Culligan Medallist Series® Automatic Water Conditioner Owners Guide
Thank You And Welcome To Your New World Of Better Living With Culligan Water. The Culligan Medallist Series® 8 Water Softeners are tested and certified by WQA against NSF/ANSI Standard 44 for the effective reduction of hardness (calcium and magnisium) and barium/radium as verified and substantiated by test data.
Performance Data Sheets are included in this manual for various Culligan Medallist Series® Softener models. Refer to the Performance Data Sheet for your specific softener, as there are slight differences between the models. The softener warranty is located on page 49 of this Owner’s Guide. Table of Contents Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications Culligan Medallist Series® Water Conditioners with Timeclock or Soft-Minder® Meter Medallist 8” Model 30 Model 45 Model 60 Model 3/4” 5-cycle Reinforced Thermoplastic 1” 5-cycle Reinforced Thermoplastic 1” 5-cycle Reinforced Thermoplastic 1” 5-cycle Reinforced Thermoplastic 51 in., 1,295 mm 49 in., 1,245 mm 63 in., 1,600 mm 61 in., 1549 mm 8 x 44 in. 203 x 1,118 mm 10 x 40 in. 254 x 1,016 mm 10 x 54 in. 254 x 1,372 mm 12 x 52 in. 305 x 1,321 mm 18 x 43 in.
Read this Manual First Before you operate the Medallist Series Water Softening System, read this manual to become familiar with the device and its capabilities. Introduction Watch for Special Paragraphs Please read the special paragraphs in this manual. Examples are shown below. Safe Practices Throughout this manual there are paragraphs set off by special headings. Note: Check and comply with your state and local codes. You must follow these guidelines.
Introduction (cont.) 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.
Saves Water-Heating Energy, Helps Water-Using Appliances Soft water reduces the formation of rock-like hard water scale which encrusts water heaters, hot water pipes, shower heads, and water-using appliances. This scale can cause premature maintenance and failure. Introduction (cont.) Elimination of hard water also provides substantial energy savings because scale acts as an insulator, wasting electricity or gas used to heat water.
Introduction (cont.) Iron is a common water problem. The chemical/physical nature of iron found in natural water supplies is exhibited in four general types: 1. Dissolved Iron - Also called ferrous or “clear water” iron. This type of iron can be removed from the water by the same ion exchange principle that removes the hardness elements, calcium and magnesium. Dissolved iron is soluble in water and is detected by taking a sample of the water to be treated in a clear glass.
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. Introduction (cont.) 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 three cartons. Remove all components from their cartons and inspect them before starting installation. Control Valve Assembly - Includes the 5-cycle regeneration control valve and the Accusoft® Microprocessor. A small parts pack will contain additional installation hardware. An Owner’s Guide is included.
Application Water quality - Verify that raw water hardness and iron are within limits. Note the hardness for setting the salt dosage and recharge frequency. Preparation (cont.) 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 Placement Refer to Figure 9 for system placement. • Set the media tank on a solid, level surface near water, drain and electrical facilities. Place the outlet (black coupling) of the tank on the left. • Set the brine system on a flat, smooth, solid surface as near the media tank as possible. Figure 9 Mount The Control Valve - 3/4” Control See figure 10 for a visual on mounting the control valve to the tank.
3. Remove the two u-clamps and screws from the parts pack. Install the clamps on both sides of the control as indicated in Figure 10 and secure them with the screws. 4. Peel off the protective film off the circuit board label. 5. Attach the appropriate Culligan Medallist Series data plate that’s included in the small parts pack onto the back of the control (over the holes used for the solenoid valve). Installation (cont.
Installation (cont.) Unit Backwash Flow Nozzle Throat Brine Refill Flow 8” #1, Black* Blue* Light Brown* 0.45 gpm Medallist 30 #2, Brown* Blue* Light Brown* 0.45 gpm Medallist 45 #2, Brown @ 6 lbs - Blue Greater than 6 lbs - Beige Light Brown 0.45 gpm Medallist 60 #3, Green Beige Light Brown 0.8 gpm * Standard from factory. Refer to figure 13 for a visual on changing the eductor nozzle and the backwash flow control.
