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General| Brand | A-Star |
|---|---|
| Model | 2018 ED |
| Category | Water Dispenser |
| Language | English |
Guidance on choosing the optimal location for the water softener unit.
Lists essential tools and materials required for the installation process.
Deciding how to run inlet and outlet pipes based on existing pipe material and size.
Instructions for correctly installing the bypass valve assembly.
Steps for connecting the overflow fittings to the brine tank.
Guidance on placing the softener unit on a level and secure surface.
Recommends installing grounding clamps for electrical safety.
Detailed instructions for connecting inlet and outlet plumbing pipes.
How to connect and route the drain hose for proper operation.
Guidelines for routing the drain hose to a drain point.
Instructions for adapting a copper drain tube to the softener.
Steps for connecting the brine tank overflow hose.
Procedures to flush the system, remove air, and check for water leaks.
Instructions for adding water and the correct type of salt to the brine tank.
How to connect the softener to the electrical power supply using the transformer.
Initial instruction to program the electronic demand timer.
Overview of initial control settings and button functions.
How the timer retains settings during power interruptions.
Step-by-step guide to setting the current time on the timer display.
Instructions for setting the water hardness level for optimal performance.
Details on how to increase or decrease the hardness setting and convert units.
Procedure to set the desired time for the automatic recharge cycle.
How to configure the maximum number of days between regeneration cycles.
How to enable automatic recharge based on 97% capacity usage.
Option to switch the clock display format between 12-hour and 24-hour.
Procedure to adjust the duration of the backwash cycle.
How to set a different duration for the fast rinse cycle.
Ensure all installation and timer programming steps are finished.
Instructions for adding bleach to the brine well for sanitization.
Use the RECHARGE NOW feature to start the sanitizing process.
Explains the water supply cycle and common impurities.
Details on hardness, iron, acidity, and sediment in water.
Describes different types of iron and their removal.
Explains causes and treatments for acidic water and sediment.
Explains service mode and the five regeneration cycles (Fill, Brining, Rinse, Backwash, Fast Rinse).
How hard water is available during regeneration cycles.
How to check and maintain the salt level in the brine tank for proper function.
Identifies salt bridges and provides a method for breaking them.
How the softener handles clear water iron and its limitations.
Instructions for cleaning the nozzle and venturi for proper brine draw.
Troubleshooting steps for when the softener is not producing soft water.
Addresses issues causing water hardness to be inconsistent.
Explains how to manually initiate a regeneration cycle (Recharge Now/Tonight).
How the softener handles regeneration when you are away.
Lists error codes, possible defects, and how to remove them.
Visual checks and steps to diagnose lack of soft water.
Procedure to enter diagnostic mode and check water meter operation.
Checking the water meter reading and turbine function.
Verifying the position switch operation during cycles.
Ensuring correct model code is indicated in the display.
Steps to manually advance regeneration cycles to check components.
How to check if the softener draws brine correctly from the tank.
Observing water flow during backwash and fast rinse cycles.
Procedure to return the softener to normal service operation.
Diagram showing the electrical connections of the softener.
Illustrates water flow during the service and fill stages.
Shows water flow paths during brining and brine rinse.
Illustrates water flow during the backwash and fast rinse cycles.
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