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General| Brand | Whirlpool |
|---|---|
| Model | WHES18 |
| Category | Water Dispenser |
| Language | English |
Essential preparation steps and safety considerations before beginning installation or operation.
Details on water quality factors like iron and sediment affecting softener performance.
Criteria for selecting an optimal and safe installation location for the water softener.
Adherence to national, state, and local plumbing codes for installation.
Specific requirements for drain hose air gaps to prevent backflow.
Instructions and options for connecting the valve drain hose.
Guidance on different types of pipe and bypass valve configurations for connections.
Overview of the standard installation process and connection points.
Procedure for safely shutting off the main water supply before installation.
Step-by-step guide for installing the overflow elbow in the brine tank.
Instructions for positioning the unit, including weight warnings.
Essential grounding procedures for installations on metal plumbing.
Detailed instructions for connecting the water inlet and outlet pipes.
Steps for correctly installing and securing the valve drain hose.
Procedure for connecting the overflow hose to the salt storage tank.
Steps to check for water leaks after completing plumbing connections.
Instructions for filling the salt tank with water and salt.
Guidance on connecting the power supply to the unit.
Procedure for sanitizing the softener before or after service.
Understanding the 'CLEAn' indicator and how to reset it.
Instructions for setting the current time on the softener's control panel.
How to input the water hardness level for optimal performance.
Configuring the preferred time for the automatic regeneration cycle.
Manual initiation of the regeneration cycle for cleaning and testing.
Initiating an immediate regeneration cycle using the RECHARGE button.
Scheduling an immediate recharge to occur at the next preset time.
Enabling a feature for increased salt efficiency, potentially more frequent recharges.
Setting a manual limit for the number of days between automatic regenerations.
Option to switch the display between 12-hour and 24-hour time formats.
How the system retains settings during power interruptions.
Recommended procedure for using the water softener cleanser.
Guidance on checking and refilling the salt storage tank with appropriate salt.
Identifying and resolving salt bridging issues in the brine tank.
Procedure for cleaning the nozzle and venturi for optimal brine draw.
Understanding error codes displayed by the unit's self-diagnostic system.
Using diagnostic modes to check valve operation and system cycles.
Procedure to reset all settings to their original factory default values.
Detailed steps to manually cycle through regeneration to verify function.
Information on extending the factory warranty using specific cleaner.
Details of the one-year full and limited warranties for the water softener.
