X-Factor Water Softener Manual
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1. 1340 MANHEIM PIKE e LANCASTER PA 17601 3196 e TEL 717 397 3521 e FAX 717 392 0266 www lancasterwatertreatment com e E mail infoQlancasterpump com 12 152. LANCASTER WATER JREAIMIENI FACTOR y AN SOFTENER INSTALLATION OPERATING AND SERVICE MANUAL ELECTRONIC WATER SOFTENER WITH THE X FACTOR CONTROL VALVE PROGRAMMED FOR PRE FILL BRINING OPTION 7 LXC S0 1 LXC 75 7 LXC 100 1 LX 75 7 LX 100 7 LX 150 7 LX 200 7 LX 300 LILO Congratulations on purchasing your new Lancaster Water Softener This unit is designed to give you many years of trouble free service When installed in accordance with the following instructions and if given reasonable care clear soft water will be the result For servicing and future inspection purposes please file this booklet with your important documents In the event that you need assistance for servicing your water softener please first contact the professional contractor who installed the system TABLE OF CONTENTS Job Specifications A A AN W e FA AP FAN A A RO W RA W A EP A EP A A PPN Pre Installation Review ateste e ii at pak ta feat n al kt tp ent a a n t pk ak pr n a re e a pd ie pt General Installation and Service Warnings cccccccseeceececeeecececeecaueceueeseeceecaeesaueesaeeseeesaeesaas Bypass Valve Oe AU ONI et miks atake no nies an at ton a a in e at tl ko e ka E ek eee e e n A NASYON NON ASE HONS Diagrams w l ane apa n bo li e ak iv pt pen e pi dj te n e e pa ko e pk n piy Placing SONCHET NMO SENYE Orevwa a cha e tk a tf a ei a el a e ee eee De al are e pe pito General Operation sersa way fot k a rp tn et pk
3. MINIMUM 10 FEET BETWEEN TO WATER SOFTENER OUTLET OUTSIDE AND TAP WATER HEATER INLET p e T Lo COLD ty LI F ag LOCATE WATER SOFTENER CLOSE TO A DRAIN BYPASS PLUMBING AVOID OVERHEAD DRAIN LINES IF POSSIBLE TO J mak D t PREVENT BACK PRESSURE ON BRINE INJECTOR HOT a EI IF OVERHEAD DRAIN LINE IS USED AND EXCEEDS ENGT UED 5 FEET ABOVE CONNECTION ON CONTROL VALVE l OR m A SIX FOOT LENGTH OF 3 8 O D IF DRAIN LINE EXCEEDS 20 FEET IN LENGTH DRAIN LINE PIPE SIZE SHOULD BE MINIMUM 3 4 BRINE LINE POLYTUBE SUPPLIED WITH BRINE TANK H DRAIN LINE R AIR GAP LOCATE WATER SOFTENER ADAPTER AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO BRINE TANK PC WATER HEATER TO 9 DRAIN CITY WATER INSTALLATION U7 WATER METER FROM a WATER MAIN q K an po oo pen mn BRINE TANK WATER SOFTENER OVERFLOW GRAVITY DRAIN ONLY USED IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION IN THE BRINE SHUTOFF DO NOT CONNECT TO CONTROL VALVE DRAIN LINE IF UNIT IS INSTALLED WHERE OVERFLOW COULD CAUSE WATER DAMAGE CONNECT TUBING AND RUN TO FLOOR DRAIN DO NOT RUN TUBING ABOVE OVERFLOW HEIGHT MINIMUM 10 FEET BETWEEN TO WATER SOFTENER OUTLET OUTSIDE AND TAP WATER HEATER INLET Nn e Lo COLD r TI TA a LOCATE WATER SOFTENER CLOSE TO A DRAIN BYPASS PLUMBING AVOID OVERHEAD DRAIN LINES IF POSSIBLE TO J baa bik PREVENT BACK PRESSURE ON BRINE INJECTOR nan L ie Aiea IF OVERHEAD DRAIN LINE IS USED AND EXCEEDS S NOTUSED 5 FEET ABOVE CONN
4. F DO NOT install any water softener with less than 10 feet of piping between its outlet and the inlet of a water heater AMBIENT TEMPERATURE DO NOT locate softener where it or its connections including the drain and overflow lines will ever be subject to room temperatures under 33 F ELECTRICITY An uninterrupted 120 volt 60Hz source is required Make sure electrical source is not on a timer or switch All electrical connections must be connected according to local codes The plug in transformer is for dry locations only Surge protection is recommended with all electrical connections DRAIN All plumbing should be done in accordance with local plumbing codes The distance between the drain and the water softener should be as short as possible The pipe size for the drain line should be a minimum of 1 2 inside diameter of pipe SOFTENING It is recommended that the softener be installed to soften both the hot and cold water supply A separate hard water faucet may be plumbed for drinking purposes if desired Outside faucets should be left on hard water BYPASS A bypass valve optional accessory should be installed so that water will be available if it should be necessary to shut off the pressure in order to service the softener GENERAL INSTALLATION AND SERVICE WARNINGS The control valve fitting and or bypass are designed to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments but are not designed to support the weight of a syst
5. PAGE 18 BYPASS VALVE Order No BP2000 6 vata BypassHandie 2 e varse oring o vas omg an Refer to page 4 for detailed operation and service instructions SERVICE SPANNER WRENCH Order No V3193 Although no tools are necessary to assemble or disassemble the valve the wrench shown in various positions on the valve may be purchased to aid in assembly or disassembly Loosens Injector And Bypass Caps PAGE 19 OPTIONAL INSTALLATION FITTING ASSEMBLIES Order No V3007 01 Order No V3007 02 Order No V3007 03 Description Fitting 74 amp 1 PVC Solvent 90 Description Fitting 1 Brass Sweat Description Fitting 4 Brass Sweat Assembly Assembly Assembly A V3151 Nut 1 Quick 2 Connect Drawing Order Drawing Order er V3151 Nut 1 Quick Connect 3151 Nut 1 Quick Connect 2 2 an 4 V3488 01 Fitting Brass 2 Sweat Do not install in California Fitting 4 amp 1 PVC Fitting 1 Brass Sweat Do not install in California Order No V3007 04 Order No V3007 05 o Order No VEOOT AT Description Fitting 1 Plastic Male NPT Description Fitting 1 14 Plastic Male NPT Description Fitting 174 amp 12 PVC Solvent Assembly Assembly Assembly Drawing Order Description Quantity Drawing Order or z Fitting 1 Plastic Male Fitting 1 4 Plastic V3352 Fitting 174 amp 172 PVC a Order No V3007 09 Order No V3
