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1. Open 3 Open 4 Closed 4 Open 5 Closed d 5 Closed 6 Closed Mineral Tank 8 Open Mineral Tank Pring Tank 3 Brining Position 4 Slow Rinse Position 2 Hard Water CJ Hard Water Brine Bl Brine 77 EFC 222 EA gra 2 2 2 7 42 Control Valve No Valve No 1 Open 1 Open 2 Closed 2 Closed 3 Closed 3 Closed 4 Open 4 Open 5 Open 5 Open 6 Closed Mineral Tank Tank 6 Closed Mineral Tank Bine Tank 50715 940 Page 22 Replacement Parts 940 Timer Code Part No Description Qty 1 1000855 Backplate 1 Code Part No Description Qty 2 1000879 Gear Support Plate 12 Hour Clock 1 12 1000841 Clutch Gear 1 3 1000881 Timer Cover English Standard 1 19 1097463 Wire N t 1 4 1000887 7 Day Calendar Cap Assembly 1 s 1000833 Gear 1 5 1000888 12 day Calendar Cap Assembly 1 15 1000832 Gear 1 6 1000877 Main Drive Stack 1 19 1000858 1 7 1000848 Knob 1 17 1000844 Geneva Drive Gear 1 Dial E 1000821 Norh America Flat 2 Wire 3 1000847 Salt Gear d 717 10 Main Drive Gear 1 25A303 United Kingdom AS 3112 1007496 Australia AS 3112 25A555 001 Japan JIS 8303 1000822 Lamp Cord Low Voltage 24V 25A394 North America US NEMA 5 15P Canada C22 2 No 42 Flat 3 Wire 1000900 Standard Cycle 1000901 Water Saver Economy Cycle 1000902 Extra Salt amp Long Rinse Long Rinse Cycle 1000903 Adj Backwash Standard Cycle 1000904 Adj Backwash Extra Salt Long Rinse Lo
2. When ordering spare parts Advise that the Timer is the low voltage model 50715 940 Page 7 Series 255 Valve 940 Control Water Conditioning Control System Installation Operating and Maintenance Manual 50715 940 Page 8 Table of Contents Page Introduction Pest 10 Superior Design Superior Operation INSTA ANON a E E EDEN 10 Location Selection Water Line Connection Drain Line Connection Brine Line Connection Brine Tank Overflow Line Connection Electrical Connection Placing Conditioner into Operation 13 Adjustment of Timer 14 Special Features of Timer Adjustment of Brine Control 2212 14 How to Set the Salt Dial 15 Removing the Timer Assembly Removing the Valve Assembly Preventative Maintenance 17 Injector Screen and Injector 18 Pressure Graphs 1 ccena na nasa hear nhan uo dnx a nana a aua adu 19 Control Valving 20 Valve Disc Operation eras 20 Flow Diagrams wo qaaa eo REESE 21 Re
3. Be sure to round off times to the nearest minute ae Reference Tab Figure 10 MODEL AS0715 940 WATER SOFTENER HARDNESS REMOVAL SALT USAGE SALT DIAL SETTING CAPACITY INGRAMS IN KILOGRAMS TIME IN MINUTES 525 MIN 1 0 3 700 1 6 4 825 2 2 6 1050 MAX 3 6 9 NOTE THIS SOFTENER IS FITTED WITH THE 0 33 G P M BRINE REFILL CONTROL Service Removing the Timer Assembly Complete the following steps to remove the timer assembly for servicing 1 Unplug the power cord 2 Remove the rear cover by pushing back on the tab provided on the cover with your thumb Figure 10 Next lift the cover off the valve ASO715 94U To remove the camshaft or reinstall it the rib on the shaft must be pointing straight up This occurs when the indicator knob is rotated to the refill position Press down on the back of the camshaft to disengage it from the rear hoop of the top plate Figure 11 6 To replace the timer reverse the above Procedure Note The camshaft and the timer indicator knob need to be positioned correctly before the Figure 11 camshaft can be installed Rotate the camshaft such that the locating rib is pointing straight up The timer indicator knob must be in the REFILL position when installing the camshaft Slide the camshaft into the timer It may be necessary to rock the timer slightly to key the camshaft into the timer When the camshaft is slid into place
4. NPT Drain 3 4 in BSPT Noryl 1 2 in BSPT Drain 1 in NPT 1 2 NPT Drain Piping Boss Installation Kit Page 27 Troubleshooting The technology upon which the Series 255 940 control is based is well established and proven in service over many years However should a problem or question arise regarding the operation of the system the control can be very easily serviced The control module can be quickly replaced or adjustments can be made at the installation For parts mentioned refer to exploded views in the Replacement Parts section of this manual IMPORTANT Service procedures that require the water pressure to be removed from the system are marked with a after the possible cause To remove water pressure from the system put the bypass valve or three valve bypass into the bypass position and open the Rinse Drain Valve the fifth valve back from the control with a screwdriver Figure 11 Restore system water pressure when the service work is completed Problem Cause Solution 1 Control will not a Electric cord unplugged a Connect power regenerate automatically b Defective Timer motor b Replace motor c Day pins not down on calendar c Depress pins for days regeneration required d Binding in gear train of timer d Replace timer 2 Control regenerates at timer set incorrectly a Correct setting according to Wrong time of day Instructions 3 Control will no
