Morton M340012 Instructions / Assembly
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1. 030 for Model M30 or 034 for Model M34 shows in the display Then press the SELECT button to set and change to the flashing PRESENT TIME display Step 1 Set Time of Day If the words PRESENT TIME do not show in the dis play press the SELECT button until they do 1 Press the A UP or Y DOWN buttons to set the present time Up moves the display ahead down sets the time back Be sure AM or PM is correct l St A eL M PRESENT TIME PRESENT TIME FIG 16 NOTE Press buttons and quickly release to slowly advance the display Hold the buttons down for fast advance TONIGHT Press NOW Hold for 3 Seconds UP button oe ai DOWN button FIG 17 SELECT button Step 2 Set Water Hardness Number 1 Press the SELECT button once again to display a flashing 25 and the word HARDNESS JC Lt HARDNESS FIG 18 2 Press the A UP or Y DOWN buttons to set your water s hardness number NOTE If your water supply contains iron compen sate for it by adding to the water hardness number For example assume your water is 20 gpg hard and contains 2 ppm iron Add 5 to the hardness number for each 1 ppm of iron In this example you would use 30 for your hardness number 20 gpg hardness 2 ppm ironx5 10 10 times 30 HARDNESS NUMBER Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 13 Programming the Water Softener Models M20 M27 amp M30 Step 3 Set2. System Saver Water Softener Model M20 Model M27 Model M30 Model M34 How to install operate and maintain your Demand Controlled Water Softener Do not return water softener to store If you have any questions or concerns when installing operating or maintaining your water softener call our toll free number 1 888 64 WATER 1 888 649 2837 Monday Friday 8 AM 7 PM EST or visit www systemsaver com h aa When you call please be prepared to provide the model and serial number of your product found on the rating decal located on the rim below the salt lid hinges Systems tested and certified by NSF International BALI against NSF ANSI Standard 44 S E for hardness reduction and efficiency and certified to NSF ANSI Standard 372 ANO For best results use Morton System Saver Il Pellets in your water softener Installation and Operation Manual 7339824 Rev B 5 9 14 For best results use Morton System Saver Il Pellets to soften your water am R AMERICA S 1 BRAND System Saver Il Patented Water Softening Pellets 2 Reduce Iron Buildup amp Extend Softener Life HOUSEKEEPING Helps improve appliance and water heater efficiency 99 7 Pure Salt Made in the USA PEND Ry Morton System Saver Il Pellets offer superior performance and convenience Morton System Saver Il Pellets are created from high purity salt combined with res
3. Ferrous clear water iron Ferric red water iron Bacterial and organically bound iron e Colloidal and inorganically bound iron ferrous or ferric Ferrous clear water iron is soluble and dissolves in water This water softener will reduce moderate amounts of this type of iron see specifications Ferrous clear water iron is usually detected by taking a sample of water in a clear bottle or glass Immediately after taking the sample is clear As the water sample stands it gradually clouds and turns slightly yellow or brown as air oxidizes the iron This usually occurs in 15 to 30 minutes When using the softener to reduce Ferrous clear water iron add 5 grains to the hardness setting for every 1 ppm of Ferrous clear water iron See Set Water Hardness Number section Ferric red water and bacterial and organically bound irons are insoluble This water softener will not remove ferric or bacterial iron This iron is visible immediately when drawn from a faucet because it has oxidized before reaching the home It appears as small cloudy yellow orange or reddish suspended particles After the water stands for a period of time the particles settle to the bottom of the container Generally these irons are removed from water by filtra tion Chlorination is also recommended for bacterial iron Colloidal and inorganically bound iron is of ferric or fer rous form that will not filter or exchange out of water This
4. down sets the time back Be sure AM or PM is correct FIG 28 NOTE Press buttons and quickly release to slowly advance the display Hold the buttons down for fast advance Step 2 Set Water Hardness Number 1 Press the SELECT button once again to display a flashing 25 and the words SET HARDNESS 2 Press the A UP or Y DOWN buttons to set your water s hardness number TONIGHT Press NOW Hold for 3 Seconds Low Salt LED Indicator O Low Salt UP button OT FIG 29 DOWN button HARDNESS JC Lt FIG 30 NOTE If your water supply contains iron compen sate for it by adding to the water hardness number For example assume your water is 20 gpg hard and contains 2 ppm iron Add 5 to the hardness number for each 1 ppm of iron In this example you would use 30 for your hardness number 20 gpg hardness 2 ppm ironx5 10 10 times 30 HARDNESS NUMBER Step 3 Set Recharge Regeneration Time Your demand water softener will automatically regener ate when it needs to based on water usage The time of day that the automatic recharge cycle begins may be changed as follows 1 Press the SELECT button once again to display a flashing 2 00AM and the words SET RECHARGE TIME This is a good time for the recharge to start in most households because water is not in use RECHARGE TIME no LUI Fie 31 2 If you want to change the recharge start time press t
5. and connect the 3 8 drain line provided to the salt storage tank over flow elbow and secure in place with a hose clamp 2 Run the hose to the floor drain or other suitable drain point no higher than the drain fitting on the salt storage tank This is a gravity drain If the tank overfills with water the excess water flows to the drain point Cut the drain line to the desired length and route it neatly out of the way IMPORTANT For proper operation of the water soften er do not connect the water softener valve drain hose from Step 6 to the salt storage tank overflow hose Step 8 Pressure Testing for Leaks To prevent air pressure in the water softener and plumbing system do the following steps exactly in order 1 Fully open two or more softened cold water faucets nearby the water softener located downstream from the water softener 2 Place the single bypass valve or 3 valve bypass in bypass position See Figures 7 amp 8 3 Fully open the main water supply valve Run water until there is a steady flow from the opened faucets with no air bubbles 4 Place bypass valve s in service or soft water posi tion exactly as follows Single bypass valve Slowly move the valve stem toward service pausing several times to allow the water softener to fill with water 3 valve bypass Fully close the bypass valve and open the outlet valve Slowly open the inlet valve pausing several times to allow the water s
