Star Water Systems S15DC39DR - Manual (Page 9)

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MAINTENANCE
1. SALT REFILL - During each regeneration of the water soft-
ener, a specific amount of salt is consumed, thus requiring
periodic replenishment. The frequency of the replenish-
ment depends on the regeneration schedule. Always
replenish salt before the supply is exhausted to ensure a
continuous supply of softened water.
We suggest using pellet type salt or grade A rock salt
that contains no dirt or sediment. Fill tank about 3/4 full.
Do not pack full. Do not use block salt. Potassium chlo-
ride, a salt substitute, can be used.
2. Preventing iron fouling of mineral bed - If iron is present
in the water supply, the softener will eventually become
iron fouled, resulting in reduced softening capacity and
rust stained fixtures. Mixing one or two ounces of Super
Iron Out® or similar iron cleaner with every 80 lbs. of
salt added to the brine compartment will minimize these
problems. As an alternative, there are types of salt avail-
able on the market that contain iron control agents.
3. Brine compartment clean out - To prevent service prob-
lems, the salt compartment should be emptied of accu-
mulate. This clean out should be done when the salt
level is low or exhausted.
To eliminate the need of removing the brine tank (two
tank models) or the entire unit (single tank models), use
a wet/dry vacuum cleaner to empty the old brine water.
Once emptied, clean dirt from the salt compartment.
Add 5 gallons of water and new salt.
4. Periodically check time of day setting - Power outages
will cause time of day timer setting to become incorrect.
To reset, refer to “Setting the Control Valve.”
5. Change of operating conditions - Should your family size,
your water usage habits or your water quality change,
the regeneration program setting may have to be adjust-
ed. Do not lower salt setting.
PREvENTINg wATER CONdITIONERS
OR FIlTERS FROM FREEzINg whIlE IN
STORAgE
NOTE: The warranty does not apply to damage due to freez-
ing, nor is the manufacturer responsible for or assume any
liability for breakage, missing parts or consequential damage
that results from placing the unit into storage.
1. Plan Ahead! Placing the unit into storage should be done
when the salt level in the brine tank is low but NOT com-
pletely exhausted.
2. Immediately before storage and before the salt is com-
pletely exhausted, manually start the regeneration pro-
cess and allow the unit to automatically go through all of
the regeneration cycles.
3. Place the unit into the bypass position, depressurize and
disconnect the plumbing from the control valve.
4. Remove the control valve from the mineral tank by turn-
ing counterclockwise.
5. Shake as much water out of the valve as possible and store
in an open, dry area. Place any loose fittings in a plastic
bag and tape to the valve.
6. Syphon water from the mineral tank, inserting a hose
into and down the distributor tube. This tube is in the
middle of the mineral tank and can be seen once the
valve is removed.
7. Using a wet/dry vacuum cleaner, empty the brine tank/salt
compartment of brine water. Then remove as much of
the remaining salt as possible. CAUTION: Salt will become
encrusted if allowed to remain in the brine tank.
8. Using two (2) people, place mineral tank or cabinet on its
side on the floor, using caution as the cabinet or mineral
tank will break if dropped or not handled carefully.
CAUTION: Water from the mineral tank will cause damage
to carpeting, vegetation, furniture, etc. The manufacturer
of the equipment is not responsible, and assumes no
liability for such damage.
9. DO NOT stand the unit upright until it is to be placed
back into service. To do so will allow remaining moisture
to settle to the bottom of the mineral tank, expand when
freezing, thereby splitting the tank.
10. To place the unit back into service, refer to installation
and control valve instructions.