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Technical Manual

Models 735 935 1035

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Signature Series Technical Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

About this Manual ............................................................................................................................................................................4 Series Overview ................................................................................................................................................................................4 System Data Sheets ..........................................................................................................................................................................5

Model 735 ..................................................................................................................................................................................5 Model 935 ..................................................................................................................................................................................6 Model 1035 ................................................................................................................................................................................7

Setting Your System ..........................................................................................................................................................................8 Salt Dosage Set-up Charts ..........................................................................................................................................................9

Manual Regeneration .................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Detailed Operation / Function....................................................................................................................................................... 11

Level 1 Operation ................................................................................................................................................................... 11 Standard Meter Nozzle ........................................................................................................................................................... 11 Meter Gearing ........................................................................................................................................................................ 11 Regeneration Pawls ................................................................................................................................................................ 11 Jet Regeneration ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Control Disc............................................................................................................................................................................. 12 Actuator Indicator................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Water Meter Disc ................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Lower Valving Section ............................................................................................................................................................. 13 Level 6 ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Media Tank ............................................................................................................................................................................. 14 Resin ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Upper / Lower Distributors ..................................................................................................................................................... 14 Riser Tube ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Brine Tank ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Brine Valve .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14

Valve Assembly ......................................................................................................................................................................... 15-17 Cap Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................................... 18-19 Regeneration Sequence ................................................................................................................................................................ 20

Alternating, Downflow Regeneration Sequence ............................................................................................................... 20-21 System Components ...................................................................................................................................................................... 22

In / Out Adapters .................................................................................................................................................................... 22 In / Out Adapter Kits ............................................................................................................................................................... 23 In / Out Adapter Components ................................................................................................................................................ 23 System By-pass ....................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Misc......................................................................................................................................................................................... 24 Accessories ............................................................................................................................................................................. 24

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................................................ 25 Ten Steps to Determine the Problem ................................................................................................................................ 25-27 Hard Water ............................................................................................................................................................................. 28 Frequent Regeneration ........................................................................................................................................................... 29 Unit Stuck in Cycle .................................................................................................................................................................. 29 Run to Drain ............................................................................................................................................................................ 30 Salty Water ............................................................................................................................................................................. 31 High Salt Use ........................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Equipment Noise .................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Iron/Manganese Bleed-through ............................................................................................................................................. 32 Taste, Color, and Odor ............................................................................................................................................................ 32 Pressure Loss .......................................................................................................................................................................... 33 Leaks ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 33

Parts ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 34 Standard Units ........................................................................................................................................................................ 34 Level One Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................... 35-36 Gearing Stacks ........................................................................................................................................................................ 37 Level Two and Three Assemblies ............................................................................................................................................ 38 Level Four Assembly ............................................................................................................................................................... 39 Level Five Assembly ................................................................................................................................................................ 40 Bases, Tanks, and Tubes ......................................................................................................................................................... 41

Brine Drums ................................................................................................................................................................................... 42 18 x 35 Brine Drum Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 43 12 x 40 Brine Drum Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 44 12 x 16 x 20 Brine Drum Assembly ......................................................................................................................................... 45

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Series Overview (4)

Signature Series Technical Manual

About this Manual This manual provides additional technical information regarding Kinetico Signature Series softeners. This additional

technical information gives guidance for the advanced service and set-up of these products.

Series Overview Kinetico Signature Series water softeners are the ultimate water conditioning solution. Knowing that water and electricity don’t mix, it just makes sense (and is brilliant) that these systems operate without the use of electricity. Engineered to tackle your tough water challenges, Signature Series water softeners work more efficiently and reliably without electrical components or computers that need to be set, adjusted, repaired or replaced.

Automatic, Metered Regenerations Designed with today’s demanding households and larger plumbing in mind, Signature Series softeners deliver generous flow rates without forfeiting water softness. And the multiple-tank system design assures you have around-the-clock soft water, even during the regeneration (cleaning) process. One tank is always in service while the other tank is either on standby or regenerating. Signature Series systems regenerate at any time of the day or night to ensure you will always have a supply of soft water. Single-tank systems simply can’t offer this. So if you have a house full of guests or are running multiple loads of laundry, you’ll never run out of soft water. And if you’re away from home, the system stays ready without wasting water or salt. Series Range Three models of the Signature Series are available:

Model 735 Model 935 Model 1035

Tank Size 7” x 35” 9” x 35” 10” x 35”

Flow Rate 8 gpm 9 gpm 10 gpm

Resin Type Standard Mesh Cation Standard Mesh Cation Standard Mesh Cation

Maximum Hardness 40 gpg 60 gpg 80 gpg

Brine Tank 18” x 35” 18” x 35” 18” x 35”

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System Data Sheets (5)

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System Data Sheets

Model 735

Design Specifications Flow Range (15/30 psig / 1-2 Δ bar) 8 – 12 gpm 30 - 45 Lpm

Flow Configuration Alternating

Pressure Range 15 – 125 psi Dynamic Pressure 1.0 – 8.6 bar Dynamic Pressure

Temperature Range 35 – 120o F 2 – 50o C

pH Range 5 – 10 SU

Free Chlorine Cl2 (Max.) 0.0 mg/L

Hardness as CaCO3 (Max.) 40 gpg 684 mg/L

System Components Media Vessel (Qty. 2) 7” x 35” 178 mm x 889 mm

Media Vessel Construction Wrapped Polyethylene

Empty Bed Volume 0.70 cubic feet 19.8 liters

Media Type Standard Mesh Cation Resin

Media Volume 0.50 cubic feet 14.2 liters

Total Bed Depth 23” 584 mm

Free Board 12” 305 mm

Riser Tube 1” ABS

Upper Distributor 0.014” Slots, ABS Basket 0.36 mm Slots, ABS Basket

Lower Distributor 0.014” Slots, ABS Basket 0.36 mm Slots, ABS Basket

Under bedding None

Regeneration Control Non-electric Use Meter

Regeneration Type Countercurrent

Metering Flow Range 0.5 - 15.0 gpm 1.90 – 57 Lpm

Connections Inlet / Outlet Connections Custom Adapter and Bracket

Drain Connection 0.5” Tube

Brine Line Connection 0.375” Tube

Power None

System Part Numbers Signature 735, 18 x 35 brine drum 15063

Signature 735, no brine drum 15064

Signature 735, no brine drum, no resin 15065

Dimensions and Weight Height 41 in. 1,041 mm

Width 15 in. 381 mm

Depth 7 in. 178 mm

Shipping Weight 105 lbs. 47.6 kg

Operating Weight 140 lbs. 64 kg

Regeneration Specifications Regeneration Volume 29 gallons 110 liters

Regeneration Time 40 minutes

Backwash Flow Control 1.40 gpm 5.3 Lpm

Brine Refill Flow Control 0.40 gpm 1.5 Lpm

Brine Tank Options Tank Description 12” x 16” x 20” 12” x 40” 18” x 35”

Brine Tank Part Number 7202 1479B 15062

Tank Height 20” 51 cm 40” 102 cm 35” 89 cm

Tank Footprint 12” x 16” 30 x 41 cm 12” DIA 30 cm DIA 18” DIA 46 cm DIA

Material HDPE HDPE HDPE

Salt Capacity 50 lbs 23 kg 100 lbs 45 kg 250 lbs 113 kg

Meter Disc

Salt Setting Capacity Efficiency Dosing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

