Autotrole ReadySoft System

ReadySoft Alternating and ReadySoft HighFlow Water Conditioning Control System Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction 3

Installation 6

Location Selection

Water Line Connection

Drain Line Connection

Brine Line Connection

Brine Tank Overflow Connection Turbine Connection

Manifold Connection Connection of Controls

Placing Conditioners into Operation 9

Initial Start Up

Programming the ReadySoft Control 9

Level I Parameters

Level II Parameters

Special Notes for Level II Parameters Level III Memory Locations

Regeneration 18

Manual Regeneration

Remote Regeneration

Service 18

Post-Service Start-Up Procedure

Removing the Control

Introduction

The ReadySoft System provides sophisticated, demand-based water conditioning by incorporating a microprocessor based control and a water meter to electronically monitor the amount of water used daily. This fully programmable control allows you to fine-tune the conditioners' operation to meet your customer's application. The Twin Alternating System ensures an uninterrupted supply of softened water, while the HighFlow system provides for higher flow rates through parallel operation with multiple options for delayed regeneration. The Series 255 valve combines design simplicity with reinforced Noryl* construction to provide an uncommonly reliable appliance. The inherent reliability of the system means a long life of efficient, trouble-free water conditioning. If maintenance becomes necessary, the Series 255/ReadySoft Water Conditioning System offers a unique separation capability illustrated in this manual, allowing isolation of one valve while providing softened water with the other.

*NORYL is a Trademark of General Electric Company.

Preventative Maintenance 21

Injector Screen and Injector

Water Meter

Disinfection of Water Conditioners 21

Sodium Hypochlorite 5.25%

Calcium Hypochlorite

Pressure Graphs 22

Specffications 23

255 Valve with ReadySoft Control

Wiring Diagrams 24

Connecting the Controls

Main and Secondary Wiring Schematic

Alarms 26

Troubleshooting 27

Flow Diagrams 29

Replacement Parts 31

Special Features

• Redundant Twin System. The Alternating system provides continuous soft water while the HighFlow system produces higher flow rate capabilities. Both systems make it possible to operate each tank independent of the other.

• Twin Alternating System and the HighFlow System can be setup to provide round-the clock softened water.

• Memory Retention. During a power outage, critical operating information in the control's memory is stored in NOVRAM*. This information includes the time of day, water usage amounts, daily average water usage, all programming data and the number of days since the last regeneration. When power is restored, the information is returned to the microprocessor and operation resumes as if an outage never occurred. The time of day will be late by the length of the power outage. If an outage occurs, the time of day should be reset, but no other reprogramming is necessary.

• HighFlow System displays the capacity remaining in each unit and the flow rate through the system.

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• Twin Alternating System clearly displays unit in service and alternates between Capacity Remaining and Flow Rate while on line.

• Fully programmable regeneration cycle times.

The control allows the Backwash, Rinse, and Purge cycle times to be set by the installer to fine-tune the conditioners' operation.

• Optional Remote Regeneration.

• WQA S-101 Features. The control can be programmed to lock the values for Salt Amount and Capacity so the customer cannot alter them after installation (see Parameter P18, Table 2).

• Soft Water Backwash.

• Selectable 12 or 24 hour clock. (see Parameter P13, Table 2).

• Delayed Regeneration Option. The HighFlow System offers multiple options for initiation of demand regeneration including delayed regeneration.

• Selectable U.S. or Metric units of measure. Use grains per gallon of hardness, pounds of salt, and kilograins of capacity for U.S. units. Use milligrams per liter of hardness, kilograms of salt and kilograms of capacity for metric units (see Parameter P12, Table 2).

• Design Reliability. Solid-state electronics assure trouble-free performance. The metering system has only one moving part, the rotating turbine that measures water usage and generates electrical pulses that are counted by the microprocessor to determine the need to regenerate.

• Simple Non-Solenoid Operation. System contains no solenoid valves. Flapper technology regulates the on- and off-line status of the tanks.

* Non Volatile Random Access Memory

Operation

• For HighFlow Systems the unit in regeneration returns to service upon completion of regeneration.

• For Twin Alternating Systems the unit in Standby automatically fast rinses to drain before coming on-line.

• Direct acting flapper system functions independent of water pressure.

• Five-cycle regeneration operation provides for downflow conditioned water, upflow backwash, downflow brining and slow rinse, downflow fast rinse after standby, (Twin Alternating Systems only) and refill of the brine tank. In the Twin Alternating Systems, after regeneration the tank remains in standby until it is required for use.

• Valve discs are held closed by water pressure and are leak tight. Valve seats are in a vertical position, which is the position least vulnerable to fouling.

• Conditioned water is used for backwash. This eliminates hardness carryover and contamination of the resin bed with precipitated materials.

• The ReadySoft System is easy to service and familiar to you and your customers.

• Manual regeneration can be accomplished on either tank by pressing the REGEN button on the front of the control. Sequential manual regenerations without waiting for the first unit to finish are also possible.

• Each tank and valve pair can operate alone to provide soft water if the other is taken off-line for service or maintenance. This is achieved through the use of the 256 Bypass (Figure 3).

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Tank 1

Tank 2

Figure 1 ReadySoft Twin Alternating System

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Tank 1

Figure 2 ReadySoft HighFlow System

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Unit in Service

Outlet

Installation

All plumbing must conform to local codes. Inspect the unit carefully for shipping damage. Note: The phrases "water conditioning unit" and "water conditioning system" refer to the complete ReadySoft System including two tanks and two controls. The two tanks should be plumbed to an interconnecting manifold. It is highly recommended that separate brine lines be used for each tank. It is critical for the resin, resin volume, inlet piping, etc. to be identical for the HighFlow system to reach optimum performance.

Location Selection

The following considerations must be taken into account when selecting the location for the water conditioning system.

• Locate the system as close to a drain as possible.

• If supplementary water treating equipment is required, make sure that adequate additional space is available. Locate the brine tank in an accessible place so that salt can be easily added.

• Do not install any system with less than 10 feet (3 m) of piping between the outlet of the conditioners and the inlet of the water heater. Water heaters can transfer heat down the cold water pipe into the control valve. Hot water can severely damage the conditioners.

A ten-foot (3-m) total pipe run (including bends, elbows. etc.) is a reasonable distance to prevent hot water damage. A positive way to prevent hot water from flowing from a heat source to the conditioners is to install an expandable accumulator tank before the hot water heater. Always conform to local codes.

Unit in Bypass

Figure 3

• Do not locate the unit in an area where the ambient temperature is ever below 34°F (1°C) or over 120°F (49°C).

• Maximum allowable water temperature is 100°F (38°C).

• Do not install the unit near acid or acid fumes.

• Do not expose the unit to petroleum products.

Water Line Connection

A bypass valve system must be installed to accommodate occasions when the water conditioning system must be bypassed for supplying hard water or servicing. The most common bypass systems are the Autotrol 256 Bypass valve, Figure 4, and plumbed in gate or ball valves, Figure 5. Though both are similar in function, the Autotrol Bypass offers simplicity and ease of operation.

Not in Bypass

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In Bypass

Conditioning System

Figure 4

Tank Isolated

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Conditionin System

Not in Bypass

In Bypass

Conditioning System

Figure 5

Drain Line Connection

The system should be above, and not more than 20 feet (6.1 m) from a drain. Connect an appropriate fitting and 1/2-inch (1.3-cm) plastic tubing to the drain line connection on the rear of the control valve.

If the unit is located more than 20 feet (6.1 m) from the drain, use 3/4-inch (1.9-cm) tubing for runs up to

40 feet (12.2 m). Also, purchase appropriate fitting to connect the 3/4-inch tubing to the 1/2-inch NPT drain connection.

