Model WHES20Model WHES30How to install, operate andmaintain your DemandControlled Water SoftenerDo not return water softener to storeIf you have quest
Valve Drain RequirementsUse the flexible green drain hose, that is included, measure and cut to the length needed. Flexible drainhose is not allowed i
Plan the InstallationInlet - Outlet Plumbing OptionsAlways install either a single bypass valve (provided) or, if desired, parts for a 3 valve bypass
InstallationTurn Off Water Supply1. Close the main water supply valve, near the well pump or water meter.2. Open all faucets to drain all water from t
Move the Water Softener into PlaceExcessive Weight HazardUse two or more people to move and installwater softener.Use two or more people to move and l
Assemble Inlet and Outlet PlumbingMeasure, cut, and loosely assemble pipe and fittings from the main water pipe to the inlet and outletports of the wa
Threaded pipe1. Apply pipe joint compound or Tcflon® tape to all male pipe threads.2. Tighten all threaded joints and make all solder connections.NOTE
Test for LeaksTo prevent air pressure in the water softener and plumbing system, do the following steps in order.1. Fully open two or more softened co
Program the Water Softener - Model WriES20Display UP button\RECHARGEbuttonRECHARGE // /PROGRAM buttonPROCDOWN ButtonFigure 10If you have questions abo
Set Water Hardness Number1. Press the _ PROGRAM button once again to display a flashing 25 and the word"HARDNESS".7FHARDNESS2. Press the _ U
Program the Water SoftenerSET SALT LEVEL button DisplayCHECK PRESS TO SCHEDtJLE/ LEVEL ._ HOLDTO START/RECHARGE buttonUP buttonPROGRAM/ \PROGRAM butto
Table of ContentsWater Softener Safety ... 3Before You Start ...
Set Water Hardness Number1. Press the _ PROGRAM button once again to display a flashing 25 and the word"HARDNESS".c3Hardness2. Press the _ U
Customizing Features/Options - Model WriES20RechargeRecharge button is used to initiate an immediate recharge.} " • • ,,Press and hold the O RECH
Salt EfficiencyWhen this feature is ON, the water softener will operate at salt efficiencies of 4000 grains of hardnessper pound of salt or higher. (M
Customizing Features/Options-Model WriES30RechargeRecharge button is used to initiate an immediate recharge.Press and hold the (_) RECHARGE button unt
"Power- Outage Memory"If electrical power to the water softener is lost, "memory" built into the timer circuitry will keep allsett
Clean / Clear Water Iron RemovalThis fcature is beneficial on water supplies containing iron and/or high amounts of sediments (sand,silt, dirt, etc.).
Maximum Days Between RegenerationsThe water softener automatically controls regeneration frequency. This provides the greatest operatingefficiency, an
Routine MaintenanceRefilling With SaltLift the salt hole cover and check the salt storage level frequently. If"the conditioner uses all the saltb
Cleaning the Nozzle and VenturiA clean nozzle and venturi (see Figure 13) is a must for the conditioner to work properly. This smallwater softener cre
Troubleshooting GuideNeed help troubleshooting? (?all 1-866-986-3223, Monday - Friday, 8 am to 9 pm, EST.Tools Needed For Most Repairs: 5/16 Hex Drive
TroubleshootingGuide ... 29AutomaticElectronicDiagnostics...
Automatic Electronic DiagnosticsThis water softener has a self-diagnostic function for the electrical system (except input power and/orwater meter). T
• Press _x Up to display the number of days this electronic control has had electricalpower applied.• Press _ Down to display the number of regenerati
4. Press the _ RECHARGE button to move the softener into fast rinse. Again look for a fast drainflow. Allow the softener to rinse fk)r a few minutes t
6.V=7Press _/ Down to display the number of regenerations initiated by this electroniccontrol since the LE code number was entered.Press and hold the
4. Press the O RECHARGE button to move the softener into fast rinse. Again look for a fast drainflow. Allow the softener to rinse tk_ra few minutes to
Wiring SchematicDirect plug-intransformer IIt2( , I 24vac 'Back of electronic boardin c_ _ n_Turbine [__--sensorNONCPosition switchWarrantyWATER
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Softener ComponentsKey Part No. DescriptionNo.1 7170296 O-Ring, 2-7/8" x 3-1/4"2 7170254 O-Ring, 13/16" x 1-1/16"3 7077870 Top Dis
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Softener ComponentsKey Part DescriptionNo. No.1 7224087 Screw, #8-32 x 1" (2 req.)2 7228544 Motor (incl. 2 ea. of Key No. 1)3 0900857 Screw, #6-2
Thewatersoftenerrequiresaminimumwaterflowof 3gallonsperminuteattheinlet.Maximumallowableinletwaterpressureis125psi.If daytimepressureisover80psi,night
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For future reference, enter the following information.Model No. O O Serial No. O OCode O Installation date*Water hardness gpg **Iron contentppm0 on re
How a Water Softener WorksSoftening CycleWhen the water softener is providing soft water, it is called "service" or the "softening cycl
2_Factor into your diet the amount of sodium or potassium shown below, based on your waterhardness and consumption.Sodium Added to Waterfrom CationExc
3..Ferric (red water), and bacterial and organically bound irons are insoluble. This water softener willnot remove ferric or bacterial iron. This iron
Location RequirementsConsider all of the following when selecting all installation location for the water softener.• Do not locate the water softener
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