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Culligan 9" User Manual

Culligan 9"
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Culligan
®
High
Efficiency
Automatic
Water
Softener
Owners
Guide

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Culligan 9" Specifications

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BrandCulligan
Model9"
CategoryWater Filtration Systems
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Attention Culligan Customer

About this Manual

Specifications

The Culligan Process

Explains the three basic components and their functions.

Modes of Operation

Water Meter Mode

Controller tracks water flow to determine regeneration time.

Aqua-Sensor® Mode

Conductivity probe senses hardness front for efficient operation.

Smart Brine Tank Probe

Monitors brine tank conditions for salt needs and issues.

Wireless Remote Control

Displays status and allows remote control up to 200 feet away.

Modem

Allows remote monitoring, scheduling, and software updates for the system.

Manual Regeneration

Initiates regeneration via control valve or wireless remote.

Predict Mode

Uses flow meter to determine optimum regeneration point based on usage.

Pre-Rinse Mode

Used to pre-rinse the softener resin bed or filter media.

Down Flow Regeneration

Water and regenerate flow downward through the media tank.

Up Flow Regeneration

Water flows down, regenerate flows up for efficient regeneration.

Proportional Brining

Uses only enough brine to regenerate exhausted resin for efficiency.

Dial-A-Softness®

Manual adjustment for variable hardness bypass into softened water.

Introduction

Kind To Skin And Complexion

Soft water benefits for skin and shaving.

Bathing And Showering

Use less soap and rinse easily with soft water.

Saves Washing Costs. Helps Control Environmental Pollution

Washes whiter, cleaner, uses less soap, fabrics last longer.

Super Hair Conditioning

Soft water improves hair shine and manageability.

Dishes Are A Delight

Glassware and dishes wash easier and cleaner.

Easier Housekeeping, Gleaming Fixtures

Bathtubs, fixtures clean easily, no scum, saves time and aids.

Saves Water-Heating Energy, Helps Water-Using Appliances

Reduces scale, saves energy and extends appliance life.

Water For Lawns And Household Plants

Softened water not recommended for house plants due to sodium.

Culligan Municipal Softener

Benefits include reduction of chlorine taste and odor.

How Your Water Conditioner Works

Why Water Gets Hard And How It Is Softened

Explains water hardening by limestone and ion exchange process.

Iron is a common water problem.

Details four types of iron and their removal.

Installation

Component Description

Lists the main components of the water conditioner.

Tools and Materials

Lists necessary tools and supplies for installation.

Application

Checks water quality (hardness, iron) and pressure requirements.

Pressure

Details pressure requirements and use of reducing valves.

Temperature

Recommends installation locations and avoiding freezing.

Location

Specifies space requirements and floor surface considerations.

Drain Facilities

Requirements for drain connections and air gaps.

Electrical Facilities

Power requirements and transformer usage.

Placement

Instructions for positioning the media and brine tanks.

Tank Assembly

Steps for loading media into tanks and manifold installation.

Install Aqua-Sensor

Measures and installs the sensor cable length and plug.

Mount the Control Valve

Instructions for attaching the control valve to the tank adapter.

Backwash Flow Control, Eductor Nozzle—Throat

Recommends flow controls, nozzles, and throats for tank sizes.

Backwash Flow Control Replacement

Steps to replace the backwash flow control.

Attaching the Cover

Instructions for re-attaching the softener cover.

Dial-a-Softness

Setting the manual adjustment for variable hardness bypass.

Plumbing Connections

Details bypass valve connection and optional sweat kits.

Bypass Valve Installation

Connects meter, bypass valve, and interconnecting pipe.

Drain Line Connection

Details drain line length and height limitations.

Connect the Brine Line

Instructions for connecting the brine line tubing.

Fill The Salt Storage Container

Filling the salt storage container with water and salt.

Brine Valve "A" Dimension

Setting the brine valve float level based on salt dosage.

Circuit Board Connections

Connecting power supply and Aqua-Sensor wire harness.

Navigating the Menus and Keypad

Controller Buttons

Explains the function of UP, DOWN, CHECK MARK, and CANCEL buttons.

Home Screen

The initial screen displayed when the unit is powered on.