If unit is located where the drain line must be elevated, you may elevate the line up to 5 feet (1.5 m) providing the run does not exceed 15 feet (4.6 rn) and water pressure at the conditioners is not less than 40 psi (2.8 bar).

Where drain line is elevated but empties into a drain below the level of the control valve, form a 7 -inch (18-cm) loop at the far end of the line so that the bottom of the loop is level with the drain line connection. This will provide an adequate siphon trap.

Figure 6

Where a drain empties into an overhead sewer line, a sink-type trap must be used.

Note: Standard practices have been expressed here. Local codes may require changes to these suggestions.

Brine Line Connection

It is highly recommended that separate brine lines be used for each tank.

Install an appropriate fitting onto the 1 /4-inch male NPT connection on the air check (Figure 6), and install a length of 3/8-inch polyethylene tubing between the air check fitting and the brine pick-up tube at the brine tank. If you are using a brine valve remove the ball in the air check to avoid possible premature checking.

Note: Make sure that all fittings and connections are vacuum tight so that premature checking does not take place. Premature checking occurs when the ball in the air check falls to the bottom before all brine is drawn out of the brine tank. Refer to the Troubleshooting section in this manual for additional information.

Brine Tank Overflow Line Connection

In the event of a malfunction, the brine tank overflow connection directs overflow to the drain instead of spilling it on the floor where it could cause water damage. Complete the following steps to connect the overflow fitting to the brine tank:

1. Locate the fitting hole on the side of the brine tank.

2. Insert the overflow fitting (not supplied) into the tank and tighten with the plastic thumb nut and gasket as illustrated in Figure 7.

Figure 7

3. Attach a length of 1/2-inch (1.3-cm) tubing (not

supplied) to the fitting and run to the drain.

Note: Do not elevate the overflow line higher than

3 inches (7.6 cm) below the bottom of the overflow fitting. Do not tie into the drain line of the control unit. The overflow line must be a direct, separate line from

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the overflow fitting to the drain, sewer, or tub. Allow an air gap as in the drain line connection, Figure 8.

Figure 8

Brine Tank

Normally only one brine tank is needed. The use of block salt or rock salt is not recommended. If a brine shelf is used, two brine tanks are required. This is due to the increased time needed to produce a concentrated brine solution when using a salt shelf. If rapid multiple exhaustions and regenerations are anticipated, do not use a salt shelf even if two brine tanks are used.

Turbine Connection

Install the turbine assembly (Figure 9) on the outlet plumbing within 2.5 feet (76.3 cm) of the water-conditioning valve so that the turbine probe may reach the turbine. Observe the flow direction arrow on the turbine housing, it should be pointing in the same direction as the water flow in the piping.

Figure 9

The turbine may be mounted either in the horizontal or the vertical position. However, be certain that there is a full pipe condition at all times. The preferred orientation is either the upflow or horizontal direction (Figure 9). Do not mount the turbine in a vertical orientation with a downflow condition.

Flow

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Not Recommended

Recommended

Figure 10

Do not overtighten the turbine housing adapter nuts or the threads may be damaged. The probe will "click" into place when inserted the proper depth into the housing receptacle.

Connection of Optional Interconnecting Manifold

The ReadySoft System is available with or without an interconnecting manifold. If you are using the Autotrol interconnecting manifold, follow the instructions that are supplied with the kit. If you are using the system without the Autotrol interconnecting manifold, an example of an appropriate manifold connection is shown in Figure 11. Brass or Noryl piping bosses can be purchased separately.

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Figure 11

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Placing Conditioners into Operation Initial Start-Up

After the water conditioning system is installed, the conditioners should be disinfected before they are used to treat potable water. Refer to the Disinfection of Water Conditioners section in this manual.

The following steps should be followed to place the system into operation. The ReadySoft System is shipped with a clip on #4 bypass flapper of each valve. After the start up is completed, remove the clip and save as a maintenance part.

1. Remove the rear valve cover by pushing back on the tab located on the lower rear edge of the cover and lift the cover off the control, Figure 14 Page 19.

2. Rotate the #1 tank camshaft COUNTERCLOCKWISE (as viewed from the front of the control) until the indicator points directly to the Backwash position. Repeat with #2 tank camshaft.

3. With the bypass valves in the "service" position, very slowly open the inlet water supply to approximately 1/4 turn open position. This will prevent the media from lifting into the control valve.

4. When all of the air is purged from the tank (water begins to flow steadily from the drain), slowly open the main supply valve all the way. Allow the water to run into the drain until clear.

5. Add water to the brine tank(s) (initial fill). With a bucket or hose, add approximately 1 gallon

(3 liters) of water to the brine tank, enough to cover the brine line pick up screen. Note: Salt shelves should not be used in systems with only 1 brine tank.

6. Carefully rotate the tank 1 camshaft, followed by the tank 2 camshaft, COUNTERCLOCKWISE until the indicator on the regeneration cycle indicator points directly to the center of the Refill position. Hold there until the air checks (Figure 6) fill with water and water flows through the brine line into the brine tank. Do not refill for more than two minutes.

7. Rotate the tank 1 camshaft to Regeneration Complete and the tank 2 camshaft to the Brine/ Slow Rinse position and check that water is being drawn from the brine tank. The water level in the brine tank will recede slowly. Observe the water level for at least three minutes. If the water level does not recede, goes up, or air enters the transparent air check chamber and the ball falls and seats, refer to the Troubleshooting section in this manual.

8. Repeat step 7 checking brine draw of tank 1 by rotating the tank 1 camshaft to Brine/Slow Rinse and the tank 2 camshaft to Regeneration Complete.

9. When both tanks have been checked for brine draw, rotate both tank camshafts to the Start-up position indicated on the front of the control. Apply power to controls and proceed to "Programming the ReadySoft Control". Follow instructions indicated in "ReadySoft Control Start-up" tables to complete system set up.

Important: Remove the bypass flapper clip after initial set up is complete.

Programming the ReadySoft Control This section covers all aspects of programming the control. Note: Settings cannot be changed when either tank is in regeneration. The ReadySoft Secondary Control (tank 2 control) always works in conjunction with the ReadySoft Main Control (tank 1 control) for twin unit applications. The operating values for the Secondary Control are the same as those for the Main Control. An adhesive installation label is provided with each ReadySoft control. It is recommended that this be filled out with programming parameters on start-up and placed on the inside of the cam cover. This will allow the control to be reprogrammed in the case of control replacement.

• TW~OfDAY

• TME OF I-ISlORV

• HARDNESS

• SALTAMOUNT

• TANK CAPACITY .~E

<) 0 {j SET REGEN

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Figure 12

Note that some parameters have a single unit of measure option such as Rinse Time, which is only entered in minutes. Other parameters have dual units such as Salt Amount, which can be entered in pounds or kilograms. To select which units are active, look for a comment in the NOTES column of Tables 1 and 2. It will reference another parameter that selects which units

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are active. For example, Parameter P12 (Table 2) selects U.S. units if it is set to "0" and metric units if it is set to "1".

Connecting the Control

The Capacity, Hardness, and Brine Draw values are set to 0 at the factory and must be changed to appropriate values before the control will operate. "Err 4" will be displayed until valid input is entered for each of these items. Determine from Tables 1 and 2 what these values should be before applying power to the control. When the conditioners are operational, complete the following steps to connect the ReadySoft Control.

• Connect the control to the wall transformer cable.

The power connection is located on the underside of the main control (tank 1) on the left side (refer to Figure 1). Insert the barrel style connector into the power plug.

