken wires make sure two pin connector movement broken or disconnected on motor is connected to the two pin connection on the PC Board labeled MOTOR Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds to resynchronize software with piston position or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then _ reconnect PC Board not properly Properly snap PC Board into drive bracket and then Snapped into drive bracket press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds to resynchronize software with piston position or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 _ seconds and then reconnect Missing reduction gears Replace missing gears Err 1002 Error Message Foreign material is lodged Open up control valve and pull out piston assembly Control valve motor ran too in control valve and seal stack assembly for inspection Press and short and was unable to find the hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or next cycle
42. ion is performed Review control valve operations section of this manual and ensure settings are properly programmed before placing the softener in service AaAPPLIBeD S MeMBRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener SYSTEM MONITORING AND RECORD KEEPING Monitor Softener daily and record all pertinent data This data is needed to determine operating efficiency and for performing system maintenance The latter includes changing of the resin pressure drop across the softener tank and control valve Note Warranty Claims cannot be processed without adequate operating data and Softener history OPERATING CONDITIONS For optimum Softener performance observe the following e Maintain a minimum of 25 psi during backwash cycle e Water pressure should not exceed 120 psi across softener tank e Water temperature should not exceed 110 F e Maintain salt level above water level in brine tank CAUTION Hydrocarbons such as kerosene benzene gasoline etc may damage products that contain o rings or plastic components Exposure to such hydrocarbons may cause the products to leak Do not use the product s contained in this document on water supplies that contain hydrocarbons such as kerosene benzene gasoline etc OPERATING DO S AND DON TS DO e Monitor system and keep a daily log e Maintain salt above water level e Maintain p
43. l RB Oi NASA pe AN LATAS MERA e I A W T eat cl Y Geen LZ A hn Y SAA OUTLET PORT FOR E i N f A SERVICE WATER Gy Up ey CR K l f Ae f SUPPLY WATER d ESCH H INLET SUPPLY WATER AND REGENERANT WASTE WATER FROM DISTRIBUTOR ARE FLOW DIAGRAM RINSE TO DRAIN SSS PISTON ROD IS 4th STEP DOWN surrey MAZA lA IN NP iQ OLE ei S Ohi WATER Org Bi OUTLET PORT FOR SERVICE WATER SUPPLY WATER INLET CONDITIONED WATER Tb OF TANK FROM DISTRIBUTOR Page 30 aPPLIeD A MeMB RaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener FLOW DIAGRAM FILL CONDITIONED WATER TO REGENERANT TANK PISTON ROD IS BELOW 1st STEP DOWN 2 lt P EE AO VALLE TZ LS 4 a A o A 2 SH Bd ee E Kei ya OES MY 1 ERIN je gt E Geesse VG AECH SUPPLY WATER INLET KZ 1 Fort E aes ae ADN W Ti Y OUTLET PORT FOR SERVICE WATER CONDITIONED WATER SUPPLY WATER FROM DISTRIBUTOR TO TOP OF TANK APPLIED Page 31 MEeEMBRaNnNes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener CVi SERVICE SPANNER WRENCH Model No V3193 02 Although no tools are necessary to assemble or disassemble the valve the CV1 wrench shown below in various positions
44. ld be used in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Slip the nut onto the fitting first then the split ring second and the o ring last Hand tighten the nut If the fitting is leaking tightening the nut will not stop the leak Remove the nut remove the fitting and check for damage or misalignment of the o ring Do not use pipe dope or other sealant on threads Use teflon tape on threaded inlet outlet and drain fittings Teflon tape is not necessary on the nut connection or caps because of o ring seals 3 Install drain line from control valve to a free flowing drain If the drain line is a flexible polytube slide the nut onto the polytube then place the polytube insert into the end of the polytube and tighten the nut on to the 9 drain line fitting The nut is only designed for use with fexible polytube Use other nuts if attaching different materials To access the drain line flow control remove the locking SPPLIeD Page 7 MEMBRaENeES INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener Page 8 clip by pulling it straight out Pull fitting out and replace the locking clip so that it is not misplaced The drain line fitting is pressed in and has an o ring seal Install Brine Refill line between brine tank and softener refill port To complete the regenerant line connection orientate the outlet in the desired direction and push the
