Culligan Automatic Water Softeners User's Manual
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1. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW CULLIGAN DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY LAW ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ONE YEAR PERIOD SPECIFIED ABOVE FOR THE ENTIRE CONDITIONER As manufacturer we do not know the characteristics of your water supply or the purpose for which you are purchasing a water conditioner The quality of water supplies may vary seasonally or over a period of time and your water usage rate may vary as well Water characteristics can also differ considerably if your water conditioner is moved to a new location For these reasons we assume no liability for the determination of the proper equipment necessary to meet your requirements and we do not authorize others to assume such obligations for us Further we assume no liability and extend no warranties express or implied for the use of this product on a non potable water source OUR OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE FAILED PARTS OF THE WATER CONDITIONER AND WE ASSUME NO LIABILITY WHATSOEVER FOR DIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL SPECIAL GENERAL OR OTHER DAMAGES CONSUMERS Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusion may not apply to you Similarly some states do not allow the exclusion of inciden2. height shall be inches sufficient to allow for proper freeboard space above the resin bed for adequate expansion of the resin during backwashing Tank Construction Tank s shall be manufactured of polyester reinforced by a continuous roving glass filament overwrap The top opening will be 4 8 UN threaded and the tank bottom will be supported on a molded structural base INTERNAL DISTRIBUTION The upper distribution system shall be of the single point diffuser type to dispense water laterally to avoid channeling within the resin bed The lower distribution system shall be of the single point distributor type constructed of PVC pipe and a fine slotted strainer to provide even flow distribution through the resin bed The distribution system shall be embedded in a subfill of washed inorganic material to support the resin bed MAIN OPERATING VALVE The main operating valve shall be of a top mount design constructed of all brass and sized with 2 inch inlet and outlet connections The main operating valve will be of the motor driven mechanically activated design with four 4 positions to accomplish the regeneration steps of backwash brine draw rinse and fast rinse brine refill in addition to the service position The main operating valve shall incorporate self adjusting flow regulators to control the rate of flow and prevent resin loss during backwash regardless of system pressure fluctuations between 30 and 120 psi The main oper
3. 22 7 172 17 0 103 426 760 x 1 830 760 x 1 200 570 1 Exchange capacities based on treating water containing 10 grains per gallon 171 mg L of hardness expressed as calcium carbonate free of color oil turbidity and at a service flow rates not exceeding 20 gpm per square foot 49 m m min of bed area These are nominal capacities and will vary with influent water characteristics temperature pressure and other factors 2 Operation of a softener at peak flow rate for extended periods of time may result in a slight reduction of softening capacity This is due to premature hardness breakthrough NOTE Operational maintenance and replacement requirements are essential for this product to perform as advertised Specifications are shown for single models Duplex models have two softener tanks and one brine tank system Softener Tank mu Commercial Systems 62000 Culligan 1 800 CULLIGAN www culligan com Printed in USA 4 00 5 DCO 992587 b TERESA SL 0074 O goo LIMITED WARRANTY SOFT MINDER TWIN PLUS HI FLO 3 WATER SOFTENERS You have just purchased one of the finest water conditioners made As an expression of our confidence in Culligan products your water conditioner is warranted to the original end user when installed in accordance with Culligan International Company specifications against defects in material and workmanship from the date of original installation as follows For a period o
