Cat. No. 01021604 Rev.
Thank You And welcome to your new world of better living with Culligan water. The Culligan Soft-Minder® Twin Water Softeners are tested and certified by WQA according to WQA S-100 for calcium and magnesium reduction (hardness). 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.
Owners Guide & Installation Instruction Supplement Soft-Minder® Twin Water Softener Models from 2009 Table of Contents Page Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications Twin Specifications Control Valve SM-61 Model SM-91 Model Reinforced Thermoplastic Reinforced Thermoplastic Overall Conditioner Height Media Tank Design Quadra-Hull Quadra-Hull Media Tank Dimensions (Dia x Ht) 9 x 48 in 10 x 54 in Salt Storage Tank Dimensions (Dia x Ht) 16 x 43 in 18 x 43 in 18 x 43 in Exchange Media, Type and Quantity Underbedding, Type and Quantity Cullex® Media, 1.0 ft3 Cullex® Media, 1.
Introduction It’s All So Easy, So Economical, So Efficient, So Enjoyable! Kind To Skin And Complexion Soft water will help prevent red, itchy or dry skin because there are no hardness impurities to cause soreness, no soap curd to coat the skin. Shaving is easier, smoother - either with blade or electric shaver. Bathing And Showering You’ll use far less soap with conditioned water. Use your soap very sparingly - not as you did before soft water.
How Your Water Conditioner Works Why Water Gets Hard And How It’s Softened All of the fresh water in the world originally falls as rain, snow, or sleet. Surface water is drawn upward by the sun, forming clouds. Then, nearly pure and soft as it starts to fall, it begins to collect impurities as it passes through smog and dust-laden atmosphere. And as it seeps through soil and rocks it gathers hardness, rust, acid, unpleasant tastes and odors.
The Culligan Process Your Culligan water conditioner consists of three basic components, (A) the Control Valve, (B) the Mineral Tank, and (C) the Brine System. A. The exclusive Culligan control valve automatically performs a variety of tasks that are necessary for the proper operation of your water conditioner. These tasks, commonly referred to as cycles or operating positions, are: Service, Regeneration, and Brine Refill. 1.
Preparation Component Description The water conditioner is shipped from the factory in a minimum of four cartons. Remove all components from their cartons and inspect them before starting installation. Control Valve Assembly - Includes the Soft-Minder Twin Control. Small parts packages will contain additional installation hardware, and the conditioner Owner’s Guide. Media Tank - Includes Quadra-Hull® media tank complete with Cullex® ion exchange resin, underbedding and outlet manifold.
Application Water quality - Verify that raw water hardness and iron are within limits. Note the hardness for setting the salt dosage and recharge frequency. Pressure - If pressure exceeds 125 psi (860 kPa), install a pressure reducing valve (see materials checklist). On private water systems, make sure the minimum pressure (the pressure at which the pump starts) is greater than 20 psi (140 kPa). Adjust the pressure switch if necessary.
Installation Use this installation supplement with the Fleck Service Manual and Timer Supplemental Service Manual. This addendum supplements the Fleck 9100 Service Manual and Timer Service Manual. TO HOSE BIBS TREATED WATER OUT DRAIN LINE HARD WATER IN AIR GAP HEATER BRINE TANK WATER METER OR PUMP Figure 1 SOFT-MINDER TWIN Placement • Set the media tanks on a solid, level surface that provides easy access to a water supply, drain system and electricity.
the retainer, remove and replace with the proper size. Install the retainer and the drain line elbow adapter. The numbered side of the DLFC must face down. Start-Up Place approximately 1” of water above the grid plate (if used) in your salt tank. Salt may be placed in the unit at this time. Place softener in a bypass position. Turn on the main water supply and check for any leaks.
Control Start-up Procedures Parameter Data PM Display Display Indicator Error/ Information Icon Service Flow Indicator Icon x1000 Indicator Programming Icon Extra Cycle Button Up Button Down Button Features of the Timer: • Power backup that continues to keep time and the passage of days for a minimum of 48 hours in the event of power failure. During a power outage, the control goes into a power-saving mode.
Queueing a Regeneration 1. Press the Extra Cycle button. The service icon will flash to indicate that a regeneration is queued. 2. To cancel a queued regeneration, press the Extra Cycle button. Regenerating Immediately Press and hold the Extra Cycle button for five seconds. Meter Immediate Control A meter immediate control measures water usage and regenerates the system as soon as the calculated system capacity is depleted.
Control Operation During A Power Failure The timer includes integral power backup. In the event of power failure, the control shifts into a power-saving mode. The control stops monitoring water usage, and the display and motor shut down, but it continues to keep track of the time and day for a minimum of 48 hours. The system configuration settings are stored in a non-volatile memory and are stored indefinitely with or without line power. The Time of Day flashes when there has been a power failure.