Bypass Connections Shipped with each softener is a Culligan bypass valve, which is used to connect the softener to the plumbing system. The bypass allows the softener to be isolated from the water service line if service is necessary while still providing water to the home. The bypass valve can be directly plumbed into the system, or can be connected with the following optional sweat connection kits. 3/4” Medallist Control PN Installation (cont.
Installation (cont.) Bypass Valve Installation - 1” Medallist Plus Units The bypass valve connects directly to the control valve with a pair of couplings and two assembly pins (Figure 16). Lubricate all o-rings on the couplings with silicone lubricant. On Soft-Minder® meter controls, the meter replaces the coupling on the outlet side of the control. The meter body fits in the same space as the coupling between the control valve and the bypass.
or open floor drain, a loop in the end of the tube will keep it filled with water and will reduce splashing at the beginning of each regeneration. Installation (cont.) Note: Waste connections or drain outlets shall be designed and constructed to provide for connection to the sanitary waste system through an air gap of 2 pipe diameters or 1 inch, whichever is larger. Note: Observe all plumbing codes. Most codes require an anti-siphon device or air gap at the discharge point.
Installation (cont.) Soft-Minder® Meter Connection To connect the meter leads refer to Figure 20 and proceed as follows: • Lift up the timer case from the back plate. • Remove the small plastic plug from the backplate. • Slip the meter harness through the hole and toward the circuit board. • Connect the harness to the circuit board. The Soft-Minder® meter terminal is labeled “FLOWMETER”.
Installation (cont.) Table 3 - Maximum Allowable Drain Line Length Height of Discharge Above Floor Level Operating Operating Pressure 0 ft (0 m) 2 ft (0.6 m) 4 ft (1.2 m) 6 ft (1.
Programming The timer uses four buttons: Button Description Set-up / Enter Key (Status) Advance timer through display options Regeneration Key (REGEN) Initiate a regeneration Toggle Down Key (“-”) Decrease the setting Toggle Up Key (“+”) Increase the setting Time of Day This setting is used to program the current time of day. When in this step the display will first show “tod” for two seconds.
Inside Text Regeneration Interval (Time Clock Mode) Programming (cont.) This setting is used to set the days between regeneration in time clock mode. The display will show “REG” icon and “dAY” for two seconds and then display the numbers to change. Adjust the value with the “+” or “-” keys. Pressing the “Status” key will save the setting and move to the next programming step.
Programming (cont.) Brine Draw / Slow Rinse Time This setting is used to set the time in minutes for cycle 2. This cycle is usually brine draw / slow rinse for softeners and a settling time for filters. The display will show “br” in the left most digits and the cycle time in the right most digits. Adjust the value with the “+” or “-” keys. Pressing the “Status” key will save the setting and move to the next programming step.
The service mode allows one to view the instantaneous flow rate, the gallons remaining before the softener signals for regeneration, the number of regenerations in the past 14 days, the total number of regenerations the control has cycled through and the number of days since the last regeneration. Service Check The statistical functions are reached by pressing the “Status” key until the screen blanks and then pressing the “-” key. Repetitive presses of the “-” key will cycle through the statistics mode.
Service Check (cont.) Flow Rate This display will only show if the flow meter is attached to the control. The display shall show the current flow rate of the water passing through the control. The display will show “FLO” for two seconds and then the current flow rate passing through the flow meter until a key is pressed. This display shall never time out, as opposed to the rest of standard statistics (10 minutes).
Total Number of Regenerations for Life of Unit This display will show the total number of regenerations that have occurred since installation. The display will show “totL” for two seconds and then display the total number of valid regenerations for the life of the unit. Service Check (cont.) Statistical Function Timeout If no key activity occurs for a period of 600 seconds (10 minutes) while in statistics functions mode, the mode will time out and return to the time of day display.
Final Start-up Chapter Heading Inside Text Regeneration There are several conditions that will cause the control to trip a regeneration. The “REG” enunciator will light when the control has signaled for a regeneration. The “REG” enunciator will flash while the control is in regeneration. The following are conditions that will call for regeneration: 1. When the Soft-Minder® meter has recorded the passage of a predetermined number of gallons. 2. When the time clock has counted past the set number of days.
alt is Text Inside S 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 tall, thin tank are flushed with 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.