6. delayed immediate e Check programming setting and reset to DELAYED for a delayed regen time a Reset time of day If PC Board has battery back up present the battery a Power outage 5 Time of day flashes on and off may be depleted See Front Cover and Drive Assembly drawing for instructions a Broken drive gear or drive cap assembly a Replace drive gear or drive cap assembly 6 Control valve does not regenerate automatically when the REGEN button is depressed b Broken Piston Rod b Replace piston rod c Defective PC Board c Replace PC Board a Bypass valve in bypass position a Turn bypass handles to place bypass in service position b Meter is not connected to meter b Connect meter to three pin connection connection on PC Board labeled METER on PC Board c Restricted stalled meter turbine c Remove meter and check for rotation or 7 Control valve does not regenerate foreign material automatically but does when the REGEN button is depressed and held d Incorrect programming d Check for programming error e Meter wire not installed securely into three e Verify meter cable wires are installed pin connector securely into three pin connector labeled METER f Defective meter f Replace meter g Defective PC Board g Replace PC Board PAGE 25 Possible Cause _ Solution n a Bypass valve is open or faulty a Fully close bypass valve or replace b Media is exhausted due to high water
7. 21 8 61 2 63 0 64 2 27 9 29 7 30 9 40 50 60 High 20 3 21 8 23 0 63 1 64 8 66 1 30 3 32 0 33 3 Inlet Pressure WATER USAGE Low 97 9 95 5 98 4 Efficiency at 10 GRAINS Medium 98 4 96 7 98 9 per GALLON and 40 PSI High 98 8 97 4 99 1 Inlet Pressure Factory Setting Gallons to Drain Backwash Min x DLFC Gal Min Fast Rinse Min x DLFC Gal Min Regenerant Draw DN Min x Slow Rinse Gal Min LBS NaCl x 1 Gal 3 LBS NaCl Note Slow Rinse Gal Min is obtained from injector charts for each color injector at various pressures Gallons Treated 2 Water Usage Efficiency ox 100 Gallons Treated Gallons to Drain PAGE 13 SOFTENER ASSEMBLY LXCV1 detailed components shown in this manual BRINE TANK ASSEMBLY Description L56 50A 24 X 50 G2162 24x50 Brine Tank with Cover for Model 7 LX 300 41 Brine Tank Assy H1031 4x28 Slotted Brine Well for Model 7 LX 75 100 150 200 H1042 4x46 Slotted Brine Well for Model 7 LX 300 H7016 4 inch Brine Well Cap for Model 7 LX 75 100 150 200 Top Cap Only for Model 7 LX 300 3 8 Brine Valve Assembly 4 4740 using 1 2 x24 long air check assy for Model 7 LX 75 100 150 200 using 1 2 x43 long air check assy for Model 7 LX 300 1 2 3 5 H1018 Two Piece Overflow Set 1640N Nylon Screw only for Model 7 LX 300 6785N Nylon Nut only for Model 7 LX 300 4740 BRINE VALVE ASSEMBLY 3 J7952 15 x 17 x 36 Brine Tank
8. 3 seconds to resynchronize software with piston position or disconnect power supply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then reconnect Then re program valve to proper setting Connect MAV NHBP motor to PC Board two pin connection labeled MAV MTR Press 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 Properly insert motor into casing do not force into casing Press 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 Replace piston and stack assemblies Press 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 Open up MAV NHBP valve and check piston and seal stack assembly for foreign material Press 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 Check piston and seal stack assembly check reduction gears drive gear interface and check MAV NHBP black drive pinion on motor for being jammed into motor body Press 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 NOTES
9. 5 x 22 5 x 44 13 5 x 22 5 x 44 225 225 1 7 1 7 0 5 0 5 1E White 1E White PAGE 11 7 LX 200 18 12 x 48 18 x 40 450 2 1 0 5 1F Blue 7 LX 300 19 14 x 65 24 Dia x 50 900 4 2 0 5 1H Green MODEL NUMBER CYCLES Downflow Regenerant Prefill 1st Fill Los NaCl 2nd Softening Minutes Regenerant Production 3rd Backwash Minutes 4th Regenerant Draw DN Minutes Draw amp Slow Rinse 5th Backwash Minutes 6th Rinse Minutes Fast Rinse 7th End GRAINS CAPACITY LBS NaCl Per Regeneration Re FILL Minutes GALLONS WATER TO DRAIN at 40 50 60 PSI Inlet Pressure WATER USAGE Yo Efficiency at 10 GRAINS per GALLON and 40 PSI Inlet Pressure Factory Setting Low Medium High Low Medium High Low Medium High Low Medium High Low Medium High 7 LX 75 6 0 60 50 12 750 18 000 24 000 3 4 6 0 11 3 A 4 0 9 38 4 39 6 40 4 39 3 40 5 41 3 41 0 42 3 43 0 97 1 97 9 98 3 X FACTOR SERIES 60 8 62 5 63 8 61 9 63 7 64 9 64 3 66 0 67 3 96 5 97 5 98 0 LX SPECIFICATIONS 7 LX 100 7 LX 150 8 0 12 0 60 60 10 10 50 50 10 10 5 5 17 000 25 500 24 000 36 000 32 000 48 000 4 5 6 75 8 0 12 0 15 0 22 5 3 0 4 5 5 3 8 0 10 0 15 0 61 5 63 3 64 5 63 3 65 0 66 3 66 8 68 5 69 8 97 6 98 3 98 6 7 LX 200 16 0 60 10 50 10 34
10. Assy H4600 3 8 Safety Brine Valve 10181 H4640 9 5 Float Assembly 4 H4500 48 Air Check Assembly uncut length 1 see brine tank assy for cut length PAGE 14 X FACTOR FRONT COVER AND DRIVE ASSEMBLY Drawing No Description 1 V3692 02LW LP Front Cover Assembly V3107 01 Motor Drive Bracket amp Spring Clip PC Board Drive Gear 12x36 Drive Gear Cover When replacing the battery align Correct positives and push down to fully seat Battery lt Battery replacement is Orientation 3 volt lithium coin cell ee type 2032 Battery Fully Seated AC Adapter Not shown Order No V3186 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 Chen and buttons for 3 seconas This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash The software version and then reset the valve to the service position Refer to page 22 for detailed service instructions PAGE 15 DRIVE CAP ASSEMBLY DOWNFLOW PISTON REGENERANT PISTON AND SPACER STACK ASSEMBLY Drawing Order Na Description Qty Do not use Vaseline oils other hydrocarbon lubricants No or spray silicone anywhere A silicone lubricant may be used on black o rings but is not necessary Avoid any V3005 Spacer Stack Ass
11. Relay Terminal Block DC Output Voltage X FACTOR SERIES GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS 9 3 x 10 5 x 7 0 3 4 to 1 25 3 4 5 8 20 to 100 35 to 100 120V AC 60 Hz 12V AC 500 mA 2032 12V DC Relay Specifications 12V DC Relay with a coil resistance not less than 80 ohms If mounting the relay under the control valve cover check for proper mounting location dimensions on the backplate General Notes for estimating only PAGE 10 MODEL NUMBER Service Flow GPM at 15 PSI Pressure Drop Resin Tank Size Diameter x Height inches Resin Cu Ft Brine Tank Size inches Brine Tank Capacity Lbs NaCl Drain Line Flow Control GPM Brine Line Re Fill Flow Control GPM Injector color MODEL NUMBER Service Flow GPM at 15 PSI Pressure Drop Resin Tank Size Diameter x Height inches Resin Cu Ft Cabinet Size including top cover W x L x H Cabinet Capacity with grid Lbs NaCl Drain Line Flow Control GPM Brine Line Re Fill Flow Control GPM Injector color 7 LXC 50 PACKED BED 14 9x18 0 5 13 5 x 22 5 x 27 25 15 0 7 0 5 1D Red X FACTOR SERIES LX SPECIFICATIONS 7 LX 75 7 LX 100 7 LX 150 13 17 16 8 x 44 10 x 40 10 x 54 0 75 1 1 5 15x17x36 15x17x36 15x17x36 275 275 275 1 0 1 7 1 7 0 5 0 5 0 5 1C Violet 1E White 1E White X FACTOR SERIES LXC SPECIFICATIONS 7 LXC 100 7 LXC 75 PACKED BED 18 17 10 x 35 10 x 35 0 75 1 13