6. at least 20 minutes Close the faucet Recommended by the Water Quality Association On some water supplies the unit may need periodic disinfecting Step 13 Restart the Water Heater Turn on the electricity or fuel supply to the water heater and relight the pilot if applicable NOTE The water heater is filled with hard water and as hot water is used it refills with conditioned water In a few days the hot water will be fully conditioned To have fully conditioned hot water immediately wait until the initial recharge Step 12 is over Then drain the water heater following instructions for water heater until water runs cold Questions Call Toll Free 1 888 64 WATER 1 888 649 2837 Monday Friday 8 AM 7 PM EST or visit www systemsaver com When you call please be prepared to provide the model and serial number found on the rating decal located on the rim below the salt lid hinges 12 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Programming the Water Softener Models M20 M27 amp M30 Display RECHARGE button When the power supply is plugged into the electrical outlet a model code and a test number example J2 0 begin to flash in the faceplate display Then 12 00 PM and the words PRESENT TIME begin to flash NOTE If shows in the display press the A UP or Y DOWN button until the model code 020 for Model M20 027 for Model M27
7. in the display PM 1I iL RECHARGE NOW FIG 23 RECHARGE NOW initiated During the recharge cycle the screen will flash RECHARGE NOW When the recharge cycle is complete full softened water capacity will be restored NOTE Avoid using hot water while the softener is regenerating because the water heater will refill with bypass hard water Recharge Tonight If you do not want to start an immediate recharge but would like to schedule an extra recharge at the next preset recharge time do the following 1 Press and release do not hold the RECHARGE button RECHARGE TONIGHT FIG 24 RECHARGE TONIGHT initiated The words RECHARGE TONIGHT flash in the dis play and the softener will recharge at the next recharge time The words RECHARGE NOW will flash during the regeneration When completed full water conditioning capacity is restored Adjustable Backwash If your incoming water supply has higher sediments or clear water iron a longer Backwash and or Fast Rinse time may help in keeping the unit cleaner To change the length of the Backwash 1 Press and hold the SELECT button until the screen in Figure 25 is displayed FIG 25 2 Press the SELECT button twice so that bA TIME appears in the display See Figure 26 FIG 26 3 Press the A UP or DOWN buttons to set the length of Backwash in minutes 4 When the desired Backwash time appears in the display press
8. not draw brine check for most likely to least likely Dirty or plugged nozzle and venturi see Cleaning the Nozzle and Venturi section Nozzle and venturi not seated on the gasket or gasket deformed Valve seals leaking Restriction in valve drain causing a back pres sure bends kinks elevated too high etc See Install Valve Drain Hose section Obstruction in brine valve or brine tubing NOTE If water system pressure is low an elevated drain hose may cause back pressure stop ping brine draw Press the RECHARGE button to move the soften er s valve into the backwash position Look for a fast flow of water from the drain hose Check that the drain can adequately handle the flow and vol ume o An obstructed flow indicates a plugged top distribu tor backwash flow plug or drain hose 4 Press the RECHARGE button to move the soften er s valve into the fast rinse position Again look for a fast drain flow Allow the softener to rinse for a few minutes to flush out any brine that may remain in the resin tank from the brining cycle test 5 To return the softener s valve to the service posi tion press the RECHARGE button Need help troubleshooting Call Toll Free 1 888 64 WATER 1 888 649 2837 Monday Friday 8 AM 7 PM EST or visit www systemsaver com When you call please be prepared to provide the model and serial number found on the rating decal located on the rim below the s
9. the Manual Advance Diagnostics see below to further isolate the problem Procedure for removing error code from dis play 1 Unplug power supply from electrical outlet 2 Correct problem 3 Plug power supply back in 4 Wait 8 minutes The error code will return if the problem was not corrected Manual Advance Diagnostics Use the following procedures to advance the water softener through the regeneration cycles to check operation Remove the top cover to expose the valve and ob serve cam and switch operation during valve rotation 1 Press and hold SELECT for 3 seconds until O00 shows in the display then release 2 The 3 digits indicate water meter operation as fol lows 000 steady Soft water not in use and no flow through the meter Open a nearby soft water faucet 000 to 199 continual Repeats for each gallon of water passing through the meter 3 The letter P and a dash or dashes indicate POSITION switch operation See Figure 45 If the letter appears the switch is closed If the dash shows the switch is open TURBINE Water Switch FIG 45 Meter 4 Use the RECHARGE button to manually advance the valve into each cycle and check correct switch operation NOTE Be sure water is in contact with the salt and not separated by a salt bridge See Breaking A Salt Bridge section 5 While in this diagnostic screen the following infor mation is available and may b
10. the electronic con troller will restart 4 Set the present time hardness etc as described on pages 13 amp 14 for Models M20 M27 amp M30 or pages 16 amp 17 for Model M34 Manual Advance Regeneration Check This check verifies proper operation of the valve motor brine tank fill brine draw regeneration flow rates and other controller functions Always make the initial checks and the manual initiated diagnos tics NOTE The electronic control display must show a steady time not flashing If an error code shows first press the SELECT button to enter the diagnostic display 1 Press the RECHARGE button and hold in for 3 seconds RECHARGE begins to flash as the soft ener s valve advances from the service to fill posi tion Remove the brinewell cover and using a flashlight observe fill water entering the tank If water does not enter the tank look for an obstructed nozzle venturi fill flow plug brine tub ing or brine valve riser pipe 2 After observing fill press the RECHARGE button to move the softener s valve into the brine position A slow flow of water to the drain will begin Verify brine draw from the brine tank by shining a flash light into the brinewell and observing a noticeable drop in the liquid level This may take 15 to 20 minutes NOTE Be sure water is in contact with the salt and not separated by a salt bridge See Breaking A Salt Bridge section If the water softener does
11. 2 8 io it oan e a a eee ead BOS We rey 19 20 Troubleshootinig eil nie ested eo RAS RA e Pe ee AG eae ae 21 22 Exploded View amp PartS List ii iii 20008 a e added obese vege sped d aiai ag doe bew ee pee 24 27 RESIDENTIAL LIMITED WARRANTY Seller warrants to the original owner that e For a period of ten 10 years from the date of purchase the salt storage tank and fiberglass mineral tank will not rust corrode leak burst or fail to perform to their specifications e For a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase all other parts will be free of defects in material and workmanship If during such respective period a part proves to be defective Seller will ship a replacement part directly to your home without charge If you have questions regarding a Morton product need assistance with installation or troubleshooting wish to order a part or report a warranty issue we are just a phone call away Simply dial 1 888 64WATER 1 888 649 2837 for assistance or visit www systemsaver com This water softener is manufactured for Morton P O Box 25290 Woodbury MN 55125 0290 General Provisions The warranty does not apply to any defect malfunction or failure arising from relating to or caused by i operation at water pressures which exceed 125 psi or at water temperatures which exceed 120 F ii repairs made by others than or without the consent of Seller or if the product has been subject to abuse misuse neg