45. lies for damage cracked couplings broken or split pipes loose straps etc LOCATION Select a location for the Softener with adequate clearance from walls and other equipment to allow access on all sides of the tanks The unit must be located near a drain able to accommodate the backwash flow rate of your unit refer to the design basis and specifications table This is in addition to any other equipment sharing the drain Select a location for the brine tank Ensure floor beneath the brine tank is clean and level Install tubing from the brine tank and injector onto the control valve A grounded power supply of the appropriate voltage and a local disconnect switch is required Softeners are available with USA or European style plugsand voltages The appropnate voltage code isadded to the end ofthe model 120V AC 60Hz with USA cord US Example W S744EM T US European 220V AC EU EU plug is removable to convert into universal 220v cord Example W S744EM T EU A Caution The unit must not be located near any corrosive chemicals or in an area where the temperature may exceed 113 F 45 C A Warning The power supply must be properly grounded to avoid injury from electrical shock If softener shipped unloaded packaged separately outside of the tank then continue with the loading instructions If the softener was shipped loaded please skip to plumbing LOADING THE RESIN 1 Place each resin tank on a level solid surface in the corr
46. ltaneously for 5 seconds and release If screen in Step 2CS does not appear the lock on the valve is activated To unlock press Y NEXT REGEN A in sequence then press Aand Y simultaneously for 5 seconds and release Step 2CS Choose 1 0 for 1 valve Press NEXT to go to Step 3CS Press REGEN to exit Configuration Settings Note If 2 0L or 2 0 are selected an additional flow meter screen not shown will appear which does not apply to the configuration of this softener If 2 0L or 2 0 is accidentally selected press REGEN to return to step 2CS and select 1 0 Step 3CS e Volume arrow with a blank number display should be selected for twin softeners If a different display listed below is shown press the Aor Y buttons to scroll through the options until the correct display is shown When Volume gallons is selected the regeneration will occur after the specific volume has been used or on the day override if selected whichever comes first Flow AM PM Days To Flow AM PM Days To Flow AM _ PM Days To Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time R gen Rate Time Regen Rate Time Regen Rate Time Regen Set e e Backwash Set ag Backwash Sei lt a Backwash Set el d Backwast Volume aij Brine Volume lt a Brine Volume Brine Volume Brine x 1000 Rinse X 1000 Rinse X 1000 Rinse X 1000 Rinse Regen aij Fill Regen g Fill Regen g Fill Regen af Fill kengem EIA AA D An e Press NEXT to go to Step
47. nating Water Softener PROGRAMMING CONTROL VALVE OPTIONS AND DISPLAY DETAILS The control valve offers multiple procedures that allow the valve to be modified to suit the needs of the installation These procedures are e User Displays e Configuration Settings e Cycle Times Settings for Regeneration e Installer Display Settings e Diagnostics These procedures can be accessed in any order Details on each of the procedures are provided below and on the following pages At the discretion of the installer the end user can access all settings To lock out access to programming settings press the following key sequence LA ree re Y When locked the valve can be unlocked by pressing the same key sequence USER DISPLAYS When in normal operation one of five displays may be shown Pressing NEXT will alternate between the displays Flow M PM Days To Raw Time Regen User Screen 1 vou 7 mpm pee Typical user display Sra E HK Rinse Shows volume remaining in gallons until next regeneration Regen Fill REGEN PM Days To Time Regen Backwash d Rinse User Screen 2 da Displays number of days to next regeneration PM Days To Time Regen Backwash Draw ee User Screen 3 NEXT Displays flow rate in gallons per minute Zu AM PM Days To Time Regen set oe VS diJa Rinse User Screen 4 egen Fill AAA AAA Displays total flow in gallons since last reset NEXT REGEN Press and hold Y for 3 sec