5. Bypass Valve Reinforced NORYL Inlet O tlet Manifold Brass or reinforced NORYL Rubber ala cT Ea Compounded for cold water service Injector size A White Nozzle 0 042 in 1 1 mm diameter Throat 0 089 in 2 3 mm diameter Injector size B Blue Nozzle 0 052 in 1 3 mm diameter Throat 0 099 in 2 5 mm diameter Injector size C Red Nozzle 0 059 in 1 51 mm diameter Throat 0 099 in 2 5 mm diameter Backwash Controllers Available for 2 2 72 4 0 0 4 24 43 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 in 15 2 17 8 20 3 22 9 25 4 30 5 33 0 35 6 cm diameter mineral tanks sized to flow 4 5 gpm sq ft 183 l min m2 of bed area Pressure Graphs 1 T ASO NOE Artal paste ra capa Way ee y yehe ee cet ar anty Control Valving Identification Valve Disc Operation Dackwasn Drain 6 Ringe Dra n 5 Rrine 1 f valve Disc 05064 Yava Disc Open AS0715 940 Page 20 Flow Diagrams 1 Service Pasition 2 Backwash Position J Hard Water 2 Hard Water Soft Water Air Chack B Backwash Check UA 2 2210 Valve No Valve No 1 Closed 1 Closed 2 Open 2 Closed 3
6. E PER pae 300 psi 2069kPa Working Pressure 20 to 127 psi 138 to 876 kPa 100 psi max in Canada VOltage trib ees 24 50 Hz 24V 60 Hz 100V 50 Hz 100V 60 Hz 230V 50 Hz 115V 60 Hz QI T 50 mA Operating Temperature norte ot ERI ER 34 F 1 C to 120 F 49 C iilo 10 to 100 condensing allowed Pressure Tank Thread 2 1 2 in 8 NPSM Brine 1 4 in NPT male Distributor Tube Diameter Required 00 13 16 in O D 20 6 mm 50715 940 18 Distributor Tube Length 1 1 1 4 in 31 8mm higher than top of mineral tank Standard Manifold Connection 3 4 in NPT inlet outlet 1 2 in NPT drain in NORYL manifold 3 8 in NPT drain in brass manifold Optional Manifold Connections 1 in NPT inlet outlet 1 2 in NPT drain 3 4 in BSPT inlet outlet 3 8 in BSPT drain 1 in BSPT inlet outlet 1 2 in BSPT drain Optional Bypass Valve 3 4 in 19 1mm or 1 in 25 4mm copper tailpiece 1 2 in NPT male drain Valve Module Tank Adaptor Optional
7. Line Connection A bypass valve system must be installed to provide for occasions when the water conditioner must is by passed for hard water or for servicing The most common bypass systems are the Autotrol Series 156 Bypass Valve Figure 3 and plumbed in globe valves Figure 4 Though both are similar in function the Autotrol Bypass offers simplicity and ease of operation Not In Bypass In Bypass Water Cuondilioner Figure 3 Autotrol Series 156 Bypass Valve Not In Bypass In Bypass Water Water Conditorsr Figure 4 Typical Globe Valve Bypass Drain Line Connection The drain line discharges water and brine during the regeneration cycles Typically the line drains into a floor drain or laundry tube Plumb the drain line according to local codes leaving a one or two inch air gap between the end of the drain line and the open ing Figure 5 ES Aigh Way 50715 940 _ Figure 5 Air Gap Installation 419155728 Never connect the 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 conditioner The ideal location for the unit is above and not more than 20ft 6 1m from the drain For such installations using the appropriate adaptor fitting not supplied connect 1 2 in 1 3cm plastic tubing to the drain line connection loc
8. is usually blue but with some water a greyish coloured end point is obtained Using 50ml sample Hardness ppm number of tablets x 40 20 LR BW Tablets Directions Take a 100ml sample of water in a screw capped bottle Add one 1 tablet to sample shake or crush to disintegrate Repeat until last trace of reddish tinge disappears The final colour is usually blue but with some water a greyish coloured end point is obtained Using 100ml sample Hardness ppm number tablets x 2 1 Contact IBC Water if further details are required 50715 940 Page 2 WATER SOFTENER CALCULATIONS MODEL 50715 940 To ascertain DAYS between regeneration periods the following data or estimations are required Let N be the number of days to be calculated Al Water Hardness in mg l call H 2 Water Softener Hardness Removal Capacity from Table 1 in grams call 6 C 13 6 Daily Water Usage in litres call 6 D For household situations allow 250 litres per person per day CALCULATION N 1000 x C D xH Select nearest lower whole number If necessary consult your dealer or IBC Water Treatment for advice on setting up the softener EXAMPLE Household use for 2 people on 220 mg l hard water using Model AS0715 at 1050 grams capacity N 1000 x 1050 500 x 220 9 5 days 9 days Note Maximum number of days that can be selected is twelve 12 50715 940 Page 3 WATER SOFTENER PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET Re