• Plug the wall mount transformer into an electrical outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.

• If the cord length of the transformer is too short, an optional 15-foot low voltage extension cord may be purchased (contact your original equipment dealer for details).

Level I Parameters (Table 1)

Level I Parameters have an LED indicator on the front panel. The green indicator illuminates next to the active control setting. Pressing the down arrow button displays the Level I Parameters in the following order:

• Time of Day

• Time of HistoryfTime of Regeneration

• Hardness

• Salt Amount

• Capacity

If you continue to press the down arrow button, the parameters will start over with Time of Day. Pressing the up arrow button displays the parameters in reverse order. Refer to Table 1 for a description of these parameters and the available ranges for each parameter.

Press the SET button and the far right number on the display starts flashing. If you want to change this number, press the up arrow button to increase the number or the down arrow button to decrease the number. To skip the number without changing, press the left arrow button. When you reach the far left digit, pressing the left arrow button will return you to the far right digit.

ReadySoft Twin Alternating Control Start-up Note: Do not power controls until Step 3.

Task Tank 1 Control Position Tank 2 Control Position
1. Manually rotate camshafts counterclockwise to TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
startup positions indicated. POSITION (Slow Rinse) POSITION (Refill)
2. Connect the Tank 1 and Tank 2 Controls with TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
factory-installed 4-pin connector. POSITION (Slow Rinse) POSITION (Refill)
3. Connect the 12 VAC power supply to the Tank 1 TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
Control. POSITION (Slow Rinse) POSITION (Refill)
4. Program the Control as indicated in the TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
programming section. POSITION (Slow Rinse) POSITION (Refill)
5. Exit the Programming Mode. The LED display Moving to
shows "Err3" indicating the controls are not in their Moving to STAND-BY REGENERATION
proper position. COMPLETE
6. Wait for the "Err3" message to clear indicating STAND-BY REGENERATION
the controls have reached their proper position. COMPLETE
7. Observe the display alternating between the
Capacity Remaining and flow on tank 2. Press any REGENERATION
button to get the flow reading if the display is STAND-BY COMPLETE
alternating between Capacity Remaining and Time
of Day.
8. The system is now ready for operation. STAND-BY REGENERATION
COMPLETE 10

ReadySoft HighFlow Control Start-up Note: Do not power controls until Step 3.

Task Tank 1 Control Position Tank 2 Control Position
1. Manually rotate camshafts counterclockwise to TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
startup positions indicated. POSITION (Refill) POSITION (Refill)
2. Connect the Tank 1 and Tank 2 Controls with TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
factory-installed 4-pin connector. POSITION (Refill) POSITION (Refill)
3. Connect the 12 VAC power supply to the Tank 1 TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
Control. POSITION (Refill) POSITION (Refill)
4. Program the Control as indicated in the TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
programming section. POSITION (Refill) POSITION (Refill)
5. Exit the Programming Mode. The LED display Moving to Moving to
shows "Err3" indicating the controls are not in their REGENERATION REGENERATION
proper position. COMPLETE COMPLETE
6. Wait for the "Err3" message to clear indicating REGENERATION REGENERATION
the controls have reached their proper position. COMPLETE COMPLETE
7. Observe display alternating between the
Capacity Remaining Tank 1, Capacity Remaining REGENERATION REGENERATION
Tank 2, and Flow. Press any button to get the flow COMPLETE COMPLETE
reading if the display is alternating between
Capacity Remaining and Time of Day.
8. The system is now ready for operation. REGENERATION REGENERATION
COMPLETE COMPLETE Note: If you press and hold either the up arrow button or the down arrow button for more than one second, the flashing number will increase or decrease at the rate of 10 counts per second.

When the number is correct, press the left arrow button. The first number stops flashing and the next number starts flashing. You can change only the flashing number. Continue changing numbers until you reach the desired setting. Press the SET button. The numbers stop flashing and the control accepts the new setting. After approximately 30 seconds, the Twin Alternating control starts alternating between Time of Day and Capacity. The HighFlow System will alternate between flow rate, capacity of tank 1 and capacity of tank 2. Tank 1 capacity is identified by a hash mark next to the "Tank 1" identifier or the far left of the LED display. Tank 2 capacity is indicated the same way using the "Tank 2" identifier, Page 33.

Note: If a beep sounds, the new setting was not accepted because it was outside the allowable range. The old value will be displayed.

Time of Day

Press the SET button. The display will show the Time of Day with the minutes digit blinking. If you want to change the number press the up arrow button to increase the number or the down arrow button to decrease the number. To skip the number without

changing, press the left arrow button. The first number stops flashing and the next number starts flashing. When you have reached the far left digit, pressing the left arrow returns you to the far right digit. Continue changing the numbers until you reach the desired setting. Press the SET button to enter the value.

Time of History (Alternating Unit)

The Time of History has a default setting of

2:00 a.m. This parameter does not need to be altered because it is used to establish the 24-hour data collection period. The Time of History does not affect regeneration as the ReadySoft System regenerates immediately when capacity is exhausted.

Time of Regeneration (High Flow Unit)

The default value for Time of Regeneration is 2:00 a.m. If this is not acceptable, press the SET button and change the numbers using the up and down arrow buttons. Once the desired time is displayed, press the SET button to enter the time. If 2:00 a.m. is acceptable, press the down arrow to move to the next parameter. The Time of History will be altered to reflect the 24-hour period beginning and ending with the Time of Regeneration.

Hardness

The Hardness value is the water hardness expressed in grains per gallon (milligrams per liter). Determine the

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appropriate value and press the SET button to enter the new value. Any value between 3 and 250 grains per gallon (30 and 2500 milligrams per liter) is allowed. Press the SET button to enter the new value. The default setting is "0". This value must be changed.

Salt Amount

Salt Amount is the next value displayed. The default value for Salt Amount is 6 pounds (2.5 kilograms). Refer to Chart 1 for appropriate value.

Note: This is the total amount of salt per regeneration, not pounds per cubic foot.

Capacity

Capacity is set in kilograins (kilograms). Refer to Chart 1 for the capacity setting that corresponds to the resin bed volume and salt amount. The default setting is "0". This value must be changed.

If Parameters P6 and P7 have not been previously programmed the control will step to P6 at this time. The default setting for P7 is "0". This value must be changed. See Level II parameters for additional information.

If you wish to fine-tune the operation of this control, refer to Table 2 for details concerning allowable values, defaults and parameter descriptions. The programming procedure is the same for all of these parameters.

Level II Parameters (Table 2)

The Level" Parameters are P6 through P20 in Table 2. To access Level" Parameters, simultaneously press and hold the down arrow button and the up arrow button for 3 seconds. If the control was alternating between Time of Day and Capacity when the buttons are pushed, the display shows P1. If a different Level I Parameter was displayed, the display shows the "P" number for that parameter. Refer to Table 2 to find the "P" number associated with each parameter.

Use the up arrow button or the down arrow button to move from one parameter to the next. The display cycles through the "P" numbers shown in Tables 1 and 2. When you reach P20, the next P number will be P1.

When the parameter number you want to change is on the display, press the left arrow button to display the data assigned to that parameter. Press the SET button and the far right number on the display starts flashing. If you want to change this number, press the up arrow button or the down arrow button. To skip the number without changing, press the left arrow button. When the setting is correct, press the SET button. The number stops flashing, the control accepts the new setting, and automatically goes to the next "P" number. If a beep sounds the new setting was not in the allowed range. Refer to Table 2 for allowable values for each parameter.