48. ners e g screws instead clips threaded caps and nuts and snap type latches are used Caps and nuts only need to be firmly hand tightened because radial seals are used Tools required to service the valve include one small blade screw driver one large blade screw driver pliers and a pair of hands A plastic wrench is available which eliminates the need for screwdrivers and pliers Disassembly for servicing takes much less time than com parable products currently on the market Control valve installation is made easy because the distributor tube can be cut L above to Le below the top of tank thread The distributor tube is held in place by an o ring seal and the control valve also has a bayonet lock feature for upper distributor baskets The AC adapter comes with a 15 foot power cord and is designed for use with the control valve The AC adapter is for dry location use only The control valve maintains timekeeping for up to 8 hours if the power goes out and the battery is not depleted After 8 hours the only item that needs to be reset is the time of day valve status and programming are permanently stored in the nonvolatile memory If a power loss lasts less than 8 hours and the time flashes on and off the time of day should be reset and the non rechargeable battery should be replaced Page 14 AaAPPLIBeD 7 MeMBRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water
49. nes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener from the drive back plate The drive gear cover can be removed from the drive bracket without removing the motor or the PC board The drive gear cover is held in place on the drive bracket by three clips The largest of the three clips is always orientated to the bottom of the drive bracket With the PC board facing up push in and down on the large clip on the drive gear cover Handle the cover and the gears carefully so that the gears do not fall off the pegs in the cover Replace broken or damaged drive gears Do not lubricate any of the gears Avoid getting any foreign matter on the reflective coating because dirt or oils may interfere with pulse counting The drive gear cover only fits on one way with the large clip orientated towards the bottom If all three clips are outside of the gear shroud on the drive bracket the drive gear cover slips easily into place The drive bracket does not need to be removed from the drive plate if the motor needs to be removed To remove the motor disconnect the power and motor plugs from the jacks on the PC board Move the spring clip loop to the right and hold Rotate the motor at least a 1 4 turn in either direction so the wires are vertical up amp down before gently pulling on the wire connectors to remove the motor Pulling directly on the wires without rotating the motor may break the wires off the motor
50. nstalled in an easy to access refill elbow located on top of the control valve The refill flow control assembly is attached to the control valve with a locking clip The locking clip allows the elbow to rotate 270 degrees so the outlet can be orientated towards the regenerant tank The control valve has a standard refill elbow to which a flexible tube can be connected An optional elbow can be ordered which accommodates a 1 2 flexible tube for a high regenerant draw rate situation G injectors and larger Both elbows use the same refill flow control and retainer DRAIN LINE FLOW CONTROL AND FITTING ASSEMBLY The drain line flow control assembly includes a drain line flow control and a fitting The drain line flow control allows proper media bed expansion by regulating the flow rate to the drain The drain line flow control is a flexible washer like part with an orifice and a precision molded contour The flow rates are within 10 over the pressure range of 20 psi to 125 psi 1 4 bar to 8 6 bar See table for flow rate information Model No Backwash How Rate Drain Line Drain Line How Number on Drain Gallons per minute Liters per minute Fitting Contol Order No Line How Contol W S744EMT 3 4 9 YY V3162 013 W S844EMT 28 V3162 017 W S940EMT A 2 8 3 Y V3162 022 weier 27 jo ateos 097 The drain line flow control and fitting are located on top of the control valve and replaceable without the use of special tools The
51. onds to reset to 0 Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen Set Backwash Volume n Draw X 1000 Rinse Regen Fin User Screen 5 a Pa Shows current time Page 16 aPPLIPD A MeMBRaNes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener TWIN ALTERNATING SOFTENER RECOMMENDED PROGRAMMING OVERVIEW Prior to starting the programming step connect the interconnect cable to each control valve board s three pin connector labeled INTERECONNECT Also connect the meter cord to the three pin connector labeled METER on Alt A valve only Table 3 Valve Programming Steps for Recommended Default Program Valve Programming Section See following pages ALT A Valve Setting ALT B Valve Setting Configuration Settings e ValveSize Step2cS 0 OS lt Volume no in display e Regeneration Timing 1 Step4CS ono ono e Rinse Refill Delay Option Step6CS oFF o O Pressure Differential Option Step7CS OFF __orf U UO Installer Setup e Softening Capacity Between Enter Volume Capacity Regeneration See Table 4 Enter Volume Capacity Same as Valve A Set Day Override to oFF Set Day Override to oFF Regeneration Cycle Times Settings Backwash Length Step3CT B Is Regenerant Draw Length Step4CT 6 Ir om e Second Backwash Length Step5CT BE __8a_