9. lift he back of the camshaft up while rotating the indicator knob to seat the camshaft in the top plate hoop 4 Slide the camshaft back disengage it from the timer Figure 12 Removing the Valve Assembly Complete the following steps to remove the valve assembly 1 Unplug the power cord 2 Shut off the water supply or place in bypass Relieve the system pressure by opening the rinse drain valve the fifth valve back from the timer Figure 12 5 Lift the timer off the valve Figure 13 Figure 14 4 Remove the locking bar screw Figure 15 Figure 13 50715 940 Figure 15 5 Apply downward hand pressure the valve and remove the locking bar Figure 16 Figure 16 6 Using the rocking motion lift the valve from the tank adaptor Figure 16 If the o ring seals come off with the valve put them back into the tank adaptor sockets Lubricate the o rings with silicone lubricant Note Petroleum based lubricants will damage the Plastic valve and o rings Reverse the procedure to replace the valves Preventative Maintenance Injector Screen and Injector The injector is the component which creates the vacuum necessary to draw the brine into the water conditioner Clean the injector and injector screen at least once a year in order to maintain proper operation of the conditioner Some locations may 50715 940 require more frequent injector and screen servicing Refer to Figure
10. 17 and complete the following steps to clean the injector screen and injector 1 Unplug the power cord 2 Shut off the water supply or put the bypass valve s into the bypass position and remove the rear cover Figure 10 3 Relieve system pressure by opening the rinse drain valve the fifth valve back from the control with a screwdriver Figure 11 4 Using a blade screwdriver unscrew and remove the injector screen and injector cap 5 Clean screen with a fine brush Flush with water until clean 6 Using a needle nose pliers pull the injector straight out 7 Flush water into the injector screen recess of the valve body to flush debris out through the injector recess 8 Clean and flush the injector Lubricate the o rings on the injector injector cap and injector screen with silicone lubricant Injector lejector Cap Figure 17 9 Reinstall the injector small and first injector cap and injector screen Caution Do not overtighten the plastic cap Seat he cap lightly into position Overtightening can cause breakage of the plastic cap which may nat ha auvidant immediata 11 Reconnect electric power and reset the time of day 10 Slowly open the water supply valve or return the bypass valve s to the not in bypass position 16 1129 m 258 4C ne Hydrostatic Test Pressure e er o Uer er E HR
11. WATER SOFTENER WITH 12 DAY SERIES TIMER CONTROL INSTALLATION amp OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Model AS0715 940 Serial Manufacturer and Supplier of i FILTRATION amp WATER TREATMENT PRODUCTS gt Water for commercial industrial and residential application Quality DUM Telephone 07 3219 2233 Facsimile 07 3219 2266 Email sales ibcwater com au Website www ibcwater com au 50715 940 Page 1 HARDNESS TEST 1 Water to be tested should be taken from tap after the water softener 2 Measure 10ml of water into plastic bottle supplied approximately 1 3 full 3 Add one Yes No tablet to sample water replace cap and shake until tablet has completely dissolved NOTE do not handle Yes No tablet with fingers 4 The final colour to be obtained for soft water is green Note The shade of green may vary If the colour turns red the water is above 20 mg l hardness therefore another regeneration is recommended 5 Rinse plastic bottle after each test has been completed 6 When used as above the tablets change the colour from green to red at a hardness of approximately 20ppm based on a sample volume of 10mls Other hardness test kits are available for more accurate testing eg Hardness Tablets Directions Take a 50ml sample of water in a screw capped bottle Add one 1 tablet to sample shake or crush to disintegrate Repeat until last trace of reddish tinge disappears The final colour
