(EcoWater) 3500and3502ownersmanual

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SERIES 3500 & 3502

OWNER’S MANUAL
P/N: 7291393
OWNER’S MANUAL
How to operate your
EcoWater Systems
Water Conditioner
EcoWater Systems Conditioner

with Remote (ECR)
EcoWater Systems Refiner

with Remote (ERR)
SERIES
3500 & 3502
Systems Tested and Certified by NSF International and ERR 3500R20 & ERR 3502R30 are Tested and
WQA against NSF/ANSI Standard 44 for softener perform- Certified by NSF International and WQA against
ance and the reduction of barium and radium 226/228. NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for chlorine taste and odor.
EcoWater Systems LLC

P.O. Box 64420, St. Paul MN 55164-0420
PRINTED IN U.S.A. Part No. 7291393 (Rev. B 1/26/07)

ECOWATER Table of Contents & Safety Guides
S Y S T E M S
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page This system is not intended to be used for treating water
that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
Planning Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
If conditioner is being used to reduce barium and/or radi-
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
um 226 and 228, please verify performance by contact-
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
ing 612-607-1700, ext. 6470 for testing treated water
Conditioner Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-21 supply or check the water testing section of your local
Remote Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-30 phone directory.
Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31-34 NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to
Refilling with Salt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pur-
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-37 suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38 designed to provide reasonable protection against harm-
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 ful interference in a residential installation. This equip-
Repair Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40-43 ment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
SAFETY GUIDES interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
Follow the installation instructions carefully. Failure to or television reception, which can be determined by turn-
install the EcoWater Systems conditioner properly voids ing the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
the warranty. try to correct the interference by one or more of the fol-
Before you begin installation, read this entire manual. lowing measures:
Then, obtain all the materials and tools you will need to Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
make the installation.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
Check local plumbing and electrical codes. The receiver.
installation must conform to them.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-
Use only lead-free solder and flux for all sweat-solder ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
connections, as required by state and federal codes.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech-
Use care when handling the EcoWater Systems condi- nician for help.
tioner. Do not turn upside down, drop, or set on sharp
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
protrusions.
EcoWater Systems could void the user’s authority to
Do not locate the EcoWater Systems conditioner where operate the equipment.
freezing temperatures occur. Do not attempt to treat
This device complies with Industry Canada Standard
water over 120°F. Freezing, or hot water damage
RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two con-
voids the warranty.
ditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and
Avoid installing in direct sunlight. Excessive sun heat (2) this device must accept any interference, including
may cause distortion or other damage to non-metallic interference that may cause undesired operation of the
parts. device.
The EcoWater Systems conditioner requires a minimum Ce dispositif est conforme avec la norme CNR-210
water flow of 3 gallons per minute at the inlet. Maximum d’Industrie Canada. Le fonctionnement du dispositif
allowable inlet water pressure is 125 psi. If daytime est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif
pressure is over 80 psi, nighttime pressure may exceed ne doit pas causer de brouillage, et (2) le dispositif doit
the maximum. Use a pressure reducing valve if neces- accepter tous brouillages, incluant tous brouillages qui
sary (Adding a pressure reducing valve may reduce the peut nuire au bon fonctionnement du dispositif.
flow).
European Directive 2002/96/EC requires all
The EcoWater Systems conditioner works on 24 volt, 60 electrical and electronic equipment to be dis-
Hz electrical power only. Be sure to use the included posed of according to Waste Electrical and
transformer and plug it into a nominal 120V, 60 Hz Electronic Equipment (WEEE) requirements.
household outlet that is in a dry location only, ground- This directive or similar laws are in place
ed and properly protected by an over current device such nationally and can vary from region to region.
as a circuit breaker or fuse. If transformer is replaced, Please refer to your state and local laws for
use only the authorized service, Class II, 24V, 10 VA proper disposal of the equipment.
transformer.
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ECOWATER Warranty
S Y S T E M S
LIMITED WARRANTY
GUARANTEE
Advantage Warranty
Series ECR & ERR 3500 Water System
BOND
Congratulations! You have just purchased the highest quality water conditioning
product on the market. To register your warranty, complete the enclosed Warranty The Safeco Insurance Company of America has issued
Registration Card and mail it within 30 days of purchase. its bond in the form shown below, guaranteeing full per-
To whom is this warranty extended? formance by EcoWater Systems LLC.
EcoWater Systems LLC warrants its products to the original owner and guarantees
that the products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship from the orig-
inal date of installation. SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA, here-
How does my warranty work? inafter called “Surety,” guarantees unto Bank of New
If, during the respective warranty period, a part proves, after inspection by EcoWater, York as Trustee holding said Guarantee Bond under the
to be defective, EcoWater will, at its sole option repair or replace that part at no
charge, other than normal shipping, installation or service charges. terms of a Trust Agreement dated April 9, 2003, for the
What is covered by the warranty? use and benefit of original purchasers of residential
EcoWater Systems LLC guarantees that, EcoWater Systems Units within the Continental United
for the LIFETIME of the original owner, the SALT TANK and the MINERAL TANK will
not rust, corrode, leak, burst, or in any other manner fail to perform their proper func- States, as described herein, that EcoWater Systems LLC
tions and that, will discharge the obligations of the “EcoWater Bonded
for a period of TEN YEARS, the VALVE BODY will be free of defects in materials and
workmanship and will perform its proper function and that, Parts and Service Guarantee Policy.”
for a period of FIVE YEARS, the ELECTRONIC FACEPLATE and ALL OTHER
PARTS, including the HYDROLINK™ REMOTE will be free of defects in materials
and workmanship and will perform their normal functions.
PROVIDED, HOWEVER, that:
Only on models designated as ERR on the rating decal, is the resin bed guaranteed,
for the lifetime of the original owner, to be free of defects in materials and workman- 1. Liability of Surety hereunder shall not exceed the sum
ship and to remove chlorine taste and odor from a municipal water supply.
of FIVE HUNDRED AND 00/100th DOLLARS ($500.00)
How do I obtain warranty service?
Should you need service, your local, independent EcoWater Dealer is only a phone as to any one installation, and shall not exceed the sum
call away. of FIVE HUNDRED THOUSAND AND 00/100th DOL-
PHONE:____________________________________________________________
To obtain warranty service, notice must be given, within thirty (30) days of the discov- LARS ($500,000.00) in the aggregate, and
ery of the defect, to your local EcoWater Systems dealer.
If I need a part replaced after the factory warranty expires, is the replacement 2. There shall be no liability hereunder as to any pur-
part warranted? chaser to whom there has not been issued at the time of
Yes, EcoWater Systems LLC warrants FACTORY REPAIRS as well as all REPLACE-
MENT PARTS for a period of 90 DAYS. This warranty does not include normal ship- installation and purchase completed registration card
ping, installation or service charges. which is enclosed with a facsimile of this bond, and who
Are any additional warranties available? has not returned such card in accordance with this guar-
We are pleased to say, YES! EcoWater Systems LLC sells an EXTENDED, PARTS
ONLY WARRANTY for the ELECTRONICS portion of your product. This warranty is antee.
called the "Perfect Ten" and extends the five year warranty on the electronic FACE-
PLATE, WIRING HARNESS, DRIVE MOTOR, TRANSFORMER, POWER CORD,
SENSOR HOUSING, and MICRO SWITCHES to a total of TEN YEARS from the date
3. Claim must be made by such original purchaser in
of original installation. Your local dealer will provide details regarding this warranty or writing within 30 days from the expiration of these guar-
will refer you to the factory for additional information. In addition, the 3500 SERIES
product carries the CREST OF EXCELLENCE GUARANTEE that, should you expe-
antees upon EcoWater Systems LLC, P.O. Box 64420,
rience a repetitive problem that remains uncorrected, EcoWater will, during the FIRST St. Paul, MN 55164, to perform the terms of said guaran-
YEAR OF INSTALLATION, replace the product with the exact or comparable prod-
uct.* This guarantee may be subject to normal shipping and installation or service
tee, and notice of any default on such guarantee must be
charges. sent to Surety at its address by Registered Mail.
General Provisions
The above warranties are effective provided the water conditioner is operated at SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA
water pressures not exceeding 125 psi, and at water temperatures not exceeding
120°F (and on a municipal chlorinated water supply - models designated as ERR on
the rating decal); provided further that the water conditioner is not subject to abuse, This is to certify that the original of the above guarantee
misuse, alteration, neglect, freezing, accident or negligence; and provided further that and bond is on file with Bank of New York.
the water conditioner is not damaged as the result of any unusual force of nature such
as, but not limited to, flood, hurricane, tornado or earthquake. EcoWater Systems LLC
is excused if failure to perform its warranty obligations is the result of strikes, govern- BANK OF NEW YORK
ment regulation, materials shortages, or other circumstances beyond its control.
*THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THE WATER CONDITIONER BEYOND As Trustee
THOSE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED ABOVE. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE DISCLAIMED TO THE EXTENT THEY
MIGHT EXTEND BEYOND THE ABOVE PERIODS. THE SOLE OBLIGATION OF
ECOWATER SYSTEMS LLC UNDER THESE WARRANTIES IS TO REPLACE OR
REPAIR THE COMPONENT OR PART WHICH PROVES TO BE DEFECTIVE WITH-
IN THE SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD, AND ECOWATER IS NOT LIABLE FOR CON-
SEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. NO ECOWATER DEALER, AGENT,
REPRESENTATIVE, OR OTHER PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO EXTEND OR
EXPAND THE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY DESCRIBED ABOVE.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or exclu-
sions or limitations of incidental or consequential damage, so the limitations and
exclusions in this warranty may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific
legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. This war-
ranty applies to consumer-owned installations only.
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ECOWATER Planning Installation
S Y S T E M S
TYPICAL INSTALLATION DRAWINGS
CONDITIONED bypass valve