52. or for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing performance or use of this material READ THIS MANUAL Prior to operating or servicing this unit this manual must be read and understood If anything is not clear call for assistance before proceeding Keep this and other associated manuals for future reference and for new operators or qualified service personnel A USE PROPER POWER CONNECTIONS Use proper wiring and connection methods to satisfy local electrical codes SHOCK HAZARD Connect this unit to a properly grounded connection in accordance with the National Electrical Code DO NOT under any circumstances remove the ground wire or ground prong from any power plug Do not use extension cords or an adapter without proper consideration Page 4 A SERVICE WARNING To prevent electrical shock disconnect power to the system prior to servicing A WARNING Do not make any alteration or modification in the wiring or plumbing of the system This can result in damage to the system and cause injury to operators or users A WARNING Flush the system for at least 30 minutes before use to remove all chemicals present CAUTION Never let the softener freeze Freezing can damage the resin tank AaAPPLIBeD S MeMBRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener INSTALLATION Unpack Softener Inspect assemb
53. ow Cap mb 6 V3163 O Ringot9 CV1 RFC Retainer Asy 0 5 gpm 8 Va TO RFC DO V3330 01 CV1 Brine Elbow Asy with RFC Not CV1 Brine Elbow Asy with RFC Y Shown Elbow 1 2 with Nut and insert lt Proper RFC orientation directs refill water flow towards the washer face with rounded edge and text aPPLED Page 25 MEMBRaNeS INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Sal2PLIeDo MeMBRaNnes INC Industry Leader in RO Expertise and Membrane Applications since 1983 WATER METER METER PLUG AND MIXING VALVE Qty Per Valve V3151 CV1 Nut 1 QC E V3003 CV1 Meter Assembly 2 3 3118 01 CVI Turbine Assembly 5 V3003 0t CV1 Meter Plug Assembly 1 6 V8013 Mixingvalve________________________ Optional Order number V3003 includes V3118 01 CV Turbine Assembly and V3105 O Ring Al O e y p AS A This Water Meter should not be used as the primary monitoring device for critical or health effect applications PALO MEMBRANES NES Systems M Membranes amp Chemicals 212 2100 Filters 2325 Cousteau Ct Vista CA 92081 760 727 3711 FAX 760 727 4427 150 9001 2008 gt n e E mail e Nater ocumen 7 Internet www appliedmembranes com E mail sales appliedmembranes com Certified Company Sit Revision 09 07 2012 Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener DRAIN
54. position and stalled disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds _and then reconnect Mechanical binding Check piston and seal stack assembly check reduction gears check drive bracket and main drive gear interface Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then reconnect Main drive gear too tight Loosen main drive gear Press and hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds then reconnect Improper voltage being Verify that proper voltage is being supplied Press and delivered to PC Board hold NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then reconnect SPPLIeD ow Page 41 MeMBRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener PROBLEM Err 1003 Error Message Control valve motor ran too long and was unable to find the next cycle position Err 1004 Error Message Control valve motor ran too long and timed out trying to reach home position Err 1006 Error Message MAV Motorized Alternating Valve motor ran too long and unable to find the proper park position Err 1107 Error Message MAV motor ran too short stalled while looking for proper park position Page 42 POSSIBLE CAUSE Motor failure during a regeneration Foreign matter built up on