*1.8 lb. 0.82 kg 7,515 grains 487 grams 4,175 gr./lb 594 grams/kg 3.8 lbs./ft3 0.06 kg/l 4 8 12 16 20 23 26 30

3.0 lb. 1.36 kg 10,614 grains 688 grams 3,538 gr./lb 505 grams/kg 6.4 lbs./ft3 0.10 kg/l 5 11 17 22 27 31 36 40

Gallons Between Regeneration 1,200 600 400 300 250 200 171 150

Liters Between Regeneration 4,543 2,271 1,514 1,136 946 757 647 568

*Setting Certified by WQA

41”

/ 1,0

41 m

m

7” / 178 mm

1.75” / 44.5 mm

15” / 381 mm

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Model 935

Design Specifications Flow Range (15/30 psig / 1-2 Δ bar) 9 – 14 gpm 34.1 - 53 Lpm

Flow Configuration Alternating

Pressure Range 15 – 125 psi Dynamic Pressure 1.0 – 8.6 bar Dynamic Pressure

Temperature Range 35 – 120o F 2 – 50o C

pH Range 5 – 10 SU

Free Chlorine Cl2 (Max.) 0.0 mg/L

Hardness as CaCO3 (Max.) 60 gpg 1,026 mg/L

System Components Media Vessel (Qty. 2) 9” x 35” 229 mm x 889 mm

Media Vessel Construction Wrapped Polyethylene

Empty Bed Volume 1.1 cubic feet 31.1 liters

Media Type Standard Mesh Cation Resin

Media Volume 0.75 cubic feet 21.2 liters

Total Bed Depth 23” 584 mm

Free Board 12” 305 mm

Riser Tube 1” ABS 25 mm ABS

Upper Distributor 0.014” Slots, ABS Basket 0.36 mm Slots, ABS Basket

Lower Distributor 0.014” Slots, ABS Basket 0.36 mm Slots, ABS Basket

Under bedding None

Regeneration Control Non-electric Use Meter

Regeneration Type Countercurrent

Metering Flow Range 0.5 - 15.0 gpm 1.90 – 57 Lpm

Connections Inlet / Outlet Connections Custom Adapter and Bracket

Drain Connection 0.5” Tube

Brine Line Connection 0.375” Tube

Power None

System Part Numbers Signature 935, 18 x 35 brine drum 15112

Signature 935, no brine drum 15113

Signature 935, no brine drum, no resin 15114

Dimensions and Weight Height 41 in. 1,041 mm

Width 21 in. 533 mm

Depth 9 in. 229 mm

Shipping Weight 135 lbs. 61 kg

Operating Weight 180 lbs. 81.7 kg

Regeneration Specifications Regeneration Volume 42 gallons 159 liters

Regeneration Time 45 minutes

Backwash Flow Control 2.00 gpm 7.6 Lpm

Brine Refill Flow Control 0.40 gpm 1.5 Lpm

Brine Tank Options Tank Description 12” x 16” x 20” 12” x 40” 18” x 35”

Brine Tank Part Number 7202 1479B 15062

Tank Height 20” 51 cm 40” 102 cm 35” 89 cm

Tank Footprint 12” x 16” 30 x 41 cm 12” DIA 30 cm DIA 18” DIA 46 cm DIA

Material HDPE HDPE HDPE

Salt Capacity 50 lbs 23 kg 100 lbs 45 kg 250 lbs 113 kg

Meter Disc

Salt Setting Capacity Efficiency Dosing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

3.3 lb. 1.5 kg 13,778 grains 893 grams 4,175 gr./lb 594 grams/kg 4.4 lbs./ft3 0.07 kg/l 7 15 22 28 34 40 45 50

4.4 lb. 2 kg 15,957 grains 1,036 grams 3,626 gr./lb 518 grams/kg 5.9 lbs./ft3 0.09kg/l 9 18 26 34 41 48 54 60

Gallons Between Regeneration 1,200 600 400 300 250 200 171 150

Liters Between Regeneration 4,543 2,271 1,514 1,116 946 757 647 568

41”

/ 1,0

41 m

m

9” / 229 mm

19” / 483 mm

1.75” / 44.5 mm

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Model 1035

Design Specifications Flow Range (15/30 psig / 1-2 Δ bar) 10 – 15 gpm 38 – 57 Lpm

Flow Configuration Alternating

Pressure Range 15 – 125 psi Dynamic Pressure 1.0 – 8.6 bar Dynamic Pressure

Temperature Range 35 – 120o F 2 – 50o C

pH Range 5 – 10 SU

Free Chlorine Cl2 (Max.) 0.0 mg/L

Hardness as CaCO3 (Max.) 80 gpg 1,368 mg/L

System Components Media Vessel (Qty. 2) 10” x 35” 254 mm x 889 mm

Media Vessel Construction Wrapped Polyethylene

Empty Bed Volume 1.3 cubic feet 36.8 liters

Media Type Standard Mesh Cation Resin

Media Volume 1.0 cubic feet 28.3 liters

Total Bed Depth 23” 584 mm

Free Board 12” 305 mm

Riser Tube 1” ABS 25 mm ABS

Upper Distributor 0.014” Slots, ABS Basket 0.36 mm Slots, ABS Basket

Lower Distributor 0.014” Slots, ABS Basket 0.36 mm Slots, ABS Basket

Under bedding None

Regeneration Control Non-electric Use Meter

Regeneration Type Countercurrent

Metering Flow Range 0.5 - 15.0 gpm 1.90 – 57 Lpm

Connections Inlet / Outlet Connections Custom Adapter and Bracket

Drain Connection 0.5” Tube

Brine Line Connection 0.375” Tube

Power None

System Part Numbers Signature 1035, 18 x 35 brine drum 15105

Signature 1035, no brine drum 15107

Signature 1035, no brine drum, no resin 15106

Dimensions and Weight Height 41 in. 1,041 mm

Width 21 in. 381 mm

Depth 10 in. 254 mm

Shipping Weight 170 lbs. 77 kg

Operating Weight 220 lbs. 100 kg

Regeneration Specifications Regeneration Volume 42 gallons 159 liters

Regeneration Time 45 minutes

Backwash Flow Control 2.00 gpm 7.6 Lpm

Brine Refill Flow Control 0.40 gpm 1.5 Lpm

Brine Tank Options Tank Description 12” x 16” x 20” 12” x 40” 18” x 35”

Brine Tank Part Number 7202 1479B 15062

Tank Height 20” 51 cm 40” 102 cm 35” 89 cm

Tank Footprint 12” x 16” 30 x 41 cm 12” DIA 30 cm DIA 18” DIA 46 cm DIA

Material HDPE HDPE HDPE

Salt Capacity 50 lbs 23 kg 100 lbs 45 kg 250 lbs 113 kg

Meter Disc

Salt Setting Capacity Efficiency Dosing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

4.0 lb. 1.8 kg 18,371 grains 1,190 grams 4,592 gr./lb 661 grams/kg 4.0 lbs./ft3 0.06 kg/l 9 18 26 34 41 48 54 60

6.0 lb. 2.7 kg 21,276 grains 1,379 grams 3,546 gr./lb 510 grams/kg 6.0 lbs./ft3 0.10 kg/l 12 24 34 45 54 63 72 80