WATER
120V, 60Hz HARD

HARD outlet WATER
WATER outlet valve 3-- valve
bypass system
transformer
inlet valve
(supplied)
to
controller
OUTLET to OUTLET
controller
INLET INLET
valve drain hose
bypass valve
#7214383
NOTE: Faceplate and support brine

not shown for clarity of drawing. tank
overflow
hose
CABINET
MODEL
valve drain hose
TWO--TANK
MODEL
1--1/2”
airgap
floor drain
brine tank
overflow hose Tie or wire valve drain hose in place
to keep over floor drain.
floor drain
1--1/2” FIG. 1
airgap
INLET / OUTLET PLUMBING OPTIONS DRAIN OPTIONS

drain drain
ALWAYS INSTALL either an EcoWater Systems hose hose
bypass valve #7214383, or a 3-valve bypass system.
Bypass valves allow you to turn off water to the sof-
tener for repairs if needed, but still have water in 1--1/2”
airgap
house pipes.
1--1/2”
airgap
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A drain is needed for recharge discharge water. A STANDPIPE LAUNDRY TUB
floor drain is preferred, close to the EcoWater
Systems conditioner. A laundry tub, standpipe, etc., FIG. 2
are other options (See Figure 2).
A 120V, 60 Hz, grounded, continuously “live” electri-
NOTE: The Commonwealth of Massachusetts plumbing
cal outlet is needed, in a dry location within 10 feet of code 248-CMR shall be adhered to. A licensed plumber
the EcoWater Systems conditioner. shall be used for this installation.
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ECOWATER Unpacking & Installation
S Y S T E M S
1. UNPACKING 4. INSTALLING THREE-VALVE BYPASS

EcoWater Systems conditioner models R70 and R50S If installing a 3-valve bypass system, plumb as needed
are shipped from the factory in two cartons. These con- using Figure 1 as a guide. When installing sweat cop-
tain resin tank/controller assembly in one carton and the per, be sure to use lead-free solder and flux, required
brine tank, cover, bag(s) of small parts needed to by federal and state codes. Use pipe joint compound
assemble and install the unit, plus this manual, in the on outside pipe threads.
other.
EcoWater Systems conditioner models R20, R30 and 5. ASSEMBLE INLET & OUTLET PLUMBING
R40 are shipped from the factory in one master carton.
The carton also includes a bag of small parts needed to Measure, cut, and loosely assemble pipe and fittings
assemble and install the unit, plus this manual. from the main water pipe (or from the bypass valves
installed in Step 4), to the inlet and outlet copper tubes,
Thoroughly check the EcoWater Systems conditioner for installed in Step 2b.
possible shipping damage and parts loss. Also inspect
and note any damage to the shipping carton. Notify the Be sure hard water supply pipe goes to the valve
transportation company if damage is present. EcoWater inlet side. Trace the water flow direction to be sure.
Systems is not responsible for in-transit damages.
Remove and discard (RECYCLE) all packing materials. 6. CONNECT INLET & OUTLET PLUMBING
We suggest you keep the small parts in the bag(s) until a. SOLDERED COPPER
you are ready to use them. Minimal assembly is needed
on all two tank models. (1) Thoroughly clean and flux all joints.
(2) Pull the plastic “C'' clips and remove the inlet and
2. INSTALL BYPASS VALVE and/or COP- outlet tubes from the valve. Remove o-rings from the
tubes. DO NOT solder with tubes in the valve.
PER TUBES Soldering heat will damage the valve.
a. If installing an EcoWater Systems Bypass Valve, NOTE: If installing a ground as shown in Figure 4A,
put lubricated o-ring seals onto both bypass valve ports place ground clamps on copper tubes before soldering
(See Figure 3B). Carefully slide the bypass valve into (See Step 7a).
the softener valve and install the "C" clips. (3) Make all solder connections. Be sure to keep fit-
b. Slide a lubricated o-ring seal onto each of the copper tings fully together, and pipes square and straight.
tubes. Carefully insert the copper tubes into the bypass continued
valve (See Figure 3B), or into
the softener valve (Figures 3 &
3A). Then install the “C'' clips. A. turbine
clip support
NOTE: For lubrication, use sili- clip (2)
cone grease approved for
copper tube (2)
potable water supplies.
3. TURN OFF WATER

SUPPLY copper
o--ring
tube
a. Close the main water supply VALVE INLET
valve near the well pump or B.
copper
water meter. Bypass tube (2)
b. Shut off the electric or fuel o--ring (2) Valve
o--ring (2)
Installation
supply to the water heater. turbine
support
c. Open high and low faucets to
drain all water from the house
pipes.
FIG. 3
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b. THREADED PIPE 8. INSTALL VALVE DRAIN HOSE

(1) Apply pipe joint compound to all outside pipe
NOTE: See valve drain options on Page 4.
threads.
a. Elevating the drain hose may cause back pressure
(2) Tighten all threaded joints.
that could reduce the brine draw during recharge. If
(3) If soldering to the inlet and outlet tubes, observe raising the drain line overhead is required to get to the
Step 6a above. drain point, measure the inlet water pressure to the sof-
c. CPVC PLASTIC PIPE tener first. For inlet pressures between 20 and 50 psi,
do not raise higher than 8 feet above the floor. For inlet
(1) Clean, prime and cement all joints, following the pressure above 50 psi, the drain line may be raised to a
manufacturer's instructions supplied with the plastic maximum height of 14 feet.
pipe and fittings.
b. Connect a length of 1/2" I.D. hose (check codes) to
(2) If soldering to the inlet and outlet tubes, observe the valve drain elbow, on the controller. Use a hose
step 6a above. clamp to hold the hose in place. Route the hose out
through the notch in the back of the top cover.
7. COLD WATER PIPE GROUNDING c. Run the hose to the floor drain, and as typically
The house cold water pipe (metal only) is often used as shown in Figure 1, tie or wire the end to a brick or other
a ground for the house electrical system. The 3-valve heavy object. This will prevent “whipping” during
bypass type of installation, shown in Figure 1, will main- recharges. Be sure to provide a 1-1/2" minimum air
tain ground continuity. If you use the plastic bypass, gap, to prevent possible sewer water backup.
continuity is broken. To restore the ground, do either
step 7a or 7b following. 9. INSTALL BRINE TANK OVERFLOW HOSE
a. Use the included ground clamp kit (included) to make a. Connect a length of 1/2" I. D. hose to the brine tank
a jumper across the inlet and outlet copper tubes (See overflow elbow and secure in place with a hose clamp.
Figure 4A).
b. Run the hose to the floor drain, or other suitable
b. Install a #4 copper wire across the removed section drain point no higher than the drain fitting on the
of main water pipe, securely clamping at both ends tank. If the tank overfills with water, the excess water
(See Figure 4B) – parts not included. flows to the drain point.
10. On Two-tank models, connect the brine tub-

ing to the nozzle and venturi housing.
A 3 -- Valve Bypass
BYPASS
nozzle & OUTLET VALVE INLET
venturi VALVE VALVE
EcoWater Systems
ground Bypass Valve
clamp o--ring
brine from conditioner
elbow tubing PULL OUT to conditioner
nut--ferrule for service
D for SERVICE:
screen - Open the inlet and outlet
valves.
B ground wire
- Close the bypass valve.
Note: To ease brine tubing con-
nection, use the elbow and o--ring
seal as shown. Lubricate the o-- D for BYPASS:
PUSH IN - Close the inlet and outlet
ring and insert into the elbow. Turn
the elbow on and tighten. Then, for bypass valves.
clamp (2)
back--off up to one turn, as need- - Open the bypass valve.
ed.
FIG. 4 FIG. 5 FIG. 6
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11. PRESSURE TESTING FOR LEAKS a. Remove the brinewell cover and pour about 1-1/2 oz.
(2 to 3 tablespoons) of common household bleach into
To prevent excessive air pressure in the EcoWater the softener brinewell. Clorox, Linco, Bo Peep, White
Systems conditioner and plumbing system, do the Sail, Eagle, etc., are brand names of bleach readily
following steps EXACTLY in order: available. Replace the brinewell cover.
a. Fully open two or more conditioned cold water b. The final step in the sanitizing procedure is done as
faucets nearby the EcoWater Systems conditioner. you complete the following steps, including electronic
b. Place the bypass valve(s) in bypass position (See controller programming on page 8.
Figure 6).
c. Fully open the main water supply valve. Watch until 14. CONNECT TRANSFORMER
the flow from the opened faucets becomes steady, with
no spurting or air bubbles. Plug the transformer into a continuously “live,” ground-
ed, 120V, 60Hz house electrical outlet, in a dry location
d. EXACTLY as follows, place bypass valve(s) into and approved by local codes. The unit works on 24V
service: only. Do not connect without the transformer.
(1) SINGLE BYPASS VALVE: Slowly move the valve
stem toward service position, pausing serveral times 15. PROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC CON-
to allow the unit to pressurize slowly.
TROLLER
(2) 3-VALVE BYPASS: Fully close the bypass valve
and open the outlet valve. Slowly open the inlet Follow the Setup Procedure on Page 8 to program the
valve, pausing serveral times to allow the unit to pres- electronic controller with basic operating information,
surize slowly. such as time and water hardness. After completing
e. After about three minutes, open a hot water faucet Steps 1 through 14 of the setup procedure on Page 8,
for one minute, or until all air is expelled, then close. continue with Step 16 below.
f. Close all cold water faucets and check your plumbing