55. rom tank choose one of the recommended methods below a Vacuum Removal Vacuum all material out of tank and then wash inside with clean water b Manual Removal Place a canvas on floor to catch filter and other materials dumped from tank Lay tank on its side and tip it up to dump softener and other materials out of tank Slowly rotate tank as it is being dumped When all material is out of tank wash it with clean water Note Dispose of resin by local procedures or laws 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Page 12 Place tarp or other floor covering where mineral tank is to be loaded place tank in the middle of tarp Inspect distributor tube for cracks or damage Inspect basket on end of tube for crushed or broken pieces Inspect top collector for cracks or damage Clean threads in top of mineral tank Use glycerin to lubricate threads Reinstall distributor tube in mineral tank Replace resin as per resin loading instructions Perform start up procedure aPPLIen 7 MeMBRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener CONTROL VALVE OPERATION amp SERVICE CV1CONTROL VALVES WITH METERED REGENERATION CONTROL VALVE SPECIFICATIONS e Minimum Maximum Operating Pressures 20 psi 138 kPa 1 4 bar to 125 psi 862 kPa 8 6 bar e Minimum Maximum Operating Temperatures 40 F 4 C to 110 F 43 C A No user serviceable parts are on
56. roper water pressure for backwashing DON T e Permit oils or fats in feed water e Shut down system for extended periods e Exceed operating pressures or temperatures e Backwash filter with insufficient water flow SPPLIeD ow Page 11 MeEMBRa2NES INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener MAINTENANCE REMOVAL amp REPLACEMENT OF MEDIA RESIN Tools Needed Se Ss O A A 11 Wrench to removing piping e Buckets for materials Screwdriver wide blade e Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner or Tarp Tarp e Food Grade Glycerin Turn off water to softener Relieve pressure in tank by either opening a downstream valve or cycling the control valve into the back wash position If a by pass valve is installed place it in the by pass position Disconnect drain line Turn off electrical source and disconnect control valve Remove any wiring connected to control valve Loosen plumbing from control valve Carefully move Softener forward until it clears plumbing Move Softener to an area where access is available to all sides be sure to be careful of all nearby plumbing Carefully loosen control valve on softener tank top Slowly unscrew valve being careful not to damage threads in top of tank When valve is loose from top of tank slowly twist it back and forth to remove it from top of distributor tube inside tank To remove softener resin f
57. rrrrntrtronntttotrttrnantronrtrotrtnntntnnnntnnnnnen anneer reenn 26 Helle 27 CV1 with 1 050 Distributor Tube Opening ldentification 00000nnnnnn000annnnnnnnennnnnnennrnnnnnrnnnsrnnrrrrnnnnrrrrrrrrrnnsrnnrrrrensrnnrrrrennrnnnrrrrnnsnnnneeeee 28 YS TAAL OWT FUNG AS A E oo ieni erigia idani 28 Flow DIAGN A e Eo Ann A EE TEN 29 UW Digadam Back Was Misato lactato oli ota orcas 29 FOW Diagrami A o a 30 FOW RI ele un nn A 30 FOWD Leien UE EN GVI VICO Spanner VYING E 32 Control Valve Components Descrip EE 33 Drive ASSIM EE 33 Drive Cap Assembly Main Piston Regenerant Pision 33 le Eege E 33 Injector Gap Screen Injector Plug and Bn E e E 34 Refill Flow Control Assembly sejescanostoricdinn init iia inicias 34 Drain Line Flow Control and Fitting Assembly cee ccccccccccseeseeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesseaaeseseeeeeeeseaeaeeeeeeessssuaaeeeeeeesssaaaneeeeeees 34 Installation lune BE el 34 Water Ue era Moler IO ar eee em en ane ee een ee ee 35 Control Valve RTE de TE 35 A nn en AA 35 Drive Cap Assembly Main Piston and Regenerant Pieton 36 e EE 37 Injector Cap Screen Injector Plug and Injector oocccccccccoccconccnnnncnononnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nn nnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnanenoss 37 Refill Flow Control Assembly or Refill Port Plug 38 A 38 Pan A ru re EE 38 TPOUDICS NO OUING psan ai nia 39 Product EU A E 44 APPLIBD EN Page 3 MEeMB PRaNnes INC Copyrig
58. s Two tabs on the top of the drive back plate hold the drive bracket in place Simultaneously lift the two tabs and gently ease the top of the drive bracket forward The lower edge of the drive bracket has two notches that rest on the drive back plate Lift up and outward on the drive bracket to disengage the notches To reassemble seat the bottom of the drive bracket so the notches are engaged at the bottom of the drive back plate Push the top of the drive bracket toward the two latches The drive bracket may have to be lifted slightly to let the threaded piston rod pass through the hole in the drive bracket Maintain a slight engaging force on top of the drive bracket while deflecting the bracket slightly to the left by pressing on the side of the upper right corner This helps the drive gears mesh with the drive cap assembly The drive bracket is properly seated when it snaps under the latches on the drive back plate If resistance is felt before latching then notches are not fully engaged the piston rod is not in hole the wires are jammed between the drive bracket and drive back plate or the gear is not engaging the drive cap assembly To inspect the drive gears the drive gear cover needs to be removed Before trying to remove the gear cover the drive bracket must be removed from the drive back plate Refer to the instructions above regarding removing the drive bracket aPPLIBD EN Page 35 MEeEMBRPRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membra