Table 1

Level 1 Program Values - ReadySoft Twin Unit Alternating Controls

Parameter Range of Minimum Default Units of
Name Description Values Increments Value Measure Notes
Time of Day 1 :00 to 12:59 None Range depends on P13
P1 AM or PM 00:00 to 23:59 1 Hour:Minute value. Enter the current time.
Time of 1 :00 to 12:59 Range depends on P13
HistoryfTime
P2 of AM orPM 1 2:00AM Hour:Minute value. This parameter does
Regeneration 00:00 to 23:59 not need to be changed.
Units of measure depend on
P3 Hardness of 3 to 250 1 0 Grains/gallon P12 value. Test water
Water 30 to 2500 10 0 mg/L hardness and enter that
value.
P4 Salt Amount 0.5 to 125.0 0.5 6 Pounds Units of measure depend on
0.1 to 25.0 0.1 2.5 Kilograms P12 value. Refer to Chart 1.
Capacity of 0.1 to 260.0 0.1 0 Kilograins Capacity of one tank. Units
P5 Unit 0.01 to 26.0 0.01 0 Kilograms of measure depend on P12
value. Refer to Chart 1. 12

Chart 1: Suggested Salt/Capacity Settings (Pounds of Salt for Various Size Conditioners)

Resin Bed Volume
Capacity 0.5 ft3 0.75 tt3 1.0 ft3 1.25 tt3 1.5 tt3 1.75 tt3 2.0 tt3 2.5 ft3 3.0 tt3
of Unit (P5)
12 4.5 - - - - - - - -
16 9.0 5.0 - - - - - - -
20 - 8.5 6.0 - - - - - -
24 - 14.0 8.5 7.0 - - - - -
30 - - 15.0 11.0 9.0 - - - -
32 - - 18.5 12.5 10.0 9.0 - - -
35 - - - 16.0 12.0 10.0 9.0 - -
40 - - - 23.0 17.0 14.0 12.0 - -
48 - - - - 28.0 21.0 17.0 14.0 18.0
60 - - - - - - 30.0 23.0 26.0
72 - - - - - - - 35.0 30.0
78 - - - - - - - - 36.0 To change or view other parameters, press the left arrow to have the display show the "P" numbers. Then use the up arrow button or the down arrow button to go to the parameter number you wish to change.

To exit the level II programming mode, simultaneously press and hold the down arrow and up arrow buttons for 3 seconds or wait 30 seconds without pressing a button. The control starts alternating the display between Capacity Remaining and flow of the tank in the Regeneration Complete position.

Settings for all parameters should be written on the label provided for the control. The label has an adhesive backing so it can be attached inside the cam cover for future service reference.

Special Notes for Level II Parameters

The programming parameters in Level II can be used to fine tune the operating performance of the ReadySoft system and optimize its efficiency.

Refill Control Value

Parameter P6 sets the refill value. The correct value is molded into the end of the refill controller as seen in Figure 13, which has the number 33. The default value in P6 is 33. If the value in P6 is larger than the number on the refill control, not enough brine will be made. If the value in P6 is smaller than the correct value, too much brine will be made. Press the SET button and enter the correct value.

Figure 13

Brine Draw Value

Parameter P7 is used to calculate the brine draw time. The default value in P7 is "0". Refer to Chart 2 for the correct value. The appropriate value must be entered for the control to operate properly. Find the injector used in the 255 valve. The injector cap is labeled with the injector letter and the injector is color coded for easy identification. Next, determine the typical water pressure for the installation. The Brine Draw Value is an estimate of the flow rate of brine through the injector. The control calculates the brine draw time using this value and the salt amount. The brine draw time is added to the Rinse Time (P1 0) to determine the total Brine Draw/Slow Rinse Time.

Chart 2: Brine Draw Values (P7)

Injector Color Value at Value at Value at
30 psi 50 psi 70 psi
A White 19 26 31
B Blue 24 30 37
C Red 29 37 40 13

Chart 3: Backwash Values (P8)

Tank Diameter P8Value
6 9
7 12
8 16
9 20
10 25
12 35
13 42
14 49
*16 60 * 16 inch tank requires an external 6 gpm drain line flow control

Table 2

Level II Program Values - Readysoft Twin Tank Alternating Controls (P17 = 4)

Parameter Description Range of Minimum Default Units of Notes
Values Increments Value Measure
P6 Refill 1 - 99 1 33 Use Value Molded on Refill
Controller Cap
P7 Brine Draw 1 - 99 1 0 Select Setting from Chart 2
Rate
P8 Backwash 1-99 1 25 Select Setting from Chart 3
Values
P9 Backwash 3 - 30 1 14 Minutes
Time
P10 Slow Rinse 8 -125 1 40 Minutes
P11 Fast Rinse 2 -19 1 4 Minutes
P12 Units of 0-1 1 0 0= US
Measure 1 = Metric
P13 Clock Mode 0-1 1 0 o = 12 hour AM/PM
1 = 24 hour
P14 Calendar 0-30 1 0 Days o = No Calendar Override
Override
P15 0-1 1 0 Not Used in Twin Alternating
Mode
Percent of Not Used in Twin Alternating
P16 0-70 1 30 Total
Capacity Mode
P17 Operation 3-4 1 4 4 = 5 Cycle Co Current Twin
Type Alternating
Salt/Capacity 0= None
P18 Change Lock 0-1 1 0 1 = Salt/Capacity Change
Out Locked Out
P19 Turbine Size 1.0,2.0 0.5 1.0 1.0 = 1" Autotrol Turbine
Factory Factory Use Only - DO NOT
P20 Default 0-7 1 9
Configuration CHANGE 14

Demand Initiated Regeneration Modes for HighFlow Systems

Parameter P15 is used to determine the method for demand initiated regeneration. Four regeneration modes are possible.

• P15 = 0, Delayed Regeneration with a Smart Reserve Regenerations will start only at the Time of Regeneration entered in P2. A tank is regenerated if the capacity remaining in that tank is below the minimum required capacity needed to meet the next days calculated water usage requirement. The next days water usage number is based on the daily average water usage held in NOVRAM plus a 20% reserve. If necessary both tanks will be regenerated sequentially beginning with the most exhausted tank.

This option allows the control to vary the reserve, and therefore the decision to regenerate, based on the actual daily water usage pattern for the location at which it is installed. See Chart 4.

• P15 = 1, Delayed Regeneration with a Fixed Reserve Regenerations will start only at the Time of Regeneration entered in P2. A tank is regenerated if the capacity remaining in that tank is below the percentage entered in P16.

If either tank's capacity is overrun by 50% a regeneration will take place. The control will also cause both tanks to be regenerated sequentially the next Time of Regeneration regardless of how much water is used during that 24 hour period. This feature is to help recover a severely exhausted bed. See Chart 5.

• P15 = 2, Immediate Regeneration - Fixed Reserve/Delayed Regeneration -Smart Reserve This option uses the features of both option 0 and option 3. This is the most versatile of regeneration options. Option number 2 provides all the advantages of variable reserve based on the actual amount of water that is used each day plus the capability to react to the excessive water usage days that occur occasionally. See Chart 6.

• P15 = 3, Immediate Regeneration - Fixed Reserve Regenerations are started immediately when a tank reaches zero or when the system capacity remaining (capacity remaining in both tanks) drops below the reserve capacity programmed in P16. To prevent hard water this reserve should be set large enough to provide conditioned water during the regeneration of the most exhausted tank. See Chart 7.