work for leaks. 16. START A RECHARGE
From the rolling status screens, press the SELECT ()
12. ADD WATER AND SALT TO THE BRINE button to display the Main menu. Make sure
TANK Recharge is highlighted, then press SELECT ().
Press DOWN () to scroll to Recharge Now, then
a. Using a pail or garden hose, add about 3 gallons of
press SELECT () twice. You should hear the valve
water into the brine tank. DO NOT pour into the
motor run as the EcoWater Systems conditioner begins
brinewell.
recharging. This recharge draws the sanitizing bleach
b. Add salt to the brine tank. It is recommended to fill into and through the conditioner. Any air remaining in
the brine tank no more than 1/2 full. Level the salt the unit is purged to the drain.
when finished adding. You can use most water condi-
tioner salts, but it must be clean. Recommended
17. RESTART THE WATER HEATER
nugget, pellet or coarse solar salts have less than 1%
impurities. Salt storage capacity is shown on page 38. Turn on the electric or fuel supply to the water heater,
and light the pilot, if applies.
NOTE: See page 31 for additional information on salt.
NOTE: The water heater is filled with hard water and,
13. SANITIZING THE ECOWATER SYSTEMS as hot water is used, it refills with conditioned water. In
CONDITIONER a few days, the hot water will be fully conditioned. To
have fully conditioned hot water immediately, wait until
Care is taken at the factory to keep your EcoWater the recharge (Step 16) is complete, then drain the water
System conditioner clean and sanitary. However, dur- heater until water runs cold.
ing shipping, storage, installing and operating, bacteria
could get into the unit. For this reason, sanitizing as 18. CONNECT TO THE REMOTE
follows is suggested* when installing.
continued Unpack the remote and install the batteries, as detailed
on Page 22. Then, follow the “Connecting to Remote”
*Recommended by the Water Quality Association. On some procedure on Page 10.
water supplies, the EcoWater System Unit may need periodic
disinfecting.
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ECOWATER Conditioner Operation
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Display LEFT UP RIGHT ric in Step 3, the clock will be in 24-hour format.
Button Button Button 6. Press the SELECT () button.
FIG. 11
7. HARDNESS Press the UP () or DOWN () but-
E.A.S.E. SELECT DOWN tons to set the value of your water’s hardness (See
Port Button Button FIG. 7 Figure 11).
NOTE: Do not increase the hardness setting to
SETUP PROCEDURE compensate for iron in your water. The
When the EcoWater Systems softener is plugged in for electronic control compensates automatically
the first time, a beep sounds and the display briefly after you set the iron level in Step 11, below.
shows a logo, followed by model information. Next, a 8. Press the SELECT () button.
series of six “wizard” screens prompts you to enter
basic operating information:
FIG. 12
FIG. 8 9. SALT LEVEL Press the UP () or DOWN () but-
tons to set the salt level (See Figure 12). It should
1. LANGUAGE If the desired language already has a match the lowest number visible on the brinewell
black dot next to it (See Figure 8), go to Step 2. decal above the salt.
Otherwise, press the softener’s DOWN () or UP
10. Press the SELECT () button.
() buttons to scroll to the desired language, then
press the SELECT () button to choose it.
2. Press the SELECT () button to advance to the next
“wizard” screen.
FIG. 13
11. IRON LEVEL Press the UP () or DOWN () but-
tons to set the value for iron in your water (See
FIG. 9 Figure 13).
3. SYSTEM UNITS If the desired system already has a 12. Press the SELECT () button. The screen will
black dot next to it (See Figure 9), go to Step 4. show “Setup complete!” (See Figure 14).
Otherwise, press the DOWN () or UP () buttons
to scroll to the desired system, then press the
SELECT () button to choose it.
4. Press the SELECT () button.
FIG. 14
13. If, at this point, you want to go back and make
changes, press the DOWN () button to scroll to
Redo setup, then press the SELECT () button
FIG. 10 twice to repeat the six “wizard” screens.
5. CURRENT TIME Press the DOWN () or UP () 14. If no changes are desired, make sure Run softener
buttons to set the current time (See Figure 10). Hold has a black dot next to it (See Figure 14) and press
the button down to rapidly advance. Be sure that AM the SELECT () button. The softener begins nor-
or PM is correct. If the system units were set to met- mal operation, described on the next page.
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SOFTENER STATUS SCREENS MAIN MENU

During normal operation, the EcoWater Systems soften-
er’s display shows up to four status screens (Page 14
explains how individual screens can be turned on or
off). Each is shown for six seconds, in a rolling
sequence (See Figure 15). FIG. 16
During normal operation (status screens rolling), press
the softener’s SELECT () button to display the Main
menu (See Figure 16). This menu and its subsidiary
* screens are used to control these softener operations:
Recharge (See Page 12)
Salt settings
Salt level (See Page 11)
Low salt alarm (See Page 11)
Salt type (See Page 11)
Basic settings
Current time (See Page 12)
Hardness (See Page 13)
Iron level (See Page 13)
*Water remaining before the next recharge. Recharge time (See Page 13)
FIG. 15 Rolling screens (See Page 14)
User preferences
Pressing the softener’s RIGHT () button manually
Language (See Page 14)
advances to the next screen in the sequence. Pressing Time format (See Page 15)
the LEFT () button manually returns to the previous Volume units (See Page 15)
status screen. If no buttons are pressed for 30 sec- Hardness units (See Page 15)
onds, the automatic rolling sequence resumes. Weight units (See Page 15)
System information
Model information (See Page 16)
OTHER MESSAGES, ALERTS &
Water available (See Page 16)
REMINDERS Daily avg. water used (See Page 16)
The softener status screens described above will not be Water used today (See Page 16)
displayed in a rolling sequence when one of the follow- Total water used (See Page 16)
Current water flow (See Page 16)
ing items is displayed:
Days powered up (See Page 16)
Recharge status (Displayed during recharges, Last recharge (See Page 16)
showing valve position and time remaining) Total recharges (See Page 16)
Add salt or Out of salt (See Page 31) Advanced settings
Current time setting screen instead of status Cycle times
screens indicates time has been lost, perhaps after Backwash time (See Page 17)
a long power loss. Set the time (See Page 12). 2nd backwash (See Page 17)
Service reminder (See Page 20) 2nd backwash time (See Page 17)
Error detected (Contact your dealer for service) Fast rinse time (See Page 17)
Special features
Efficiency mode (See Page 18)
FLASHING BACKLIGHT Max. days between recharges (See Page 18)
Auxiliary control (See Page 19)
The softener’s display is backlit to make it easy to read. Chemical feed volume** (See Page 19)
The backlight will flash on and off when one or more of Chemical feed timer** (See Page 19)
the following conditions occurs: 97% feature (See Page 18)
Salt needs to be added Service reminder (See Page 20)
Time needs to be set (Time has been lost) Troubleshooting
Send E.A.S.E. message (See Page 20)
Service is overdue (Service reminder)
Diagnostics (See Page 21)
Error condition
Setup changes (See Page 21)
The flashing will stop after any key is pressed. Connect to remote (See Page 10)
However, it will start again at Midnight if the underlying
**Only displayed if Auxiliary control is set to Chemical feed.
condition (e.g. low salt level) has not been addressed.
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S Y S T E M S
CONNECTING TO REMOTE
When the softener’s electronic control is first powered 10. Within a few seconds the screen should change to
up, it is not yet in communication with the remote. Do show “Remote found” (See Figure 20). If, after
the following to establish a link between the two: about one minute, the softener’s screen instead
1. This procedure involves pushing buttons on both the reads “New remote not found,” press the softener’s
softener and remote, so have the remote near the SELECT () button to return to the screen in Figure
softener for now. Make sure the remote is powered 18 and press the remote’s LEFT () button to
up (See “Installing Batteries” on Page 22). return to the screen in Figure 96. Then repeat this
procedure from Step 8. If the remote is not found
2. From any of the rolling status screens, press the soft-
after several tries, contact your dealer for service.
ener’s SELECT () button to display the Main Take note of the message on the remote’s screen
menu.
after an unsuccessful attempt, as it indicates the
3. Press the softener’s DOWN () button to scroll nature of the problem.
through the menu options until Advanced settings is
highlighted (See Figure 17).
FIG. 20
FIG. 17 11. Press the softener’s SELECT () button. The dis-
play will go back to the Advanced settings menu
4. Press the softener’s SELECT () button to display (Figure 18).
the Advanced settings menu (See Figure 18).
12. Press the softener’s LEFT () button twice to
return to the rolling status screens.
FIG. 18
5. Press the softener’s DOWN () button to scroll
through the menu options until Connect to remote is
highlighted.
LONG DISPLAY SCREEN MESSAGES
6. If the remote does not already show a menu screen,
press the remote’s SELECT () button to display a Most messages in the softener’s display screens are
Menu screen. (See Figure 95 on Page 24). short enough to be shown as a single line. Longer
7. Press the remote’s DOWN () button to scroll messages will be truncated (See Figure 21 for an
through the menu options until Add new device is example) until you highlight them.
highlighted in a box (See Figure 96).
8. Press the remote’s SELECT () button, and the
“Waiting for new device...” screen appears (See
Figure 97). The remote waits two minutes for the
softener to be activated (in the next step).
FIG. 21
9. Make sure the softener’s display still shows the
screen in Figure 18. Press the softener’s SELECT One second after being highlighted, the viewing box
() button to display the “Looking for remote” screen expands (See Figure 22) to show the entire message.
(See Figure 19). After three seconds the view resets (Figure 21).
continued
FIG. 19 FIG. 22
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SETTING SALT LEVEL LOW SALT ALARM