12. as a complete assembly V3331 Drain Elbow and Retainer Assy Refer to specification page 11 for correct DLFC size per model Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads Teflon tape must be used on threads of 3 4 NPT connection unless using 5 8 polytubing 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 INSTALLATION FITTING ASSEMBLIES Order No V3007 Standard Order No V3191 01 Optional Description Fitting 1 PVC Male NPT Elbow Description Fitting Vertical Adapter Assembly Assembly Drawing Order Description Quantity No No V3151 Nut1 Quick Connect 2 Drawing Order 2 G Fitting 1 PVC Male One Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads Teflon tape must be used on threads of 1 NPT connection Teflon tape is not necessary on the nut connection nor caps because of o ring seals The nut and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand or with the service spanner wrench see page 19 lf 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 slots on caps and or tap with a hammer 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
13. b Check program settings or diagnostics usage for abnormal water usage c Meter not registering c Remove meter and check for rotation or foreign material d Water quality fluctuation d Test water and adjust program values accordingly e No regenerant or low level of regenerant e Add proper regenerant to tank 8 Hard or untreated water is being delivered i Pode ne rane yank f Control fails to draw in regenerant f Refer to Trouble Shooting Guide number 12 g Insufficient regenerant level in regenerant g Check refill setting in programming tank Check refill flow control for restrictions or debris and clean or replace h Damaged seal stack assembly h Replace seal stack assembly i Control valve body type and piston type i Verify proper control valve body type mix matched and piston type match j Fouled media bed j Replace media bed a Improper refill setting a Check refill setting b Improper program settings b Check program setting to make sure they are specific to the water quality and application needs 9 Control valve uses too much regenerant c Control valve regenerates frequently c Check for leaking fixtures that may be exhausting capacity or system is undersized a Low incoming water pressure a Check pressure must remain at minimum of 20 psi If possible increase pump switch cut in to 25 psi HET ANE EMO GENETEG b Incorrect injector size b Replace injector with correct size for the applic
14. bracket start by removing the plugs for the power source and the water meter Unweave the wires from the side holders 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 abo
15. for approximately 5 seconds until the motor starts e Wait until display reads FILL and numbers start counting down e Momentarily press again Valve is now in the SOFTENING position Momentarily press again Valve is now in the BACKWASH position NA for model 7 LXC 50 100 Momentarily press again Valve is now in the REGENERANT DRAW position e Momentarily press again Valve is now in the second BACKWASH position NA for model 7 LXC 50 100 If using optional bypass SLOWLY turn bypass valve to DIAGNOSTIC position See figure 3 on page 4 or slowly open inlet valve to allow water to slowly enter Softener When water is flowing steadily to drain without the presence of air momentarily press feom again Display will read RINSE Open the outlet valve of the softener or if using optional bypass place to NORMAL OPERATION MODE see figure 1 on page 4 Allow control to finish the RINSE cycle Allow the control to automatically advance to the SOFTENING position Now load the brine tank with salt Solar Salt is recommended The brine tank salt level should be checked every couple of weeks to determine salt usage Keeping the brine tank salt level at least 1 2 full is recommended SANITIZING Use 2 oz of 5 14 unscented household chlorine bleach for each cubic foot of resin Pour bleach directly into the 4 diameter white brine well located inside the brine tank Press and hold the ea for 5 6 seconds until the motor starts running Allow s
16. not allowing water to exit from the control valve to the plumbing see figure 3 4 Shut Off Position The inlet handle points to the center of the bypass valve and the outlet handle II ADA l A e vy q points in the direction of flow the water is shut off to the plumbing system If water is available on the COON N outlet side of the softener it is an indication of water bypass around the system i e a plumbing connection somewhere in the building bypasses the system see figure 4 figure 3 figure 4 The working parts of the bypass valve are the rotor assemblies that are contained under the bypass valve caps Before working on the rotors make sure the system is depressurized Turn the red arrow shaped handles towards the center of the bypass valve and back several times to ensure rotor is turning freely The nuts and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand If necessary a pliers or the service spanner wrench 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 screwdriver in slots on caps and or tap with a hammer Refer to page 19 for bypass valve parts diagram and service spanner wrench information To access the rotor unscrew the cap and lift the cap rotor and handle out as one unit Twisting the unit as you pull it out will help to remove it more easily There are three o rings one under the rotor cap one on the rotor
17. stem and the rotor seal Replace worn o rings Clean rotor Reinstall rotor When reinstalling the red arrow handles be sure that 1 The handle pointers are lined up with the control valve body arrows and the rotor seal o ring and retainer on both rotors face to the right when being viewed from the front of the control valve or 2 Arrows point toward each other in the bypass position Since the handles can be pulled off they could be accidentally reinstalled 180 from their correct orientation To install the red arrow handles correctly keep the handles pointed in the same direction as the arrows engraved on the control valve body while tightening the bypass valve caps PAGE 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS All electrical amp plumbing should be done in accordance to all local codes 1 Place the softener where you want to install it making sure it is on a clean level and firm base 2 Do all necessary plumbing inlet to inlet outlet to outlet and drain line to drain 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 3 When assembling the installation fitting package inlet and outlet 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 joint should be cool and solvent ce