12. ated at the rear of the control If the unit is located more than 20ft 6 1m from the drain use 3 4in 1 9cm tubing for runs up to 40ft 12 2m You may elevate the line up to 6ft 1 8m providing the run does not exceed 15ft 4 6m and the water pressure at the conditioner is not less than 40psi 280kPa You may elevate an additional 2ft 61cm for each additional 10psi 70 of water pressure When the drain line is elevated and empties into a drain which is below the level of the control valve form a 7 inch 17cm loop at the drain end of the line so that the bottom of the loop is level with the drain line connection This provides an adequate siphon trap If the drain empties into an overhead sewer line a sink type trap must be used Note The above instructions reflect standard commercial practices Local codes may require different installation procedures Brine Line Connection Install the brine tube and connect to the fitting connection located on the air check on the tank adaptor module see Figure 2 Note Make sure that all fittings and connections are tight so that premature checking does not take place Premature checking occurs when the ball in the air check falls to the bottom before all brine is drawn out of the brine tank Refer to the Troubleshooting section in this manual for additional information Brine Tank Overflow Line Connection In the event of a malfunction the tank overflow connection directs o
13. commended Approx Maximum Pipe Size Resin Shipping Space Service Flow Volume Weight Required Rate kg a Inlet gram kg gram kg i Litres Per Kg Capacity amp Salt Automatic Dosage Model No m 0 70 50715 940 525 1 1050 3 6 15 25 12 15 27 0 50 1 2 CABINET BRINE CHAMBER POLY MOULDED Operating Pressure 140 690 kPa Temperature 5 x 50 C Electrical 240V 50Hz 3 watts maximum WARNING A pressure reduction valve should be installed in areas of high water pressure above 690kPa A water hammer arrestor should be installed if water hammer prevails Caution Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality FAILURE TO OBSERVE WARNINGS WILL VOID WARRANTY 50715 940 Page 4 INSTALLATION OF IBC CABINET WATER SOFTENER UNIT FITTED WITH MODEL 255 VALVE 940 CONTROL Check the equipment upon arrival for damage or shortages and report same to our Office or Agent before starting Position the Softener Cabinet on a firm foundation preferably concrete with sufficient space for operation and maintenance STEP 1 Connect inlet outlet pipes and drain line to control valve as per Instruction Booklet page 5 figure 3 Note The softener is supplied with the Autotrol Series 156 Bypass Valve as standard STEP 2 Remove lid from brine tank Then connect brine overflow drain line to waste trap STEP 3 Refer to Instruction Booklet for start up procedure page 6 Plac
14. control to brine draw to clean controller After so doing position control to brine slow rinse to remove brine from tank c Defective controller c Replace defective part 00 12 40 rage 50715 940 Page 29 6 Intermittent or irregular a Low water pressure a Water pressure must be 20 psi brine draw Minimum b Defective Injector b Replace both injector and injector cap 7 Noconditioned water a Unit did not regenerate a Check for power After regeneration b No salt in brine tank b Add salt to brine tank c Plugged injector c Remove injector and injector screen Flush with water d Air check prematurely closed d Put control momentarily into brine refill To free air check Replace or repair air check if needed Refer to brine line connection 8 Control backwashes at a Incorrect back wash controller a Replace with correct size controller Excessively low or high b Foreign matter effecting controller b Remove and clean controller seat and Rate Operation Ball 9 Flowing or dripping a Drain valve 5 or 6 or brine valve a Manually operate valve stem to flush Water at drain or brine 1 held open by foreign matter or Away obstruction Line after regeneration particle b Weak valve stem return spring on b Replace spring Top plate 10 Hard water leakage a Improper regeneration a Repeat regeneration making certain During service Correct salt usage is u