Use this feature when adding salt to the softener. Use this feature to program when the electronic control
will display a low salt alarm. The number of days can
Procedure for Cabinet Models
be customized, or the feature can be turned off. The
1. When the softener is displaying the rolling status default is 30 days.
screens, open the salt lid. The tank light turns on
and the Salt level screen appears (See Figure 23). 1-3. Go to the Salt settings menu by following Steps 1-
3 in “Procedure for Two-tank Models” at left.
4. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
menu options until Low salt alarm is highlighted.
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Low salt
alarm screen (See Figure 26).
FIG. 23
2. After adding and leveling salt, observe the numbered
decal on the brinewell. Press UP () or DOWN ()
to change the salt level to match the lowest number
visible on the brinewell decal above the salt. FIG. 26
3. Close the salt lid. The tank light turns off and the dis-
play goes back to the rolling status screens. 6. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to change
the number of days. Set the number of days to pro-
Procedure for Two-tank Models vide enough time to purchase salt and avoid running
1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the into hard water. Setting the number of days below 1
SELECT () button to display the Main menu. turns the alarm feature off.
2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the 7. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go
menu options until Salt settings is highlighted (See back to the Salt settings menu.
Figure 24). 8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the
rolling status screens.
SETTING SALT TYPE

FIG. 24 Use this feature to program the electronic control with
which type of salt is used. The default is NaCl.
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the Salt set- 1-3. Go to the Salt settings menu by following Steps 1-
tings menu (See Figure 25). 3 in “Procedure for Two-tank Models” at left.
menu options until Salt type is highlighted.
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Salt type
menu (See Figure 27).
FIG. 25
4. Make sure Salt level is highlighted.
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Salt
level screen (See Figure 23). This screen will not
FIG. 27
automatically exit for 15 minutes.
6. After adding and leveling salt, observe the numbered 6. If the desired salt type already has a black dot next
decal on the brinewell. Press UP () or DOWN () to it (See Figure 27), go to Step 7. Otherwise, press
to change the salt level to match the lowest number the softener’s DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll
visible on the brinewell decal above the salt. to the other salt type, then press SELECT () to
7. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go choose it.
back to the Salt settings menu (Figure 25). 7. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go
8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the back to the Salt settings menu.
rolling status screens. It will also exit automatically if 8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the
no buttons are pressed for four minutes. rolling status screens.
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RECHARGING THE SOFTENER SETTING THE CURRENT TIME

This feature may be used to assure an adequate supply When the softener’s electronic control is first powered
of softened water at times of unusually high water use. up, a “wizard” screen prompts you to set the current
For example, if you have guests and the “Water avail- time (See Page 8). To change the time at a later date,
able” screen (See Page 16) is at or below 50%, you such as after a long power loss:
could deplete softened water capacity before the next 1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the
automatic recharge. Initiating a manual recharge will SELECT () button to display the Main menu.
restore 100% softened water capacity after complete.
1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the menu options until Basic settings is highlighted
SELECT () button to display the Main menu. (See Figure 31).
FIG. 28 FIG. 31
2. Make sure Recharge is highlighted (See Figure 28).
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the Basic
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the settings menu (See Figure 32).
Recharge menu (See Figure 29).
FIG. 32
FIG. 29
4. Make sure Current time is highlighted.
4. If the desired option already has a black dot next to it
(See Figure 29), go to Step 5. Otherwise, press the 5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Current
DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to the desired time screen (See Figure 33).
option, then press SELECT () to choose it.
Automatic cancels a manually scheduled recharge
(if it has not already begun) and lets the electronic
control determine when to recharge next.
Recharge now begins a recharge immediately
after the SELECT () button is pushed again in Step
FIG. 33
5.
Schedule sets a recharge to begin at the preset 6. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to change
recharge time (set according to the instructions on the time. Hold the button down to rapidly advance.
Page 13). Be sure that AM or PM is correct (unless softener is
set for a 24-hour clock).
5. Press the SELECT () button. If Recharge now is
selected, the display immediately goes to the 7. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go
Recharge status screen (See Figure 30). If back to the Basic settings menu (Figure 32).
Automatic or Schedule are selected, the display 8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the
goes back to the Main menu (Figure 28). rolling status screens.
FIG. 30
6. Press the LEFT () button (twice from the Recharge
status screen) to return to the rolling status screens.
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SETTING RECHARGE TIME SETTING HARDNESS

When the softener’s electronic control is first powered When the softener’s electronic control is first powered
up, the default time for starting an automatic recharge is up, a “wizard” screen prompts you to enter your water’s
2:00 a.m. This is a good time in most households hardness (See Page 8). To change it:
because water is not being used. To change this time: 1-3. Go to the Basic settings menu by following Steps
1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the 1-3 in “Setting Recharge Time” at left.
SELECT () button to display the Main menu. 4. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the menu options until Hardness is highlighted.
menu options until Basic settings is highlighted 5. Press the SELECT () button to display the
(See Figure 34). Hardness screen (See Figure 37).
FIG. 34 FIG. 37
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the Basic 6. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to set the
settings menu (See Figure 35). value for your water’s hardness. Hold the button
down to rapidly advance.
NOTE: Do not increase the hardness setting to
compensate for iron in your water. The
electronic control compensates automatically
after you set the iron level, below.
FIG. 35
7. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go
4. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the back to the Basic settings menu.
menu options until Recharge time is highlighted. 8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the
Recharge time screen (See Figure 36).
SETTING IRON LEVEL
When the softener’s electronic control is first powered
up, a “wizard” screen prompts you to enter your water’s
iron level (See Page 8). To change it:
1-3. Go to the Basic settings menu by following Steps
FIG. 36 1-3 in “Setting Recharge Time” at left.
6. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to change menu options until Iron level is highlighted.
the recharge time in 1 hour increments. Hold the
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Iron
button down to rapidly advance. Be sure that AM or
level screen (See Figure 38).
PM is correct (unless softener is set for a 24-hour
clock).
back to the Basic settings menu (Figure 35).
8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the
rolling status screens. FIG. 38
6. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to set the
value for iron in your water. Hold the button down to
rapidly advance.
back to the Basic settings menu.
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MODIFYING ROLLING SCREENS SETTING THE LANGUAGE

During normal softener operation, four status screens When the softener’s electronic control is first powered
are shown in sequence (See “Softener Status Screens” up, a “wizard” screen prompts you to set the language
on Page 9). When the softener’s electronic control is (See Page 8). Language is set independently on the
first powered up, the default is to show all four. You softener and remote (See Page 26 to set the remote’s
can turn on/off individual screens*: language). To change the softener’s language:
1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the 1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the
SELECT () button to display the Main menu. SELECT () button to display the Main menu.
2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the 2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
menu options until Basic settings is highlighted menu options until User preferences is highlighted
(See Figure 39). (See Figure 42).
FIG. 39 FIG. 42
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the Basic 3. Press the SELECT () button to display the User
settings menu (See Figure 40). preferences menu (See Figure 43).
FIG. 43
FIG. 40
4. Make sure Language is highlighted.
4. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the 5. Press the SELECT () button to display the
menu options until Rolling screens is highlighted. Language menu (See Figure 44).
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Rolling
screens menu (See Figure 41).
FIG. 44
6. If the desired language already has a black dot next
FIG. 41
to it (See Figure 44), go to Step 7. Otherwise, press
6. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to the
through the list. Items with a black square next to desired language, then press SELECT () to choose
them will be displayed during normal operation. it. The choices are: English, Spanish, French, Italian,
7. To un-select a screen, make sure its name is high- German, Dutch, Polish, Russian, Hungarian, Turkish,
lighted in a box. Then press the SELECT () button. Lithuanian, Greek or Romanian.
The black square will disappear. Pressing SELECT 7. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go
() again makes the black square reappear and re- back to the User preferences menu (Figure 43).
selects the highlighted item. At least one screen 8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the
must be selected/highlighted. rolling status screens.
8. When selections are complete, exit this menu by
TO SET THE SOFTENER TO ENGLISH
pressing the LEFT () button. The display will go IF ANOTHER LANGUAGE IS DISPLAYED:
back to the Basic settings menu (Figure 40).
9. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the From the rolling status screens, press SELECT ().
rolling status screens. Press DOWN () three times, then press SELECT
*This does not include service reminders, errors, alerts or () twice. Press UP () to scroll to English at the
Recharge status screens. top of the list, then press SELECT () twice. Press
LEFT () twice to exit all menus.
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SETTING TIME FORMAT SETTING HARDNESS UNITS