18. valve body gently pull forward on the turbine to remove it from the shaft Do not use a wire brush to clean the turbine Wipe with a clean cloth or chemically clean in dilute sodium bisulfite or vinegar The turbine can be immersed in the chemical Do not immerse electronics If the turbine is scored or damaged or the bearings on the turbine are worn replace the turbine Do not lubricate the turbine shaft The turbine shaft bearings are prelubricated Do not use Vaseline oils or other unacceptable lubricants on the o ring A silicone lubricant may be used on the black o ring Snap the turbine on the shaft and reinsert the water meter into the side slot Hand tighten the nut Do not use a pipe wrench to tighten nut PAGE 24 TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Cause Solution n a No power at electric outlet a Repair outlet or use working outlet b Control valve Power Adapter not plugged b Plug Power Adapter into outlet or into outlet or power cord end not connect power cord end to PC Board connected to PC board connection connection 1 No Display on PC Board c Improper power supply c Verify proper voltage is being delivered to PC Board d Defective Power Adapter d Replace Power Adapter e Defective PC Board e Replace PC Board a Power Adapter plugged into electric outlet a Use uninterrupted outlet controlled by light switch b Tripped breaker switch and or tripped GFI b Reset breaker switch and or GFI switch c Powe
19. 000 48 000 64 000 9 0 16 0 30 0 6 0 10 7 20 0 94 5 96 3 98 0 96 8 98 6 100 3 101 5 103 3 105 0 97 3 98 0 98 4 7 LX 300 24 0 60 10 50 10 51 000 72 000 96 000 13 9 24 0 45 0 9 0 16 0 30 0 142 5 145 5 148 0 146 0 149 0 151 5 153 0 156 0 158 5 97 3 98 0 98 4 1 Gallons to Drain Backwash Min x DLFC Gal Min Fast Rinse Min x DLFC Gal Min Regenerant Draw DN Min x Slow Rinse Gal Min LBS NaCl x 1 Gal 3 LBS NaCl Note Slow Rinse Gal Min is obtained from injector charts for each color injector at various pressures Gallons Treated 2 Water Usage Efficiency Gallons Treated Gallons to Drain PAGE 12 X 100 X FACTOR SERIES LXC SPECIFICATIONS 7 LXC 50 7 LXC 100 MODE MNRE PACKED BED An PACKED BED CYCLES Downflow Regenerant Prefill 1st Fill Los NaCl 4 0 6 0 8 0 2nd Softening Minutes Regenerant Production ee 90 i 3rd Backwash Minutes NA 10 NA 4th Regenerant Draw DN Minutes 50 50 50 Draw amp Slow Rinse 5th Backwash Minutes NA 10 NA 6th Rinse Minutes Fast Rinse 2 3 a 7th End Low 8 500 12 750 17 000 GRAINS DA CAPACITY Medium 12 000 18 000 24 000 High 16 000 24 000 32 000 Per Medium 4 0 6 0 8 0 Regeneration High 7 5 11 3 15 0 Low 1 2 2 3 3 0 Re FILL Medium AY 4 0 5 3 Minutes High 5 0 7 5 10 0 GALLONS WATER TO Low 18 5 20 0 21 3 60 4 62 1 63 4 26 8 28 5 29 8 DRAIN at Medium 19 0 20 6
20. 007 12 Order No V3007 13 Description Fitting 1 amp 12 Brass Sweat Description Fitting 3 4 Brass SharkBite Description Fitting 1 Brass SharkBite Assembly Assembly Assembly Drawing Order Description Quantity No No o Ri 4 Drawing Order D w Drawing Order Description Quantity No No escription Quantity No No Bite ton vy v7 4 V3375 Fitting 174 8 12 2 Brass Sweat V3105 O Ring 215 V3629 Ftg 1 Brass Shark 2 Bite Must be special ordered Minimum quantity of 24 PAGE 20 CABINET SOFTENER ASSEMBLY l G2728HP 62723 LXCV1 detailed components shown in this manual H1023 FG918VT D1130 12 Ft cut for 18 in R DIP1050 FG1035VT D1130 12 Ft cut for 35 in R DIP1050 A4074 1 2 Cu Ft 26 LBS KEN 1 A4074 3 4 Cu Ft 39 LBS lon Exchange Resin for Model 7 LXC 75 A4074 1 Cu Ft 52 LBS lon Exchange Resin for Model 7 LXC 100 H1090 02 Salt Grid for Model 7 LXC 50 H1090 03 Salt Grid for Model 7 LXC 75 100 iT cut to 14 length for Model 7 LXC 50 3 8 Brine Valve Assy for Cabinet 1 4740 using 1 2 x14 Long Air Check Assy for Model 7 LXC 50 1 using 1 2 X29 Long Air Check Assy for Model 7 LXC 75 100 H7016 4 in Brine Well Cap for Cabinet PAGE 21 SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS DRIVE ASSEMBLY refer to pages 15 amp 16 for diagrams Remove the valve cover to access the drive assembly Disconnect the power source plug black wi
21. 14 Error 101 Control unable to sense motor movement a Disconnect power make sure motor is fully engaged check for broken wires make sure two pin connector on motor is connected to the two pin connection on the PC Board labeled MOTOR Press 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 b PC Board not properly snapped into drive b Properly snap PC Board into drive bracket bracket and then Press 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 c Missing reduction gears c Replace missing gears a Foreign material is lodged in control valve a Open up control valve and pull out Mechanical binding 15 Error 102 Control valve motor ran too short and was unable to find the next cycle position and stalled Main drive gear too tight Improper voltage being delivered to PC Board a Motor failure during a regeneration b Foreign matter built up on piston and stack assemblies creating friction and 16 Error 103 Control valve motor ran too drag enough to time out motor long and was unable to find the next cycle position Drive bracket not snapped in properly and out enough that reduction gears and drive gear do not interface PAGE 27 piston assembly and seal stac
22. ECTION ON CONTROL VALVE l OR A SIX FOOT LENGTH OF 3 8 O D IF DRAIN LINE EXCEEDS 20 FEET IN LENGTH DRAIN LINE PIPE SIZE SHOULD BE MINIMUM 3 4 BRINE LINE POLYTUBE SUPPLIED WITH BRINE TANK mi DRAIN LINE L AIR GAP LOCATE WATER SOFTENER ADAPTER AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO BRINE TANK WELL WATER as na INSTALLATION WATER HEATER Li TO q MS DRAIN PRESSURE airy TANK FROM WELL PUMP p n BRINE TANK WATER SOFTENER OVERFLOW GRAVITY DRAIN ONLY USED IN CASE OF MALFUNCTION IN THE BRINE SHUTOFF DO NOT CONNECT TO CONTROL VALVE DRAIN LINE IF UNIT IS INSTALLED WHERE OVERFLOW COULD CAUSE WATER DAMAGE CONNECT TUBING AND RUN TO FLOOR DRAIN DO NOT RUN TUBING ABOVE OVERFLOW HEIGHT PAGE 6 PLACING SOFTENER INTO SERVICE Do not add salt to the brine tank yet Do not plug the transformer into the receptacle yet Make sure inlet and outlet valves are to their closed positions If using optional bypass place in bypass position Turn on main water supply Open a cold water faucet This will clear the line of any debris solder pipe dope etc that may be in the line Let water run at faucet for a couple minutes or until clear Turn off faucet Manually add 1 2 gallons of water to the brine tank Now plug the transformer into a 120 volt receptacle be certain the receptacle is uninterrupted Within 5 seconds the control display and buttons will illuminate and the time of day screen will appear e Press and hold the button
