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Tier1 Elite Series User Manual

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IAPMO R & T Certied
against NSF/ANSI 44
and CSA B483.1
Owners Manual
Tier1 Elite Series
Water Softener
WS-ELITE-1054
WS-89HE-1054
1. This manual contains important maintenance procedures for the continued proper operation of
your unit.
2. Read all instructions carefully before operation.
3. Avoid pinched o-rings during installation by applying NSF certified lubricant to all seals (provided with install
kit).
4. This system is not intended for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system.
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Tier1 Elite Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Water Temperature OptionsHot, Cold, Room Temperature
InstallationFreestanding
Cooling SystemCompressor
Hot Water Temperature85°C
Voltage120V
Dimensions41 inches
MaterialStainless Steel and Plastic
Child Safety LockYes

Summary

Initial Setup and Safety

First Steps Before Installation

Provides essential information and warnings before beginning the installation process.

Key Safety Warnings and Messages

Highlights important safety messages, cautions, and warnings for user guidance.

Feed Water Parameters

Upflow Softener Specifications

Unpacking and Inspection

Valve Serial Number Identification

Locating System and Valve Serial Numbers

Explains how to locate and interpret the control valve and system serial numbers for troubleshooting.

Pre-Installation Requirements

Water Testing and Feed Water Specs

Emphasizes the need for a water test and details feed water line size and pressure requirements.

Mechanical and Plumbing Best Practices

Provides instructions on lubricants, connections, pipe types, and the importance of professional installation.

Electrical Grounding and Handling

Covers grounding continuity, electrical code checks, and handling the unit to prevent damage.

System Preparation Steps

Essential Safety Cautions During Prep

Provides critical cautions regarding depressurizing the unit, lubricant types, and wearing protective gear.

Installation Steps

Connecting Plumbing Lines

Covers connecting the bypass, inlet/outlet, and drain lines, emphasizing soldering techniques and fittings.

Brine Tank Installation

Water Softener Plumbing Diagram

Upflow Softener Connection Layout

Illustrates the complete plumbing setup, including inlet, outlet, brine, drain lines, and check valve.

Drain Line Safety and Air Gap

Provides critical notes on drain line connections, air gaps, and preventing back-siphoning of sewage.

Startup and Programming

Connecting Power and Valve Interface

Instructions for connecting the 12V transformer and understanding the control valve's LCD display information.

Manual Regeneration Procedure

Guides on initiating a manual regeneration cycle to purge air and prepare the system.

Setting Date, Time, and Hardness

Explains how to set the date, time, and hardness for the water conditioner.

Startup and Programming Continued

Detailed Manual Regeneration Steps

Provides detailed steps for manual regeneration, emphasizing cycle completion and air purging.

Post-Startup Procedures

Adding Salt and System Operation

Instructs on the correct amount of salt to add and the unit's automatic filling process.

Maintenance Instructions and Schedule

Annual Service and Maintenance Tasks

Outlines annual inspection and replacement tasks for seals, spacers, injectors, and media.

Servicing the Control Valve

Pre-Service Safety Precautions

Details essential safety steps before servicing the control valve, including shutting off water and power.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Hard Water, Regeneration, and Salt Usage Problems

Provides solutions for problems like hard water delivery, failure to regenerate, and excessive salt usage.

Troubleshooting Continued

Drain Flow and Error Code Resolution

Covers issues with continuous drain flow and explains how to resolve system error codes E1 and E2.

Component Replacement Procedures

Meter Assembly Replacement

Bypass and Meter Cable Replacement

Control Valve Component Service

Post-Service Procedures

Master Programming Guide

Factory Default Upflow Valve Settings

Details the factory default settings for upflow valve programming across different models.

Master Programming Upflow Valve

Advanced Menu Navigation

Main Menu Settings

Diagnostic Screen Functions

Setting System Parameters

Date, Time, Hardness, and Manual Regen

Guides on setting the system's date, time, hardness, and initiating manual regeneration.