4. Meter Initiated Delayed Single Unit A volumetric meter mechanically coupled to the timer control shall set the timer for regeneration at a preset time of day or night after the preset volume of water has passed through the water softener The timer will activate a motor drive that will perform the regeneration functions on the exhausted tank and return it to the service position O Time Clock Parallel Twin Unit A time initiated regeneration for parallel twin units shall be available Each clock timer will be capable of regenerating the softener at any time of day or night and on any or every day of the week The timer will activate a motor drive that will perform the regeneration functions on the exhausted tank and return it to service Simultaneous regenerations shall not be possible O Meter Initiated Parallel Twin Unit Each unit shall include a volumetric meter mechanically coupled to the timer control Upon exhaustion of either tank its control shall activate a motor drive that will immediately or at a preset time of day or night perform the regeneration functions on the exhausted tank and return it to the service position The controls shall include an electrical interlock to prevent simultaneous regeneration of both softeners in the event the second tank exhausts while the first tank is in regeneration O Meter Initiated Alternating Twin Unit A single remote mounted volumetric meter shall signal the softeners to regenerate o
5. More o Culligan Automatic Water Softeners assisted living facilities cafeterias casinos educational facilities food service grocery hotel hospitality institutions laundry corporate campuses theme parks vehicle wash Hi Flo 3 Automatic Water Softener Culligan Hi Flo 3 Water Softener Standard Features Corrosion Resistant Tanks made from fiberglass Positive Motor Driven Regeneration Valve Motor reinforced polyester Additional reinforcement from driven piston is reliable under severe water conditions continuous fiberglass overwrap Underdrain design resists dirt iron turbidity maximizes softener s capacity reduces pressure loss Automatic Brine Control Automatically measures the correct amount of brine A single turn of dial sets correct amount dosage and capacity Softening Media High quality resin provides stability and uniform size for top performance and long life Choice of Cycle Controllers Regeneration cycle may be initiated by timeclock any or every day of the week Optional meter starts cycle after preset volume of water has been softened Dubl Safe Brine System Positive overfill protection Automatic refill control is backed up by shutoff float valve to minimize chance of overflow The Culligan Hi Flo 3 Automatic Water Softener Applications and Benefits RO DI Pretreatment Apartment buildings assisted living facilities and hotels Quality water for la
6. Page 3 4 5 4 6 4 7 4 7 1 4 7 2 4 7 3 4 7 4 5 0 6 0 7 0 1 Meter Initiated alternating system ONLY One remote mounted mechanical turbine type meter will be provided The meter provided shall be 2 0 inches compatible with the specified piping It will be designed to allow ease of removal of the turbine for inspection without modification of the piping system The meter will be electrically connected to the cycle timer The meter provided shall be functional within the flow range of 3 to 130 gpm and will be provided with a threaded tee meter fitting EXCHANGE RESIN The ion exchange resin shall be virgin high capacity standard mesh of sulfonated polystyrene type stable over the entire pH range with good resistance to bead fracture from attrition or osmotic shock Each cubic foot of resin will be capable of removing 30 000 grains of hardness as calcium carbonate when regenerated with 15 los of salt The resin shall be solid of the proper particle size of 20 50 mesh U S standard screen and will contain no agglomerates shells plates or other shapes that might interfere with the normal function of the water softener The resin shall be manufactured to comply with the food additive regulation 21 CFR 173 25 as set forth by the USFDA The system shall include cubic feet of exchange resin per vessel and a total of cubic feet of resin for the system BRINE SYSTEM Provide a complete brine system consisting of a plastic ta
7. RVATION OF THE DRAIN FLOW DO NOT INSTALL A VALVE IN DRAIN LINE OR USE PIPE SMALLER THAN LISTED IN TABLE 6 ALLOW 24 INCHES ABOVE SOFTENER FOR FILLING 7 ALL DIMENSIONS ARE 1 INCH 25mm AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE BYPASS VALVE NORMALLY CLOSED BYPASS VALVE NORMALLY CLOSED HARD WATER a TTT A SOFT WATER HARD WATER z I 1 MANUAL n MANUAL 1 Fd E INLET VALVE pp Bd me c pac EE D ET RES MANUAL AS MUNA MANUAL MANUAL ___ e MANUAL INLET VALVE VALVE OUTLET VALVE INLET VALVE E VALVE ES 8 OUTLET VALVE METER MODELS ONLY PARALLEL ALTERNATING DUPLEX INSTALLATION DUPLEX INSTALLATION E FH NORTHBROOK ILLINOIS EMEN SCALE DETAILED BY BY APPROVED LT ef me po PRINT amp BILL OF MATERIALS ARE NOT TO BE USED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN HI FLO 3 AUTOMATIC SOFTENERS S3 TECHNICAL DATA SHEET OF 1 CONSENT OF CULLIGAN USA DO NOT SCALE FROM DRAWING CAD File Soft_HF3 dwg More o e Culligan ENGINEER S SPECIFICATION AUTOMATIC WATER SOFTENER HI FLO DATE SCOPE Provide as indicated a vertical pressure type water softener system complete with pressure vessel softening resin control valve brine maker and controller The system will be of an approved design as fabricated by a manufacturer regularly engaged in the production of water tre
