GE GXSH40V User Manual

WATER SOFTENING
SYSTEM
Safety Information ............. 2
Specifications
and Performance Claims ........ 3
About the Softener ............ 4
Before you Start ............... 7
Installation Requirements ....... 8
Installation Instructions .........11
Programming the Softener ......16
Care and Cleaning ............ 22
Routine Maintenance ..........24
Before you call for Service ..... 25
Exploded View/Parts List .......31
Warranty (U.S.) ............... 35
Warranty (Canada) ...........36
Consumer Support ............40
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GE GXSH40V Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	GXSH40V
Category	Water Dispenser
Language	English

Summary

Safety Information and Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Provides crucial safety warnings to minimize risks of shock, damage, or injury.

Specific Safety Guidelines

Before You Start Installation

Installation Requirements

Outlines necessary water pressure, electrical, and water quality conditions.

Tools and Materials List

Installation Location and Layout

Location Requirements

Guidelines for selecting an optimal installation location for the softener.

Plumbing and Drain Installation Details

Plumbing Codes and Air Gap Requirements

Covers national/state codes and air gap needs for drain lines.

Valve Drain Requirements

Details flexible and rigid drain line requirements and best practices.

Inlet/Outlet Plumbing and Bypass Options

Inlet/Outlet Plumbing Requirements

Specifies pipe types and minimum sizes for connections.

Bypass Valve Systems

Installation Steps - Plumbing and Connections

Installation Steps - Valve and Tank Assembly

Bypass Valve and Unit Placement

Installation Steps - Final Plumbing and Grounding

Completing Inlet/Outlet Plumbing

Guidance on connecting water supply to the softener inlet/outlet ports.

Installing the Ground Wire

Procedures for installing a ground wire to maintain electrical safety.

Installation Steps - Testing and Rinsing

Leak Testing Procedure

Steps to test the system for leaks after filling and pressurizing.

Post-Installation Procedures

Adding Water and Salt

How to add water and the correct type of salt to the brine tank.

Powering Up and Sanitizing the Unit

Instructions for plugging in the unit and sanitizing it with bleach.

Programming the Water Softener - Initial Setup

Control Operation and Display

Setting the Time of Day

Steps to correctly set the current time on the control display.

Programming the Water Softener - Settings

Setting Water Hardness Level

How to determine and set the water hardness for optimal softening.

Setting Recharge Start Time

How to configure the preferred time for automatic regeneration cycles.

Programming the Water Softener - Salt and Recharge

Setting the Salt Level Indicator

Initiating a Manual Recharge

Care and Cleaning - Adjusting Water Hardness

Adjusting Water Hardness via Blend Valve

Care and Cleaning - Salt and Resin Maintenance

Checking Salt Level and Refilling

Cleaning Resin Beds for Iron

Routine Maintenance Procedures

Cleaning the Nozzle and Venturi Assembly

Breaking Salt Bridges

Troubleshooting - No Soft Water

Common Causes for No Soft Water

Identifies frequent reasons for the unit failing to produce soft water.

Troubleshooting - Water Quality and Operation

Intermittent Hardness and Slippery Feel

Salt Usage, Water Color, and Regeneration Issues

Troubleshooting - System Status and Water Issues

Brine Tank Water Levels and Water Color

Resin Beads, Sounds, Air, and Warnings

Advanced Troubleshooting - Error Codes

Interpreting and Clearing Error Codes

How to read error codes and procedures to remove them from the display.

Automatic Electronic Diagnostics

Advanced Troubleshooting - Diagnostic Procedures

Manual Electronic Diagnostics

Steps for running manual diagnostic tests on the softener's components.

Advanced Troubleshooting - Recharge Cycle Checks

Manually Advancing Recharge Cycles

How to step through recharge cycles to diagnose issues.

Water Softening System Limited Warranty (U.S.)

Water Softening System Limited Warranty (Canada)

Warranty Coverage, Exclusions, and Limitations

Details what is covered, not covered, and limitations of the Canadian warranty.

Consumer Support and Service Information