Use this feature to select a 12-hour (AM/PM) or 24-hour Use this feature to select grains or parts per million
clock. (ppm) as hardness units.
1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the 1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the
SELECT () button to display the Main menu. SELECT () button to display the Main menu.
menu options until User preferences is highlighted. menu options until User preferences is highlighted.
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the User 3. Press the SELECT () button to display the User
preferences menu. preferences menu.
menu options until Time format is highlighted. menu options until Hardness units is highlighted.
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Time 5. Press the SELECT () button to display the
format menu (See Figure 45). Hardness units menu (See Figure 47).
FIG. 45 FIG. 47
6. If the desired time format already has a black dot 6. If the desired hardness unit already has a black dot
next to it (See Figure 45), go to Step 7. Otherwise, next to it (See Figure 47), go to Step 7. Otherwise,
press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to
the other time format, then press SELECT () to the other hardness unit, then press SELECT () to
choose it. choose it.
7. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go 7. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go
back to the User preferences menu. back to the User preferences menu.
8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the 8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the
rolling status screens. rolling status screens.
SETTING VOLUME UNITS SETTING WEIGHT UNITS

Use this feature to select gallons or liters as volume Use this feature to select pounds or kilograms as
units. weight units.
1-3. Go to the User preferences menu by following 1-3. Go to the User preferences menu by following
Steps 1-3 in “Setting Time Format” above. Steps 1-3 in “Setting Hardness Units” above.
menu options until Volume units is highlighted. menu options until Weight units is highlighted.
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Volume 5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Weight
units menu (See Figure 46). units menu (See Figure 48).
FIG. 46 FIG. 48
6. If the desired volume unit already has a black dot 6. If the desired weight unit already has a black dot next
next to it (See Figure 46), go to Step 7. Otherwise, to it (See Figure 48), go to Step 7. Otherwise, press
press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to the
the other volume unit, then press SELECT () to other weight unit, then press SELECT () to choose
choose it. it.
back to the User preferences menu. back to the User preferences menu.
8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the 8. Press the LEFT () button twice to return to the
rolling status screens. rolling status screens.
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SYSTEM INFORMATION
Use these features to look up the following information
about the softener and its operations:
Model information (model number and software
version) FIG. 51
Water available (softened water ready for use)
Daily average water used
Water used today
Total water used (explained in Step 6, below)
Current water flow
Days powered up
FIG. 52
Last recharge
Total recharges
To display one of these screens:

1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the
SELECT () button to display the Main menu.
FIG. 53
menu options until System information is highlight-
ed (See Figure 49).
FIG. 54
FIG. 49
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the System
information menu (See Figure 50).
FIG. 55
FIG. 50
FIG. 56
menu options until the desired option is highlighted
(See list at the top of this column).
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the desired
information screen (See Figures 51-59).
6. The Total water used screen (See Figure 55) shows FIG. 57
the volume of water used since it was last reset (it
works like the trip odometer in a car). To reset the
value to 0, press the RIGHT () button while this
screen is displayed.
7. When finished viewing an information screen, press
the SELECT () button. The display will go back to FIG. 58
the System information menu (Figure 50). It will also
exit automatically if no buttons are pressed for four
minutes.
FIG. 59
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CYCLE TIMES
8a. Backwash time: Press the UP () or DOWN
Use these features to change the following softener () buttons to change the backwash time.
operations: Hold the button down to rapidly advance. The
Backwash time backwash time can be set from 1 to 30 min-
Second backwash (turn on or off) utes* (See Figure 63).
Second backwash time
Fast rinse time
To display these screens:

SELECT () button to display the Main menu. FIG. 63
menu options until Advanced settings is highlighted 8b. Second backwash: If the desired option
(See Figure 60). already has a black dot next to it (See Figure
64), go to Step 9. Otherwise, press the DOWN
() or UP () buttons to scroll to the other
Setting this feature On adds a second back-
wash and rinse at the beginning of the recharge
FIG. 60 cycle. Default is Off. Set this feature On if your
water supply contains a lot of sediment or iron.
Advanced settings menu (See Figure 61).
FIG. 64
FIG. 61
8c. Second backwash time: Press the UP () or
4. Make sure Cycle times is highlighted. DOWN () buttons to change the second back-
wash time. Hold the button down to rapidly
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Cycle
advance. The time can be set from 1 to 30
times menu (See Figure 62).
minutes (See Figure 65).
FIG. 62 FIG. 65
8d. Fast rinse time: Press the UP () or DOWN
menu options until the desired option is highlighted
() buttons to change the fast rinse time. Hold
the button down to rapidly advance. The fast
7. Press the SELECT () button to display the desired rinse time can be set from 1 to 30 minutes*
information screen (See Figures 63-66). (See Figure 66).
8. See the right column on this page for specific
instructions on each cycle time screen.
back to the Cycle times menu (Figure 62).
10. Press the LEFT () button three times to return to FIG. 66
the rolling status screens.
*Reducing the backwash and fast rinse times below a
softener model’s default settings can result in salty water
after recharges.
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SPECIAL FEATURES
Use these features to change the following operations: 8a. Efficiency mode: If the desired efficiency
Efficiency mode mode already has a black dot next to it (See
Maximum days between recharges Figure 70), go to Step 9. Otherwise, press the
Auxiliary control (described on Page 19) DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to the
Chemical feed volume* (described on Page 19) desired efficiency mode, then press SELECT
Chemical feed timer* (described on Page 19) () to choose it.
97% feature Salt efficient limits available salt doses to
Service reminder (described on Page 20) maintain 4000 grains/lb. of salt efficiency.
To display one these screens: Units may recharge more frequently.
Auto adjusting is the default. It automati-
cally adjusts salt doses to target a 3-4 day
interval between recharges. Recommended.
High capacity is for applications where very
menu options until Advanced settings is highlighted
low “bleed” (less than 1.5 ppm) of hardness
(See Figure 67).
can be tolerated. Such applications include
water for boilers. This setting will consume
higher quantities of salt.
FIG. 67
Advanced settings menu (See Figure 68). FIG. 70
8b. Maximum days between recharges: Press

the UP () or DOWN () buttons to change
the number of days (See Figure 71). The fea-
ture can be set from 1 to 15 days. Setting the
FIG. 68 number of days below 1 turns the feature off
and defaults to automatic control of recharging.
menu options until Special features is highlighted.
5. Press the SELECT () button to display the Special
features menu (See Figure 69).
FIG. 71
8c. 97% feature: If the desired option already has

a black dot next to it (See Figure 72), go to
FIG. 69 Step 9. Otherwise, press the DOWN () or
UP () buttons to scroll to the other option,
menu options until the desired option is highlighted then press SELECT () to choose it. If this
feature is On, the softener will automatically
recharge when 97% of capacity is used, at any
7. Press the SELECT () button to display the desired time of day. Default is Off.
information screen (See Figures 70-72).
8. See the right column on this page for specific
instructions on each cycle time screen.
back to the Special features menu (Figure 69).
10. Press the LEFT () button three times to return to FIG. 72
*Only displayed if Auxiliary control is set to Chemical feed.
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AUXILIARY CONTROL
The electronic control has an auxiliary output which can
control external devices in a water treatment system.
The signal is 24V AC, current draw 800 mA maximum.
The Auxiliary Output terminals are located on the elec- FIG. 74
tronic control board (See Schematic on Page 37).
For more details on the use of auxiliary controlled CHEMICAL FEED
equipment in water treatment systems, consult the
EcoWater Systems “Problem Water Guide.” If the auxiliary control mode has been set to Chemical
To select an auxiliary control mode: feed, as described in the previous section, two addition-
al lines (Chemical feed volume and Chemical feed
1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the timer) will appear on the Special features menu.
To set these values:
menu options until Advanced settings is highlighted. 1. From any of the rolling status screens, press the
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the SELECT () button to display the Main menu.
Advanced settings menu. 2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
menu options until Advanced settings is highlighted.
menu options until Special features is highlighted.
Advanced settings menu.
features menu (See Figure 73). menu options until Special features is highlighted.
menu options until Chemical feed volume or
Chemical feed timer is highlighted.
FIG. 73 7. Press the SELECT () button to display the
Chemical feed volume or Chemical feed timer menu
menu options until Auxiliary control is highlighted. (See Figures 75 & 76).
7. Press the SELECT () button to display the Auxiliary
control menu (See Figure 74).
8. If the desired option already has a black dot next to it
(See Figure 74), go to Step 9. Otherwise, press the
DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to the desired FIG. 75
Off is the default.
Chlorine can be used to drive a chlorine generator,
which produces chlorine, as brine water passes
through it, to sanitize the resin during recharges.
Bypass turns 24V AC on during the brine, back- FIG. 76
wash and fast rinse portions of the cycle (when the
softener’s valve is in bypass and hard water is 8. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to change
being supplied to the house). the value. Hold the button down to rapidly advance.
Chemical feed can be used to run a chemical feed Chemical feed volume is the amount of water
pump. If chosen, the chemical feed volume and which will pass through the softener between each
timer must be set, as detailed at right) activation of the chemical feed equipment.
Water use turns 24V AC on when the softener’s Chemical feed timer is how long the output to the
turbine indicates water flow. Could be used to chemical feed equipment is energized each time it
drive an air pump for iron or sulfur oxidation. is activated.
back to the Special features menu (Figure 73). back to the Special features menu (Figure 73).
10. Press the LEFT () button three times to return to 10. Press the LEFT () button three times to return to
the rolling status screens. the rolling status screens.
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SERVICE REMINDER SEND E.A.S.E. MESSAGE

Use this feature to program the number of months (up With E.A.S.E. (Electronic Automated Service
to 24) before a “Service overdue” message will appear Evaluation), a homeowner or service technician can
instead of the rolling status screens (See Figure 77). transmit operational data via a telephone for diagnostic
This message also appears on the remote. purposes. Ask your participating EcoWater Systems
dealer for more information.
To send an E.A.S.E. message:
FIG. 77 2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
This will be a reminder to call your dealer for service. 3. Press the SELECT () button to display the
Once it has been programmed, this screen displays the Advanced settings menu (See Figure 80).
number of months and days left until the service
reminder.
2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the FIG. 80
3. Press the SELECT () button to display the 4. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
Advanced settings menu. menu options until Troubleshooting is highlighted.
4. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the 5. Press the SELECT () button to display the
menu options until Special features is highlighted. Troubleshooting menu (See Figure 81).
FIG. 81
FIG. 78 6. Make sure Send EASE message is highlighted.