Salt Supply, Usage and Service (cont.) 5 Should service, adjustment or trouble-shooting information be needed which is not covered in the Use and Care Guide, call your Culligan Dealer. Note: Following the manufacturer’s instructions regarding operation, maintenance and replacement requirements, including replacement of filters if applicable, is essential for Culligan’s products to perform as advertised. If you have further questions, please call your local independently operated Culligan dealer.
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: • • • Sanitizing Procedure 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 sulfate-reducing bacteria).
To Clean Out the Salt Storage Tank A periodic clean-out of the Salt Storage Tank is necessary to keep your Culligan Water Conditioner at peak operating efficiency. Do it at least every 2 years when the salt supply is low. Follow these stepby-step procedures: Tools needed: • Scoop • Clean, bucket-size container • Phillips-head screwdriver • Garden hose, Household scrub brush or sponge 1. Remove the salt storage tank cover and the cap from the brine valve chamber. 2.
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 23 after you have corrected the problem. Things to Check Before Calling for Service Power Supply Check your power supply cord.
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 Cul-Flo-Valv® Bypass, 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.
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. Performance Data Sheet 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.
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. Performance Data Sheet 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.
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. Performance Data Sheet 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.
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. Performance Data Sheet 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.
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State of California Department of Health Services Water Treatment Device Certificate Number California Certifications (cont.
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Parts List 10 10 9 9 3 12 3 3 3 12 5 63 63 4 5 63 63 4 8 8 3 6 3 6 FOLLOWER ONL FOLLOWER ONLY 7 7 3 63 3 63 63 63 63 63 11 63 11 63 1” Softener Valve 42
Parts List 10 (cont.
3/4” Softener Valve Parts List (cont.
Parts List (cont.
Power Valve Service Parts List Item # Part # DESCRIPTION Quantity/Pack Valve Size 3/4” Valve 1” Valve 1 01013976 Control Valve Body 1” 1 Each 1 00449865 Control Valve Body 3/4” 1 Each X 2 01013083 Seal Pack Assembly 1 Each X X 3 01014179 Drive Motor Kit 24V 1 Each X X 4 P1013031 Drive Cam 10 Each/Pack X X 5 P1013043 Retaining E-ring 10 Each/Pack X X 6 00445246 Pin 1 Each X X 7 P1013677 Bell Crank/Follower Kit 10 Each/Pack X X 8 P1001784 Screw, motor retai
Parts List (cont.
Item # Part # DESCRIPTION Quantity/Pack Valve Size 3/4” Valve 1” Valve 67 01018425 Bypass Valve - 1” Rotary 1 Each 67 01018760 Bypass Valve - 1”/1-1/4” Rotary 1 Each X 67 01018248 1” Straight Through Adapter 1 Each X 67 01018249 1 1/4” Straight Through Adapter 1 Each X 68 01018755 Rebuild Kit - 1”/1-1/4” Rotary Bypass 1 Each X 70 P1009075 Retaining Clip, 1” Bypass valve 10 Each/Pack X 71 01013985 Coupling Kit - 3/4” Bypass 1 Kit 71 01014033 Coupling Kit - 1” Bypass
Parts List (cont.) Service Parts Kits Part No. 01-0162-67 Description Part No. 00440821 Tank Assembly, 8”, Complete Seal Pack 01016389 Tank Assembly, 10” x 40”, Complete 01016390 Tank Assembly, 10” x 54”, Complete PV Eductor Rebuild Kit (#61) 00441897 Light Brown Eductor w/ O-Ring Replacement Tank, 8”, Empty 01014891 Replacement Tank, 10” x 40”, Empty 01014572 Replacement Tank, 10” x 54”, Empty 01014573 Replacement Tank, 12” x 52”, Empty Black Flow Control (1.
Parts List (cont.) 16” and 18” Brine Systems Item No. Part No.
Parts List (cont.) 51 Brine Valve Item No. Part No. Description - 01018706 Brine Valve 1 01018710 BLFC Elbow - 0.45 gpm 01018711 BLFC Elbow - 0.
Parts List (cont.) 11” Brine System Item No. Part No.
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.
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