15. des Inspect the unit carefully for carrier shortage or shipping damage Location Selection e Locate unit as close to a drain as possible e If supplementary water treating equipment is required make sure that adequate additional space is available Locate the brine tank in an accessible place so that salt can easily be added e Do not install any unit closer than 10ft 3m of piping between the outlet of the water conditioner and the inlet of the water heater Water heaters can transmit heat back down the cold water pipe into the control valve Hot water can severely damage the controller A 10ft 3m total pipe run including bends elbows etc is a reasonable distance to prevent hot water damage positive way to prevent hot water from flowing from a heat source to the conditioner is to install a check valve in the soft water piping from the conditioner If a check valve is installed make sure that the water heating unit is equipped with a properly rated temperature and pressure safety relief valve Always conform to local codes e Do not locate the unit in an area where the temp ever falls below 34 F 1 C or over 120 F 49 C e Do not install the unit near acid or acid fumes e Do not expose the unit to petroleum products Page 10 Figure 1 Control Bypass Valve optional Brine Tube Fitting Air Check Connection 1 4 Tank Tread 2 1 2 8 male NPSM Figure 2 Tank Adaptor 50715 940 Page 11 Water
16. e air check Figure 7 fills with water and water flows through the brine line into the brine tank Do not run the water into the brine tank for more than one or two minutes Rotate the indicator knob counterclockwise until the indicator points to the centre of the BRINE SLOW RINSE position Check the water is being drawn from the brine tank The water level in the brine tank will recede very slowly Observe the water level for at least three minutes If the water level does not recede if it goes up or if air enters the air check sight glass and the ball falls and seats refer to the Troubleshooting section in this manual Page 13 Finally rotate the indicator knob counter clockwise until the indicator points to REGENERATION COMPLETE Run water from a nearby cold water faucet until the water is clear and soft Adjustment of Timer Indicator Knob Clock Dial PEL gti Day Pins Calendar Cap Do not rotate by hand 1 Set days of regeneration Figure 8 e Pull day pins outward away from control e Depress day pin s at day s for which regeneration is desired Note The NEXT DAY day pin is noted on the timer face Depressing this pin will insure regeneration the next day at approximately 2 00am Since the calendar cap progresses clockwise depressing the day pin immediately counterclockwise will insure regeneration the following day at 2 00 am This progression is noted on the timer face a
17. especially effective on iron bearing water No dynamic seals that could cause leakage through wear or fatigue e Control accepts NORYL or brass manifold modular bypass valve without modification offering complete versatility and easy plumbing for any installation e Brining control valve built into system eliminates need for any brine valve e Drain flow control is built into the valve to control backwash and fast rinse flow rates NORYL is a trademark of GE Plastics Superior Operation 50715 940 e Direct acting system functions independently of water pressure No pistons or diaphragms that require a minimum water pressure to operate e Five cycle operation provides for down flow service up flow backwash down flow brining down flow slow and fast rinse A sixth position is included for timed refill of the brine tank e Valve discs are held closed by water pressure and therefore are leak tight The sealing forces are increased as the water pressure is increased Valve seats are in a vertical position which is design position least vulnerable to plugging e System operation cannot get out of phase or sequence The control always returns to a fixed service position of regeneration regardless of where in the regeneration cycle it was started Bypass unconditioned water is automatically available during regeneration Installation All plumbing and electrical connections must conform to local co
18. ing conditioner into Service STEP 4 Load recommended quantity of water softener salt into brine tank and replace lid refer to Table 3 Brine Tank Salt Loading Table 3 MODEL RESIN LITRES BRINE TANK SALT LOADING KG 50715 940 Page 5 ASSEMBLE STRAINER TO VALVE BODY PUSH AND TWIST fe e INTERNAL RISER PIPE NOTE ON A NUMBER OF SOFTENER MODELS AND FILTERS IT IS NECESSARY TO PACKAGE THE VALVE WITH THE TOP STRAINER SUPPLIED LOOSE IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THIS STRAINER IS ASSEMBLED TO THE VALVE DURING INSTALLATION THE LENGTH OF THE INTERNAL RISER PIPE IS FACTORY ADJUSTED FOR THE TANK SIZE PROVIDED DO NOT SHORTEN THIS PIPE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES 50715 940 Page 6 9401 Low Voltage Timer Control The softener Control fitted is powered by a 240 to 12 Volt Transformer The Transformer plugs into a 10amp 240volt GPO and the transformer lead plugs into a socket located on the back of the timer at the left hand side The Transformer is only suitable for indoor mounting Indicator Knob e wofa em emna Salt Dial i ee Sinawa RATIOS Sims TI Clock Dial Day Pins Calendar Cap Do not rotate by hand Low Voltage Transformer Only use the included transformer for powering the Timer Connect the plug of the transformer cable to the mating socket at the rear of the Timer housing on the left hand side