12. Nos 19 21 19 on Wing Nut 1 4 20 Spacer 3 4 long Screw 1 4 20 x 1 1 2 Overflow Hose Adaptor Kit 7331258 includes Key Nos 22 24 Adaptor Elbow 7310202 Brine Valve Assembly 7327568 Float Stem amp Guide Assembly 7139999 Drain Hose 20 ft H Not illustrated Questions Call Toll Free 1 888 64 WATER 1 888 649 2837 Monday Friday 8 AM 7 PM EST or visit www systemsaver com When you call please be prepared to provide the model and serial number found on the rating decal located on the rim below the salt lid hinges Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 25 Valve Exploded View Wear Strip Seal amy Cross section View 26 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Valve Parts List T rs SAREE rs eo re Sea tudes Key Nos 60 55 of orme eee 66 7062087 Wave Waste i 969655 ne Key Nos 68 865 _ e wa vensa ef r few Installation Adaptor 3 4 pack of 2 71 7342673 including 2 ea Clips amp O Rings See Key Nos 70 amp 72 Key MIO 7337571 O Ring 15 16 x 1 3 16 pack of 4 i Turbine amp Support Assembly 7113040 including 2 O Rings See Key No 72 amp 1 ea of Key Nos 73 amp 74 Nut Ferue Ferrule NE 80 7095030 Cone Screen fas 7170262 O Ring te 89 7357466 Valve Cover 90 7342657 Screw AI0 14x 5 em p
13. Recharge Regeneration Time Your demand water softener will automatically regen erate when it needs to based on water usage The time of day that the automatic recharge cycle begins may be changed as follows 1 Press the SELECT button once again to display a flashing 2 00AM and the words RECHARGE TIME This is a good time for the recharge to start in most households because water is not in use RECHARG FIG 19 2 If you want to change the recharge start time press the A UP or Y DOWN buttons until the desired time shows Be sure AM or PM is correct 3 Press the SELECT button once more to complete the initial programming The current time of day will show in the display Step 4 Set Salt Efficiency When this feature is ON the water softener will oper ate at salt efficiencies of 4000 grains of hardness per pound of salt or higher May recharge more often using smaller salt dosage but more regeneration water The softener is shipped with this feature set OFF 1 Press and hold the SELECT button until one of the screens in Figure 20 is displayed Once in this dis play press the SELECT button once and one of the two displays in Figure 21 is shown FIG 20 2 Press the A UP or DOWN buttons to set ON or OFF When set to ON the efficiency icon will be displayed in the upper right hand corner of the nor mal run display FIG 21 3 Press the SELECT button three times to return to the nor
14. UTHORIZED TO EXTEND EXPAND OR MODIFY THE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY DESCRIBED ABOVE Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclusions or limitations of inci dental or consequential damage so the limitations and exclusions in this warranty may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state This warranty applies to consumer owned installations only Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Inspect Shipment The parts required to assemble and install the unit are Remove and discard or recycle all packing materials included in a bag Thoroughly check the water soften To avoid loss of small parts we suggest you keep the er for possible shipping damage and parts loss Also small parts in the parts bag until you are ready to use inspect and note any damage to the shipping carton them Packing List Installation Drain Hose Adaptors Clips including 1 spare H Cl Adaptor Elb G t ose Clamps aptor Elbow romme FIG 1 Do not return the water softener to store If you have any questions or there are missing parts or damage please call Toll Free 1 888 64WATER 1 888 649 2837 Monday Friday 8 am 7 pm EST When you call please be prepared to provide the model and serial number of your product found on the rating decal located on the rim below the salt lid hinges For more insta
15. ack of Bypass Valve Assembly 3 4 in ES cluding 2 O Rings See Key No 72 Questions Call Toll Free 1 888 64 WATER 1 888 649 2837 Monday Friday 8 AM 7 PM EST or visit www systemsaver com When you call please be prepared to provide the model and serial number found on the rating decal located on the rim below the salt lid hinges Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 27
16. ackwash If your incoming water supply has higher sediments or clear water iron a longer Backwash and or Fast Rinse time may help in keeping the unit cleaner To change the length of the Backwash 1 Press and hold the SELECT button until the screen in Figure 38 is displayed FIG 38 2 Press the SELECT button twice so that SET TIME bA appears in the display See Figure 39 FIG 39 3 Press the A UP or Y DOWN buttons to set the length of Backwash in minutes 4 When the desired Backwash time appears in the display press the SELECT button twice to return to the normal run time of day screen Adjustable Fast Rinse To change the length of the Fast Rinse 1 Press and hold the SELECT button until the screen in Figure 38 is displayed 2 Press the SELECT button three times so that SET TIME Fr appears in the display See Figure 40 FIG 40 3 Press the A UP or Y DOWN buttons to set the length of Fast Rinse in minutes 4 When the desired Fast Rinse time appears in the display press the SELECT button once to return to the normal run time of day screen Setting backwash and or fast rinse times too low may result in salty tasting water after regeneration 18 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Customizing Features Options All Models Power Outage Memory If electrical power to the softener is interrupted the time display is blank but the electro
17. alt lid hinges 22 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Notes Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 23 Softener Exploded View Valve Assembly See Pages 26 amp 27 15 for parts gt age 24 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Softener Parts List Key ae Distributor O Ring Kit 112908 includes Key Nos 1 3 O Ring 2 7 8 x 3 1 4 O Ring 13 16 x 1 1 16 7077870 Top Distributor 7105047 Repl Bottom Distributor Tank Neck Clamp Kit et includes Key Nos 6 amp 7 ej nm Clamp Section 2 req Retainer Clip 2 req Repl Resin Tank 8 x 35 7114787 Models M20 amp M27 Repl Resin Tank 9 x 35 7264922 Models M30 amp M34 7331143 Repl Brine Tank 7330985 Top Cover order decal below Faceplate Decal 13 7931371 Models M20 M27 amp M30 7331630 Faceplate Decal Model M34 7330993 Salt Lid order decal below Instruction Decal a 7331339 Models M20 M27 amp M30 7331614 Instruction Decal Model M34 Key ui Repl Electronic Control Board i5 931948 PWA Models M20 M27 amp M30 Repl Electronic Control Board 7331834 PWA Model M34 7337482 Power Supply 28V DC 7155115 Cover Brinewell 7338145 Brinewel Eee a Mounting Hardware Kit IRSA includes Key