Gallons Between Regeneration 1,200 600 400 300 250 200 171 150

Liters Between Regeneration 4,543 2,271 1,514 1,136 946 757 647 568

41”

/ 1

,041 m

m

10” / 254 mm

21” / 533 mm

1.75” / 44.5 mm

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Setting Your System 1) Test Your Water

The first and most important step in setting your system is to start with a proper water test. At a minimum, water should be tested for hardness and iron. These two contaminants play a critical role in the operation of your softener. Hardness will be measure in gpg, mg/L or degrees hardness, and iron will be measured in mg/L. When measuring iron, a total iron amount is needed; however, one should note whether the iron is in the ferrous (clear water) or ferric (precipitated)form. Iron in the ferrous form will be removed by ion exchange and will need to be included with your loading calculation to determine your compensated hardness:

a. Hardness in gpg + (3 x Iron in mg/L) = compensated hardness in gpg b. Hardness in mg/L + (51 x Iron in mg/L) = compensated hardness in mg/L c. Hardness in ppm + (51 x Iron in mg/L) = compensated hardness in ppm d. Hardness in ⁰dH + (3 x Iron in mg/L) = compensated hardness in ⁰dH e. Hardness in ⁰fH + (5 x Iron in mg/L) = compensated hardness in ⁰fH

735 935 1035

Flow Rate 8 gpm 9 gpm 10 gpm

Maximum Compensated Hardness 40 gpg 60 gpg 80 gpg

2) Select Your Brine Tank

Based on your selected salt dose, use either a standard brine tank, or an optional tank. The selection of your brine tank may depend on the space available for the installation or the desired amount of stored salt, which will impact the frequency of adding more salt.

Brine Tank Size Capacity 1.8 3.0 3.3 4.0 4.4 6.0

12 x 16 x 20 75 lbs. X

12 x 40 100 lbs. X X X X

18 x 35 250 lbs. X X X X X X

X = dosage available

3) Adjust Your Salt Dose There are two components to setting your salt dose, the adjuster tube and the float cup. To create the proper salt dosage, both adjuster tube and float cup need to be set. In some brining systems, no adjuster tube may be used.

a. Adjuster Tube The adjuster tube is set by cutting and removing tabs on both sides of the tube. Using a pocket-knife, cut across each tab horizontally following the channel in the plastic, and break off each tab individually until the proper setting is reached. The remaining number or letter imprinted on the tab determines the correct setting. The drawing at right shows an adjuster tube at setting "M".

b. Float Cup The float cup is set by adjusting its height above the bottom of the brine valve assembly. If a standard setting is used (s1-s5), then align the top of the float cup to the standard setting. Where a standard setting is not adequate, the actual float cup height must be measured and set according to the specified height.

Standard Settings s1 7 ¾ ”

s2 7 ⅝”

s3 9 ½ “

s4 11 ⅜“

s5 13 ⅜“

Unset “M”

Float Cup Setting

s1 s2

s3

s5

s4

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Brine Valve Installation

Salt Dosage Set-up Charts Salt Dosage

12x16x20 (w/grid) 1.8

Adjuster Tube B

Float Cup 7.5

12x16x20 (w/o grid) 1.8 Adjuster Tube N

Float Cup 6

Salt Dosage

12x40 (w/grid) 1.8 3.0 3.3 4.0 4.4 6.0

Adjuster Tube A J L N N N

Float Cup s2 8.25 s2 s2 9.25 s4

12x40 (w/o grid) 1.8 3.0 3.3 4.0 4.4 6.0

Adjuster Tube N N N N N N

Float Cup 7.25 8.75 9.25 10.2 10.7 13

Salt Dosage

18x35 (w/grid) 1.8 3.0 3.3 4.0 4.4 6.0

Adjuster Tube A E F H J M

Float Cup s1 s1 7.5 s1 s1 s1

18x35 (w/o grid) 1.8 3.0 3.3 4.0 4.4 6.0

Adjuster Tube M N N N N N

Float Cup 6 6.25 6.5 6.75 7 8.25

4) Installing the Brine Valve After the adjustments have been made to the adjuster tube and the float cup, the brine valve assembly must be installed in the brine drum. Locate the brine valve in the brine well so that the ⅜" bent tube is along the back of the brine well away from the brine drum wall. The ⅜" bent tube snaps into a notch and extends from the brine drum.

Side View Top View

VERY IMPORTANT! Where a brine drum overflow could cause damage, a ½” I.D. overflow line must be installed on the barbed fitting on drum and connected to a drain. Make sure the drain is not higher than barbed fitting.

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Manual Regeneration (10)

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Manual Regeneration If your salt storage tank does run out of salt, you can manually regenerate the unit after adding salt, or you can wait for it to go through regeneration automatically. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, push down firmly on the softener valve screw and slowly turn clockwise until the actuator has advanced the indicator arrow to the “Brine Rinse” position. You should hear at least five “clicks” while turning the screw before the indicator arrow reaches the “Brine Rinse” position. At this point you should hear water begin to run through the system. If you do not hear water running through the system, the indicator arrow has not been advanced far enough. Repeat the procedure for manual regeneration after the water flow stops to be sure both resin tanks are regenerated. Note: If your hot water tank has refilled with hard water, it may take several days for it to empty and for your water to feel soft again.

Indicator Arrow

Softener Valve Screw

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Detailed Operation / Function Signature Series water softeners use a twin tank design to ensure that treated water is always available. When one tank regenerates, the other supplies treated water. The valve module uses hydraulic pressure to control all valve functions automatically.

Level One Operation Level One assembly consists of three chambers: inlet, outlet and regeneration chambers. Hard water enters the inlet chamber and travels to the media tank where it is treated. Treated water moves from the media tank to the outlet chamber. Contained in the outlet chamber is a water meter turbine, which turns only when water is used. Gears connect the water meter turbine to the water meter disc.

Standard Meter Nozzle Signature Series water softeners use a fixed nozzle to direct the treated water onto the meter turbine.

Standard Meter Nozzle

Part Number 14693

Minimum Flow Range 0.5 gpm

Maximum Flow Range 15.0 gpm

Meter Gearing All Signature Series models use the same meter gear stack, with standard meter nozzle.

Regeneration Pawls It is important to realize that there are two regeneration pawls: the regeneration start pawl and the regeneration drive pawl. The regeneration start pawl advances the control disc enough to open the regeneration control valve. The water meter and control disc advance together until the control disc uncovers one of the holes in the ceramic disc located directly beneath the control disc. This hole directs pressurized water through a chamber that opens the regeneration control valve, which starts regeneration. Once the valve has opened, the regeneration drive pawl continues to advance the control disc through the regeneration cycle. When open, the regeneration control valve allows water to pass through a nozzle where it is directed to the regeneration turbine in the regeneration chamber. As the regeneration turbine spins, it drives the regeneration drive pawl, which advances the control disc.

Regeneration drive pawl

Regeneration start pawl

Inlet

Regeneration

Outlet

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Jet Regeneration During regeneration, water is used by the valve to control the operation sequence. All Signature Series valves are equipped with jet regeneration, in which a 0.2 gpm regeneration flow control is employed to restrict the amount of water used. In addition to this smaller flow control, the regeneration turbine in Level 1 and the regeneration nozzle in Level 2 are also modified to work with the lower flow rates.

