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Kinetico MACH Series User Manual

Kinetico MACH Series
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Kinetico High Performance Water Conditioning and
Combination Systems
Adoucisseurs d’eau et systèmes combinés performants
Acondicionadores de agua de alto desempeño
y sistemas combinados de Kinetico
Owner’s Manual • Guide de l'utilisateur • Manual del propietario
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Kinetico MACH Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeWater Softener
RegenerationDemand-initiated
Flow RateUp to 12 GPM
StagesDual Tank System
Filter LifeVaries by model and usage
Daily ProductionVaries by model
Storage Tank CapacityVaries by model
DimensionsVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
Salt UsageEfficient, minimal salt usage

Summary

How to Use Soft Water

Use Pure Soap Products

Advise using pure soaps for better cleaning with soft water, reducing detergent use.

Use Less Soap and Household Cleaners

Suggest reducing soap usage by half or quarter for effective cleaning and better suds.

Take Special Precautions with Automatic Dishwashers

Warns about etching dishes with soft water; recommends specific settings and low-phosphate detergent.

Special Care for Plants and Fish

Provides guidance on watering plants and acclimatizing fish to soft water gradually.

What Makes Your Kinetico Water System Different Is What Makes It Better

Highly Efficient Regeneration

Explains Kinetico's countercurrent regeneration process, using soft water for efficient cleaning.

Twin Tank Design

Highlights the benefit of continuous soft water supply with two tanks, one regenerating while the other serves.

Overdrive Enhanced

Describes technology improving flow and efficiency by passing water through tanks simultaneously.

Kinetico Combination Systems

Kinetico Mach Series 4040s with Overdrive

Details the 4040s system with activated carbon for whole-house dechlorination and odor removal.

Kinetico Mach Series 4060s with Overdrive - Activated Carbon

Describes the 4060s system with activated carbon for whole-house dechlorination.

Kinetico Mach Series 4060s with Overdrive - Macrolite®

Explains the 4060s Macrolite system for iron, particle filtration, and cloudiness removal.

Overdrive Enhanced

Reiterates the benefits of Overdrive technology for enhanced performance and flow.

Maintaining Your System

Changing the Filter

Guides on replacing the inline filter when water pressure drops due to sediment.

Adding Regenerant

Instructs to refill the salt storage tank before it runs dry, recommending specific salt types.

Manual Regeneration

Details the procedure for manually initiating the regeneration cycle using a screwdriver.

By-Pass

Explains how to divert water flow around the softener for maintenance or specific needs.

Cold Weather Protection

Advises on precautionary measures to prevent system damage from freezing in unheated areas.

Sanitizing the System

Recommends sanitizing the system if the water supply is compromised, following dealer advice.

Iron Cleaning

Suggests using salt with iron additives or separate agents to prevent resin fouling from iron.

Salt Bridge

Explains salt bridging and how to break it up or prevent it by maintaining brine tank fill levels.

Commonly Asked Questions

Drop in Water Pressure

Suggests changing the filter or contacting a dealer if water pressure decreases.

Frequent Regeneration

Recommends checking for leaks or high usage if regeneration occurs more often than expected.

Water Not Soft

Advises checking the by-pass valve and performing manual regeneration if water isn't soft.

Regeneration Noise/Timing

Explains that Kinetico systems regenerate on demand, unlike timed older models.

Adding Salt

Instructs to check salt level and add salt as needed, avoiding a completely full tank to prevent bridging.

Drinking Soft Water

Confirms soft water is safe for drinking but notes potential sodium content; suggests RO for high purity.

Glossary of Terms

Maintenance Record

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