23. IONS TUBE INSERT ELBOW BODY ye NUT 5 8 POLYTUBE DRAIN LINE FITTING CONNECTION USING 5 8 POLY TUBE 6 The brine refill flow control assembly is installed 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 oriented towards the brine tank 7 Connect the brine line polytubing found with the brine tank to the brine connection on the control valve The control valve has a standard refill elbow to which a 3 8 flexible tube can be connected see below Press the polytube into the brine elbow fitting Make sure the floor is clean beneath the brine tank and that it is level and smooth 8 A 1 2 inside diameter not provided gravity drain line should be connected to the overflow fitting on the side of the brine tank This overflow is in case of a malfunction in the brine shut off If the unit is installed where water may flow in the event of an overflow and cause water damage connect a length of flexible tubing and run to a drain below the level of the overflow Do not connect the tubing to the drain line on the control valve Do not run tubing above overflow height at any point Outlet Flow Inlet to Softener Outlet to House N Connect Brine Connect Drain Line Here Top View of Control Valve PAGE 5
24. ation c Restricted drain line c Check drain line for restrictions or debris and clean a Improper program settings a Check refill setting b Plugged injector b Remove injector and clean or replace c Drive cap assembly not tightened in c Re tighten the drive cap assembly properly l d Damaged seal stack assembly d Replace seal stack 11 Excessive water in regenerant tank e Restricted or kinked drain line e Check drain line for restrictions or debris and or un kink drain line f Plugged backwash flow controller f Remove backwash flow controller and clean or replace d Drain line restriction or debris cause d Inspect drain line and clean to correct 12 Control valve fails to draw in regenerant excess back pressure restriction e Drain line too long or too high e Shorten length and or height f Low incoming water pressure f Check pressure must remain at minimum of 20 psi If possible increase pump switch cut in to 25 psi a Power outage during regeneration a Upon power being restored control will finish the remaining regeneration time Reset time of day 13 Water running to drain b Damaged seal stack assembly b Replace seal stack assembly c Piston assembly failure c Replace piston assembly d Drive cap assembly not tightened in d Re tighten the drive cap assembly properly PAGE 26 Possible Cause p Solution n a Motor not inserted full to engage pinion motor wires broken or disconnected
25. em or the plumbing 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 Avoid any type of lubricants including silicone on the clear lip seals The nuts and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand or with the special plastic wrench V3193 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 screw driver in the slots on caps and or tap with a hammer 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 rings seals 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 and buttons for 3 seconds This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position 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 fitting and solder joints when soldering pipes that are connected on the drain line control fitting Failure to do this could cause interior da
26. embly type of lubricants including silicone on the clear V3004 Drive Cap Assy lip seals V3178LP Back Plate 1 V3011 Piston Downflow Assy V3174 Regenerant Piston V3135 O ring 228 V3180 O ring 337 8 3105 _ O ring 215 Distributor Tube Not Shown V3001 Body Assy Downflow 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 Chan and buttons for 3 seconds This resefS the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position Refer to page 23 and 24 for detailed service instructions INJECTOR CAP INJECTOR SCREEN INJECTOR PLUG AND O RING V3010 1A INJECTOR ASSY A BLACK V3010 1B INJECTOR ASSY B BROWN V3010 1C INJECTORASSY C VIOLET 5 1 The injector plug and the injector each contain one 011 lower and 013 upper o ring See Specification page 11 for correct injector per model number The nut and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand or with the service spanner wrench see page 19 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 slots on caps and or tap with a hammer Refer to page 24 for detailed service instruc
27. inue 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 Chen and buttons for 3 seconds This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position REFILL FLOW CONTROL ASSEMBLY refer to page 17 for diagrams 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 con
28. ivalent and the nuts and caps are glass filled polypropylene All seals are self lubricating EPDM to help prevent valve seizing after long periods of non use Internal o rings can easily be replaced if service is required The bypass consists of two interchangeable plug valves that are operated independently by red arrow shaped handles The handles identify the flow direction of the water The plug valves enable the bypass valve to operate in four positions OPERATION NORMAL OPERATION BYPASS OPERATION 1 Normal Operation Position The inlet and outlet TREATED SUPPLY WATER SUPY SUPPLY WATER handles point in the direction of flow indicated by the engraved arrows on the control valve Water flows through the control valve during normal operation and this position also allows the control valve to isolate the media bed during the regeneration cycle see figure 1 2 Bypass Position The inlet and outlet handles point to the center of the bypass the control valve is isolated from the water pressure contained in the plumbing system Untreated water is supplied to the KLODY gou plumbing system see figure 2 figure 1 figure 2 3 Diagnostic Position The inlet handle points in the direction of flow and the outlet handle points to DIAGNOSTIC MODE SHUT OFF MODE the center of bypass valve system water pressure is eae Ete Seite ee aa acca allowed to the control valve and the plumbing system kil ai m m A iii dit while