19. ng Cycle 1000905 Cycle Adj Backwash 1000939 Retainer Calendar Not Shown 11 Motor Option 1 1000802 24V 50 Hz 1000803 24V 60 Hz 1000804 110V 50 Hz 1000805 100V 60 Hz 1000806 230V 50 Hz 1000807 115V 60 Hz 50715 940 Page 23 50715 940 Page 24 Valve Body and Tank Adaptor Module 50715 940 25 Code Part No 1 1000238 2 1000824 3 1000827 4 1000221 1000222 1000223 5 1000226 6 1000209 1000210 1000211 1000212 1000213 1000214 1000215 7 1030502 8 1032970 1032971 1032972 9 1000217 1000218 1000219 AS0715 940 Description Qty Valve Assy w o Flow Controls 1 Camshaft Std One Piece 1 Valve Cover Black 1 Brine Refill Flow Control Assy 1 14 33 40 GPM Screen Cap Assy With O ring 1 Backwash Control Assy With 1 O rings No 7 for 7 in Diameter Tank No 8 for 8 in Diameter Tank No 9 for 9 in Diameter Tank No 10 for 10 in Diameter Tank No 12 for 12 in Diameter Tank No 13 for 13 in Diameter Tank No 14 for 14 in Diameter Tank Ball Flow Control 1 Injector Assy With O rings 1 A Injector White B Injector Blue C Injector Red Injector Cap With O rings 1 A Cap B Cap C Cap Code 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 Part No Description Qty 1033784 Tank Adaptor Assy 1 1032416 Air Check Ass 1 1010429 O ring 3 1 8x3 1 2x3 16 BN 1 1010428 O ring 3 4x1x1 8 EP 1 Locking Bar 1 1031402 English Lang
20. nutes s arcta tose Read time Off Salt Dial Adjustment of Brine control All models may be tuned to produce maximum to minimum conditioning capacities by adjusting the Salt Dial Figure 9 The Salt Dial controls the amount of salt used per regeneration When desired the minimum setting may be used if the frequency of regeneration is increased to compensate for the lower regenerated conditioning capacity Salt Dial Indicator Knob How to Set the Salt Dial With the indicator knob in the REGENERATION COM PLETE position Figure 8 rotate the Salt Dial counter clockwise at least one full turn to cancel out the previous setting A light clicking will be replaced by a heavier clicking when the previous setting is cancelled Then rotate the Salt Dial to the proper salt setting The numbers on the dial are minutes of water flow to the brine tank When using the 4 gpm Brine Refill Control each minute corresponds to 1 2 pounds of salt The size of the brine control is embossed on the refill cap The embossed number corresponds to the gpm flow control Example 33 corresponds to 33 Page 14 gpm flow control One gallon of water will dissolve 3 0 pounds of salt To calculate the time for brine refill it is necessary to determine the needed pounds of salt and divide that number by three 3 pounds per gallon and also divide by the flow control The result is the time setting in minutes for brine refill
21. placement 22 Trouble SHOOTING 26 Disinfection of Water 27 Page 9 50715 940 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a water conditioner system featuring the Series 255 with a model 940 Control The Model 940 Control provides dependable time clock based operation The Series 255 valve combines simplicity with reinforced NORYL construction to provide an uncommonly reliable appliance The inherent quality of the system means a long life of efficient trouble free soft water If maintenance becomes necessary the Series 255 940 Control offers a unique separation capability illustrated in the Service section of this manual Superior design Single synchronous electric motor provides all the power for the clock and the operation of the control e Electrical wiring is factory assembled System cannot be connected incorrectly e Program clock 940 timer and 960 Demand system are interchangeable Both units provide guest regeneration capability e System may be indexed manually with or without power to any one of its service or regeneration positions Legend on timer faceplate indicates control valve position e No moving parts in water stream means close tolerance parts subject to fouling Thus the system is