1. Display Format (Display Code DF) This is the first screen that appears when entering Master Programming Mode. The Display Format setting specifies the unit of measure that will be used for volume and how the control will display the Time of Day. This option setting is identified by “DF” in the upper left hand corner of the screen. There are three possible settings: Display Format Setting Unit of Volume Time Display GAL U.S. Gallons 12-Hour AM/PM Ltr Liters 24-Hour Cu Cubic Meters 24-Hour 2.
4. Number of Tanks (Display Code NT) Press the Extra Cycle button. Use this display to set the Number of Tanks in your system. This option setting is identified by “NT” in the upper left hand corner of the screen. There are two possible settings: Single Tank System: 1 Two-Tank System: 2 NOTE: For the Culligan Twin set to “2” 5. Tank in Service (Display Code TS) Press the Extra Cycle button. Use this display to set whether tank one or tank two is in service.
7. Feedwater Hardness (Display Code H) Press the Extra Cycle button. Use this display to set the Feedwater Hardness. Enter the feedwater hardness in grains per unit volume for softener systems. This option setting is identified by “H” in the upper left hand corner of the screen. The feedwater hardness parameter is only available if the control type has been set to one of the metered options. Use the Up and Down buttons to adjust the value as needed. 8.
10. Fixed Reserve Capacity (Display Code RC) Press the Extra Cycle button. Use this display to set the Reserve Capacity. This setting specifies a fixed volume that will be held as a reserve. The reserve capacity cannot be set to a value greater than one-half of the calculated system capacity. The reserve capacity is a fixed volume and does not change if the unit capacity or feedwater hardness are changed. This option setting is identified by “RC” in the upper left-hand corner of the screen.
Table 2 Unit SM-61 SM-91 Exchange Capacity @ Salt Dosage Per Regeneration Refill Time (Minutes) 13,760 gr @ 3.3 lb 4 27,848 gr @ 9.3 lb 6 32,932 gr @ 15.0 lb 10 21,193 gr @ 5 lb 4 42,890 gr @ 14 lb 9 50,732 gr @ 22.5 lb 15 DLFC BLFC Injector Flow Number Flow Color Number 2 gpm 3 0.25 gpm RED 0 0.5 gpm* WHITE* 1 0.50 gpm WHITE 1 2 gpm 3 * Shipped inside control valve 14. Day of Week Settings Press the Extra Cycle button.
NOTE: Not applicable for Culligan Twin. This screen will not appear. 16. Flow Meter Type (Display Code FM) Press the Extra Cycle button. Use this display to set the type of flow meter connected to the control. This option setting is identified by “FM” in the upper left-hand corner of the screen. Use the Up and Down buttons to select one of the 7 available settings. NOTE: For Culligan Twin set to “t0.7” 17. Meter Pulse Setting (Display Code K) Press the Extra Cycle button.
User Programming Mode Steps 1. Press the Up and Down buttons for five seconds while in service, and the time of day is NOT set to 12:01 PM. 2. Use this display to adjust the Day Override. This option setting is identified by “DO” in the upper left hand corner of the screen.. 3. Press the Extra Cycle button. Use this display to adjust the Regeneration Time. This option setting is identified by “RT” in the upper left hand corner of the screen. 4. Press the Extra Cycle button.
Diagnostics 7. Press the Extra Cycle button to end User Programming Mode.
5. Press the Extra Cycle button. Use this display to view the Volume Used since the last regeneration cycle. This option setting is identified by “VU” in the upper left hand corner of the screen.. 6. Press the Up button. Use this display to view the Reserve Capacity. This option setting is identified by “RC” in the upper left hand corner of the screen. 7. Press the Up button. Use this display to view the Software Version.
Sanitizing Procedure A water softener in daily use on a potable water supply generally requires no special attention other than keeping the salt tank filled. Occasionally, however, a unit may require sanitization under one of the following conditions: • At start-up time. • After standing idle for a week or more. • On private supplies, the appearance of off-tastes and odors, particularly if musty or “rotten egg” (caused by harmless sulfatereducing bacteria).
Analyzing the System Analyzing the problem involves three basic steps: 1. Check the system in all cycle positions. 2. Compare the data to normal operating data. 3. Determine which component may cause the problem (troubleshooting). 4. If steps 1-3 did not reveal the problem, initiate a regeneration cycle and manually cycle the valve to brine draw (#2 position). Allow the unit to complete the brine draw cycle and observe how the system reacts.
Salt Supply, Usage & Service Salt is the mineral used to “recharge” your water conditioner. A brine solution is automatically made up in the bottom of the salt storage container, the Cullex® resin beads in the mineral tank are flushed with the brine solution as a step in the recharging process. Your Culligan Water Conditioner has been carefully designed to get the greatest amount of softening capacity from the salt it uses. Here is some pertinent information about salt usage, types and service.