18. amp venturi See Figure 42 is a necessity for the water softener to work properly This small component creates the suction to move brine from the brine tank into the resin tank If it should become plugged with sand silt dirt etc the water softener will not work and hard water will result cn O ring Seal Screen Support Les Screen 2 Nozzle amp Venturi Disc Blow 0g S Cone Screen Gasket__ va _ Flow Plug HVDC S3 Housing Install with lettered side up concave side down Ferrule Nut IMPORTANT Be sure small hole in the gasket is cen tered directly over the small hole in the nozzle amp ven turi housing Be sure the numbers are facing up FIG 42 To get access to the nozzle amp venturi remove the water softener s top cover Put the bypass valve s into the bypass position Be sure the water softener is in soft water service cycle no water pressure at noz zle amp venturi Then holding the nozzle amp venturi housing with one hand unscrew the cap Do not lose the o ring seal Lift out the screen support and screen Then remove the nozzle amp venturi disc gasket and flow plug s Wash the parts in warm soapy water and rinse in fresh water Be sure to clean both the top and bottom of the nozzle amp venturi disc If needed use a small brush to remove iron or dirt Do not scratch misshape etc surfaces of the nozzle amp ven turi Carefully replace all parts in t
19. ay regenera tion discharge drain water Use a floor drain laundry tub sump standpipe or other options check your local codes See Air Gap Requirements and Valve Drain Requirements sections The water softener works on 28V DC electrical power supplied by a direct plug in power supply included Provide nearby a 120V 60Hz electrical outlet in accordance with NEC and local codes e Always install the water softener between the water inlet and water heater Any other installed water conditioning equipment should be installed between the water inlet and water softener See Figure 4 below Avoid installing in direct sunlight Excessive sun heat may cause distortion or other damage to non metallic parts Plumbing Codes All plumbing must be completed in accordance with national state and local plumbing codes In the state of Massachusetts The Commonwealth of Massachusetts plumbing code 248 CMR shall be adhered to A licensed plumber shall be used for this installation Air Gap Requirements A drain is needed for the water discharged from the valve during the softener s regeneration cycle See Figure 3 A floor drain close to the water softener is preferred A laundry tub standpipe etc are other drain options Secure valve drain hose in place Leave an air gap of 1 1 2 between the end of the hose and the drain This gap is needed to prevent backflow of sewer water into the water softener Do not p
20. during regenerations 1 Plug the water softener s power supply into an elec trical outlet that is not controlled by a switch and is approved by local codes Step 11 Program the Controller 1 Install the softener s top cover and salt lid Instructions 2 Complete the programming steps on Pages 13 amp 14 for Models M20 M27 amp M30 or Pages 16 amp 17 for Model M34 Step 12 Sanitizing the Softener Care is taken at the factory to keep your unit clean and sanitary Materials used to make the unit will not infect or contaminate your water supply and will not cause bacteria to form or grow However during shipping storage installation and operation bacteria could get into the unit For this reason sanitizing as follows is suggested when installing 1 Open salt lid remove the brinewell cover and pour about 3 oz 6 tablespoons of household bleach into the softener brinewell Replace the brinewell cover 2 Make sure the bypass valve s is in the service open position 3 Start a recharge Press the RECHARGE button and hold for 3 seconds until RECHARGE NOW begins to flash in the display This recharge draws the sani tizing bleach into and through the water softener Any air remaining in the unit is purged to the drain 4 After the recharge has completed fully open a cold water faucet downstream from the softener and allow 50 gallons of water to pass through the sys tem This should take
21. e beneficial for vari ous reasons This information is retained by the computer from the first time electrical power is applied to the electronic controller a Press the A UP button to display the number of days this electronic control has had electrical power applied b Press the Y DOWN button to display the number of regenerations initiated by this electronic con trol since the code number was entered 6 Press and hold the SELECT button until the model code o20 for Model M20 o27 for Model M27 030 for Model M30 or 034 for Model M34 shows in the display This code identifies the sof tener model If an incorrect model code is dis played the softener will operate on incorrect con figuration data FIG 46 7 To change the code number press the A UP or Y DOWN button until the correct code shows 8 To return to the present time display press the SELECT button Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 21 Troubleshooting Resetting to Factory Defaults To reset the electronic controller to its factory default for all settings time hardness etc 1 Press the SELECT button and hold it until the dis play changes twice to show CODE and the flash ing model code 2 Press the A UP button a few times if necessary to display a flashing SoS Models M20 M27 amp M30 Model M34 CODE ALII SUI FIG 47 3 Press the SELECT button and
22. e maximum Use a pressure reducing valve if necessary Adding a pressure reducing valve may reduce the flow If your home is equipped with a back flow preventer an expansion tank must be installed in accordance with local codes and laws The water softener works on 28V DC electrical power supplied by a direct plug in power supply included Be sure to use the included power supply and plug it into a nominal 120V 60 Hz household outlet that is in a dry location only grounded and properly protected by an overcurrent device such as a circuit breaker or fuse Do not use this system to treat water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate dis infection upstream or downstream of the system ay European Directive 2002 96 EC requires all electrical and electronic equipment to be disposed of accord ae Y er disposal of this equipment ing to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE requirements This directive or similar laws are in place nationally and can vary from region to region Please refer to your state and local laws for prop Water Conditioning Information Iron Iron in water can cause stains on clothing and plumb ing fixtures It can negatively affect the taste of food drinking water and other beverages Iron in water is measured in parts per million ppm The total ppm of iron and type or types is determined by chemical analysis Four different types of iron in water are