59. sh Draw De day will e e De Rinse Press A or Wuntil the correct minute is set when a power outage lasts Fill dispvlaved more than 8 hours or when 7 pay daylight savings time begins or REGEN Press NEXT to return to the display screen ends BUTTON OPERATION AND FUNCTION Scrolls to the Next Display REGEN e Press once and release to schedule a regeneration at the preset delayed regeneration time Press and release again to cancel the regeneration e Press and Hold for 3 seconds to initiate an immediate regeneration e While Regeneration is in Process Press to advance to the next cycle e While in Programming Screens Press to go backwards to the previous screen ATV Changes variable being displayed A next recen V Key sequence to lock and unlock program settings Press and Hold for 3 seconds to initiate a control reset The software version is displayed and the piston returns to the home service position resynchronizing the valve ERROR MESSAGE E If the word ERROR and a number are alternately flashing on the display check the rror trouble shooting section of this manual to identify the error Clear error by disconnecting the power supply at the PC board and reconnecting or press the NEXT and REGEN F n J buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds aPPLED GN Page 15 MEMBRaNes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alter
60. ston s The drive cap assembly is threaded into the control valve body and seals with an o ring To remove the drive cap assembly use the special plastic wrench or insert a 4 to 2 flat blade screwdriver into one of the slots around the top 2 of the drive cap assembly so it engages the notches molded into the drive back plate around the top 2 of the piston cavity See Figure 5 The notches are visible through the holes Lever the screwdriver so the drive cap assembly turns counter clockwise Once loosened unscrew the drive cap assembly by hand and pull straight out mt Figure 5 Page 36 aPPLIPD A MeMBRSaNeS INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener The regenerant piston the small diameter one behind the main piston is removed from the main piston by pressing sideways and unsnapping it from its latch Chemically clean in dilute sodium bisulfite or vinegar or replace the regenerant piston if needed To remove the main piston fully extend the piston rod and then unsnap the main piston from its latch by pressing on the side with the number Chemically clean in dilute sodium bisulfite or vinegar or replace the main piston Reattach the main piston to the drive cap assembly Reattach the regenerant piston if needed to the main piston Reinsert the drive cap assembly and piston into the spacer stack assembly and hand tighten the drive c
61. table 4 Press NEXT to go to Step 31 Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 3 Press A or Y to adjust the days override setting from 1 28 or OFF Press NEXT to go to Step 41 Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 41 Regeneration time Display should read on 0 If a time is displayed return to configuration step 4CS to change to on 0 Press NEXT to go to step 5l Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 5l Press A or Y to adjust the regeneration minutes Press NEXT to exit Installer Display Settings Press REGEN to return to previous step AaAPPLIBeD MeMBRaNES INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved DIAGNOSTICS Step 1D Set Volume Regen Flow AM PM Days To Rate Time Regen EXIT TO DISPLAY SCREENS APPLIED MEeEMBRaNnesSs INC Set Volume X 1000 Regen lt a Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener Step 1D Press A and Y simultaneously for 5 seconds and release Then press A and Y simultaneously for 3 seconds and release If screen in Step 2D does not appear the lock on the valve is activated To unlock press Y NEXT REGEN A in sequence then press Aand Y simultaneously for 5 seconds and release Step 2D Display shows the number of days since a regeneration last occurred Press NEXT to go to next step Press REGEN to exit Diagnostics Step 3D Display shows the volume of