29. k assembly for inspection Press 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 Check piston and seal stack assembly check reduction gears check drive bracket and main drive gear interface Press 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 Loosen main drive gear Press 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 Verify that proper voltage is being supplied Press 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 a Check motor connections then Press 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 b Replace piston and stack assemblies Press 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 Snap drive bracket in properly then Press NEXT and REGEN buttons for 3 seconds to resynchronize software with piston position or disconnect power sup
30. ked UP and the injector the hole marked DN Replace the screen and hand tighten the Injector cap WATER METER refer to pages 15 16 amp 17 for diagrams 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 If no water meter wire is visible then a plug is installed not a water meter 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 be used to unscrew the nut if necessary With the nut removed a slot at the top of the water meter is visible Twist a flat blade screwdriver in the slot between the control valve body and the meter When the meter is part way out it is easy to remove the water meter from the housing Once the water meter is removed from the control
31. mage to the drain line flow control fitting When assembling the installation fitting package inlet and outlet 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 getting primer and solvent cement on any part of the o ring split rings bypass valve or control valve Install grounding strap on metal pipes This water softener is not to be used for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after treatment PAGE 3 BYPASS VALVE The bypass valve is typically used to isolate the control valve from the plumbing system s water pressure in order to perform control valve repairs or maintenance The X Factor bypass valve is particularly unique in the water treatment industry due to its versatility and state of the art design features The 1 full flow bypass valve incorporates four positions including a diagnostic position that allows service personal to work on a pressurized system while still providing untreated bypassed water to the facility or residence Its completely non metallic all plastic design allows for easy access and serviceability without the need for tools The bypass body and rotors are glass filled Noryl or equ
32. ments Note The grains per gallon can be increased if soluble iron needs to be reduced Press to go to step 3 Press to exit Installer Display Settings STEP 3 Day Override Set the maximum number of days between regenerations If value set to Savs BETWEEN Resen OFF regeneration initiation is based solely on volume used If value is set as a number allowable MET i4 range from 1 to 28 a regeneration initiation will be called for on that day even if sufficient volume of os water were not used to call for a regeneration Set Day Override using A or yY buttons e number of days between regeneration 1 to 28 or Fa e OFP Press Can to go to step 4 Press to return to previous step STEP 4 STEP 4 Next Regeneration Time hour Set the hour of day for regeneration using A Or REGEN TIME HOUR buttons AM PM toggles after 12 The default time is 2 00 AM Press Chen to go to Step 5 Press to return to previous step PAGE 8 STEP 5 Next Regeneration Time minutes Set the minutes of day for regeneration using or buttons Press Can to return to normal operation Press fason to return to previous step M an REGEN TIN O7 U Ewo m RETURN TO NORMAL MODE LOW BATTERY A non rechargeable coin cell battery is located on the circuit board used only to maintain the time of day during power outages all other information will be stored in memory no matter how long the power o
33. ments 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 4 A jumper ground wire should be installed between the inlet and outlet pipe whenever the metallic continuity of a water distribution piping system is interrupted Install grounding strap on metal pipes 5 The drain connection may be made using either 5 8 polytube see below or a 3 4 female adapter The polytube insert is shipped attached to the drain line elbow s locking clip Press the insert into the drain line tubing tubing not provided Loosen the nut of the drain line elbow Press the 5 8 polytube with insert into the drain line elbow until it seats on the back of the fitting Tighten the nut If soldering 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 fitting 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 Never insert a drain line into a drain sewer line or trap Always allow an air gap between the drain line and the wastewater to prevent the possibility of sewage being back siphoned into the softener ELBOW BODY LI 3 8 F POLYTUBE BRINE LINE FITTING CONNECT
34. ns simultaneously while the number and banner text l being rad led screen is displayed j h If the system has called for a regeneration that will occur at the preset time of regeneration the words REGEN TODAY will alternate with the header on the display Utilizing the control valve s built in water meter a water drop flashes on the display when water is being treated i e water is flowing through the system 55 393333 PAGE 7 SET TIME OF DAY Current time of day needs to be entered during initial installation and adjusted when daylight saving time begins or ends If an extended power outage occurs and depletes the on board non rechargeable coin cell battery when power resumes the time of day should be reset and battery replaced STEP 1 Press STEP 2 Current Time hour Set the hour of the day using A or 7 buttons AM PM toggles after 12 Press Chen to go to Step 3 STEP 3 Current Time minutes Set the minutes of the day using A or 7 buttons Press NEXT to exit Set Time of Day Press to return to previous step RETURN TO NORMAL MODE ADJUST HARDNESS DAYS BETWEEN REGENERATIONS OR TIME OF REGENERATION IM STEP 1 Press Chen and A simultaneously for 3 seconds to access Installer Display Settings STEP 2 Hardness Set the amount of hardness in grains of hardness as calcium carbonate per gallon using the A or 7 buttons The default is 20 with value ranges from 1 to 150 in 1 grain incre