Control Disc All internal valve positions are controlled by the control disc. As the control disc turns, it covers and uncovers holes in the ceramic disc (located directly below the control disc), sending and relieving pressure signals to open and close all internal valves. All Signature Series softeners have an alternating flow configuration.

Actuator Indicator A visual indicator on top of the actuator (black arrow) shows the state of the system at any time. The control disc rotates clockwise. When the indicator arrow is at the 12 o'clock position, the right-hand tank is in service. When it is between the 12 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions, the right-hand tank is in regeneration. When the indicator arrow is at the 6 o'clock position, the left-hand tank is in service. When it is between the 6 o'clock and 12 o'clock positions, the left-hand tank is in regeneration.

Water Meter Disc The frequency of regeneration can be adjusted without re-gearing the system. The use of the water meter disc provides for multiple regenerations per 360° cycle on the water meter. Each regeneration notch on a water meter disc will initiate a regeneration when the regeneration start pawl drops into one of these segments and engages with the teeth of the control disc. The number of regenerations within the 360° cycle is indicated by the number of the water meter disc.

Jet regeneration gearing & turbine

Meter Disc 1 Meter Disc 5

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Remote Main

Lower Valving Section

The lower valving section consists of Level Two, Level Three, Level Four and Level Five assemblies.

In the center, there is one regeneration control valve. After four (4) teeth on the control disc have engaged, this valve then opens and powers the regeneration cycle.

All of the other valves are pairs: one set for the remote tank and one set for the main tank. For each media tank, there is an inlet, outlet, drain and check stem valve. The inlet, outlet and drain valves are all servo valves controlled by the control disc. The check stems are simple one-way valves (check valves). Together, these valves control the flow of water into and out of each media tank during service and regeneration

Outlet Valves

Inlet Valves

Drain Valves

Check Stems

Drain Valves

Outlet Valves

Control Valve

Inlet Valves

} Levels 2 - 5

} Level 1

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Level 6

The final level of the valve is used to direct the normal service path of the water. All Signature Series softeners are downflow. Since all regenerations are countercurrent, choosing the service direction also specifies the regeneration direction. Downflow service is used with standard, non-packed tank systems.

Media Tank Tank sizes are 7” x 35”, 9” x 35” and 10” x 35”. These sizes only represent the size of the tank; they do not include the base of the tank.

Resin Each Signature Series softener uses standard mesh cation resin having a minimum exchange capacity of 30,000 grains removed per cubic foot of media when regenerated with a dose of 15 lbs. of salt per cubic foot of media.

Upper / Lower Distributors The distributors prevent channeling of the flow through the resin bed, by dispersing the water through the entire radius of the media tank. The distributor also helps maximize the efficiency of the system, by improving contact with the resin and minimizing dead spots in the media tank. The design of the distributors also keeps the resin inside the tank, as the slots on the distributor are sized smaller than the minimum size of the resin beads.

Riser Tube A riser tube is used to connect the lower distributor to the control valve. A 1” pipe is used for this connection.

Brine Tank The brine tank is used for both salt storage and brine production. The brine tank is manufactured from corrosion resistant plastics, as the brine makes for a harsh environment.

Brine Valve A brine valve is used in each brine tank. This stops the flow of brine to the control valve when a low level is reached and prevents air from being drawn into the tank. When the bottom check activates, it also marks the beginning of the slow rinse process. The brine valve has a float cup that is used as the high volume level for the brine dose setting, as well as a safety to prevent an overflow situation. There is also an overflow elbow that must be connected to drain.

Downflow

Level 6 {

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Valve Assembly (15)

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Valve Assembly

1. Move to Level 1, flip upside down and

load gears from gear stem to turbine 1a. Add meter nozzle

2. Lock gears in place with alignment clips 2a. Gears locked in place 3. Add Level 1 Seal to Level 1

4. Insert brine flow control into level 2 5. Insert vent tube into level 2 6. Place assembled level 2 on level 1

7. Insert regen flow control into level 3 8. Insert filter screen over regen flow control 9. Insert venturi throat into level 3

(conical side down)

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Valve Assembly (16)

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10. Place level 2 seal on level 2 assembly 11. Place level 3 assembly on level 2 assembly

12. Place level 3 seal on Level 3 assembly

13. Insert main valve pistons into level 4 14. Attach seats to pistons 15. Insert drain flow control into level 4

16. Insert spring loaded control valve into level 4

17. Connect control valve seal to control valve

18. Place level 4 assembly on level 3 assembly

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19. Add interlock to level 4 20. Add level 4 seal to level 4 assembly 21. Insert Drain Valves into level 5

22. Place level 5 on level 4 assembly 23. Add level 6 seal to level 6 (base) 24. Add check stems to level 6 assembly

25. Add level 1-5 assembly to level 6 26. Bolt main screws to a torque of 55 inch lbs. in a cross pattern

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Cap Assembly

1. Add control disc 2. Add regeneration start pawl with spring

2a. Regeneration start pawl in place

3. Add regeneration drive pawl with spring

3a. Regeneration drive pawl with spring in place

4. Add no back pawl with spring

4a. No back pawl in place 5. Add meter drive pawl 5a. Meter drive pawl in place

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6. Add meter disc 6a. Meter disc in place 7. Add balance piston, spring and O-ring

When adding meter disc, first align regen start notch with regen start pawl, then turn meter disc to engage regen start pawl.

7a. Balance piston, spring and O-ring in place

8. Insert actuator and O-ring into cap 8a. Actuator and O-ring in place

9. Attach cap to level 1 10. Tighten cap screws in a star pattern to 18-20 inch lbs. torque

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Regeneration Sequence Alternating, Downflow Regeneration Sequence Models: Signature 735, 935, 1035

Key:

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1. Main Tank in Service - Remote Tank in Standby

Both main tank inlet and outlet valves are open. Water passes through inlet valve, through the resin, through the distributor and out to service through the main tank outlet valve.

Remote tank inlet valve is closed, preventing any water from entering and keeping the remote tank in standby.

2. Main Tank Regenerating (Brine - Rinse) - Remote Tank in Service

Remote tank inlet and outlet valves are open. Both the main tank inlet and outlet valves are closed. The main tank drain valve is open. Soft water from the remote outlet passes through the venturi, which causes brine to be drawn in past the check stem, into the distributor, through the resin and out through the drain valve.

The unit will continue to draw until the brine valve in the brine drum closes and prevents brine from entering the main tank, thus starting the slow rinse cycle. The system will continue to rinse until the backwash cycle starts.

3. Main Tank Regenerating (Backwash) - Remote Tank in Service

Remote tank inlet and outlet valves are open. The main tank inlet valve is closed. Both the main tank outlet valve and main tank drain valve are open.

Both check stems are closed. Soft water from the remote tank passes through the remote tank outlet valve, over and through the main tank outlet valve and then through the distributor. This high flow of water provides thorough cleaning of the hardness ions, iron and excess brine not rinsed during the rinse cycle.

Open

Closed

Remote

Inlet

Drain Valve

Main

Check Stem Outlet Valve

service standby

brine rinse service

backwash service

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Key:

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4. Main Tank on Standby - Remote Tank in Service

Remote tank inlet and outlet valves are open. Main tank inlet valve is closed, preventing any water from entering and keeping main tank in standby.