Chart 4 (P15 = 0)

Priority Flow Rate Continuous Efficiency
Soft Water
High •
Ave • •
Low Priority Flow Rate Continuous Efficiency
Soft Water
High •
Ave •
Low • Chart5 (P15=1)

Chart 6 (P15 = 2)

Priority Flow Rate Continuous Efficiency
Soft Water
High •
Ave • •
Low Priority Flow Rate Continuous Efficiency
Soft Water
High • •
Ave
Low • Chart 7 (P15 = 3)

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Table 3

Level II Program Values - ReadySoft Twin Tank HighFlow Controls (P17 = 3)

Parameter Description Range of Minimum Default Units of Notes
Values Increments Value Measure
P6 Refill 1 - 99 1 33 Use Value Molded on Refill
Controller Cap
P7 Brine Draw 1 - 99 1 0 Select Setting from Chart 2
Rate
P8 Backwash 1-99 1 25 Select Setting from Chart 3
Values
P9 Backwash 3 - 30 1 14 Minutes
Time
P10 Slow Rinse 8 -125 1 40 Minutes
P11 Fast Rinse 2 - 19 1 4 Minutes
P12 Units of 0-1 1 0 0= US
Measure 1 = Metric
P13 Clock Mode 0-1 1 0 0= 12 hour AM/PM
1 = 24 hour
P14 Calendar 0-30 1 0 Days o = No Calendar Override
Override
Demand See Demand Initiated
P15 Regeneration 0-3 1 0 Modes for HighFlow
Initiation systems, page 15
Mode
Fixed
Reserve Percent of
P16 Capacity or 0-70 1 30 Total See Parameter P16, page 17
Initial Capacity
Average
Usage Value
P17 Operation 3-4 1 3 3 = Parallel HighFlow
Type
SalVCapacity 0= None
P18 Change Lock 0-1 1 0 1 = SalVCapacity Change
Out Locked Out
P19 Turbine Size 1.0,2.0 0.5 1.0 1.0 = 1" Autotrol Turbine
Factory Factory Use Only - DO NOT
P20 Default 0-7 1 9
Configuration CHANGE When a regeneration has been started on the HighFlow system, the control display will indicate this. During regeneration the display alternates between flow rate, time remaining in regeneration, and capacity of the tank in service. When regeneration time remaining is displayed, the "REGEN TIME REMAINING" LED will be lit. The tank in service is desiqnated by an indicator mark at either the "Tank 1" or "Tank 2" identifiers when capacity is displayed. See Page 33.

Other Parameters

• Parameter P8 is used to calculate backwash volume.

• Parameter P9 selects the backwash time. The default value is 14 minutes with values of 3 to 30 minutes possible.

• Parameter P1 a selects the slow rinse time. The default setting is 40 minutes with values of 8 to 125 minutes possible. Recommended 15 to 19 gallons per cubic foot of cation resin (2 - 2.5 bed volumes).

• Parameter P11 selects the fast rinse time. The default value is 4 minutes with values of 2 to 19 minutes possible. Recommended 22.5 to 37.5 gallons per cubic foot of cation resin (3 - 5 bed volumes).

• Parameter P12 selects the units of measure. Be sure this is set to the correct value before entering any data for P3, P4, or P5.

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• Parameter P13 selects the clock display mode. If the 12 hour mode is selected, a PM indicator is used. The PM indicator is not used in 24 hour mode.

• Parameter P14 selects the calendar override. The default setting is 0 days with values of 0 to 30 days possible. No change is required for the Twin Alternating system. For the HighFlow Systems both tanks will regenerate sequentially, starting with the tank having the least capacity, when the days since the last regeneration equals the non-zero number programmed in P14.

• Parameter P15 is not used with the Twin Alternating System. See Special notes for level II Parameters for HighFlow System.

• Parameter P17 must be set to 4 to operate the Twin Alternating System, and set to 3 to operate the HighFlow System.

• Parameter P18 allows the installer to lock the Salt Amount and the Capacity values so they cannot be changed. When Parameter 18 is set to 1, those two settings can only be viewed when the control is in the Level II mode. The settings will be skipped when the control is in Level I mode.

Table 4

Level III Historical Data

Location Range Description
L1 1 - 7 Day
L2 0-255 Days since last regeneration
L3 1 :00 - 12:59 AM/PM Time of day that peak flow occurred
0:00 - 23:59
L4 o - 200 (0 - 50.0) Peak flow in gallons per minute (m3) since location reset
L5 o - 65536 (0 - 655.36) Water used today in gallons (m3)since time of regeneration
L6 o - 65536 (0 - 655.36) Water used since last regeneration in gallons (m3)
L7 o - 65536 (0 - 655.36) Average water usage for Day 1 in gallons (m3)
L8 0- 65536 (0 - 655.36) Average water usage for Day 2 in gallons (m3)
L9 0- 65536 (0 - 655.36) Average water usage for Day 3 in gallons (m3)
L10 0- 65536 (0 - 655.36) Average water usage for Day 4 in gallons (m3)
L11 o - 65536 (0 - 655.36) Average water usage for Day 5 in gallons (m3)
L12 o - 65536 (0 - 655.36) Average water usage for Day 6 in gallons (m3)
L13 0- 65536 (0 - 655.36) Average water usage for Day 7 in gallons (m3)
L14 o - 999999 (0 - 99999.9) Total water used since controller installed in gallons (m3) (least
significant digits)
L15 o - 167 (0 - 16) Total water used since controller installed in gallons x 106 or (m3 x
106) (most significant digits) When Parameter P18 is set to zero, these two values can be viewed and changed in either Levell or Level II.

• Parameter P19 denotes the size turbine used. This parameter should be set at 1.0 for a 1-inch turbine.

• Parameter P20 is used at the factory to enter default values. This parameter must not be changed. Using this parameter will erase the values for all other parameters and replace them with default values.

• Parameter P16 is used only with the HighFlow System. P16 sets the Fixed Reserve capacity and is used to calculate initial average water usage until water usage establishes new averages.

Level III Memory Locations (Table 4)

To assist in troubleshooting the Water Conditioning System, the contents of the controller memory can be examined to determine the status of the control and the history of water usage. To view the controller's memory locations "L 1" to "L 15" described in Table 3, the location-viewing mode must be selected. This mode can be selected by holding the left and up arrow buttons down simultaneously for 3 seconds. The controls will then show "L 1 " on the display. Locations can be stepped through in the same method as described in Level II programming. However, the SET button is inactive except for L4.

If SET is pressed when L4 is displayed, Peak Flow is reset to zero. If SET is pressed when any other location is displayed, the control will beep.

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Regeneration

When the control begins a regeneration, the display will alternate between Flow of the tank in the Regeneration Complete position and Regen Time Remaining. (In the event of a power outage, the display will alternate between Time of Day and Regen Time remaining when power is restored). The Regen Time Remaining is shown in minutes. The control will start and stop an internal motor, which drives the camshaft through the various regeneration positions. The control uses the information entered in the parameters shown in Table 2 to determine how long each part of the cycle should last. The control will stop the camshaft at the correct location for each part of the regeneration cycle.

If power fails during a regeneration cycle, the cycle continues when the power is restored. Water flow is not metered during power failures.

Note: The REGEN button is not active when programming Level I or II parameters. Settings cannot be changed when either tank is in regeneration.

Conditioned water is available from the on-line tank when the other tank is in regeneration.

Manual Regeneration (Alternating Unit)

• To initiate a regeneration of the on-line tank, press the REGEN button for 3 seconds.

• To initiate a regeneration on the standby tank, first use the left arrow button to select the tank and then press the REGEN button for 3 seconds.

• To initiate a regeneration on both tanks, press and hold the REGEN button for 3 seconds then wait at least 1 minute after the regeneration has begun and press and hold the REGEN button again for

3 seconds. A regeneration will start on the second tank immediately after the first tank is completed. Display will lock on "REGEN TIME REMAINING" to indicate back to back regenerations were requested.