8. ance manuals shall be provided FIELD SERVICE The services of a factory authorized service representative can be made available to supervise inspect and provide operator training as required for initial start up and system operation Contact your local Culligan dealer for service rates and scheduling WARRANTY A single written warranty must be provided from the manufacturer of the water softener system covering workmanship and materials Rev 11 00 Culligan Hi Floe 3 Softener Engineer s Specification Page 4
9. ating valve will be fitted with a fixed orifice eductor O Single units only hard water bypass The unit shall be supplied so that the valve will allow automatic bypass of untreated water during regeneration The bypass shall be integral to the main operating valve body and be capable of being easily modified to prevent hard water bypass 1 Single units only NO hard water bypass Culligan Hi Floe 3 Softener Engineer s Specification Page 2 More o The unit shall be supplied so that the valve will not allow automatic bypass of untreated water during regeneration The bypass shall be integral to the main operating valve body and be capable of being easily modified to allow hard water bypass 4 4 CONTROLS The main operating valve will be controlled by an integral clock timer The controller shall sequence all steps of an automatic regeneration and automatically return the softener to a service or stand by mode The controller shall allow for a manual initiation of the automatic regeneration sequence by utilizing a manual regeneration knob on the timer 4 4 1 System control options O Time Clock Single Unit A time initiated regeneration for single units shall be available The clock timer will be capable of regenerating the softener at any time of day or night and on any or every day of the week The timer will activate a motor drive that will perform the regeneration functions on the exhausted tank and return it to service O
10. atment equipment All equipment and material will be supplied in compliance with the specifications as intended for a complete and operational system La O Open Bidding Arrangement 1 2 Qualified manufacturers of water treatment equipment of the type specified are Culligan International Company or the Engineer s approved equal L1 Closed Bidding Arrangement 1 2 Qualified manufacturers of water softener equipment must be engaged in the manufacture of this equipment for a period of not less than fifteen 15 years Acceptable manufacturers are Culligan International Company or the Engineer s approved equal 2 0 GENERAL DESCRIPTION O Selection for statement of specific model 2 1 The system specifications are based on Culligan International model The purpose of the Culligan International Series Hi Flog automatic water softener will be to remove mineral hardness from a known water supply to a level not to exceed mg l as determined by an accepted ASTM or EDTA test method when the system is operated at gpm and in accordance with the operating instructions The system will be capable of supplying gallons of softened water between regenerations based on the influent water analysis listed in Section 3 1 of this equipment specification The systems performance is rated at a design flow rate of gpm with a rated pressure drop of psi and will be capable of a peak flow rate of gpm for sustained periods of 90 minutes with a pressure d