23. e often using smaller salt dosage but more regeneration water The softener is shipped with this feature set OFF 1 Press and hold the SELECT button until one of the screens in Figure 33 is displayed Once in this dis play press the SELECT button once and one of the two displays in Figure 34 is shown FIG 33 2 Press the A UP or Y DOWN buttons to set ON or OFF When set to ON the efficiency icon will be displayed on the right hand side of the normal run display Efficiency Icon FIG 34 3 Press the SELECT button three times to return to the normal run display See Figure 35 Displayed when efficiency is set to ON California Efficiency Requirement Your Morton Water Softener has a High Efficiency feature with an ON or OFF setting This softener setting is shipped in the OFF posi tion which utilizes the maximum rated capacity while most often achieving maximum salt effi ciencies When installing this unit in the State of California you MUST turn this setting to the ON position which may initiate more frequent recharges However it will operate at 4000 grains per pound of salt or higher If you wish to turn the Salt Efficiency feature ON icon will show in the display follow the instructions on this page Questions Call Toll Free 1 888 64 WATER 1 888 649 2837 Monday Friday 8 AM 7 PM EST or visit www systemsaver com When you call please be prepared to provide the mode
24. he A UP or DOWN buttons until the desired time shows Be sure AM or PM is correct 16 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Programming the Water Softener Model M34 Step 4 Set Salt Level The water softener has a low salt indicator light to remind you to refill the storage tank with salt NOTE You must set salt level each time salt is added to the water softener To set this monitor system 1 Lift the salt lid and level the salt in the storage tank 2 The salt level scale on the brinewell inside the tank has numbers from 0 to 8 See Fig 32 Observe the highest number the leveled salt is at or closest to li SET SALT LEVEL 8 Brine i nf wi 7 well i L L Salt SET SALT LEVEL Level D Num 4 bers PRESTR FIG 32 3 Press the SELECT button to display the words SET SALT LEVEL 4 Press the A UP or DOWN buttons to set the salt level to match the number on the brinewell At level 2 or below the Low Salt indicator light will flash If you wish to turn this feature off press the Y DOWN button past 0 and the word OFF flash es in the display 5 Press the SELECT button once more to complete the initial programming The current time of day will show in the display Step 5 Set Salt Efficiency When this feature is ON the water softener will oper ate at salt efficiencies of 4000 grains of hardness per pound of salt or higher May recharge mor
25. he correct order Lubricate the o ring seal with silicone grease and locate in place Install and tighten the cap by hand while supporting the housing Overtightening may break the cap or housing Put the bypass valve s into service soft water position Recharge the softener to reduce water level in the tank This will also assure that the softener is com pletely recharged and ready to provide softened water again Check the water level in the tank by looking down the brinewell If the water level does not drop after a recharge the problem has not been resolved Call 1 888 64 WATER Monday Friday 8 am to 7 pm EST or visit www systemsaver com Protect the Water Softener from Freezing If the softener is installed where it could freeze sum mer cabin lake home etc you must drain all water from it to stop possible freeze damage To drain the softener 1 Close the shut off valve on the house main water pipe near the water meter or pressure tank 2 Open a faucet in the soft water pipes to vent pres sure in the softener 3 Move the stem in the single bypass valve to bypass Close the inlet and outlet valve in a 3 valve bypass system and open the bypass valve If you want water in the house pipes again reopen the shut off valve on the main water pipe 4 Unplug the power supply at the wall outlet Remove the softener s top cover together with the salt lid Take off both drain hoses if they will interfere with
26. he desired location Set it on a solid level surface IMPORTANT Do not place shims directly under the salt storage tank to level the softener The weight of the tank when full of water and salt may cause the tank to fracture at the shim continued on next page Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 9 Installation continued from previous page 2 Visually check and remove any debris from the water softener valve inlet and outlet ports 3 Make sure the turbine assembly spins freely in the out port of the valve See Figure 10 4 If not already done put a light coating of silicone grease on the single bypass valve o rings 5 Push the single bypass valve into the softener valve as far as it will go Snap the two large holding clips into place from the top down as shown in Figures 12 amp 13 IMPORTANT Be sure the clips snap firmly into place so the single bypass valve will not pull out Step 4 Complete Inlet and Outlet Plumbing Measure cut and loosely assemble pipe and fittings from the main water pipe to the inlet and outlet ports of the water softener valve Be sure to keep fittings fully together and pipes squared and straight Be sure hard water supply pipe goes to the water sof tener valve inlet side NOTE Inlet and outlet are marked on the water sof tener valve Trace the water flow direction to be sure hard water is to inlet IMPORTANT Be sure to fit align and s
27. in cleaning additives Specially formulated to outperform other water softening salts System Saver Il is complete with a patented formula that helps keep your softener clean problem free and running longer Most hard water contains traces of dirt iron and other minerals that can build up in your water softener over time This can lead to expensive repairs Morton System Saver Il Pellets are specially formulated to remove hard water minerals and to help keep your softener running more efficiently System Saver Il Pellets come in a 40 Ib bag that is easier to carry open and pour thanks to Morton s special bag features The easy open tear opens wide to allow salt to pour out easily and flow freely System Saver Il also provides a rigid plastic handle for more comfortable carry ing and lifting 2 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Inspeci Shipments aree chad A Means Sheed ta ie aan aka Sees aie 4 DIMENSIONS Arai ari le haw Woke Ana ii ra RR anni 4 Specifications amp Performance Claims 0 5 Before Your Stat hidi pal Sa had hale LEE LA i E Ca a e died 6 Water Conditioning Information LL 6 Installation Requirements 7 8 Installation Instructions LL 9 12 Programming the Softener Models M20 M27 amp M30 Customizing Features Options 13 15 Programming the Softener Model M34 Customizing Features Options 16 18 Routine Maintenance 2
28. l and serial number found on the rating decal located on the rim below the salt lid hinges Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 17 Customizing Features Options Model M34 Recharge Now At times of greater than normal water use such as when you have guests you could run out of condi tioned water before the next scheduled recharge If this happens you may want to initiate an immediate regeneration as follows 1 Press and hold the RECHARGE button until the words RECHARGE NOW flash in the display RECHARGE NOW tT cal RECHARGE NOW initiated FIG 36 During the recharge cycle the screen will flash RECHARGE NOW When the recharge cycle is complete full softened water capacity will be restored NOTE Avoid using hot water while the softener is regenerating because the water heater will refill with bypass hard water Recharge Tonight If you do not want to start an immediate recharge but would like to schedule an extra recharge at the next preset recharge time do the following 1 Press and release do not hold the RECHARGE button RECHARGE TONIGHT 2 17 at Lew FIG 37 RECHARGE TONIGHT initiated The words RECHARGE TONIGHT flash in the dis play and the softener will recharge at the next recharge time The words RECHARGE NOW will flash during the regeneration When completed full water conditioning capacity is restored Adjustable B