7. With the phone ready, press the SELECT () button
6. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the to display the Send EASE message screen and
menu options until Service reminder is highlighted. begin transmission.
7. Press the SELECT () button to display the Service 8. Hold the phone’s receiver an inch or two above the
reminder screen (See Figure 79). E.A.S.E. port on the softener’s faceplate (See Figure
7 on Page 8). Maintain the receiver steadily in this
position during the entire transmission.
FIG. 79
8. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to set the FIG. 82

number of months until the service reminder
appears. Repeatedly pressing the DOWN () but- 9. A bar is displayed showing the transmission’s
ton until the display reads “Off” turns this feature off progress (See Figure 82). Once completed, the
and zeros the number of months and days. Troubleshooting screen immediately reappears
9. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go (Figure 81).
back to the Special features menu (Figure 78). 10. Press the LEFT () button three times to return to
10. Press the LEFT () button three times to return to the rolling status screens.
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DIAGNOSTICS
This feature allows a service technician to check the 10. When finished viewing the Diagnostics screen,
operating state of individual components in the softener press the SELECT () button. The display will go
(e.g. valve position) to troubleshoot problems. If an back to the Troubleshooting menu.
error code is displayed in place of the rolling status 11. Press the LEFT () button three times to return to
screens, call your dealer for service. the rolling status screens (or error code screen if an
To view the Diagnostics screen: error condition exists).
1. If an error code is displayed, skip Steps 2-7 and go
directly to Step 8.
2. To display the Diagnostics screen from any of the
rolling status screens (when an error code is not dis-
played), press the SELECT () button to display the
Main menu.
3. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the SETUP CHANGES
4. Press the SELECT () button to display the This feature allows a service technician to repeat the
Advanced settings menu. setup procedure (See Page 8) or restore the softener’s
5. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the default operating values.
menu options until Troubleshooting is highlighted.
Troubleshooting menu (See Figure 83).
Advanced settings menu.
menu options until Troubleshooting is highlighted.
FIG. 83 5. Press the SELECT () button to display the
Troubleshooting menu (See Figure 83).
menu options until Diagnostics is highlighted. 6. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
menu options until Setup changes is highlighted.
Diagnostics screen (See Figure 84). 7. Press the SELECT () button to display the Setup
changes menu (See Figure 85).
FIG. 84
FIG. 85
9. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll
through the list. The following items are displayed: 8. If the desired option already has a black dot next to it
Time (current) (See Figure 85), go to Step 9. Otherwise, press the
Position time (counts down the time remaining in DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll to the desired
the current valve position) option, then press SELECT () to choose it.
Current position (of the valve: service, fill, brine, Redo setup allows you to select a different model
backwash, fast rinse or moving) code (intended to be used for upgrades or retrofits
Requested position (of the valve) of existing softeners). Model codes are listed on
Motor state (on or off) Page 39.
Valve position switch (open or closed) Restore defaults will reset all customizable set-
Turbine count (if changing, indicates water flow) tings to their default values and take you through
Tank light switch (open or closed) the “wizard” screen setup procedure (See Page 8).
RF module (detected or not) Cancel will return to the Troubleshooting menu
Error code (call for service if a number is dis- (Figure 83).
played) 9. Press the SELECT () button.
continued
21
ECOWATER Remote Unpacking & Installation
S Y S T E M S
UNPACKING INSTALLING THE SUPPORT

The EcoWater Systems HydroLink™ remote is shipped The EcoWater Systems HydroLink™ remote is shipped
from the factory in one carton. Thoroughly check for with a teardrop-shaped support to hold the unit at an
possible shipping damage and parts loss. Also note angle when placed on a horizontal surface.
any damage to the shipping carton. Notify the trans- 1. Snap one of the support’s two tabs into the rectangu-
portation company if damage is present. EcoWater lar slot on the back of the remote’s case (See Figure
Systems is not responsible for in-transit damages. 88).
Remove and discard (RECYCLE) all packing materials.
Support
has 2 tabs
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH SHIPMENT
Slot in
3 Batteries battery cover
Support
(AA size)
FIG. 88
2. The angle may be adjusted by reorienting the sup-
port in the battery cover (See Figure 89).
Remote (including
Battery Cover) FIG. 86
INSTALLING BATTERIES
1. Remove the battery cover from the back of the FIG. 89
remote.
2. Install three (3) AA size batteries, making sure that
they are oriented to match the and – markings
inside the battery compartment (See Figure 87). OPTIONAL WALL MOUNTING
3. Snap the battery cover back in place.
The EcoWater Systems HydroLink™ remote (without
the support) may also be mounted on a wall. If this
Battery option is desired, install two fasteners (not included) at
Cover a convenient height, spaced 6-1/8” (156 mm) apart
(See Figure 90).
6-1/8”
(156 mm)
3 Batteries
(AA size)
FIG. 87 FIG. 90
NOTE: When replacing batteries in a remote that was

previously connected to a softener, it is not nec-
essary to reconnect the remote and softener.
22
ECOWATER Remote Introduction
S Y S T E M S
Drinking NAVIGATING THE SCREENS

Water
System 1 When the remote is powered up (by installing the bat-
Water
Remote teries), a logo will briefly appear in the display. Once a
Softener
device has been added, as shown in the procedure on
Page 24, the display will automatically cycle between
screens showing the status of water treatment devices
communicating with the remote. To manually go to the
next screen in the sequence, press the LEFT () or
RIGHT () buttons.
Drinking Drinking
Water
Drinking Water Water
Softener
Water System 1 System 2
status
System 2 status status
FIG. 91 Active Alerts

(if any)
HYDROLINK™ REMOTE FIG. 92
The EcoWater Systems HydroLink™ remote is part of a
wireless system which monitors multiple water treat- Some screens have more information than can be
ment devices in a home. These water treatment shown at one time (for example, the softener status dis-
devices include water softener(s) and drinking water fil- play shown in Figure 93). A down arrow () in the
ter(s) equipped to communicate with this type of system lower right corner indicates that there is more informa-
(See Figure 91). The remote displays, in a convenient, tion below. Use the DOWN () button to scroll through
central location, useful operating information. the additional lines.
Once devices capable of communicating with the sys-
tem have been added to the remote (See “Adding a
Device” on Page 24), the remote’s normal operating
mode displays a sequence of screens showing the sta-
tus of each device in the system (See Figure 92), and FIG. 93
any active alerts, such as “Low salt.”
In addition to monitoring water treatment devices, the
remote can also control some water softener opera- ACTIVE ALERTS
tions, such as initiating a manual recharge.
The status screens described above will not be dis-
played in a rolling sequence when one of the following
HYDROLINK™ COMMUNICATION SYSTEM active alert messages is displayed:
The devices in the system exchange information in a Low salt (See Page 31)
loosely coupled network. AC powered devices, such as Time lost (Set the softener’s clock, as described
softeners, listen for new data all the time and act as on Page 12)
data hubs. Battery powered devices like the remote Service overdue (See Page 20)
check for information at regular intervals. Battery pow- Error code (Contact your dealer for service)
ered devices like drinking water systems do not com-
municate directly with each other or the remote, but
pass along information through AC powered devices. MANUALLY REFRESHING THE DATA
An AC powered device with a transmitter must be part
of any network (usually a water softener). If there has been no button activity for 30 seconds,
It is not necessary for every device in a network to be in pressing any button will refresh the data being dis-
radio range of all others. Information one device com- played. Normally each data element refreshes at a
municates to any other device will be passed along (like much slower rate to conserve battery life.
gossip) to all devices in the network.
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ECOWATER Remote Operation
S Y S T E M S
LEFT UP RIGHT ADDING A DEVICE

Display Button Button Button
To initiate communication between the remote and a
device such as a water softener, it is necessary to add
the device to the remote by doing the following:
1. If no device has been added to the remote, the menu
shown in Figure 95 is displayed instead of status
screens. In this case, skip to step 2. Otherwise, if
status screens are shown, press the remote’s
SELECT () button to display a Menu screen (See
TM
Alert
Figure 95).
Alert SELECT DOWN

LED Button Button FIG. 94
REMOTE MENUS FIG. 95
Startup Menu 2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
menu options until Add new device is highlighted in
Before any devices have been added to the remote, the
a box (See Figure 96).
following menu is displayed:
Display options
Set language (See Page 26)
Network options
Add new device (See Page 24)
Softener Menu FIG. 96