35. pet el p t De a eti sr e kak Da ae a lal SEL WINS OU LI AYE kitew ate ba dak pe ea fa td n a E et e a ka ED de onn m Ret ao vet t l kaa D Adjust Hardness Days Between Regenerations or Time of Regeneration v rreoreoorenooonren LON B A VI TV ee ee E el e e a tk t t tk n Contact Screen Programming pwo sista t pout sa ei lao ia ket tifi keyi s vi kte ptik blo te ba tipa SPECH C AMON air izin ez ayiti n ap kte a ete e ge or od etat ek ak tk es atak ala tk ep ED E na AN PANSE AAS cic ss vanite kil kl n e e a n see ere oe eee ee be ete le ees kf aa a ICS I SOCOM aore lat r ti epa tant ea tij to et e e e a a a a a a e e ot rene e aie kat ote ola ata e TWOUB T SAOO UNION tit aj p ote ata fr ey tn ak l ay ja n tl ab tf er n v te ef e io bk v ata saa JOB SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NO INSTALLATION DATE SERIAL NUMBER INSTALLER NAME m PHONE ADDRESS WATER TEST AT TIME OF INSTALLATION Hardness CaCo gpg Other lron ppm pH SIZING INFORMATION All Water is Softened Except Rear Hose Bib Other Front Hose Bib Kitchen Cold Toilets All Cold The average family uses 50 gallons per person daily for all water uses in the home Daily Water Usage Gallons Person x ____ Family Size Number of people in family Total Gallons Per Day X Grains Per Gallon of hardness Note Add 4 grains per gallon of hardness for each ppm iron for total compensated hardness Total Grain
36. ply from PC Board for 5 seconds and then reconnect Possible Cause Pp Solution n 17 Error 104 Control valve motor ran too long and timed out trying to reach home position 18 Error 106 MAV SEPS NHBP AUX MAV valve motor ran too long and unable to find the proper park position Motorized Alternating Valve MAV Separate Source SEPS No Hard Water Bypass NHBP Auxiliary MAV AUX MAV 19 Error 107 MAV SEPS NHBP AUX MAV valve motor ran too short stalled while looking for proper park position Motorized Alternating Valve MAV Separate Source SEPS No Hard Water Bypass NHBP Auxiliary MAV AUX MAV a Drive bracket not snapped in properly and out enough that reduction gears and drive gear do not interface Control valve programmed for ALT A or B nHbP SEPS or AUX MAV with out having a MAV or NHBP valve attached to operate that function MAV NHBP motor wire not connected to PC Board MAV NHBP motor not fully engaged with reduction gears Foreign matter built up on piston and stack assemblies creating friction and drag enough to time out motor Foreign material is lodged in MAV NHBP valve Mechanical binding PAGE 28 a Snap drive bracket in properly then Press 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 Press NEXT and REGEN buttons for
37. r outage c Reset time of day If PC Board has battery back up present the battery 2 PC Board does not display correct time of day may be depleted See Front Cover and Drive Assembly drawing for instructions d Defective PC Board d Replace PC Board a Bypass valve in bypass position a Turn bypass handles to place bypass in service position b Meter is not connected to meter b Connect meter to three pin connection connection on PC Board labeled METER on PC Board c Restricted stalled meter turbine c Remove meter and check for rotation or foreign material d Meter wire not installed securely into three d Verify meter cable wires are installed pin connector securely into three pin connector 3 Display does not indicate that water is flowing Refer to user instructions for how the display indicates water is flowing labeled METER e Defective meter e Replace meter f Defective PC Board f Replace PC Board a Reset time of day If PC Board has battery back up present the battery a Power outage may be depleted See Front Cover and Drive Assembly drawing for instructions b Time of day not set correctly b Reset to correct time of day c Time of regeneration set incorrectly c Reset regeneration time 4 Control valve regenerates at wrong time of day d Control valve set at immediate d Check programming setting and reset to regeneration DELAYED for a delayed regen time e Control valve set at
38. re from the PC board prior to disconnecting the motor or water meter plugs from the PC board The power source plug 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 fit 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
39. s per Day PAGE 2 PRE INSTALLATION REVIEW WATER QUALITY If sand or sediment is present in the water supply a sediment filter should be installed ahead of the water softener Your water softener has been designed to adequately reduce hardness from levels up to 100 grains per gallon Ferrous bicarbonate iron levels up to 0 5 ppm can also be reduced This is iron that is dissolved in water and not visible to the eye in a freshly drawn sample After standing in contact with air the ferrous iron will become oxidized to the ferric state and start to precipitate as a reddish brown floc It can be seen and may cause discolored water Air must not come in contact with water until after it has passed through the water softener In some cases additional treatment equipment may be needed to treat water having special characteristics such as ferric hydroxide iron iron bacteria low pH tastes and odors etc Consult your dealer if you have any questions This water softener is not to be used for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after treatment WATER PRESSURE A minimum of 20 pounds of water pressure psi is required for regeneration Maximum 100 psi CAUTION the softener cannot be subject to a vacuum due to loss of pressure such as a water main break or submersible well pump check valve failure WATER TEMPERATURE The range of water temperature is 35 F to 100
40. 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 Chen and buttons for 3 seconds This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position PAGE 22 DRIVE CAP ASSEMBLY MAIN PISTON AND REGENERANT PISTON refer to pages 15 amp 16 for diagrams The drive assembly must be removed to access the drive cap assembly The drive cap assembly must be removed to access the piston 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 service spanner