Main Menu Screen

Displays menu selections with a ">" symbol indicating the current selection.

First Time Setup Procedure

Serial Number

Displays the serial number for the Smart Controller.

Firmware Version

Displays firmware version and installation date.

Set Month (Jan-Dec)

Setting the current month for the system.

Set Day (0-31)

Setting the current day for the system.

Set Year (2009-2030)

Setting the current year for the system.

Set Clock Type (12 or 24)

Setting the clock format to 12-hour or 24-hour.

Set Hour (12PM-11AM)

Setting the current hour of the day.

Set Minutes (0-60)

Setting the current minute of the hour.

Unit Type (Softener, Filter, or Resin + Carbon)

Selecting the type of water treatment unit.

Units (US or Metric)

Choosing between US Inch and Metric units.

Install Type (Residential or Commercial)

Setting the installation type as Residential or Commercial.

Brining Type (Downflow, Upflow, Proportional)

Selecting the brining type for regeneration.

Tank Diameter (9, 10, 12, 14)

Setting the diameter of the installed tank.

Water Hardness (1-170)

Entering the water hardness in grains per gallon.

Completed First Time Setup

System initializes capacity and displays status.

Set Date and Time

Procedure to update the system's date and time settings.

Information

Salt Tank Level

Displays the salt level status (OK, LOW).

Remain Capacity

Displays remaining softening capacity as percentage and gallons.

Current Flowrate

Displays the current water flow rate in gallons per minute.

Today's Usage

Displays today's water usage in gallons.

Average Daily

Displays the average daily water usage for the configuration.

Next Regen On

Displays the date of the next regeneration.

Total Water Used

Displays the total water used for the configuration.

Ext Filt Cap Rem

Displays remaining capacity of external filter if used.

Regeneration

Conditions for Regeneration

Lists triggers for regeneration like meter, sensor, time, or manual selection.

Delayed Regeneration

System regenerates at a scheduled time.

Immediate Regeneration

System initiates regeneration immediately or on demand.

Standard Manual Regeneration

Initiates manual regeneration or sets bypass duration.

Final Startup

Recommended Meter Start-Up Procedure

Steps for starting up the unit using the water meter.

Recommended Aqua-Sensor® Start-Up Procedure

Steps for starting up the unit using the Aqua-Sensor.

Things to Check Before You Call for Service

Power Supply

Checks power cord and outlet for proper connection.

Blown Fuse

Checks house fuse or circuit breaker panel.

Power Failure

Resets the timer after power interruption or time changes.

Bypass Valves

Checks if bypass valves are in the correct position.

No Water

Checks water supply, pressure, and bypass valve for flow issues.

Increased Usage

Reprogramming regeneration schedule for higher water usage.

Error Codes

Error Display and Action

How errors are displayed and options to clear or view them.

Error Table

Lists errors, reasons, and comments for clearing them.

Error Table

Continues listing errors, reasons, and comments for clearing them.

When and How to Bypass Your Water Conditioner

Bypass Valve

Explains how to use the Cul-Flo-Valv® bypass valve.

Bypassed

Instructions to turn the knob clockwise to bypass the unit.

Softened Water

Instructions to turn the knob counter-clockwise to return to service.

Performance Data Sheet

California Department of Public Health Certificate

Important Data on Your Water Softener

Identification

Fields for model, serial numbers, and installation date.

Settings

Fields for recharge time, interval, household size, tank size.

Water Analysis

Fields for total hardness, iron, and pH.

Electrical Schematic

Parts List

Control Valve Assembly

Diagram and list of parts for the control valve.

Remote Display and Accessories

Diagrams and lists for remote display and accessories.

Tank Assembly

Diagrams and lists for tank assemblies.

16" and 18" Brine System

Diagrams and lists for the brine system.

Brine Valve Assembly

Diagrams and lists for the brine valve components.

24" Brine System

Diagrams and lists for the 24" brine system.

Culligan Limited Warranty

With Culligan You Get More Than A Quality Product

You Get Your Water Expert, The Culligan Man

Highlights service and expertise of Culligan dealers.

The Culligan Promise

Emphasizes investment in family well-being and dealer support.

Notes

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