62. th of the regenerant draw from 1 to 180 minutes using the Aand Y buttons Recommended 60 Press NEXT to go to Step 5CT Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 5CT Adjust the length of the second backwash from 1 to 95 minutes using the Aand Y buttons Recommended 8 Press NEXT to go to Step 6CT Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 6CT Adjust the length of the rinse from 1 to 95 minutes using the Aand Y buttons Recommended 4 Press NEXT to go to Step 4CT Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 7CT Adjust the length of the regenerant refill from 0 1 99 0 minutes using the Aand Y buttons See table 4 Press NEXT to go to exit Regeneration Cycle Times Press REGEN to return to previous step Page 19 Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener INSTALLER DISPLAY SETTINGS PROGRAM AT LOCATION Step 11 NEXT Flow AM Rate Step 2I PM Days To Time Regen m eg Set Backwash Volume Draw X 1000 Rinse Regen i Fill NEXT Step 31 PM Days To Flow AM Rate Time Regen AM PM Days To Time Regen ale us Backwash Rinse Y Fill AAA NEXT REGEN Step 51 AM PM Days To Time Regen Regen EXIT TO DISPLAY Page 20 Step 1 To enter Installer Display press NEXT and A simultaneously for 5 seconds and release Step 2l Press A or Y to enter the volumetric capacity in gallons See
63. the PC board the motor or the power adapter The means of disconnection from the main power supply is by unplugging the power adapter from the wall AC Adapter US International Supply Voltage 120VAC 230 V AC Supply Frequency Output Voltage 12 V AC 12 V AC Output Current 500 Ma 500 Ma aAPPLID Page 13 MEMBRaNe amp S INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener GENERAL WARNINGS A The control valve fittings and or bypass are designed to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments but are not designed to support the weight of a system or the plumbing A Do not use Vaseline oils other hydrocarbon lubricants or spray silicone anywhere A silicone lubricant may be used on black o rings but is not necessary A The nuts and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand or with the special plastic wrench If necessary pliers can be used to unscrew the nut or cap Do not use a pipe wrench to tighten or loosen nuts or caps Do not place a screwdriver in the slots on caps and or tap with a hammer A The nuts and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand or with the special plastic wrench If necessary a pliers can be used to unscrew the nut or cap Do not use a pipe wrench to tighten or loosen nuts or caps Do not place a screwdriver in the slots on caps and or tap with a hammer A After completing any valve maintenance
64. the flow control retainer or the o ring on the elbow Reseat the flow control so the rounded end is visible in the flow control Reseat the white flow control retainer by pushing the retainer into the elbow until the o ring seats Remove locking clip push down on elbow to reseat and insert locking clip Do not use Vaseline oils or other unacceptable lubricants on o rings A silicone lubricant may be used on the o ring on the elbow or the white retainer WATER METER The water meter assembly is connected to the PC board by a wire If the entire water meter assembly is to be replaced remove the control valve cover and disconnect the power source and water meter plugs from the PC board Unlatch the drive assembly and lean it forward Unthread the water meter wire from the side of the drive assembly and through the drive back plate To reinstall rethread the water meter wire through the drive back plate and the side of the drive assembly Reattach the drive assembly and the water meter and power plugs This Water Meter should not be used as the primary monitoring device for critical or health effect applications A Operating Pressures 20 psi minimum 12 psi maximum Operating Temperatures 40 F Minimum 110 F Maximum The water meter wire does not need to be removed from the PC board if the water meter is only being inspected and cleaned To remove the water meter assembly unscrew the meter cap on the left side of the control valve Pliers may b
65. tion allows for greater flexibility and requires no switches or cams U S Patent 6444127 The valve included on your water softener includes a 1 25 diameter downflow piston A regenerant piston is attached to the main piston SPACER STACK ASSEMBLY The spacer stack assembly provides the necessary flow passage for water during the different cycles The all plastic spacer stack assembly U S Patent 6402944 is a one piece design which allows the stack to be removed using your fingers The exterior of the stack is sealed against the body bore with self lubricating EPDM o rings while the interior surface is sealed against the piston using slippery self cleaning directional one way silicone lip seals The lip seals are clear in color and have a special slippery coating so that the piston does not need to be lubricated aPPLIBD EN Page 33 MEeEMBRPRaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener INJECTOR CAP SCREEN INJECTOR PLUG AND INJECTOR The screen injector and or injector plug s are installed under the injector cap in an easy to access location on top of the valve The injector cap contains four slots so no water accumulates in the cap The injector cap is designed to be hand tightened Under the injector cap there is an easy to clean removable screen to prevent fouling of the injector There are two holes under the injector cap labeled DN