5. Main Tank in Service - Remote Tank Regenerating (Brine-Rinse)

Main tank inlet and outlet valves are open. Both the remote tank inlet and outlet valves are closed. The remote tank drain valve is open.

Soft water from the main tank outlet passes through the venturi, which causes brine to be drawn in past the check stem, through the distributor, through the resin and out through the drain valve. The unit will continue to draw until the brine valve closes and prevents brine from entering the remote tank, thus starting the slow rinse cycle. The system will continue to slow rinse until the backwash cycle starts.

6. Main Tank in Service - Remote Tank Regenerating (Backwash)

Main tank inlet and outlet valves are open. The remote tank inlet valve is closed. Both the remote tank outlet valve and remote tank drain valve are open. Both check stems are closed.

Soft water from the main tank passes through the main tank outlet valve, over and through the remote tank outlet valve, and through the distributor. This high flow of water provides thorough cleaning of the hardness ions, iron and excess brine not rinsed during the rinse cycle.

Open

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standby service

service brine rinse

service backwash

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System Components

In / Out Adapters

Part Part No. Pipe Size Material Method

1355 Inside: ¾”

Outside: 1” Brass Sweat

3748 ¾” Brass Female NPT

5335D Inside: ¾”

Outside: 1” PVC Glue

7841 Inside: 1”

Outside: 1¼“ Brass Sweat

10081B ¾” Noryl Straight Thread (BSP) (can be used with hose connection; do not use

with NPT fittings)

11841A O-ring End: 1”

E-clip End: 1¼” Noryl O-ring and E-clip

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In / Out Adapter Kits

Part Description Part Number

Kit, In/Out Adapter, Brass (¾” – 1”) 1454A

Kit, In/Out Adapter, Plastic, Glue (¾” – 1”) 1483A

Kit, In/Out Adapter, Brass, Threaded (¾” – 1”) 3801A

Kit, In/Out Adapter, Brass (1 ¼” – 1”) 7842A

In / Out Adapter Components

Part Description Part Number

O-ring, IN/OUT Adapter 1328

Adapter Bracket, IN/OUT 7840A

Cotterless Clevis Pin 10169

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System By-pass

Part Description Part Number

BLENDING BY-PASS VALVE 1" NPT 15317

LONG BLENDING BY-PASS VALVE - 1" NPT 15318

Miscellaneous

Accessories

Service Tools

Description Part Number

Gauge, Pressure Assembly, Brass Fitting 5049

Eccentric Pin Tool 7130

Stem Gear Tool 7128

Softener Service Kit 8171B

Specialty Kits

Description Part Number

Backwash Lockout Kit 8073A

Grounding Kit 7917

Chlorine Seal Kit for Classic Valve 10534A

Brine Valve Safety Conversion Kit, 18 x 35 and 12 x 40 Drums 7809

Brine Valve Safety Conversion Kit, 12 x 16 Drum 9200A

Dealer Water Sample Kit 8140

Tubing

Description Part Number

Tubing, ½" x 100', Drain 2128

Tubing, ⅝" x 100', Overflow/Drain 2129

Tubing, ⅜" x 100', Brine, Black 1890

Part Description Part Number

Sun Shield L-1 – 1” Only 1569

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Troubleshooting Ten steps to determine the problem…

1. Gather information. Ask questions; find out what is the problem. What is the customer’s complaint? This may identify simple corrections external to the equipment.

Has there been any recent work done by plumbers?

Has the water been shut off for any reason?

Have fire hydrants been flushed recently in the area?

Have they used more water than normal recently?

Has the brine drum recently run out of salt?

How much salt have they been using?

2. Test the water. Raw before softener, hot water and at brine fitting with water running to service.

Raw water is tested for hardness and iron levels.

Hot water is tested to see if hard water has recently been passed to service. It is not unusual to have a slight increase of hardness from the hot water tank, generally less than 2 grains.

Water taken directly from the brine fitting will identify if the softener is working correctly at this point. Once completed, advance the control disc forward to service on the other tank and test again.

3. Observe the installation. Check status of by-pass valve (open/closed), brine drum (full, empty, bridged), prefilter (plugged), correct meter disc setting, inlet/outlet lines correct, kinks or restrictions in drain line or drain line elevated over 8 ft. or more than 30 ft. horizontally.

4. Run soft water to service. Verify metering.

Watch the meter disc. Is it turning?

Watch the no back pawl as the meter disc turns clockwise. Does the no back pawl drop into the next tooth?

Measure the metering rate. Measure the rate by running water at a controlled rate (1 gallon a minute) and time how long it takes the no back pawl to drop into the next tooth.

The gallons per tooth = 12.5 gallons on all Signature Series

5. Place unit in brine position. Verify vacuum at brine elbow, check on both sides of control disc.

Remove the brine line from the brine elbow and verify if there is suction.

Is the suction smooth without interruption?

Is there any water coming from the brine elbow?

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6. Remove the brine valve. Verify correct brine setting (see “Brine Settings” section of the Technical Manual)

Is it set according to the brine installation sheet?

Is the adjuster tube cut down to the correct tab?

Is the float cup set at the correct measurement?

7. Look for low flow in the distribution system.

Leaky toilets, faucets, etc. This may allow water to pass by unmetered, causing hard water.

Low flow means less than 0.5 gpm in all Signature Series systems. A leaky faucet or running toilet will typically be below this threshold, running at a rate that will not provide enough water flow to turn the valve turbine and measure water usage, potentially resulting in improper regeneration cycles.

8. Measure water pressure. Check at brine elbow while one faucet is wide open and valve is in backwash position. Place the valve in the brine draw position, allowing the draw port to depressurize. Remove the brine elbow and thread on a ¼” threaded coupling with a pressure gauge on the other end. Place the valve in the backwash position, open one faucet, and note the pressure reading – on most systems it must be at least 15 psi dynamic (25 psi static).

9. Measure backwash flow rate. Using a container with a known volume (1 gal. bottle) check the drain flow with the unit in backwash and a faucet running, timing how long it takes to fill the container.

1 gallon / 15 seconds = 4 gpm 1 gallon / 30 seconds = 2 gpm 1 gallon /45 seconds = 1.3gpm

(Compare these results to specified backwash flow for models listed below)

Backwash Flow Rate Chart

Model Backwash Rate

735 1.4 gpm (5.3 Lpm)

935 2.0 gpm (7.6 Lpm)

1035 2.0 gpm (7.6 Lpm)

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10. Place unit at the end of backwash and allow it to shut off on its own.

Check this on both sides; this may take several minutes.

A slight drip to the drain is allowable, although if the drip will fill the test tube from your hardness test kit (10 mL) in less than 45 seconds it may cause a hard water situation. If the water is soft, follow the troubleshooting steps for running to drain. If the water at the drain is hard and the unit is producing soft water check the drain valve seats in level 5 for foreign material.

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Hard Water Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Water meter disc not turning.

A. Bad meter drive pawl. B. Meter drive spring not seated properly. C. No back pawl missing or broken. D. Damaged tooth on meter disc. E. Damaged gear in gear stack.

A. Replace meter drive pawl. B. Reinstall meter drive spring. C. Install new no back pawl. D. Replace meter disc. E. Re-gear Level 1.