Manual Regeneration (HighFlow Unit)

• To initiate a regeneration on both tanks, press and hold the REGEN button for 3 seconds. The tanks will be regenerated sequentially starting with the tank having the least capacity.

• If the REGEN button is activated one or more minutes after a regeneration is started, both tanks will be regenerated twice.

• To regenerate a single tank, use the left arrow button to select the tank. Pressing the left arrow button once will cause the number "1" to appear as the left most digit. Pressing the button again will display a "2". Pressing the REGEN button when the desired tank is displayed will cause that tank to regenerate. If no key is pressed for 30 seconds, the

display will revert to alternating between Flow and Capacity.

Remote Regeneration

A set of terminals is provided as a standard feature of the ReadySoft control that allows for regeneration to be initiated from a remote location. This feature can be used to facilitate manual regeneration requirements or assist in further automating the control system.

Service

To leave one tank in the system operational while the other is being serviced, it is necessary to have a bypass at the valve. If the bypass is remote from the valve, the whole system will have to be bypassed to service either of the valves.

Note: The tank on-line cannot be regenerated while the other unit is isolated. When one valve/tank is isolated there is no water available for backwash. Power should be removed from control to prevent an automatic regeneration.

Start-Up Procedure After Servicing (Alternating Unit)

Follow the procedure in Chart 8 anytime either cam is rotated. This procedure will synchronize the position of the valve cams with the control. The softener may block all service flow when an automatic regeneration is started if the control is not synchronized with the cam positions. This procedure will also determine if there are any hardware failures in the controls.

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Chart 8: Post-Service Start-Up Procedure (Alternating Unit)

Task Tank 1 Control Position Tank 2 Control Position
1. Manually rotate camshafts counterclockwise to TANK 1 START UP TANK 2 START UP
the positions indicated. POSITION (Slow Rinse) POSITION (Refill)
2. Connect the 12 VAC power supply to the Tank 1 Moving to
Control. Verify the LED display shows "Err3" Moving to STAND-BY REGENERATION
indicating the controls are not in their home COMPLETE
position.
3. Wait for the "Err3" message to clear indicating STAND-BY REGENERATION
the controls have reached their home position. COMPLETE
4. Observe the display alternating between the
Capacity Remaining and flow on Tank 2. Press any REGENERATION
button to get the flow reading if the display is STAND-BY COMPLETE
alternating between Capacity Remaining and Time
of Day.
5. Initiate a manual regeneration on both tanks if STAND-BY REGENERATION
either tank had been exhausted before servicing. COMPLETE Removing the Control

Complete the following steps to remove the control module for servicing:

1. Unplug the wall mount transformer.

2. Shut off the water supply or put the bypass valve(s) into bypass position. Note: Placing the 256 valve in the bypass position allows hard water to pass to process. Refer to Figure 3.

3. Remove the rear cover by pushing back on the tab provided on the cover, Figure 14, and lift the rear cover off the valve.

Figure 14

4. Relieve system pressure by opening the drain flapper (the fifth flapper back from the control) with a screwdriver, Figure 15.

Figure 15

5. To remove the camshaft or re-install it, the rib on the shaft must be pointing straight up. This occurs when the indicator knob is rotated to the refill position. Press down on the back of the camshaft to disengage it from the rear "hoop" of the top plate, Figure 16.

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6. Slide the camshaft back to disengage it from the control, Figure 17.

Figure 17

7. Disconnect the turbine probe from the turbine assembly.

8. Lift the control off the valve, Figure 18. To replace the control, reverse the above procedure. Note that the camshaft needs to be positioned correctly before it can be inserted into the back of the control. There is a locating rib on the camshaft. Position the rib on the top of the shaft and slide the camshaft into the control. Engage the camshaft back into the rear "hoop" of the top plate.

Figure 18

9. To remove the valve, remove the locking bar screw, Figure 19.

Figure 19

10. Apply downward hand pressure on the valve and pull the locking bar out, Figure 20.

Figure 20

11. Using a rocking motion, lift the valve from the tank adapter. If the O-ring seals come off with the valve put them back into the tank adapter sockets. Lubricate the O-rings with silicone lubricant (Autotrol part number 1013501).

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Preventative Maintenance Injector Screen and Injector

The injector is the component which creates the vacuum necessary to draw brine into the water conditioner. Clean the injector and injector screen once a year in order to maintain proper water conditioning. Some locations may require more frequent injector and screen maintenance. Refer to Figure 21 and complete the following steps to clean the injector screen and injector:

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Figure 21

1. Unplug the wall mount transformer.

2. Shut off the water supply or put the bypass valve(s) into the bypass position and remove the rear cover.

3. Relieve system pressure by opening the drain flapper (the fifth flapper back from the control), Figure 14.

4. Rotate caps counterclockwise to remove the injector screen and injector cap.

5. Clean screen with a fine brush. Flush with water until clean.

6. Using a needle-nose pliers, pull the injector straight out.

7. Flush water into the injector screen recess of the valve body to flush debris out through the injector recess.

8. Clean and flush the injector.

9. Lubricate all O-rings with silicone lubricant.

10. Reinstall the injector, injector cap, and injector screen.

11. Reinstall cover, reconnect electric power, and reset the time of day.

12. Slowly open the water supply valve or return the bypass valve(s) to the "service" position.

Water Meter

Under normal conditions, the turbine requires no maintenance. To replace the turbine, the water supply must be shut off and the system depressurized prior to any work being done.

Disinfection of Water Conditioners The construction materials of the water conditioning system do not support bacterial growth or contaminate the water supply. However, we recommend that the conditioners be disinfected after installation and before the conditioners are used to treat potable water. In addition, a conditioner can become fouled with organic matter during normal usage or with bacteria from the water supply. Periodic disinfection is recommended for all conditioners. Use one of the following methods of disinfection based on operating conditions, style of conditioner, type of ion exchanger, and disinfectant available.

Sodium Hypochlorite 5.25%

Sodium Hypochlorite solutions can be used with polystyrene resin, synthetic gel zeolite, greensand, and bentonites and are available under trade names such as Clorox, Linco, Bo Peep, White Sail, and Eagle Brand Bleach. Adjust the dosage if stronger commercial solutions are used.

The recommended dosage for 5.25% solutions is:

• Polystyrene resin: 1.2 fluid ounces per cubic foot.

• Non-resinous exchangers: 0.8 fluid ounces per

cubic foot.

Complete the following steps to disinfect the conditioner: Add the sodium hypochlorite solution to the brine well of the brine tank. Make sure that the brine tank has water in it so the solution is carried into the conditioner. Proceed with normal regeneration. Refer to the Manual Regeneration section in this manual.

Calcium Hypochlorite

Calcium hypochlorite, 70% available chlorine, is available in several forms including tablets and granules. These solid materials can be used directly without dissolving before application.

The recommended dosage for calcium hypochlorite is two grains (approximately 0.1 ounce) per cubic foot.

Complete the following steps to disinfect the conditioner: Add the calcium hypochlorite to the brine well of the brine tank. Make sure that the brine tank has water in it so the solution is carried into the conditioner. Proceed with normal regeneration. Refer to the Manual Regeneration section in this manual.

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Pressure Graphs

Pressure loss data is representative of a single 255 Valve.