66. vent cements should be set before installing the nut split ring and o ring Avoid getting primer and solvent cement on any part of the orings split rings bypass valve or control valve Solvent cements and primers should be used in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Slip the nut onto the fitting first then the split ring second and the o ring last Hand tighten the nut If the fitting is leaking tightening the nut will not stop the leak Remove the nut remove the fitting and check for damage or misalignment of the o ring Do not use pipe dope or other sealant on threads Use teflon tape on threaded inlet outlet and drain fittings Teflon tape is not necessary on the nut connection or caps because of o ring seals Connect MAV Cables to valve head Alt A On the backside of the valve remove the strain reief cover with a screwdriver Remove the cover of the valve by pulling out on the release tabs located on each side of the cover Feed the MAV motor cable and interconnect cable through the hole in the back of the valve Connect the MAV motor cable to the two pin connector labeled DRIVE on the PC Board Connect the interconnect cable to the three pin connector labelled INTERCONNECT CABLE on the PC Board After connecting the cables weave the wires through the strain releif on the backside of the valve and replace the strain relief cover and screw Replace the valve cover AaAPPLIBeD 7 MeMBRaNnes INC
67. water treated in gallons since the last regeneration Press NEXT to go to next step Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 4D Display shows the days in service since start up Press NEXT to go to next step Press REGEN to return to previous step Step 5D Display shows the total number of regeneration cycles since start up Press NEXT to exit Diagnostics Press REGEN to return to previous step Page 21 Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener CONTROL VALVE DRAWINGS AND COMPONENTS FRONT COVER amp DRIVE ASSEMBLY oo y V37i5EE01 CVIEE FrontCoverAssembly II po 2 y V310701 LN Motor Assembly il a vVv3w60t CV1 Drive Bracket amp Spring Clip II V3408EE 03BOARD V3110 V3109 V3186 01 V3178 When replacing the battery align positives and push down to fully seat A i SC Battery replacement is g 3 volt lithium coin cell Orienta D type 2032 tion A Battery Fully Seated Page 22 aPPLIPD MeMB RaNnes INC Copyright 2012 Applied Membranes Inc All Rights Reserved Installation and Service Manual Twin Alternating Water Softener CV1 DRIVE CAP ASSEMBLY DOWNFLOW PISTON REGENERATE PISTON amp SPACER STACK ASSEMBLY 900 CVI Spacer Stack Assembly TI 2 V3004 Drive Cap Assembly _______ 4 Vat7a CViDriveBackPlate_____________ T 4 Vo CViPistonDownflow Assembly _______
68. ycle Viewed only when Delayed Rinse and Fill is set to ON cli E Io Set Time of Da SS AM vs CM ee In the event of a prolonged AY E os O Press NEXT until the time of day screen is power outage time of day Vie 4 2 Draw displayed je f X 1000 Rinse flashes indicating that it needs Regen paar A Press and hold A or Wuntil the SET indicator to be reset All other is displayed and the hour flashes information will be stored in next A V REGEN memory no matter how long the Press A or Wuntil the correct hour is power outage Please complete Flow AM PM Days To displayed e Rate Time Regen the steps as shown to the right Press NEXT the minutes will flash Backwash Draw Time of day will only need to be Rinse Press A or V until the correct minute is set when a power outage lasts Fill displayed more than 8 hours or when daylight savings time begins or NEXT LALLY REGEN Press NEXT to return to the display screen ends Button Operation and Function Scrolls to the Next Display REGEN e Press once and release to schedule a regeneration at the preset delayed regeneration time Press and release again to cancel the regeneration e Press and Hold for 3 seconds to initiate an immediate regeneration e While Regeneration is in Process Press to advance to the next cycle e While in Programming Screens Press to go backwards to the previous screen ATV Changes variable being displayed A next recen V

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