11. bing lines fixtures or water using equipment If you suspect corrosion your independently operated Culligan dealer has equipment to control the problem Culligan will provide a copy of warranties upon request Resi m Tank Size Pipe Flow Rates Size Solna Brine 21x69 24x 48 d 30 x 48 100 30x72 30x48 Flow rate at a 15 psi pressure loss Flow rate at a 25 psi pressure loss Dimensions are diameter by tank height Tank warranty is void if subject to vacuum See media specification for details The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment device are not necessarily in your water Hey Culligan Man Culligan Commercial Work www culligan com 1 800 CULLIGAN 2001 Culligan International Co SL 0090 DCO 992824 Printed in USA 2 01 Certification MOORE PART NO 46956 aam Hey Culligan Man Culligan Man Culligan Commercial Work www culligan com and Culligan Service Network are trademarks of Culligan International Company Hi FLo FuLLY AUTOMATIC WATER SOFTENERS SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATING DATA Salt Dosage sme Drop rg oe gr lb gr lb ERE HC 150 100 000 30 150 000 75 78 25 60 15 m x 54 x 48 c HC 210 1140 000 42 210 000 105 76 25 58 15 21x69 24 x 48 e Fons nons x as a made D Free 19 400 68 19 3 172 14 7 103 284 410 x 1 830 760 x 1 200 395 hi oS 19 440 41 29 160 102
12. f ONE YEAR The entire unit For a period of THREE YEARS The control valve body but excluding its internal parts For a period of FIVE YEARS The fiberglass reinforced conditioner tank For a period of FIVE YEARS The conditioner tank if it has an epoxy phenolic coated interior For the LIFETIME of the original The Tripl Hull_ conditioner tank consumer purchaser The tank must be protected by a vacuum breaker device as described in the unit s operating manual Damage to the tank caused by vacuum is not covered by this warranty The unit must be used in operating conditions that conform to Culligan s recommended design guidelines If a part described above becomes defective within the specified period you should notify your independently operated Culligan dealer and arrange a time during normal business hours for the dealer to inspect the water conditioner on your premises Any part found defective within the terms of this warranty will be repaired or replaced by the dealer You pay only freight from our factory and local dealer charges We are not responsible for damage caused by accident fire flood freezing Act of God misuse misapplication neglect alteration installation or operation contrary to our printed instructions or by the use of accessories or components which do not meet Culligan specifications all of which are not covered by this warranty Our product performance specifications are furnished with each water conditioning unit
13. n an alternating basis after the preset volume of water has passed through the water softener One unit remains in a fully regenerated stand by condition while the other unit is in service Upon exhaustion of the service unit the stand by unit shall immediately be placed into service and the exhausted unit shall be removed from service and the regeneration initiated The timer will activate a motor drive that will perform the regeneration functions on the exhausted tank and return it to the stand by position No external alternating devices will be acceptable The alternating function must be contained in the sequencing controller and each controller must communicate via a single pre wired cable assembly simultaneous regenerations shall not be possible 1 Meter Initiated systems ONLY 4 4 2 Flow Meter s O Meter Initiated single and parallel systems ONLY A flow meter package shall be provided consisting of a mechanical turbine type meter the package shall include a total of meter assemblies The meter provided shall be 2 0 inches compatible with the specified piping It will be designed to allow ease of removal of the turbine for inspection without modification of the piping system A cable shall be provided for direct connection to the operating valve The meter package provided shall be functional within the flow range of 3 to 130 gpm and will be provided with a threaded tee meter fitting Culligan Hi Floe 3 Softener Engineer s Specification
14. nk salt platform brine well an automatic brine valve and all necessary fittings for operation with the water softening system The system shall consist of a combined brine measuring and salt storage tank with salt platform The tank will be sized inches x inches the system will include a total of brine tank s The brine tank will be equipped with a float operated non corrosive field serviceable brine float valve for automatic control of brine withdrawal and fresh water refill The brine valve will automatically open to admit brine to the resin tank during eduction and close automatically providing positive shut off to prevent air from entering the system The brine valve will also regulate the flow of soft water into the brine tank during refill The brine valve works with the timed fill feature of the main operating valve controls to admit the correct volume of fresh water to the brine tank in accordance with the salt dosage setting on the controls The brine valve will include a float operated safety shut off valve as a back up to the timed refill from the main operating valve control to prevent brine tank overflow ACCESSORIES All Optional selections Water test kits for hardness tests will be supplied Pressure Gauges for hard water inlet and soft water outlet O Sampling Cocks for hard water inlet Vacuum Breaker for protecting Fiberglass tanks from vacuum INSTRUCTIONS complete sets of installation operating and mainten