22. rine tank has water init so the solution is carried into the conditioner Proceed with normal regeneration Refer to the Manual Regeneration section for this manual Calcium Hypochlorite Calcium Hypochlorite 70 available chlorine is available in several forms including tablets and granules These solid materials can be used directly without dissolving before application The recommended dosage for Calcium Hypochlorite is two grains approx 0 1 ounce per cubic foot Complete the following steps to disinfect the conditioner Add the Calcium Hypochlorite to the brine well of the brine tank Make sure that he brine tank has water in it so the solution is carried into the conditioner Proceed with normal regeneration Refer to the Manual Regeneration section of this manual Page 30
23. s FUTURE DAYS 2 Setthe time of day e Rotate Clock Dial until the pointer is directed at the current time Note With the time of day properly set the conditioner will regenerate at about 2 00 am If you prefer to have the unit regenerate at an earlier or later time simply set the current time of day accordingly e g To have the unit REGENERATE at 4 00am 2 hours later set the clock 2 hours later than the actual time Note Do not rotate the Calendar Cap by hand the clock dial indexes it daily To manually index the Calendar Cap rotate the Clock Dial clockwise one complete turn for every day to be indexed 50715 940 Special Features of Timer Guest Cycle When abnormally high water usage exhausts the water conditioner s capacity ahead of schedule an extra regeneration can be achieved by turning the indicator knob counterclockwise to START Figure 8 It will take a few minutes for regen eration to begin The normal regeneration schedule will not be disrupted Manual Regeneration Electricity is used only to run the timer and to rotate the camshaft All other functions are operated by water pressure Therefore in the event of a power outage all the various regeneration positions may be dialled manually by rotating the indicator knob counterclockwise Manual time cycle 14 minutes BRINE AND SLOW RINSE 52 minutes FAST 6 mi
24. sed b Leaking external bypass valve b Replace o ring c O ring around riser tube c Replace o ring Damaged d Replace defective part Leaking past bypass valve disc Disinfection of Water Conditioners The construction materials of the water conditioner system do not support bacterial growth or contaminated the water supply However we recommend that the conditioners be disinfected after installation and before the conditioners are used to treat potable water In addition a conditioner can become fouled with organic matter during normal usage or with bacteria from the water supply Periodic disinfection is recommended for all conditioners Use one of the following methods of disinfection based on operating conditions style of conditioner type of ion exchange and disinfectant available Sodium Hypochlorite Sodium Hypochlorite 5 25 solutions can be used with polystyrene resin synthetic gel zeolite greensand and bentonites and are available under trade names such as Chlorox Linco Bo Peep White Sail and Eagle Brand Bleach Adjust the dosage if stronger commercial solutions are used The recommended dosage for 5 25 solution is e Polystyrene resin 1 2 fluid ounces per cubic foot e Non resinous exchangers 0 8 fluid ounces per cubic foot 50715 940 Complete the following steps to disinfect the conditioner Add the sodium hypochlorite solution to the brine well of the brine tank Make sure that the b
25. t draw a Low water pressure a Water pressure must be 20 psi Brine minimum b Restricted drain line b Remove restriction c Injector plugged c Clean injector and screen d Defective injector d Replace injector cap e Valve disc 2 and or 3 not closed e Flush out foreign matter holding disc s open by manually operating valve stem s Replace if needed f Air check prematurely closed f Put control momentarily into brine refill replace or repair air check if needed Refer to Brine Line Connection 4 Brine tank overflow a Brine valve disc1 being held open Flush out foreign matter holding disc By foreign matter open by manually operating valve stem b Uncontrolled brine refill flow rate b Remove and clean brine refill flow control c Valve disc 2 and or 3 not closed c Flush out foreign matter holding disc s During brine draw causing brine open by manually operating valve refill stem s Air leak in brine line air check d Check all connections in brine line for leaks Refer to Brine Line Connection Improper drain control for injector Too small of a drain control with injector will reduce draw rates Reference Pressure Graphs 5 System using more or a Inaccurate setting a Make correct setting less salt than salt control b Foreign matter in controller b Remove salt controller and flush out Is set for Causing incorrect flow rates foreign matter Manually position