LWR4630 LWR4669
kP. PSI UTERB/MIN GPM
110-16 PRESSURE LOSS CHARACTERISTICS I 7 - 1.80
100- AINJECTOR I
14 1.00
90- e-
BO- 12 -- _--- ~- / 1.40
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GPM 0 2 4 6 B 10 12 14 16 0.20 - BRINE DRAW
I I I I I I I I I I I I I
WTERS/MIN 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 0- 0.00
SERVICE FLOW PS' 20 30 40 50 00 70 eo 00 100 110 1.0
I I I , I I I I
kPa 100 200 300 400 sao 600 700 800
r.,ted with 3/4- Bra .. Manifold INLET PRESSURE
LWR 4669 LWR4669
LITfRS/MrN OPM lITER8/MIN GPM
7- 1.80 7- 1.80
B INJECTOR II C INJECTOR I I --- ---
1.80 1.00 TOTAL FLOW
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Backwash Control Backwuh Control L---
1.40 I-- 1.40 V
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1.2 vr 1.20 ,./ RINSE ----
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1.00 1.00
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2 - V 2 -
0.40 0.40 ,.....-
1 - - - BRINE DRAW 1 - ...-- - BRINE DRAW
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PSI 20 30 40 .0 80 70 80 00 ,00 110 120 PSI .0 ~o 40 '0 00 70 00 00 100 110 120
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kP. 100 200 300 400 sao 600 700 100 kPa 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 100
INLET PRESSURE INLET PRESSURE
NOTE: AC1ual injector performanoe i. dependent on u-,. reain used. tank geometry.
al.vated drain, etc. This injector data was taken using an ampty tank (no r.lln). 22

Specifications

255 Valve with ReadySoft Control

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Hydrostatic Test Pressure 300 psi (20.7 bar)

Working Pressure 20 to 127 psi (1.38 to 8.76 bar), 100 psi max in Canada

Voltage 85 to 110 VAC 50/60 Hz, 102 to 132 VAC 60 Hz, 204 to 264 VAC 50 Hz, 187 to 242 VAC 50 Hz

Power 4.5 volt-amps

Operating Ambient Temperature 34 to 120°F (1 to 49°C)

Maximum Water Temperature 100°F (38°C)

Humidity 10 to 100% condensing allowed

Transformer Wall mount with plug options

Pressure Tank Thread 2-1/2 inch - 8 male

Brine Line Thread 1/4-inch NPT male

Distributor Tube Diameter Required 13/16-inch 00 (20.6-mm) or 1.05-inch 00 (26.7-mm)

Distributor Tube Length 1-1/4 inch (31.8 mm) higher than top of mineral tank

Valve Module, Tank Adapter, Optional Bypass Valve Reinforced Noryl

Optional Single-Valve Manifold Brass or reinforced Noryl

Rubber Parts Compounded for cold water service

Injector Size "A" White Nozzle 0.042-inch (1.1-mm) diameter, Throat 0.089-inch (2.3-mm) diameter

Injector Size "B" Blue Nozzle 0.052-inch (1.3-mm) diameter, Throat 0.099-inch (2.5-mm) diameter

Injector Size "C" Red Nozzle 0.059-inch (1.5-mm) diameter, Throat 0.099-inch (2.5-mm) diameter

Backwash Controllers Available for 7,8,9,10,12,13,14 inch (17.8, 20.3, 22.9, 25.4, 30.5, 33.0, 35.6 cm) dia.

mineral tanks
Backwash Controller 7 8 9 10 12 13 14
GPM 1.2 1.6 2.0 2.5 3.5 4.2 4.8
LPM 4.5 6.0 7.6 9.5 13.2 15.5 18.2
23 Wiring Diagram

Connecting the ReadySoft Twin Alternating Control

The main and secondary controls are used for twin unit alternating applications. Four standard connections are required for operation; the power transformer, the flow sensor, feedback switches, and the connection

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Alarms

The ReadySoft continuously monitors itself and sounds an alarm if it detects something wrong. The alarm is a beep that is on for one second and then off for nine seconds until corrected.

When the alarm sounds, the display shows the letters "Err" with a number from 1 to 4. Table 4 lists Err

numbers, a description of each error, the cause of the error, and the solution. To silence the alarm, press any button on the control. If the error still exists, the control will go back to the alarm condition after 30 seconds.

Table 5 ReadySoft Alarms

Indication Description Cause Solution
Control settings need Press any key to load default
Err1 Electronics Failure values. Refer to "Programming
reprogramming. the ReadySoft Control".
Control is in Valve camshaft had been Press any button to clear the
Regeneration Complete manually rotated during a error. Verify the controls are in
regeneration. the correct position.
Err2 or Standby position when Faulty motor. Replace the control.
it should be in Faulty motor drive. Replace the control.
regeneration Faulty switch. Replace the control.
Valve camshaft has been The control will turn the motor
Control is in regeneration manually rotated out of on and drive the camshaft to the
when it should be in the Regeneration Complete proper location.
Err3 Standby or Regeneration position.
Faulty motor. Replace the control.
Complete position Faulty motor drive. Replace the control.
Faulty switch. Replace the control.
Improper Control Program proper values. Refer to
Err4 Settings (one or more One or more settings out of the "Programming the ReadySoft
settings out of the allowable range. Control".
allowable range) 26

Troubleshooting

The Water conditioning System is designed and manufactured for efficient, low maintenance service. However, if problems do occur, this section provides a list of possible causes and solutions. The control is easily serviced. The control module can be quickly

replaced or adjustments can be made at installation. Refer to the exploded views of the Replacement Parts section of this manual for specific parts.