Care & Cleaning Care and Cleaning of Your Water Conditioner Following these simple precautions will help assure continued trouble-free service and keep your Culligan Water Conditioner looking like new for years. 1. Do not place heavy objects on top of the salt storage tank or timer cover. 2. Use only mild soap and warm water when cleaning the exterior of the conditioner. Never use harsh, abrasive cleaning compounds or those which contain acid, such as vinegar, bleach and similar products. 3.
When and How to Bypass Your Water Conditioner Normally, all water except outside lines passes through the water conditioner. There are times when the water conditioner should be bypassed, using the Bypass Valve, or a 3-way bypass valve. You should bypass: 1. If lines to outside faucets do not bypass the water conditioner, and you do not want to waste soft water on lawn sprinkling or other outside uses. 2.
Service Check List Things to Check Before You Call For Service If you unexpectedly experience hard water, make these simple checks before calling your Culligan dealer. One of the following conditions may be the reason for your interruption of service. Important If any of the following conditions is found, the water conditioner should be manually recharged according to instructions on page 9 after you have corrected the problem. Power Supply Check your power supply cord.
Error Codes Error Codes Note: Error codes appear on the In Service display. Error Code Probable Cause Recover and Resetting [Err.0] Drive motor is stalled Unplug the unit from the power source [Err.1]. Drive motor is running continuously When power is restored to the unit, the Err _ display code clears. If the condition causing the error has not been resolved the Err _ code reappears in the four digit display. Do not at- tempt to troubleshoot this problem any further. [Err.
Performance Data Sheet Culligan knows the more informed you are about your water treatment systems, the more confident you will be about its performance. It’s because of this and more than seventy years of commitment to customer satisfaction that Culligan is providing this Performance Data Sheet to its customers. Important Notice: Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of this unit with your actual water treatment needs.
Performance Data Sheet Culligan knows the more informed you are about your water treatment systems, the more confident you will be about its performance. It’s because of this and more than seventy years of commitment to customer satisfaction that Culligan is providing this Performance Data Sheet to its customers. Important Notice: Read this Performance Data Sheet and compare the capabilities of this unit with your actual water treatment needs.
Parts List Control Valve Parts List 33
Item No. Part No. Qty. 01017575 Control Valve Assembly 1 1 01017764 Valve Body 1 2 01017808 Screw 4 3 01017809 End Plate 1 4 01017810 End Plug 1 6 01009207 O-Ring 1 8 01012896 Piston - Top Assembly 1 9 01012897 Seal & Spacer Kit - Top 1 10 01012898 Seal & Spacer Kit - Bottom 1 11 01012895 Piston - Bottom Assembly 1 Injector Assembly - 9” Tanks 1 01012878 Injector Assembly - 10” Tanks 1 14 01012894 Brine Valve Assembly 1 15 00401991 Throat, No.
Power Head Parts List 35
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Bypass Valve Item No. Part No. 1 01017769 Description Qty. 1” Stainless Steel Bypass Valve NPT 1 Timer Assembly Item No. Part No. - 01021614 Description Qty.
Tank Assembly Qty. Part No. 1 01018153 QH Tank Assembly, 9” w/o Fillport, Complete 01018154 QH Tank Assembly, 10” w/o Fillport, Complete 01017677 QH Tank Replacement, 9”, w/o Fillport, Empty 01017678 QH Tank Replacement, 10”, w/o Fillport, Empty 01009847 Top Strainer - Fine Slot 01011195 Top Strainer - Wide Slot 1 3 P1009099 O-Ring, Manifold 1 4 01016176 Outlet Manifold - 9” 1 4 01014539 Outlet Manifold - 10” 1 2 38 Description Item No.
16” and 18” Brine Systems Item Part Number - 01-0187-05 Brine System, 250 lb - 01-0187-15 Brine System, 375 lb 1 01-0187-09 Replacement Tank, 250 lb 01-0187-16 Replacement Tank, 375 lb 01-0187-04 Cover, 250 lb 01--0187-17 Cover, 375 lb 01-0187-07 Salt Plate, 250 lb 2 3 2 Description 01-0187-13 Salt Plate, 375 lb 4 01-0187-07 Brine Chamber, 250 lb & 375 lb 5 01-0187-06 Brine Valve 3 5 1 4 Parts List 39
Brine Valve 40 Item Part Number Description - 01-0187-06 Brine Valve 1 01-0187-10 BLFC Elbow - 0.45 gpm 01-0187-11 BLFC Elbow - 0.
Records and Data Important Data on Your Water Conditioner It is advisable to have the salesperson or installer fill in the information below for your future reference. If this has not been done, please ask for it, as it is necessary if you contact your dealer. Identification Model Name ___________________________________________________ Catalog No. ___________________________ Control Model No. ___________________________________ Control Serial No.
Wiring Diagram 42 Culligan Soft-Minder Twin® Softeners
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