After the softener has been added, the remote will dis-
play a softener status screen as one of the rolling status 3. Press the SELECT () button, and the screen shown
screens. Pressing the remote’s SELECT () button in Figure 97 appears. The remote waits 30 seconds
when the softener status screen is displayed shows the for the device to be activated (following the instruc-
following menu: tions in that device’s manual). For complete instruc-
tions on adding the softener, refer to “Connecting to
Remote Control
Recharge (See Page 27) Remote” on Page 10 of this manual.
Recharge time (See Page 27)
Display options
Display data (See Page 28)
Display order (See Page 29)
Remote control data (See Page 29)
Rename device (See Page 30)
FIG. 97
Set language (See Page 26)
Network options 4. When the remote detects a signal from the device,
Add new device (See Page 24) the display will change to show that it has been
Delete current device (See Page 30)
added to the remote (See Figure 98). If another
RF signal strength (See Page 25)
message appears instead, indicating the device was
Drinking Water Status Menu not added successfully, press the LEFT () button to
If no drinking water system has been added, the remote return to the screen in Figure 96. Repeat Step 3. If
will display a drinking water status screen as one of the this does not work, contact your dealer for service.
rolling status screens. Pressing the remote’s SELECT
() button when the drinking water status screen is dis-
played shows the following menu:
Display options
Drinking water message (See Page 26)
Set language (See Page 26) FIG. 98
Network options
Add new device (See Page 24) 5. To exit this screen, press the LEFT () button or wait
30 seconds for it to exit automatically.
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S Y S T E M S
CHECKING RF SIGNAL STRENGTH

During installation of a system, it is useful to check the To check the signal strength for a particular device:
strength of the signal from a water treatment device. 1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons
As described on Page 23 (HydroLink™ Communication to manually advance to the status screen for the
System), the remote receives direct signals only from device you want to check. The device name will
AC powered devices, such as softeners. Battery-pow- show in the header. (See Figure 99).
ered devices like drinking water systems pass their
information along indirectly, by way of the AC devices.
If you check the signal strength of a device not in direct
communication with the remote, the display will show
the strength of the “weakest link” in the chain of com-
munication to the remote. FIG. 99
Begin by checking the signal strength between the sof-
tener and the remote. If the signal is weak (2 bars or 2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the
less on the display shown in Figure 101), move the device menu.
remote to a different location to try improving the signal 3. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
strength. menu options until RF signal strength is highlighted
When adding additional devices, such as battery-oper- in a box (See Figure 100).
ated drinking water systems (RO), keep in mind that the
signal strength display shows the “weakest link” in the
chain of communications. If the link between the RO
and the softener is weak, move the RO (if possible) to a
location closer to the softener or remove metal objects
between the two. FIG. 100
continued
4. Press the SELECT () button, and the screen shown
in Figure 101 will appear. The more bars that are
filled in black, the stronger the signal. The signal
strength display updates every 15 seconds.
FIG. 101
5. To exit this screen, press the LEFT () button.
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S Y S T E M S
SETTING THE LANGUAGE DRINKING WATER STATUS MESSAGE

Language is set independently on the remote and sof- If a communications-capable drinking water filtration
tener (See Page 14 to set the softener’s language). (RO) system has been added to the remote, it will have
Fewer languages are available on the remote. To its own status screen displayed during normal opera-
change the remote’s language: tion. Otherwise, a drinking water status screen will dis-
1. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display a play a message like the one shown in Figure 105.
Menu screen. If the message displayed is not appropriate to your sys-
2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the tem, change it as follows:
menu options until Set language is highlighted in a
1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons
box (See Figure 102). Press the SELECT () button.
to manually advance to the Drinking water status
screen (See Figure 105).
FIG. 102
3. Depending on which devices are added, you could FIG. 105
see a message saying “This will delete all devices!
Continue?” If so, you would need to add the devices 2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the
again after changing the language. Press the RIGHT drinking water status menu (See Figure 106).
() button to continue (or skip to Step 4 if this mes- 3. If necessary, press the DOWN () button to scroll
sage is not displayed). through the menu options until Drinking water mes-
4. The Set language menu is displayed (See Figure sage is highlighted in a box (See Figure 106).
103). The current language has a black dot next to it.
FIG. 103 FIG. 106
5. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll 4. Press the SELECT () button to display the Drinking
through the list to the desired language, then press water message menu (See Figure 107).
SELECT () to choose it.
back to the menu shown in Figure 102, in the newly
set language.
7. To exit this menu, press the LEFT () button or wait
30 seconds for it to exit automatically. FIG. 107
TO SET THE REMOTE TO ENGLISH
5. The current message has a black dot next to it.
IF ANOTHER LANGUAGE IS DISPLAYED:
Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll
From the rolling status screens, press SELECT (). between the two messages, then press SELECT ()
Press DOWN () to scroll through the list until the to choose one.
line immediately above the antenna ( ) symbol
is highlighted (See Figure 104), then press 6. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go
back to the menu shown in Figure 106.
SELECT (). Press UP () to scroll to English at
the top of the list, then press SELECT () twice. 7. Press the LEFT () button to exit this menu, or wait
Press LEFT () to exit the menu. 30 seconds for it to exit automatically.
FIG. 104
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S Y S T E M S
RECHARGING THE SOFTENER

This feature may be used to assure an adequate supply 6. Press the SELECT () button. The display will go
of softened water at times of unusually high water use. back to the softener menu (Figure 109).
For example, if you have guests and the “Capacity 7. Press the LEFT () button to exit this menu, or wait
remaining” line on the softener status screen is at or 30 seconds for it to exit automatically.
below 50%, you could deplete softened water capacity
before the next automatic recharge. Initiating a manual
recharge will restore 100% softened water capacity
after complete.
SETTING SOFTENER RECHARGE TIME
1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons
to manually advance to the Softener status screen When the softener’s electronic control is first powered
(See Figure 108). up, the default time for starting an automatic recharge is
2:00 a.m. This is a good time in most households
because water is not being used.
To change the softener’s recharge time using the
remote:
FIG. 108 1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons
to manually advance to the Softener status screen
2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the (See Figure 108).
device menu (See Figure 109). 2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the
3. If necessary, press the DOWN () button to scroll device menu (See Figure 109).
through the menu options until Recharge is highlight- 3. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
ed in a box (See Figure 109). menu options until Recharge time is highlighted in a
box (See Figure 111).
FIG. 109
FIG. 111
Recharge menu (See Figure 110). 4. Press the SELECT () button to display the
Recharge time screen (See Figure 112).
FIG. 110
5. The currently selected option has a black dot next to
FIG. 112
it. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll
5. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to change
to the desired option, then press SELECT () to
the recharge time in 1 hour increments. Hold the
choose it.
button down to rapidly advance. Be sure that AM or
Automatic cancels a manually scheduled recharge PM is correct (unless softener is set for a 24-hour
(if it has not already begun) and lets the electronic clock).
control determine when to recharge next.
Recharge now begins a recharge after the
back to the softener menu (Figure 111).
SELECT () button is pushed again in Step 6.*
Schedule sets a recharge to begin at the preset 7. Press the LEFT () button to exit this menu, or wait
recharge time (set according to the instructions at 30 seconds for it to exit automatically.
right). continued
* The softener may not respond instantly to the remote’s command. Because of the way information is distributed in the
HydroLink™ network, it may take a few seconds (or even minutes if multiple AC powered devices are in the network).
27
S Y S T E M S
CHANGING WHICH DATA ITEMS ARE DIS-

PLAYED IN THE STATUS SCREENS
Each device added to the remote (softener, drinking To turn data items on or off:
water system, etc.) has a status screen which the 1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons
remote displays during normal operation. The status to manually advance to the status screen you want to
screen may be customized by turning items on or off. customize. For example, to change the data for the
The softener’s status screen, for example, will include a softener, manually advance to the Softener status
Status line and may also include any or all of the fol- screen.
lowing optional data items: 2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the
Out of salt in (days) device menu.
Soft water left (gallons) 3. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
Soft water left (liters) menu options until Display data is highlighted in a
Average daily use (gallons) box (See Figure 113).
Average daily use (liters)
Total minerals removed (lbs)
Total minerals removed (kg)
Capacity remaining (%)
Salt level
Total soft water (gallons)
FIG. 113
Total soft water (m3)
Water used today (gallons) 4. Press the SELECT () button to display the Display
Water used today (liters) data screen (See Figure 114).
continued
FIG. 114
5. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll

through the list of display data items. Items with a
check mark in the box next to them will be displayed
during normal operation.
6. To select an unchecked display data item, make sure
the box next to the item’s name is highlighted (box is
black inside). Then press the SELECT () button.
The check mark will appear in the box.
7. To un-select a checked display data item, make sure
the box next to the item’s name is highlighted (box is
black inside). Then press the SELECT () button.
The check mark will disappear.
8. When selections are complete, exit this menu by
pressing the LEFT () button. The display will go
back to the device menu (Figure 113).
9. Press the LEFT () button to exit this menu, or wait
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S Y S T E M S
CHANGING THE ORDER OF DATA ITEMS CHANGING WHICH DATA ITEMS MAY BE
DISPLAYED IN THE STATUS SCREENS REMOTELY CONTROLLED
In addition to changing which data items the remote dis- Some devices (softeners, for example) have a list of
plays during normal operation, the order of these items data items which may be controlled by the remote.
may be customized, as follows: Remote control items may be customized, as follows:
1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons 1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons
to manually advance to the status screen you want to to manually advance to the status screen of the
customize. For example, to change the order of the device you want to customize. For example, to
softener’s screen, manually advance to the Softener change the data for the softener, manually advance
status screen. to the Softener status screen.
2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the 2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the
device menu. device menu.
menu options until Display order is highlighted in a menu options until Remote control data is highlight-
box (See Figure 115). ed in a box (See Figure 118).
FIG. 115 FIG. 118