Problem Cause Solution
a. Power supply to control has been a. Determine reason for power interrupt
interrupted and correct. Reset Time of Day.
Water Conditioner fails to b. Improper or no initial programming b. Check programming values and
initiate regeneration correct as needed.
c. Defective control c. Replace control.
a. Water pressure lost a. Restore water pressure.
b. Improper or no initial programming b. Check programming values and
correct as needed.
c. Defective control c. Replace control.
d. No salt in brine tank d. Add salt and regenerate.
Water Conditioner e. Manual bypass valve is open e. Close manual bypass valve.
regenerates but does not f. Leak at riser pipe seal f. Ensure that riser pipe is properly sealed
recharge bed at tank adapter O-ring. Inspect pipe for
cracks.
g. Insufficient bri ne g. Check refill control and clean if
necessary. Check control settings.
Check flow rate capabilities of safety
float and air check assembly.
h. Plugged injector or injector screen h. Clean injector and/or injector screen.
a. Plugged injector or injector screen a. Clean injector and/or injector screen.
b. Insufficient water pressure b. Increase water pressure above 25 psig
No Brine Draw (1.72 bar) minimum.
c. Obstructed drain line c. Remove obstruction.
d. Leak in connection between air d. Check brine line connection for leaks.
check and brine tank
a. Partially clogged injector or a. Clean injector and/or injector screen.
injector screen
b. Restricted flow rate in brine line b. Check flow rate capabilities of safety
float/air check assembly.
c. Insufficient water pressure c. Increase water pressure above 25 psig
Insufficient Brine Draw (1.72 bar) minimum.
d. Excessive back pressure on d. Reduce drain line elevation to height of
injector due to elevated drain line valve.
e. Partially restricted drain line e. Remove restriction.
f. Leak in connection between air f. Check brine line connection for leaks.
check and brine tank
a. Restricted flow in brine line a. Check flow rate capabilities of the
Safety float/air check assembly.
Insufficient Refill to Brine b. P6 (Refill) value incorrectly set b. Reprogram P6.
Tank
c. P7 (Brine Draw) value incorrectly c. Reprogram P7.
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a. Restricted drain line a. Remove drain line restriction.
b. Plugged injector and/or injector b. Clean injector and/or injector screen.
Excessive Water in Brine screen
Tank c. Incorrect refill control c. Install correct control.
d. Insufficient brine draw/no brine d. See Insufficient Brine Draw or No Brine
draw Draw.
Leak to Drain a. Foreign object blocking #6 flapper a. Manually actuate #6 drain flapper to
from closing flush clear
a. No backwash ball (nos. 7-12) a. Install backwash ball.
Loss of Media to Drain
b. Incorrect backwash control b. Install correct backwash control.
a. Fouled resin bed due to iron a. Clean valve and resin bed.
accumulation
Loss of Water Pressure Slots in riser pipe or laterals are b. Inspect and clean distributor pipe slots
b.
filled with resin fines as needed.
a. Injector is too small for system a. Install correct injector.
size
b. Brine draw time excessively long b. Increase water pressure above 25 psig
due to low water pressure (1.72 bar) minimum.
c. Restricted drain line c. Remove drain line restriction.
Salt in Water to Service After d. Insufficient rinse volume d. Increase slow rinse time, fast rinse
Regeneration time, or both.
e. Plugged injector and/or injector e. Clean injector and/or injector screen.
screen
f. Backwash control too small for f. Install correct backwash control.
system
Err1, Err2, Err3, Err4 a. See Table 4 a. See Solution in Table 4
a. Defective cam switch a. Replace cam switch.
Both Tanks in Standby b. Miswired cam switch b. Replace wiring.
Flow Indicated for Tank in a. Cams were turned manually a. Synchronize control. See Start-up
Standby Procedure After Servicing.
a. Meter probe disconnected or not a. Fully insert probe into meter housing.
fully connected to housing
b. Restricted meter turbine rotation b. Remove meter housing, free up turbine
No Flow Indicated for Tank due to foreign material in meter and flush with clean water. Turbine
On-Line should spin freely.
c. Defective meter probe c. Replace control.
d. Defective circuit board d. Replace control.
Control Displays only Regen a. Back to back regenerations were a. Refer to Manual Regeneration.
Time Remaining requested
a. Defective motor a. Replace control.
Control does not Regenerate b. Broken gear b. Replace control.
Automatically or When c. Binding in gear train c. Replace control.
Regen Button is Pushed
d. Defective control switch d. Replace control.
a. Transformer unplugged a. Connect power.
No Display b. No electric power at outlet b. Repair outlet or use working outlet.
a. Probe not receiving power a. Replace control.
No Flow Indicated b. Turbine defective b. Replace turbine.
c. Probe not inserted fully into c. Replace turbine.
turbine housing
a. Cams out of sync a. Synchronize cams following directions
No Water in Start-up Procedure After
(Alternating System) Servicing. 28

Flow Diagrams

1 Service Position !lll Hard Water

• Soft Water

Flapper No. 1 - Closed 2 - Open

3 - Open

4 - Closed 5 - Closed 6 - Closed

CIl Hard Water VIllI Backwash

2 Backwash Position

Flapper No. 1 - Closed 2 - Closed 3 - Open

4 - Closed 5 - Closed 6 - Open

Control Valving Identification Backwash/Drain (6) Rinse Drain (5)

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Valve Disc Operation

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Valve Disc

Valve Seat

Valve Disc Closed

Valve Disc Open

3 Brining Position I!I Hard Water

• Brine

Flapper No. 1 - Open

2 - Closed 3 - Closed 4 - Closed 5 - Open

6 - Closed

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4 Slow Rinse Position iii Hard Water

• Brine

Flapper No. 1 - Open

2 - Closed 3 - Closed 4 - Closed 5 - Open

6 - Close

5 Fast Rinse Position

flI Hard Water • Rinse

Flapper No. 1 - Closed 2 - Open

3 - Closed 4 - Closed 5 - Open

6 - Closed

UJ

Flapper No. 1 - Closed 2 -Closed

3 - Closed 4 - Closed 5 - Closed 6 - Closed

6 Brine Refill Position

IIiI Hard Water • Soft Water

Flapper No. 1 - Open

2 - Open

3 - Open

4 - Closed 5 - Closed 6 - Closed

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Replacement Parts

17

3

21

14

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For use with ~ 19

13/16 Riser Q

20

31

Valve Body and Tank Adapter Module

Part Part
Code No. Description Qty. Code No. Description Qty.
1000238 Valve Assembly wlo Flow Controls 13 Injector Cap with O-Ring
2 1035635 Camshaft, ReadySoft, One-Piece 1000217 "An Cap
1035636 Auxiliary Cam 1000218 "8" Cap
3 1000827 Valve Cover, 81ack 1000219 "C"Cap
4 Brine Refill Flow Control Assembly: 14 1033784 Tank Adapter Assembly
1000221 0.14 GPM 15 1010128 O-Ring, 3/4 x 1 x 1/8 EP
1000222 0.33 GPM - Standard 16 1031402 Locking Bar: English Language
1000223 0.40GPM 17 1006093 Screw, No.8 x 9/16 inch
5 1000226 Screen/Cap Assembly with O-Ring 18 1001581 Spring, Valve Flappers 9
7 Drain Control Assembly with 19 1041010 13/16 Rubber Insert 9
O-Rings:
1000209 No.7 for 7-inch Diameter Tank
1000210 No.8 for 8-inch Diameter Tank Kits:
1000211 No.9 for 9-inch Diameter Tank 20 1032417 Air Check Assembly
1000212 No. 10 for 10-inch Diameter Tank 21 1001404 O-Ring Group: Tank Adapter
1000213 No. 12 for 12-inch Diameter Tank 22 1040459 O-Ring Group: Piping Boss
1000214 No. 13 for 13-inch Diameter Tank" 23 1010429 O-Ring, 3/16 x 3-1/8 x 3-1/2
1000215 No. 14 for 14-inch Diameter Tank" 1000250 Valve Flapper Replacement
9 1030502 Ball, Flow Control 1033317 1-inch Turbine
10 Injector Assembly with O-Rings:
1032970 "An Injector - White
1032971 "8" Injector - Blue
1032972 "C" Injector - Red
'Not Shown
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Wall Mount Transformer

Piping Boss

Inlet /6 / Drain

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Note: Do not use pipe joint compound when threading pipe into the Noryl piping boss. Use only Teflon" pipe tape. Do not overtighten pipe into Noryl piping boss.

'Teflon is a registered Trademark of E.I. DuPont and Co.

ReadySoft Controls

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Transformer, Bypass Valve, Piping Boss and Interconnecting Manifold

3 1035651 ReadySoft Alternating Electronic Main Control

1035664 ReadySoft HighFlow Electronic

Main Control

1035652 ReadySoft Alternating Electronic

Secondary Control

1035665 ReadySoft HighFlow Electronic

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Code No.
1040769
1034301
1034302
2 1035640
1030206
1030129 4

Description

a
Qty. Code No. Description Qty.
5 Wall Mount Transformer
2 1000810 100V Japanese Plug
1000811 120V North American Plug
1000812 220V Australian Plug
1000813 220V British Plug
1000814 220V European Plug
6 Kit, Piping Boss (includes hardware):
1040278 1-inch NPT, Brass
1040282 1-inch BSPT, Brass
1040280 Hnch NPT, NORYL
1040284 1-inch BSPT, NORYL 256 Bypass

Kit, 256 Rotor Replacement Kit, 256 Rotor Seals (2), O-Rings (4), Clips (2)

1041086 Auxiliary Switch Kit (Twin Alternating)

Deluxe Interconnecting Manifold Kit

Interconnecting Manifold Kit, without 256 bypasses Interconnecting Manifold Kit, PVC

piping/fittings only

7

1005550 Screw, No.1 0-24 x 3/4 inch

Main Control

8 1005102 Nut, No. 10-24

4

9

1030541

Gasket

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