2. Unit will not regenerate automatically.

A. Meter disc not turning. B. Control disc will not advance out of service

position. C. Damaged teeth on control disc. D. Control valve will not open. E. Drain line/backwash flow control restricted.

A. See # 1 above. B. Replace regeneration start pawl.

C. Replace control disc. D. Check for debris – clean if present. E. Remove restriction/change backwash

flow control if necessary.

3. No vacuum in brine position.

A. Check stems missing or not seated correctly.

B. Check stems missing or will not move freely.

C. Plugged venturi. D. Plugged backwash flow control/drain line.

E. Plugged brine screen/fitting. F. Damaged outlet main valve seat seal.

A. Replace or reseat check stems.

B. Replace or clean check stems.

C. Clean flow control, venturi throat and nozzle. Note: Do not use paper clip.

D. Clean/replace flow control/free obstruction from drain line.

E. Clean brine screen/fitting. F. Replace main valve seat seal.

4. Over/under dosing of salt.

A. Brine drum/valve not level. B. Bridged salt in drum. C. Brine valve is not set correctly. D. Brine valve is faulty. E. Brine valve is dirty. F. Venturi nozzle is plugged. G. Plugged brine screen/fitting. H. Brine flow control is plugged.

A. Level the brine drum/valve. B. Break up the solidified salt. C. Set the brine valve correctly. D. Replace the brine valve. E. Clean the brine valve. F. Clean venturi throat and nozzle. G. Clean brine screen/fitting. H. Clean/replace brine flow control.

5. The by-pass is open or leaking.

A. Accidentally left in “Open” or “Service” position.

B. Damaged seal or other part in by-pass valve or damage to ball valve(s) in a three way by-pass configuration.

C. By-pass valve blending screw left in open

position

A. Close the by-pass valve.

B. Repair/replace bad valve(s). To check for internal leak in by-pass valve, open a soft water tap and run water. With the unit in the service position, disconnect the brine line from the brine elbow. If this water is soft and the water at the tap is hard, replace/repair the by-pass valve.

C. Close valve blending screw by turning screw clockwise until it stops.

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Frequent Regeneration

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. High water usage. A. Customer uses more water than expected.

B. Leak in plumbing or fixture (greater than minimum flow rate required for metering).

A. Inform customer of expected frequency based on actual usage.

B. Repair the leak.

2. Unit regenerates more frequently than necessary.

A. Incorrect Meter Disc installed. B. Meter disc not moving and regeneration

start pawl in gap. C. Control valve stuck in “Open” position

(causes continuous regeneration) due to debris under seal or stray pressure signal.

D. Incorrect meter gearing.

A. Adjust Meter Disc. B. Refer to “Hard Water Troubleshooting”

section step 1. C. Remove debris (if present) or replace

level 1 (stray pressure signal due to poor seal under ceramic disc).

D. Rework the meter gearing.

3. Lack of understanding regarding Signature Series units.

Customer is used to electrical units with timers.

Explain to customer that Signature Series units regenerate based on volume as opposed to time.

Unit Stuck in Cycle

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Unit stuck in regeneration/ backwash cycle.

A. Control flow path is plugged at the regeneration nozzle or regeneration flow control.

B. Regeneration drive pawl and/or spring is weak or broken.

C. Damaged tooth on control disc. D. Eccentric pin is worn/damaged. E. On backwashing filters, low pressure may

cause plugged bed. F. Regeneration gears not moving.

A. Clean the regeneration flow path. B. Replace regeneration drive pawl. C. Replace control disc. D. Replace eccentric pin (snap fit). E. Increase pressure and/or backwash

frequency. May need to rebed. F. Free obstruction or impediment to

gearing.

2. Unit stuck in service cycle.

A. Regeneration start pawl broken or missing.

B. Unit will not regenerate automatically.

A. Replace or install regeneration start pawl.

B. Refer to “Hard Water Troubleshooting” section step 2.

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Run to Drain

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Balance Piston O-ring not seated properly.

A. O-ring off-center. B. O-ring pinched or damaged.

A. Depress actuator several times to try to seat the O-ring.

B. Replace O-ring.

2. Bad control disc. Map side of control disc scored. Replace control disc.

3. Drain or control valves not seated properly.

A. Debris trapped under the seals. B. Low water pressure (this may prevent

proper seating of seals).

A. Remove debris. B. Increase water pressure.

4. Low Water Pressure (see also “Sticking in Cycle”).

Pressure at the brine fitting lower than 15 psi will affect the hydraulic movements within the softener or filter valves and may not allow drain or control valves to close.

Increase feed water pressure. Check pressure before softener and after softener. If there is a severe pressure loss above 15 psi across the system they may have some blockage in the resin tanks. If filter and softener, or two filters are installed in series, use lockout kit.

5. The main valve piston quad rings or level four internal quads are not sealing.

A. Main valve quad rings may be rolled, twisted, or damaged.

B. Water may be leaking from the main valve seat side of the level 4 to a non pressurized area on the piston side of the level 4.

C. Seals may be damaged by chlorine or chloramines.

A. Replace main valve piston quad rings. B. Replace small retainer quad rings in level 4

or replace level 4 (the piston shafts seal against these quad rings, and they cannot be seen without removing the pistons).

C. Replace with blue seals for use with chloramines.

6. Plugged signal hole or broken non-serviceable glue seal under ceramic disc.

Age and wear, or contamination from poorly filtered feed water.

Clean signal holes with paper clip or compressed air; replace Level 1, if necessary.

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Salty Water

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Overdosing of salt. A. Brine valve set incorrectly. B. Brine valve not seating properly. C. Rubber band not removed. D. Leak in brine valve.

A. Set the brine valve correctly. B. Replace brine valve. C. Remove rubber band from float cup. D. Repair leak/replace brine valve.

2. Restricted drain flow.

A. Drain line kinked or clogged. B. Backwash flow control restricted. C. Long drain tubing run. D. Drain tubing rises higher than 8 ft.

A. Clear obstructions; ensure drain flows smoothly and clearly.

B. Clean/replace backwash flow control. C. Shorten length of tubing or increase size of

drain tubing. D. Reduce rise to less than 8 ft.

3. Low water pressure. A. Plugged prefilter. B. Pressure setting too low. C. Fouled/damaged resin bed.

A. Change prefilter. B. Increase feed pressure. C. Replace resin.

4. Upper distributors partially blinded (downflow units).

Foreign material or fines lodged into the slots.

Clean or replace upper distributors.

High Salt Use

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Unit regenerates too frequently.

See ”Frequent Regeneration” section. See ”Frequent Regeneration” section.

2. Overdosing of salt. See “Salty Water” section. See “Salty Water” section.

Equipment Noise

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Unit makes squealing noise during regeneration.

Control disc not flat or sealing properly against the ceramic disc.

Replace control disc, balance piston spring and balance piston O-ring.

2. Unit makes gurgling, hissing or bubbling sound (A small amount of noise during startup and refill is normal).

A. Trapped air in piping following installation.

B. Air being drawn into piping. C. Brine line and/or valve not air checking.

A. Release all trapped air from piping.

B. Identify source and fix air leak. C. Identify and replace faulty parts.

3. Groaning while water being used.

High feed pressure. Reduce feed pressure.

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Iron/Manganese Bleed-through

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Water meter disc and/or salt dosage not set up properly.