29. lect tampering accident or damage by circumstances beyond Seller s control iii products damaged or abused in shipment without fault of Seller iv non residential installations v defects or failures due to misap plication abuse improper installation or abnormal conditions of temperature humidity abrasives dirt or corro sive matter vi unusual force of nature such as but not limited to flood hurricane tornado or earthquake and vii products which have been in any way tampered with modified or altered The foregoing warranties do not cover and Seller shall not be responsible for reimbursement for labor trans portation removal installation or other expenses which may be incurred by Purchaser in connection with replacement or repair or returning the product to Seller THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THE WATER SOFTENER BEYOND THOSE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED ABOVE ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DIS CLAIMED SELLER S SOLE LIABILITY FOR ANY PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACE MENT OF SUCH PRODUCT OR A REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE ACTUALLY RECEIVED BY SELL ER FOR SUCH PRODUCT AT SELLER S SOLE DISCRETION SELLER WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND NATURE OR DESCRIPTION WHATSOEVER NO MORTON DEALER AGENT REPRESENTATIVE OR OTHER PER SON IS A
30. llation or service information visit www systemsaver com Dimensions 42 3 4 1 _ La amp ta SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW FIG 2 4 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Specifications amp Performance Claims Model M20 Model M27 Model M30 Model M34 Model Code 020 027 030 034 Regeneration Control Demand Demand Demand Demand F 9 310 1 8 Ibs 11 100 2 2 Ibs 13 200 2 9 Ibs 13 700 2 7 Ibs para ea n 18 000 5 8 Ibs 23 700 7 0 Ibs 25 500 8 0 lbs 29 200 8 6 Ibs 21 500 9 7 Ibs 28 200 11 7 Ibs 30 000 13 1 Ibs 34 900 14 5 Ibs Rated Efficiency Grains Pound of Salt Minimum Salt Dose 5 000 1 8 Ibs 5 040 2 2 Ibs 4 567 2 9 Ibs 5 060 2 7 Ibs Water Used During Regeneration 2 9 gallons 2 5 gallons 2 8 gallons 2 3 gallons Minimum Salt Dose 1 000 grains 1 000 grains 1 000 grains 1 000 grains Total Water Used Per Regeneration Maximum Salt Dose 26 2 gallons 26 7 gallons 33 6 gallons 31 6 gallons Rated Service Flow Rate 6 5 gpm 6 5 gpm 7 0 gpm 7 8 gpm Amount of High Capacity lon Exchange Resin 61 cu ft 73 cu ft 82 cu ft 91 cu ft Pressure Drop at Rated Service Flow 11 3 psig 12 1 psig 11 9 psig 14 7 psig Water Supply Max Hardness 95 gpg 95 gpg 95 gpg 110 gpg Water Supply Max Clear Wa
31. lting ice cream making salts etc are not recommended Salt with Iron Removing Additives Some salts have an additive to help a water conditioner handle iron in a water supply For this we recommend Morton Rust Remover Super Pellets in the green bag Breaking a Salt Bridge Sometimes a hard crust or salt bridge forms in the brine tank It is usually caused by high humidity or the wrong kind of salt When the salt bridges an empty space forms between the water and the salt Then salt will not dissolve in the water to make brine Without brine the resin bed is not recharged and hard water will result If the storage tank is full of salt it is difficult to tell if you have a salt bridge A bridge may be underneath loose salt Take a broom handle or like tool and hold it next to the water softener Measure the distance from the floor to the rim of the water softener Then carefully push the broom handle straight down into the salt If a hard object is felt before the pencil mark is even with the top it is most likely a salt bridge Carefully push into the bridge in several places to break it Do not use any sharp or pointed objects as you may puncture the brine tank Do not try to break the salt bridge by pounding on the outside of the salt tank You may damage the tank Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 19 Routine Maintenance Cleaning the Nozzle amp Venturi A clean nozzle
32. mal run display See Figure 22 Efficiency Icon Displayed when efficiency is set to ON FIG 22 California Efficiency Requirement Your Morton Water Softener has a High Efficiency feature with an ON or OFF setting This softener setting is shipped in the OFF posi tion which utilizes the maximum rated capacity while most often achieving maximum salt effi ciencies When installing this unit in the State of California you MUST turn this setting to the ON position which may initiate more frequent recharges However it will operate at 4000 grains per pound of salt or higher If you wish to turn the Salt Efficiency feature ON CI icon will show in the display follow the instructions on this page Questions Call Toll Free 1 888 64 WATER 1 888 649 2837 Monday Friday 8 AM 7 PM EST or visit www systemsaver com When you call please be prepared to provide the model and serial number found on the rating decal located on the rim below the salt lid hinges 14 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Customizing Features Options Models M20 M27 amp M30 Recharge Now At times of greater than normal water use such as when you have guests you could run out of condi tioned water before the next scheduled recharge If this happens you may want to initiate an immediate regeneration as follows 1 Press and hold the RECHARGE button until the words RECHARGE NOW flash
33. mbled as shown in Figure 8 Bypass valves allow you to turn off water to the softener for mainte nance if needed but still have water in house pipes Use Copper pipe Threaded pipe PEX Crosslinked Polyethylene pipe e CPVC plastic pipe e Other pipe approved for use with potable water IMPORTANT Do not solder with plumbing attached to installation adaptors and single bypass valve Soldering heat will damage the adaptors and valve 1 4 NPT Thread Barbs for 3 8 I D Tubing Hose Clamp x Drain Hose xm FIG 5 Compression Fitting 1 4 NPT x 1 2 O D Tube not included Clip 1 4 NPT N Threads Barbs 1 2 Outside Dia Copper Tube not included Cut barbs from drain fit ting pull clip to remove fitting from valve Single Bypass Valve Pull out for Service Soft water Push in for Bypass FIG 7 3 Valve Bypass _l n CLI ITTT T_ lt Bypass Valve Outlet ch Inlet Valve Valve From Water Softener To Water Softener FIG 8 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Installation Instructions Typical Installation To Outside Faucets Water Softener ZI Valve TT By o a f Controller Plug in Power Supply Valve Drain Elbow Valve Drain Hose Do not connect the water softener valve drain hose to the salt storage tank overflow eo 4 e