26. the conditioner into service 1 Grasp the indicator knob on the timer Figure 8 and rotate it counterclockwise about 45 to the back wash position You may find it helpful to remove the rear cover Figure 10 and rotate the camshaft counterclockwise at the same time 2 Fill the mineral tank with water by turning the water supply off and placing the bypass valve s into the not in bypass position Open the water supply valve very slowly to approximately the 1 4 open position If the water supply valve is opened too rapidly or too far resin may be lost In the BACKWASH position you should hear air escaping slowly from the drain line Caution 50715 940 3 When all the air is purged from the tank water begins to flow steadily from the drain slowly open the main supply valve all the way Allow the water to run into the drain until the water appears clear Turn off the water supply and wait for about five minutes to allow all trapped air to escape from the tank 4 Add water to the brine tank initial fill With a bucket or hose add approximately 4 gallons 15 litres of water to the brine tank Injector Cap Refill Control Cap Air Check Figure 7 5 To start up the unit make sure the water supply valve is in the full open position Carefully rotate the indicator knob Figure 8 counterclockwise until the indicator points directly to the centre of the REFILL position and hold there until th
27. uage 1006093 Screw No 8x9 16 in1 1001580 Spring Valve Discs 9 Kits 1033066 New to Old Air Check Adaptor 1000250 Valve Discs Replacement Shown 1001404 O ring Group Tank Adaptor 1040459 O ring Group Piping Boss 1000252 Severe Service Valve Discs Shown 1041010 Optional Riser Insert 13 16 Page 26 Bypass Valve and Piping Boss Code Part No 1 1040769 2 1040524 3 1001606 1001670 1001608 1001609 1001613 1001614 1001615 1001769 1001603 1001604 1001605 1001611 1001610 1001612 50715 940 Description Bypass Body Assy Installation Kit 3 4 in Copper Tube Adaptor Kit 1 1 in Copper Tube Adaptor Kit 22mm Copper Tube Adaptor Kit 28mmCopper Tube Adaptor Kit 1 3 4 in CPVC Tube Adaptor Kit 1 in CPVC Tube Adaptor Kit 25mm CPVC Tube Adaptor Kit 1 3 4 in NPT Plastics Pipe Kit 1 in NPT Plastics Pipe Kit 3 4 in BSPT Plastic Pipe Adaptor Kit 1 BSPT Plastic Pipe Adaptor Kit 3 4 in BSPT Brass Pipe Adaptor Kit 1 in NPT Brass Pipe Adaptor Kit 1 in BSPT Brass Pipe Adaptor Kit Qty 1 Code Part No Piping Boss 4 Kit 1040277 1040278 1040281 1040282 1040279 1040280 1040283 1040284 1040339 Description Qty Piping Boss Includes Hardware 3 4 in NPT Brass 3 8 in NPT Drain 1 in NPT Brass 1 2 in NPT Drain 3 4 in BSPT Brass 3 8 in BSPT Drain 1 in BSPT Brass 1 2 in BSPT Drain 3 4 in NPT Noryl 1 2 in NPT Drain 1 in NPT Noryl 1 2
28. verflow to the drain instead of spilling on the floor where it could cause water damage Complete the following steps to connect the overflow fitting to the brine tank 1 Locate the fitting hole on the side of the brine tank Page 12 2 Insert the overflow fitting not supplied into the tank and tighten with the plastic thumbnut and gasket as illustrated in Figure 6 3 Attache a length of 1 2in 1 3cm tubing not supplied to the fitting and run to the drain Note Don not elevate the overflow line higher than 3in 7 6cm below the bottom of the overflow fitting Do not tie into the drain line of the control unit The overflow line must be a direct separate line from the overflow fitting to the drain sewer or tube Allow an air gap as in the drain line connection Figure 5 Overflow Fitting Installed Brine Tank 1 0 Tubing or lese anu Run 1r Drain Figure 6 Overflow Line Connection Electrical Connection Remove the twist tie from the power cord and extend the cord to its full length Make the power source matches the electrical rating of the control Be sure the outlet you select is not controlled by a wall switch Placing Conditioner into Operation After the water conditioning system is physically installed we recommend that the conditioner be disinfected before it is used to treat potable water Refer to the Disinfection of Water Conditioners section in this manual Complete the following steps to place

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