A. Initially set-up incorrectly.

B. Raw water composition has changed.

A. Test inlet hardness, iron, and manganese, and set meter disc and salt dosage accordingly.

B. Test inlet hardness, iron, and manganese, and set meter disc and salt dosage accordingly.

2. Insoluble iron/manganese passing through softener.

A. Insoluble iron/manganese not removed by softener resin.

B. Insoluble iron/manganese is smaller than the micron rating of the pre-filter.

A. Install pre-filter.

B. Install smaller micron pre-filter element.

3. Iron / manganese build-up in resin.

High iron/manganese-bearing water. Use salt that contains resin cleaning additives.

4. Customer’s plumbing may be adding ferric iron into the water.

Aging galvanized pipe and/or pressure tank. Replace piping/tank or install a pre-filter. Check in localized areas for sections of galvanized pipe and/or dissimilar metals.

Taste, Color, and Odor

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Metallic taste in water.

See “Iron Bleed-through” section. See “Iron Bleed-through” section.

2. Chlorine / Chloramine taste and/or odor in water.

Chlorinated/chloraminated municipal supply.

Install a dechlorinator/CRS.

3. Salty taste in water. See “Salty Water” section. See “Salty Water” section.

4. Yellow tint in water. A. Tannins present in raw water. B. Iron may be present in water.

A. Install a tannin softener if tannins are present.

B. See “Iron/Manganese Bleed through” section.

5. Rotten egg taste/ odor in water.

A. Hydrogen Sulfide present in water. B. (Hot water only) Anode rod in water

heater may cause reaction causing odor.

A. Install Sulfur Guard system after softener.

B. Alternate rod material can be used (see water heater manufacturer).

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Pressure Loss

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Low pressure entering the unit.

A. Prefilter clogged. B. Feed pressure setting too low.

A. Replace prefilter cartridge. B. Increase feed water pressure.

2. Upper and/or lower distributors plugged.

A. Foreign material accumulating on distributors.

B. Degraded resin accumulating on distributors.

C. Bacteria accumulating on distributors.

A. Clean distributors. Add prefilter if not present.

B. Clean distributors. Determine cause of resin degradation. Correct and re-bed.

C. Clean distributors. Address bacteria at the source.

3. Resin is chlorine/ chloramine damaged.

Chlorinated/ chloraminated municipal water.

Re-bed resin tanks. Install dechlorinator/CRS to prevent future damage.

4. Equipment is undersized.

Customer demand has increased or initial equipment sized incorrectly.

Revise equipment selection.

Leaks

Problem Possible Cause Solution

1. Leaks between the levels.

A. Main valve screws are not tightened.

B. One of the level seals is pinched, broken or missing.

C. Crack in seal area near screw hole. D. One of the screw holes is stripped. E. Actuator O-ring missing/leaking, causing

water to drip down and appear to be leaking between the levels.

A. Depressurize unit and tighten the main valve screws.

B. Replace faulty or missing seal. C. Replace faulty level. D. Replace main base (Level 6). E. Replace actuator O-ring.

2. Leaks at cap area. A. One of the screws is stripped. B. Actuator O-ring damaged/missing. C. Cracked cap.

A. Replace Level 1. B. Replace and lubricate O-ring. C. Replace cap.

3. Feed water pressure too high.

A. Pressure regulator not installed. B. Pressure regulator is broken.

A. Install pressure regulator. B. Replace pressure regulator.

4. Leaks at main base/ remote base/nipple.

A. Base/nipple is not tightened properly. B. Base/nipple O-ring pinched/missing.

A. Tighten base. B. Replace/install O-ring.

5. Tank is leaking. Tank failure. Replace tank.

6. Leaks at tubing connections.

Tubing connections over/under-tightened. Tighten tubing connections correctly (make a fresh 1” cut off of the tubing).

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Standard Units:

Model 735

Model 935

Model 1035

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Level One Assembly

Meter Disc Part Number

1 1504

2 1505

3 1506

4 1507

5 1508

6 1509

7 1510

8 1511

Complete Assembly

Part numbers can be found on parts page 36.

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1

2

3

4

5

6

6

7

8

9

10

12

13

11

14

15 16

19

20

21

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17

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Notes

1. Metering Discs are the same for all models and should be chosen from the appropriate disc selection chart. Part

numbers are on previous page.

2. Locate the correct part from the exploded drawing on previous page and use it to find the correct row in table below. The standard model number determines the correct column.

Dwg. No. Description Qty. Req’d. Model Number

735 935 1035

1 Cap Screw 8 1010 1010 1010

2 Cap 1 9044B 9044B 9044B

3 Seal, Cap 1 8628 8628 8628

4 O-ring, Actuator 1 1460 1460 1460

5 Actuator 1 13688 13688 13688

6 Balance Piston 1 14927 14927 14927

7 Spring, Balance Piston 1 5448 5448 5448

8 O-ring, Balance Piston 1 1070 1070 1070

9 Control Disc 1 4689 (white) 4689 (white) 4689 (white)

10 Pawl, Meter Drive 1 7014 7014 7014

11 Spring, Meter Drive 1 7010A 7010A 7010A

12 Pawl, Regeneration Start 1 1783 1783 1783

13 Pawl, Regeneration Drive 1 5511 5511 5511

14 Pawl, No Back 1 7097 7097 7097

15 Eccentric Pin 2 1520 1520 1520

16 Support Pin 1 1023 1023 1023

17 Level 1 Filter 1 10781 10781 10781

18 Regeneration O-ring 1 2657 2657 2657

19 Screw, Main Valve 8 5372 5372 5372

20 Level 1 Shell 1 15160 15160 15160

21 Level 1 Seal 1 8629 8629 8629

22 Level 1 Assembly 1 15576 15577 15577

* Meter Nozzle 1 14693 14693 14693

*See Gearing Stacks (Page 37) for Meter Nozzle location.

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Gearing Stacks

735

Meter Side Regeneration Side

935/1035

Meter Side Regeneration Side

Description Part No.

Gear #1 1522

Gear #2 1523

Gear #4 1525

Gear #5 1526

Gear #6 1527

Gear #7 1528

Turbine #8 Jet 11011A

Turbine #9 9258

Stem Gear 1521

Meter Nozzle 14693

Gear Alignment Clip 11902B

Notes 1. Use the model number to locate the

correct set of drawings. 2. Use the side (Meter or Regeneration) to

locate the correct stack. 3. Use the table to correlate drawing

number to part number.

Regeneration Side

Meter Side

Meter Nozzle

1

5

4

PP9

4

STEM

GEAR

7

8 Jet

6

2

2 STEM

GEAR

1

5

4

PP9

4

STEM

GEAR

5

8 Jet

4

1

2 STEM

GEAR

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Level Two and Three Assemblies

Note: Locate the correct part from the

exploded drawing on the right, and use it to find the correct row in the table below. The standard model number determines the correct column.

Dwg. No.

Description Qty

Req’d Model Number

735 935 1035

1 Level Two 1 13690 13690 13690

2 Vent Tube 1 1480 1480 1480

3 Brine Flow Control 1 5156 (blue) 5156 (blue) 5156 (blue)

4 Level Two Seal 1 8630 8630 8630

5 Level Three 1 8915C 8915C 8915C

6 Drain Elbow 1 1850 1850 1850

7 Brine Elbow 1 1840 1840 1840

8 Regeneration Flow Control 1 9183B 9183B 9183B

9 Venturi Throat 1 2293 (blue) 3343 (tan) 3343 (tan)

10 Level Three Seal 1 8631 8631 8631

11 Filter Disc 1 11017A 11017A 11017A

Notes

1 Locate the correct part from the

exploded drawing on the right and use it

to find the correct row in the table below.

