WaterBoss 700 User Manual

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WaterBoss 700 Specifications

General

Brand	WaterBoss
Model	700
Category	Water Dispenser
Language	English

Summary

10 Year Limited Warranty

To Whom Warranty Is Extended

Details who is covered by the warranty, stating it is for the original owner at the original location.

Coverage

Specifies that the limited warranty covers the system for personal, family, or household use.

Warrantor's Performance and Length of Limited Warranty

Outlines repair/replacement terms for mechanical/electronic parts (3 years) and tanks/valve bodies (10 years).

Further Exclusions and Limitations on Warranty

Lists conditions not covered, such as service call costs, fire, freezing, abuse, or improper installation.

Claims Procedures

Explains how to file a warranty claim, including contact information and required details.

General Information

Getting Maximum Efficiency From the Appliance

Efficiency Statements

Provides performance ratings based on salt dosage, listing capacity and flow rates for models 700, 900, and 950.

Checklist Before Installation

Water Quality

Checks for contaminants like sand, sulfur, bacteria, iron, algae, oil, or acid in the water supply.

Iron

Identifies different types of iron (ferrous, ferric, organic, colloidal) and their impact on softeners.

Water Characteristics

Notes pH and iron level requirements for appliance function and filter compatibility.

Water Hardness

Details hardness capacity for models 700, 900, 950 and verification with test strips.

Water Pressure

Specifies required minimum (20 psi) and maximum (120 psi) water pressure.

Water Supply Flow Rate

Defines minimum flow rates (2.4-3.0 gpm) for proper appliance operation.

Precautions

Do

Lists required actions for safe and effective installation and operation, including code compliance and testing.

Do Not

Lists actions to avoid, such as incorrect installation, freezing, or connecting to unsafe water sources.

Installation Steps and Start-Up Procedures

Step 1 Prepare the Placement Area

Instructions for selecting and preparing the installation location, ensuring cleanliness and proper plumbing.

Step 2 Test Your Water

Guidance on testing water quality using provided strips or a laboratory before installation.

Step 3 Turn Off Water Supply

Procedure to safely shut off the main water supply and depressurize lines before connecting.

Step 4 Connect Water Lines

Instructions for attaching inlet and outlet water connections using provided Qest fittings.

Step 5 Connect Gravity Overflow Connection

How to connect the overflow line to a suitable drain, ensuring an air gap for safety.

Step 6 Connect Drain Line

Instructions for connecting the drain line to carry backwash water to a waste receptor.

Step 7 Flush Lines

Procedure to flush the system and remove debris after installation by placing the appliance in bypass mode.

Step 8 Check for Leaks

Steps to identify and repair any leaks in the system after water supply is restored.

Step 9 Plug in the Transformer

Connecting the power supply transformer to the controller and an appropriate outlet.

Step 10 Set Up the Controller

Initial programming of the appliance controller, referring to the 'Setting the Controller' section.

Step 11 Add Water to the Brine Cabinet

Instructions for filling the brine cabinet with the initial 2 gallons of water.

Step 12 Fill the Brine Cabinet With Salt

Guidance on adding clean, white pellet or solar salt to the brine cabinet.

Step 13 Complete the Installation

Final steps including ensuring service mode, turning on utilities, and flushing the appliance.

Bypass Valve

WaterBoss Four-Button Controller

Controller Display and Status Indicators

Explains the LCD display, modes (Demand), status indicators (Soft Water Remaining, waterMizer), and features (powerClean).

Controller Operation Buttons

Details the functions of the 'Set', 'Change', 'Power Clean', and 'Regenerate' buttons for operation and programming.

Setting the Controller

Determine Controller Setting Number

Guides on finding water hardness and pH for controller setup, including testing methods.

Enter Controller Setting Number

Steps to input the determined water hardness setting into the controller.

Advanced Customer Settings

Set High Capacity or High Efficiency

Options to program for High Capacity (HC) or High Efficiency (HE) to optimize regeneration.

Set Mode

Configuration for regeneration trigger: Delay Mode or Demand Mode (default).

Set 96 Hours Until Regeneration

Option to limit regeneration cycles to a maximum of 96 hours, recommended for iron water.

Set Gallons or Liters

Setting the unit of measurement for water volume displayed on the controller.

Set Time Format

Choosing between 12-hour (AM/PM) or 24-hour clock display for the controller.

Set Time of Day

Setting the current time on the controller, important after power outages.

Set Regeneration Time

Programming the preferred time for automatic regeneration cycles to occur.

Optional Plumbing Procedures

Hard Plumbing Bypass with Copper Fittings

Guidelines for connecting copper pipes to the bypass valve adapter, avoiding heat damage.

Plastic (PVC/CPVC) Pipe Joining Procedures

Steps for correctly joining plastic pipes using solvent cement to ensure joint integrity.

Assembly and Parts

Cabinet and Cover Assemblies

Details on the main unit's external components like lids, covers, and cabinets.

Injector Assembly

Information on the parts (throat, nozzle, cap) and function of the injector system.

Bypass Assembly

Components and function of the water bypass system, including sensor and turbine.

Top Fill Plug Assembly (950)

Specifics on the fill plug and O-ring for the Model 950 media tank access.

Drive End Cap Assembly

Components and function of the drive end cap mechanism, including motor and gears.

Drive End Cap Assembly Continuation

Further details on drive end cap components like the drive motor and piston slide.

Brine Valve Housing Assembly

Parts and function of the brine valve system, including piston, housing, and flow control.

Safety Shutoff Assembly

Components and function of the safety shutoff mechanism, including float and air check.

Safety Shutoff Valve Elbow Installation

Specifics on installing the safety shutoff valve's elbow with compression fittings.

Troubleshooting

No Soft Water After Regeneration

Troubleshooting steps for lack of soft water post-regeneration, covering salt, blockages, and plumbing.

No Soft Water

Common causes and solutions for the appliance not producing soft water, including bypass and hardness.

No Flow Indicated When Water is Flowing

Diagnosing issues when flow is detected but not indicated, checking bypass and sensor.

Flow Indicated When Water Not Used

Troubleshooting flow detection during idle periods, checking for leaks in the household plumbing.

No Read-out in Display

Steps for resolving display issues, checking power, transformer, and circuit board.

Appliance Stays in Regeneration

Causes and solutions for the appliance stuck in regeneration mode, checking controller attachment and valve body.

Excess Water in Brine Cabinet

Troubleshooting excessive water in the brine tank, checking brine refill valve and flow control.

Not Regenerating in Proper Sequence

Diagnosing regeneration cycle errors, checking magnet disk and controller.

Salty Water

Identifying causes and solutions for hard water output, including injector, pressure, and drain line issues.

Controller Error Messages

Explains specific error codes ('E1' to 'E5') displayed by the controller and their resolutions.

WaterBoss Water Conditioner Specifications

Certificates

Notes