41. tions PAGE 16 REFILL FLOW CONTROL ASSEMBLY Qype H4615 Elbow Locking Clip H4628 Elbow 3 8 Liquifit LA 4 V3165 01 RFC Retainer Assy 0 5 gpm v3182 Pou 3 V363 Oring 1 aa 6 V4144 01 Elbow 3 8 Liquifit Assy w RFC Assembly includes V3182 RFC Refer to page 23 for detailed service instructions Flow Proper RFC orientation directs refill water flow towards the washer face with rounded edge and text WATER METER ki donn O ring 215 Assy and V3105 O ring 215 Order number V3003 includes V3118 01 Turbine THIS WATER METER SHOULD NOT BE USED AS THE PRIMARY MONITORING place a screwdriver in slots on caps and or tap with a hammer Refer to page 24 for detailed service instructions PAGE 17 DEVICE FOR CRITICAL OR HEALTH EFFECT APPLICATIONS The nut and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by hand or with the service spanner wrench see page 19 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 DRAIN LINE 3 4 1 H4615 Elbow Locking Clip 1 2 3194 _ Polytube insert 5 8 Option menn on No 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 V3163 O ring 019 6 V3159 DLFC Retainer Assy 1 V3162 013 DLFC 1 3 gpm for 3 4 One DLFC must be nis 7 used Flow lEZNE man fitting kes e n an V3162 065 DLFC 6 5 gpm for 34 is used 4 and 6 can be ordered
42. trol o ring on the flow control retainer or the o ring on the elbow Reset the flow control so the rounded end is visible in the flow control Reset 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 reset 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 PAGE 23 SPACER STACK ASSEMBLY refer to pages 15 amp 16 for diagrams 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 disassemble 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 into the control valve body bore by hand Since the spacer stack assembly can be compressed it is easier to use a blunt object 5 8 to 1 1 8 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 5 8 Do not force the spacer stack assembly in The control valve body bore interior can be lubricated with silicone to allow for eas
43. utage The screen displays LOW BATTERY when the battery needs to be replaced The screen will remain illuminated solid blue when LOW BATTERY is displayed Initially LOW BATTERY display will alternate with the User display finally displaying only LOW BATTERY User displays are still accessible by pressing CONTACT SCREEN PROGRAMMING STEP 1 Press Chen and A simultaneously for 3 seconds to access Installer Display Settings STEP 2 WATER HARDNESS Vv STEP 2 Press Can to go to step 3 EE VAN STEP 3 Press C to go to step 4 From Step 4 while hour is flashing press and hold both the and A button to change phone number and banner text Phone Number Set phone number using the A or VW arrow Press Can to forward rag elele ejeleje to the next digit Press to return to previous digit Y Banner Text Set the banner text up to a maximum of 44 characters Use the A or Yy 555 ARABADA to select letters of the alphabet numbers ampersand amp or a space in the banner text Press Can to forward to the next character or to exit the Installer Display Settings PAGE 9 1 Control Valve Size W x L X H Inlet Outlet Fitting Options inches Drain Pipe NPT OD Poly Tube Size inches Working Pressure Min to Max PSI Water Operating Temp Min to Max F AC Adaptor Input Voltage Hertz AC Adaptor Output Voltage Current 3 Volt Lithium Coin Cell Battery type PC Board
44. ve regarding removing the drive bracket 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 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 Replace the motor if necessary Do not lubricate the motor or
45. wrench see page 19 or insert a 4 to 7 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 below 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 The drive cap assembly contains the drive cap the main drive gear drive cap spline piston rod and various other parts that should not be dissembled in the field The only replaceable part on the drive cap assembly is the o ring Attached to the drive cap assembly is the main piston and a regenerant piston 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 cap assembly Cont
46. y 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 Chen and buttons for 3 seconds This resets the electronics and establishes the service piston position The display should flash the software version and then reset the valve to the service position INJECTOR CAP SCREEN INJECTOR PLUG AND INJECTOR refer to page 16 for diagram Unscrew the injector cap and lift off Loosen cap with special plastic service spanner wrench see page 19 or pliers if necessary Attached to the injector cap is a screen Remove the screen and clean if fouled The plug and or injector can be pried out with a small screwdriver The plug can be wiped clean If the plug leaks replace the entire plug 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 in the hole mar
47. ystem to complete the regeneration automatically Check for other local ant state codes which may also specify sanitation methods Note The first step of the regeneration process is to fill the brine tank with the proper amount of water The brine tank will only have a very slight amount of water in it after the regeneration cycles are completed GENERAL OPERATION Note As an energy saving feature the control will automatically turn off all SOLID BLUE or SOLID GREEN display illumination and keypad illumination after about 5 minutes of the last keypad button push Any further keypad touch will cause the re illumination of the display and keypad and re activate keypad control User Displays When the system is in normal service mode one of up to five available User Displays will be shown Pressing Chen will alternate between the following displays READ Contact Screen Current time of day a ake je PM e Treated water flow rate e Service contact name and phone number if entered e Remaining Capacity of treated water available e Remaining days to regeneration if Day Override is programmed ar aie REMAINING CAPACITY Pressing the 7 button while in the Capacity Remaining or 650 GAL Days Remaining displays will decrease the capacity remaining in ten gallon increments or the days remaining in one day increments To clear the Service Call reminder press the and Yy r a s i p A Drop will flash while water OF DAYS TO REGEN butto
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