Operating instructions

The Culligan Silver Series
™
Water Softeners are tested and validated by WQA
and certified by UL against ANSI/NSF Standard 44 for the effective reduction of
calcium and magnesium (hardness) as well as Barium and Radium 226/228*.
For installations in Massachusetts, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Plumbing Code 248 CMR shall be adhered to. Consult your licensed plumber
for installation of the system. This system and its installation must comply
with state and local regulations.
SAFE PRACTICES
Throughout this manual there are paragraphs set off by special headings.
NOTICE: Notice is used to emphasize installation, operation or maintenance information which is important, but
does not present any hazard.
Example: NOTICE: The nipple must extend no more than 1 inch above the cover plate.
CAUTION: Caution is used when failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or property.
Example:
CAUTION: Disassembly while under water pressure can result in flooding.
WARNING: Warning is used to indicate a hazard which could cause injury or death if ignored. Example:
WARNING! ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD! UNPLUG THE UNIT BEFORE
REMOVING THE COVER OR ACCESSING ANY INTERNAL CONTROL PARTS.
SERIAL NUMBERS
The control valve serial number is located on the back of the timer case.
The media tank serial number is located on the top surface of the tank.
NOTICE: Do not remove or destroy the serial number. It must be referenced on request for warranty repair or
replacement.
This publication is based on information available when approved for printing. Continuing design refinement could
cause changes that may not be included in this publication.
*Verified utilizing hardness surrogate per ANSI/NSF Standard 44.
Introduction
2 CULLIGAN SILVER SERIES WATER SOFTENER
ANSI/NSF 44
Water Softener
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