15. rop of psi There shall be a quantity of of the above described systems O Selection for general statement 2 1 The system in compliance with the equipment specification is described as an automatic water softener system meeting the performance and design data requirements as hereinafter specified 3 0 PERFORMANCE AND DESIGN DATA 3 1 INFLUENT WATER ANALYSIS Calcium Ca Magnesium Mg Total Hardness Constituents above are expressed in ppm or mg l as CaCO or as otherwise specified Iron Fe Manganese Mn Total Dissolved Solids TDS Constituents above are expressed in ppm or mg l Turbidity NTU Color pH 3 2 3 3 3 3 4 0 4 1 4 2 4 2 1 4 2 2 4 3 DESIGN PARAMETERS Normal System Flow amp Pressure Drop gom 15 PSI Maximum System Flow amp Pressure Drop gom 25 PSI Backwash Rinse Flow gpm Backwash Volume gallons nominal Daily Water Usage gallons per day gpd Daily Hours of Water Demand Operating Temperature Range 40 100 F Operating Pressure Range System 30 120 PSI Electrical Requirements 120 Volt 60 Hz 1 phase receptacle required System Dimension L x W x H L x W x H O ASTM soap test method EFFLUENT WATER QUALITY ZERO GPG HARDNESS O Hardness EDTA test method EFFLUENT WATER QUALITY MG L HARDNESS EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS SOFTENER TANK S Each system shall include tank s Each softener tank shall be inches in diameter The sideshell
16. tal or consequential damages so the above exclusion or limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Consult your telephone directory for your local independently operated Culligan dealer or write Culligan international Company for warranty and service information CULLIGAN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY One Culligan Parkway Northbrook illinois 60062 00 8815 51 Rev 9 96 Printed in U S A Hi Flo 3 AUTOMATIC BACKWASH FLOW CONTROL 2 NPT 1 NPT DRAIN LINE CONNECTION NPT OUTLET TOP VIEW BYPASS VALVE NORMALLY CLOSED MANUAL INLET VALVE th Lij MANUAL OUTLET VALVE METER MODELS ONLY SIMPLEX INSTALLATION 1 2 3 4 5 NOTES ITEMS SHOWN IN BROKEN LINES TO BE FURNISHED MODEL BY OTHERS DIMENSIONS INCHES MIN DRAIN DRAIN SIMPLEX PIPE SIZE FLOW WT AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET SHOULD BE PROVIDED WITHIN 5 FEET OF THE EQUIPMENT SYSTEM USES FRP TANKS WHICH MUST NOT BE SUBJECTED TO VACUUM INSTALL VACUUM BREAKER ON INLET PIPING AND OR STANDPIPE ON DRAIN LINE UNIONS SHOULD BE LOCATED ON INLET OUTLET AND DRAIN CONNECTIONS OF CONTROL VALVE TO FACILITATE SERVICING DO NOT MAKE A DIRECT CONNECTION TO THE DRAIN PROVIDE AN AIR GAP OF AT LEAST FOUR TIMES THE DIAMETER OF THE DRAIN PIPE TO CONFORM TO SANITATION CODES AND TO PERMIT THE OBSE
17. undry dishwashers boilers Office buildings For heating plant pretreatment tenant convenience general housekeeping Options Regeneration Flexibility There are several choices for regenerating a Hi Floe 3 water softener to meet your requirements The simple economical choice is timeclock operation for both single and duplex units If water usage varies meter operation is available to signal regeneration immediately or delay regeneration until a pre set time Duplex meter operated units may be operated in parallel or on an alternating basis depending upon your needs System Specifications Pressure 30 120 psig 210 830 Vacuum None Temperature 40 100 F Electrical 120V 60 HZ Turbidity 5 NTU max Chlorine 1 mg L max Iron 5 mg L Restaurants For dishwashing cleaning material savings scale reduction Car washes Quality results detergent and water heating savings scale reduction Light industry For process and make up water boiler and cooling system pretreatment general housekeeping Warranty Culligane Hi Floe 3 water softeners are backed by limited 1 year warranty against defects in materials workmanship and corrosion The plastic conditioner tank has a 5 year warranty See printed warranty for details Some localities have corrosive water A softener cannot correct this condition so its printed warranty disclaims liability for corrosion of plum
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