The standard model number determines

the correct column.

6

12

3

4

5

7

10

98

11

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Level Four Assembly

Note: Locate the correct part from the exploded drawing on the right, and use it to find the correct row in the table below. The standard model number determines the correct column.

Completed Assembly

Dwg. No.

Description Qty.

Req’d

Model Number

735 935 1035

1 Level Four w/Retainers 1 13692A 15135 15135

2 Main Valve Piston 4 13695 13695 13695

3 Quad Ring 125, Piston 4 1550 1550 1550

4 Control Valve – Spring Loaded 1 13720A 13720A 13720A

5 Quad Ring, Drain/Control Valve 5 1590 1590 1590

5A Quad Ring, Silicone 4 1590 1590 1590

6 Control Valve Seal 1 7869 7869 7869

7 Flow Control, Backwash 1 1053 1054 1054

8 Main Valve Seat 4 13696 13696 13696

9 Main Valve Seat Seal 4 7865 7865 7865

10 Level Four Seal 1 8632 8632 8632

11 Level Four Assembly 1 15654 5296B 5296B

11

5A

1

4

7 8

10

6

2

3

5

9

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Level Five Assembly

Note: Locate the correct part from the

exploded drawing on the right, and use it to find the correct row in the table below. The standard model number determines the correct column.

Completed Assembly

Dwg. No.

Description Qty.

Req’d Model Number

735 935 1035

1 Level Five Std-Check Stems 1 13700A 13700A 13700A

2 Interlock 1 13697 13697 13697

3 Drain Valve w/Quad 2 13699 13699 13699

4 Drain/Control Valve Seal 2 7869 7869 7869

5 Quad Ring, Drain/Control Valve 2 1590 1590 1590

6 Level Five Assembly 1 8102B 8102B 8102B

6

1

3

4

2

5

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Bases, Tanks, and Tubes

Note: Locate the correct part from the

exploded drawing on the right, and use it to find the correct row in the table below. The standard model number determines the correct column.

Dwg. No. Description Qty.

Req’d Model Number

735 935 1035

1 Seal, Main Base 1 8620 8620 8620

2 Check Stem 2 8627 8627 8627

3 Main Base 1 14602 14602 14602

4 O-ring, Base 1 8925 8925 8925

5 Distributor, Upper 2 2160A 2160A 2160A

6 Distributor Clip 4 10279 10279 10279

7 Distributor Tube 2 13433 13433 13433

8 Media Tank 2 15061 15108 15104

9 Connector Pin 2 4742 4742 4742

10 Connector Link 2 1329 2846 2846

11 Connector Pipe 2 14660 11775A 11775A

12 O-ring, Connector 8 1328 1328 1328

13 Kit, Tank Connector 1 1348A 1352C 1352C

14 Remote Base 1 14658 14658 14658

--- Complete Module 1 15060 15110 15103

--- Resin, Standard Mesh (1 cu. ft.) Varies* 14750 14750 14750

*Refer to specific data sheet.

11

12

10

13

6

14

1

9

2

4

5

8

7

3

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Brine Drums

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18 x 35 Brine Drum Assembly

Assembly Part Number: 15062

Dwg. No.

Description Part No.

9 Brine Valve Assembly, 18 x 35 7805

10 Brine Well Cover, Drilled 7815A

11 BV Bent Tube, 18 x 35 7802

12 BV Guide, Rod/Tube 7798

13 BV Guide Lock, Rod/Tube 7796

14 BV Float Cup, Grommet & Retainer 7821

15 BV Adjuster Tube, Non-magnetic 7787B

16 BV Nut Assembly w/ Float Rod 7786

17 BV O-ring 9804

18 BV Body w/ Plug and Conn 7783

19 BV Body w/ Plug 7782

20 Connector, Male ⅜"T x ¼"MNPT 7780

21 Connector, Union, ⅜"T x ⅜"T 9210

Dwg. No.

Description Part No.

1 Grid Plate Assembly, 5 x 18 1539

2 Brine Well, 4 x 30.5 1610A

3 Fastener, Push-in, ¼" 7337

4 Washer, Overflow 10092

5 Elbow, Overflow 1138

6 Nut, Overflow 1139

1

6

5

4

3

2

19

21

9

10

11

13

12

14

15

16

17

18

20

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12 x 40 Brine Drum Assembly

Assembly Part Number: 1479B

Dwg. No.

Description Part No.

10 Brine Valve Assembly, 18 x 35 7805

11 Brine Well Cover, Drilled 7815A

12 BV Bent Tube, 18 x 35 7802

13 BV Guide, Rod/Tube 7798

14 BV Guide Lock, Rod/Tube 7796

15 BV Float Cup, Grommet & Retainer 7821

16 BV Adjuster Tube, Non-magnetic 7787B

17 BV Nut Assembly w/ Float Rod 7786

18 BV O-ring 9804

19 BV Body w/ Plug and Connector 7783

20 BV Body w/ Plug 7782

21 Conn, Male ⅜"T x ¼"MNPT 7780

22 Conn, Union, ⅜"T x ⅜"T 9210

Dwg. No.

Description Part No.

1 Brine Drum Drilled, 12 x 40 11901

2 Grid Plate, 12 x 40 11900

3 Grid Support Set, 12 x 40 (Qty. 3) 8704

4 Rubber Grommet 1140

5 Brine Well, 4 x 30.5 1610A

6 Fastener, Push-in, ¼" 7337

7 Nut, Overflow 1139

8 Washer, Overflow 10092

9 Elbow, Overflow 1138

6

2

3

1

9

8

7

5

4

12

11

13 14

15

16

17 18

19

22

21

20

10

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12 x 16 x 20 Brine Drum Assembly

Assembly Part Number: 7202

Dwg. No.

Description Part No.

12 BV Adjuster Tube, Non-magnetic 7787B

13 BV Nut Assembly w/ Float Rod, 10" 7827

14 BV O-ring 9804

15 BV Body w/ Plug and Connector 7783

16 BV Body w/ Plug 7782

17 Connector, Male ⅜"T x ¼"MNPT 7780

18 Connector, Union, ⅜"T x ⅜"T 9210

19 Brine Valve Assembly 7928

20 Grid Plate Assembly 50 8705

20A Grid Plate 8700

20B Grid Support Set 8706

Dwg. No.

Description Part No.

1 Brine Drum Lid, 12 x 16 x 20 5662A

2 Brine Drum, Punched, WP 8926

3 Brine Well 7918A

4 Nut, Overflow 1139

5 Washer, Overflow 10092

6 Elbow, Overflow 1138

7 Brine Well Cover, Drilled, Off-Center 7815A

8 BV Bent Tube 7899

9 BV Guide, Rod/Tube 7798

10 BV Guide Lock, Rod/Tube 7796

11 BV Float Cup, Grommet & Retainer 7821

1

20A

2

3

4

5

6

20

02

0

20B

7

19

9

11

12

13

14

15

8

10

17

16

18

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