34. moving the softener into position over the drain 5 Push the bypass valve body toward the softener as shown in Figure 15 and carefully remove the large holding clips at the softener inlet and outlet Separate the softener from the plastic installation adaptors or from the bypass valve 6 Lay a piece of 2 inch thick board near the floor drain See Figure 43 7 Move the softener close to the drain Slowly and gently tip it over until the rim rests on the wood block with the inlet and outlet over the drain Do not allow the softener s weight to rest on the inlet and outlet fittings or they may break 8 Tip the bottom of the softener up a few inches and hold until all water has drained Leave the softener laying like this until you are ready to use it Plug the inlet and outlet with clean rags to keep dirt bugs etc out Wood Block Floor Drain FIG 43 20 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Troubleshooting Automatic Electronic Diagnostics This water softener has a self diagnostic function for the electrical system except input power and or water meter The water softener monitors electronic com ponents and circuits for correct operation If a mal function occurs an error code appears in the display FIG 44 While an error code appears in the display all buttons are inoperable except the SELECT button SELECT remains operational so the service person can per form
35. nic controller keeps correct time for several hours When power is restored you must reset the present time only if the display is flashing All other settings are maintained and never require resetting unless a change is desired If the time is flashing after a long power out age the softener continues to work as it should to provide you with soft water However regenerations may occur at the wrong time of day until you reset the clock to the correct time of day NOTE If the water softener was regenerating when power was lost it will now finish the cycle Push Tool into Salt Bridge to Break ni 1 2 ai Salt Pencil Mark Salt Bridge A Broom Water Routine Maintenance Refilling with Salt Lift the salt lid and check the salt storage level fre quently If the water softener uses all the Morton System Saver Il Pellets before you refill it you will experience hard water Until you have established a refilling routine check the salt every two or three weeks Always add if less than 1 4 full Be sure the brinewell cover is on NOTE In humid areas it is best to keep the salt stor age level lower and to refill more often to avoid salt bridging Recommended Salt We recommend using Morton System Saver Il Pellets in the familiar yellow bag For soft water nothing works harder Guaranteed Salt Not Recommended Rock salt high in impuri ties block granulated table ice me
36. o A Drain Elbow Salt Storage Tank Overflow Ce Hose Conditioned Water Pipe 1 NPT Sweat Adaptor not included 1 NPT Threaded Adaptor Bypass Valve Secure Valve Drain Hose in place over Floor Drain 1 1 2 NOTE See Air Gap Requirements section hoce SOL x air gap ose FIG 9 Floor Drain Step 1 Turn Off Water Supply 1 Close the main water supply valve located near the well pump or water meter 2 Shut off the electric or fuel supply to the water heater 3 Open all faucets to drain all water from house pipes NOTE Be sure not to drain water from the water heater as damage to the water heater ele ments could result Step 2 Assembly 1 Morton System Saver models are factory assem bled During installation unsnap and remove the top cover together with the salt lid to expose the softener valve assembly Set them aside to prevent damage Check the brinewell to be sure it is secured and vertical See Figure 11 2 Lift the brine valve out of the brinewell Make sure the float stem is parallel to the stand tube so the seals will seat properly during operation Place the brine valve back into the bottom of the brinewell and reinstall the brinewell cover 3 Install the brine tank overflow grommet and elbow into the 13 16 diameter hole in the back of the salt storage tank wall Step 3 Move the Unit into Place 1 Move the water softener into t
37. oftener to fill with water 5 After about three minutes open a hot water faucet until there is a steady flow and there are no air bub bles then close this faucet 6 Close all cold water faucets and check for leaks at the plumbing connections that you made 7 Check for leaks around clips at softener s inlet and outlet If a leak occurs at a clip depressurize the plumbing turn off the water supply and open faucets before removing clip When removing clips at the softener s inlet or outlet push the single continued on next page Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 11 Installation continued from previous page bypass valve body toward the softener See Figure 15 Improper removal may damage clips Do not reinstall damaged clips If removing clips depressurize the plumbing then push Bypass Valve body toward softener FIG 15 Step 9 Add Water and Salt to the Salt Storage Tank 1 Using a container add about three gallons of clean water into the salt storage tank 2 Add Morton System Saver Il Pellets to the storage tank NOTE See Page 19 for additional information on salt Step 10 Plug in the Power Supply During installation the water softener wiring may be moved or jostled from place Check to be sure all leadwire connectors are secure on the back of the electronic board and be sure all wiring is away from the valve gear and motor area which rotates
38. salt efficiency is measured by laboratory tests described in NSF ANSI Standard 44 These tests represent the maximum possible efficiency that the system can achieve Operational efficiency is the actual efficiency after the system has been installed It is typically less than the efficiency due to individual application factors including water hardness water usage and other contaminants that reduce the softener s capacity These systems are not intend ed for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the systems For best results use clean grades of water softener salt Refer to warranty and elsewhere in this manual for further details on installation and maintenance parts and service user responsibility and further restric tions or limitations to the use of the product In the state of California You must turn the Salt Efficiency Feature setting to ON This may initiate more frequent recharges However it will operate at 4 000 grains per pound of salt or higher To turn on the Salt Efficiency Feature follow the instructions in the Salt Efficiency section of this manual Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 5 Before You Start The water softener requires a minimum water flow of 3 gallons per minute at the inlet Maximum allowable inlet water pressure is 125 psi If daytime pressure is over 80 psi nighttime pressure may exceed th
39. ter Iron 6 ppm 7 ppm 7 ppm 9 ppm Water Pressure Limits min max 20 125 psi Water Temperature Limits min max 40 120 F Minimum Water Supply Flow Rate 3 gpm Maximum Drain Flow Rate 2 2 gpm Capacity to reduce clear water iron is substantiated by WQA test data State of Wisconsin requires additional treatment if water supply contains clear water iron exceeding 5 ppm These systems conform to NSF ANSI 44 for the specific performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data The efficiency rating is only valid at the stated salt dose These softeners were efficiency rated according to NSF ANSI Standard 44 Variable Salt Dose The salt dose is selected by the electronic controls at regeneration time based on the amount needed These softeners conform to NSF ANSI 44 for the specific performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data These models are efficiency rated The efficiency rating is valid only at the stated salt dose They have a demand initiated regeneration D I R feature that complies with specific performance specifications intended to min imize the amount of regenerant brine and water used in their operation Efficiency rated softeners have a rated salt efficiency of not less than 3 350 grains of total hardness exchange per pound of salt based on sodium chloride and shall not deliver more salt or be operated at a sustained maximum service flow rate greater than its listed rating The rated
