Manual

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Troubleshooting Tips
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NO SOFTWATER- Most Common Problems:
Check the following before coiling for service:
• Not enough saltishould be at least 1/3 full.
• Bypass valve in "Bypass" positioniknob should be in the "OUT" (service)position.
• Hardness setting too low. Check hardness setting and adjust. Verify hardness of supply
water--from local water company, water test or call the GEAnswer Center.
• Salt BridgeJsalt solidifies above water level so that brine water is not in contact with
salt. See the Breaking a Salt Bridge section.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
No soft water Faucet or fixture where sample was *
taken not plumbed to soft water.
NOTE: Be sure sample is from o faucet
that does not mix soft and hard wate_
For example, o single lever kitchen faucet,
if the cold side is plumbed to hard wote_
To conservesalt, the installermay have isolatedsomefixtures
(outsidefaucets, toilets,etc.)from soft water. Fromthe outlet
of the water softening system, trace the water flow path,
in house plumbing. If soft water is not directed to a faucet
or fixture where wanted, consult a plumbeE
No salt inthe brine tank or
salt bridged
Check for a salt bridge or, if the tank is empty, refill with
recommended salt. Press(for 3 seconds)the TOUCHor HOLD
button to start an immediate regeneration and restore soft
water supply.
Transformer unplugged at wall outlet or
power cableto softener not connected.
Fuseblown or circuit breaker popped
on circuit to electrical outlet.
Electrical outlet on a circuit that can
continuously be switched off
Check for a lossof electrical power to the water softening
system, due to any of these conditions and correct as needed.
With the power supply restored, observethe faceplate time
display and read Programming the Controlsection.
NOTE:Theelectricaloutlet for the softener should be
liveso it cannot be occidentally switched off
Manual bypass valve in bypass position • Be sure the bypass valve stem is positioned properly, with the
knob in the OUTposition. Observe instructions on the decal
at the end of the stem.
Valve drain hose pinched, plugged,
elevated too high or otherwise
restricted
• Any restriction inthis drain hose may preventproper
operation of the nozzle and venturi and reduce or prevent
brine draw during recharge.
Nozzle and venturi dirty, incorrectly
assembled or damaged
Referto Cleaning the Nozzle and VenturiAssembly instructions.
With water pressureto the water softening system off, take the
nozzleassembly apart. Inspect, clean and replace as needed.
Any foreign particle(s),scratches, nicks,etc.,in the passagescan
preventoperation.Besureholesin the gasket are centeredover
holes inthe housing.
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