40. the SELECT button twice to return to the normal run time of day screen Adjustable Fast Rinse To change the length of the Fast Rinse 1 Press and hold the SELECT button until the screen in Figure 25 is displayed 2 Press the SELECT button three times so that Fr TIME appears in the display See Figure 27 FIG 27 3 Press the A UP or Y DOWN buttons to set the length of Fast Rinse in minutes 4 When the desired Fast Rinse time appears in the display press the SELECT button once to return to the normal run time of day screen Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 15 Programming the Water Softener Model M34 Display RECHARGE button SELECT button When the power supply is plugged into the electrical outlet a model code and a test number example J2 0 begin to flash in the faceplate display Then 12 00 PM and the words SET TIME begin to flash NOTE If shows in the display press the A UP or DOWN button until the model code 020 for Model M20 027 for Model M27 030 for Model M30 or 034 for Model M34 shows in the display Then press the SELECT button to set and change to the flashing SET TIME display Step 1 Set Time of Day If the words SET TIME do not show in the display press the SELECT button until they do 1 Press the A UP or DOWN buttons to set the present time Up moves the display ahead
41. upport all plumbing to prevent putting stress on the water softener valve inlet and outlet Undue stress from misaligned or unsup ported plumbing may cause damage to the valve Complete the inlet and outlet plumbing for the type of pipes you will be using Turbine Turbine Support Assembly Z3 lt Valve Outlet Sa N FIG 10 Instructions Nozzle amp Venturi Assembly Top Cover Salt Lid Brine Tank Overflow Grommet Brinewell Cover Brine Tank Overflow Elbow LY Brinewell Ke 13 16 Hole Brine Tubing Salt Stand Storage Tube Tank Float Brine Stem Valve FIG 11 CIT Clip NA Channel Correct Assembly Clip Sr N Outside diameter of clip channel on single bypass valve Outside diameter of water softener valve inlet amp outlet FIG 13 NOTE Be sure all 3 tabs of the clip go through the matching holes on the water softener valve inlet or outlet and fully into the channel on the single bypass valve Make sure that the tabs are fully seated 10 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Installation Instructions Step 5 Cold Water Pipe Grounding CAUTION The house cold water pipe metal only is often used as a ground for the house electrical system The 3 valve bypass type of installation shown in Figure 8 will maintain ground continuity If you use a plastic bypass
42. ut the end of the drain hose into the drain Drain Drain Hose Drain Va Hose Hose 1 1 2 VA ati air gap Id 1 1 2 pe air gap L 1 1 2 air gap Floor Drain Standpipe Laundry Tub FIG 3 The Proper Order To Install Water Treatment Equipment Untreated Water to Outside Faucets Cold Water to House Hot Water to House Optional Sediment Filter TI City Water Supply Pressure Tank OR Water Softener Water Heater FIG 4 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual 7 Installation Requirements Valve Drain Requirements Using the flexible drain hose included measure and cut to the length needed Flexible drain hose is not allowed in all localities check your plumbing codes If local codes do not allow use of a flexible drain hose a rigid valve drain run must be used Purchase a com pression fitting 1 4 NPT x 1 2 in minimum tube and 1 2 tubing from your local hardware store Plumb a rigid drain as needed See Figure 6 NOTE Avoid drain hose runs longer than 30 feet Avoid elevating the hose more than 8 feet above the floor Make the valve drain line as short and direct as possible Inlet Outlet Plumbing Options Always install either a single bypass valve provided as shown in Figure 7 or if desired parts for a 3 valve bypass system not included can be purchased and asse
43. valve at the unit continuity is broken To restore the ground do the following 1 Install a 4 copper wire across the removed section of main water pipe securely clamping it at both ends See Figure 14 parts not included NOTE Check local plumbing and electrical codes for proper installation of the ground wire The installation must conform to them In Massachusetts plumbing codes of Massachusetts shall be conformed to Consult with your licensed plumber Ground Wire FIG 14 Step 6 Install Valve Drain Hose NOTE See valve drain options on pages 7 amp 8 1 Measure cut to needed length and connect the 3 8 drain line provided to the water softener valve drain fitting Use a hose clamp to hold the hose in place IMPORTANT If codes require a rigid drain line see Valve Drain requirements section 2 Run the drain hose or a rigid line to the floor drain Secure drain hose This will prevent whipping dur ing regenerations Be sure to provide a 1 1 2 minimum air gap to prevent possible sewer water backup See Air Gap Requirements sec tion NOTE In addition to a floor drain you can use a laun dry tub or standpipe as a good drain point for this hose Avoid long drain hose runs or ele vating the hose more than 8 above the floor Step 7 Install Salt Storage Tank Overflow Hose 1 Measure cut to needed length
44. water softener will not remove colloidal iron In some instances treatment may improve colloidal iron water Colloidal iron water usually has a yellow appearance when drawn After standing for several hours the color persists and the iron does not settle but remains suspended in the water Sediment Sediment is fine foreign material particles suspended in water This material is most often clay or silt Extreme amounts of sediment may give the water a cloudy appearance and may require a sediment filter be installed upstream of the water softener Water may contain one or more of the four types of iron and any combination of these Total iron is the sum of the contents Capacity to reduce clear water iron is substantiated by WQA test data 6 Morton System Saver Installation amp Operation Manual Installation Requirements Location Requirements Consider all of the following when selecting an installa tion location for the water softener Do not locate the water softener where freezing temperatures occur Do not attempt to treat water over 120 F Freezing temperatures or hot water damage voids the warranty To condition all water in the home install the water softener close to the water supply inlet and upstream of all other plumbing connections except outside water pipes Outside faucets should remain on hard water to avoid wasting conditioned water and salt A nearby drain is needed to carry aw
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