4. Press the SELECT () button to display the Display 4. Press the SELECT () button to display the Remote
order screen (See Figure 116). control data screen (See Figure 119).
FIG. 116 FIG. 119
5. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll 5. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll
through the list of display data items. Stop when the through the list of remote control items. Items with a
item you want to move is highlighted in a box. check mark in the box next to them will be control-
6. Press the SELECT () button. Arrows will appear lable using the remote.
next to the item (See Figure 117). 6. To select an unchecked remote control item, make
sure the box next to the item’s name is highlighted
(box is black inside). Then press the SELECT ()
button. The check mark will appear in the box.
7. To un-select a checked remote control item, make
sure the box next to the item’s name is highlighted
FIG. 117 (box is black inside). Then press the SELECT ()
button. The check mark will disappear.
7. Press the UP () or DOWN buttons to move the
item higher or lower in the list. 8. When selections are complete, exit this menu by
pressing the LEFT () button. The display will go
8. When the item is where you want it in the list, press back to the device menu (Figure 118).
the SELECT () button. The arrows next to the item
will disappear. 9. Press the LEFT () button to exit this menu, or wait
9. To move another item, return to Step 5. When fin-
ished moving items, press the LEFT () button. The
display will go back to the device menu (Figure 115).
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S Y S T E M S
RENAMING A DEVICE DELETING A DEVICE

Each device (softener, drinking water system, etc.) in To delete a device from the remote (possible reasons
the system has a default name in the header of its sta- for deleting a device include replacing or upgrading the
tus screen. The name may be customized (up to 20 softener’s electronic control):
characters long), as follows: 1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons
1. Press the remote’s LEFT () or RIGHT () buttons to manually advance to the status screen for the
to manually advance to the status screen of the device to delete. The device name will show in the
device you want to rename. For example, to rename header. (See Figure 123).
the softener, manually advance to the Softener sta-
tus screen.
2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the
device menu.
menu options until Rename device is highlighted in FIG. 123
a box (See Figure 120).
2. Press the remote’s SELECT () button to display the
device menu (See Figure 124).
FIG. 120
4. Press the SELECT () button to display the Rename FIG. 124
device screen (See Figure 121). 3. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the
menu options until Delete current device is high-
lighted in a box (See Figure 125).
FIG. 121
5. Two lines are displayed below the header. The
upper line shows the device name. The lower line is
FIG. 125
the list of available characters (upper and lower case 4. Press the SELECT () button. The screen shown in
alphabets, space character, numbers and common Figure 126 will appear.
punctuation marks). Use the RIGHT () or LEFT
() buttons to highlight the first character you want
to replace in the old device name.
6. Press DOWN () to switch to the lower line.
7. Press the RIGHT () or LEFT () buttons to scroll
through the character list.. Stop when the character FIG. 126
you want to select is highlighted (See Fig. 122).
5. Press the RIGHT () button. The screen shown in
Figure 127 will appear.
FIG. 122
8. Press the SELECT () button. The character you FIG. 127
picked is added to the upper line.
9. To select the next character, return to Step 7. When 6. To exit this screen, press the LEFT () button or wait
finished entering the device name, press the UP () 30 seconds for it to exit automatically.
button to switch to the upper line, then press
SELECT () to go back to the device menu (Figure
120).
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ECOWATER Service Information
S Y S T E M S
REFILLING WITH SALT BREAKING A SALT BRIDGE

If the conditioner uses all the salt before more is added, Sometimes a hard crust or salt “bridge” forms in the
hard water will result. Lift the brine tank lid and check brine tank. This is usually caused by high humidity or
the salt level frequently. The remote can also be used the wrong kind of salt. When the salt bridges, an empty
to monitor salt. It has an optional display, on the sof- space forms between the water and the salt. Then salt
tener status screen, of the estimated number of days will not dissolve in the water to make brine. Without
until salt is depleted (“Out of salt in X days”). The sof- brine, the resin bed is not recharged and hard water will
tener can also be programmed to display a Low Salt result.
Alarm a certain number of days before salt is estimated If the storage tank is full of salt, it is difficult to tell
to run out (See Page 11). whether there is a salt bridge. A bridge may be under-
Be sure that the brinewell cover is on when adding salt. neath loose salt. The following is the best way to check
After adding and leveling salt, always set the salt level for a salt bridge:
on the electronic controller, as described on Page 11.
Salt should be loose all the way to the bottom of the
NOTE: In humid areas it is best to keep the salt level tank. Hold a broom handle, or like tool, up to the sof-
less than half full and refill more often. tener, as shown in Figure 128. Make a pencil mark on
the handle 1” - 2” below the top of the rim. Then, care-
RECOMMENDED SALT: Cube, pellet, coarse solar, fully push it straight down into the salt. If a hard object
etc., water conditioner salt is recommended. This type is felt before the pencil mark is even with the top, it is
of salt is high purity evaporated crystals, sometimes most likely a salt bridge. Carefully push into the bridge
formed and pressed into briquets. It has less than 1% in several places to break it. Do not try to break the
insoluble (not dissolvable in water) impurities. Clean, salt bridge by pounding on the outside of the salt
high grade rock salts are acceptable, but may require tank. You may damage the tank.
frequent brine tank cleaning to remove the “sludge”
residue (insolubles) collecting at the bottom of the tank.
Push tool into
SALT NOT RECOMMENDED: Rock salt high in impuri- salt bridge
ties, block, granulated, table, ice melting, or ice cream to break
making salts, etc., are not recommended.
SALT WITH IRON REMOVING ADDITIVE: Some salts
have an additive to help a water conditioner handle iron
in the water supply. Although this may help keep the 1” - 2”
resin bed clean, it may also release corrosive fumes
that will weaken and shorten the life of some EcoWater
Systems conditioner electronic parts. Iron Out salt is
safe to use on two-tank models.
Pencil Mark Salt
Salt Bridge
Broom
Handle Empty Space
Water Level
FIG. 128
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S Y S T E M S
CLEANING THE NOZZLE & VENTURI RESIN BED CLEANING

A clean nozzle & venturi (See Figure 129) is necessary If the water supply contains clear water iron, regular
for the EcoWater Systems conditioner to work properly. resin bed cleaning is needed to keep the bed from coat-
This small unit creates the suction to move brine from ing with iron. Use resin bed cleaner, available from
the brine tank into the resin tank. If it should become EcoWater Systems, following directions on the contain-
plugged with dirt, silt, sand, etc., the EcoWater Systems er. Clean the resin every six months, or more often if
conditioner will not work and hard water will result. iron appears in the conditioned water supply.
To get access to the nozzle & venturi, remove the con-
ditioner’s top cover. Put the bypass valve(s) into the
bypass position. Be sure the conditioner is in the serv-
ice cycle (no water pressure at the nozzle & venturi).
Then, holding the nozzle & venturi housing with one
hand, turn the cap to remove it. Do not lose the o-ring
seal. Lift out the screen support and screen. Then,
remove the nozzle & venturi. Wash the parts in warm,
soapy water and rinse in fresh water. If needed, use a
small brush to remove iron or dirt. Be careful not to
scratch, misshape, etc., surfaces of the nozzle & ven-
turi. Also, check and clean the gasket and flow plug(s)
if dirty.
Carefully replace all parts in the correct order.
Lubricate the o-ring seal with silicone grease and put in
place. Install and tighten the cap, by hand only. Do not
overtighten, which could break the cap or housing. Put
the bypass valve(s) into service (soft water) position.
cap
o--ring
1install with numbered
side UP, concave side
down screen
support
flow plug 1 (not used screen

on all models)
nozzle &
venturi
gasket
flow plug 1
(fill)
nozzle &
venturi housing
cone
screen
FIG. 129
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S Y S T E M S
RELIEVING WATER PRESSURE WITH THE

BYPASS VALVE(S)
CAUTION: Always relieve water pressure in the
EcoWater Systems conditioner, as described below,
before removing parts from the valve or resin tank.
DE-PRESSURIZE
1. Put bypass valve(s) into Bypass position.
2. Place softener valve in Fill position by performing
Steps 1 & 8 of Manual Advance Recharge procedure
on Page 36.
PRESSURIZE
1. Put bypass valve(s) into Service position.
2. Return softener valve to Service position by perform- 3-Valve Bypass
ing Steps 11-17 of Manual Advance Recharge proce-
dure on Page 36.
BYPASS Wat
VALVE er Flow
ALTERNATE METHODS:
3-VALVE BYPASS (See Figure 130) OUTLET
DE-PRESSURIZE VALVE
INLET
1. Close the INLET valve. VALVE
2. Open HOT and COLD conditioned water house
faucets.
3. Close the OUTLET valve and open the BYPASS
valve.
4. Close all house faucets.
From
PRESSURIZE Conditioner
1. Open HOT and COLD house faucets. To
2. Close the BYPASS valve and open the OUTLET Conditioner
valve.
For Service For Bypass
3. Slowly, open the INLET valve.
Close Bypass Valve. Open Bypass Valve.
Open Inlet & Outlet Close Inlet & Outlet
Valves. Valves.
ECOWATER SYSTEMS BYPASS VALVE FIG. 130
(See Figure 131)
DE-PRESSURIZE
1. Close the house main water supply valve.
2. Open HOT and COLD conditioned water house EcoWater Systems Bypass Valve
faucets.
3. Push the bypass valve handle to Bypass position.
4. Optional: For hard water bypass to house faucets,
reopen the main water supply valve. Pull Stem Outward
PRESSURIZE for Service
1. Open main water supply valve if it is closed.
2. Open HOT and COLD house faucets. Push Stem Inward
3. Pull the bypass valve handle to Service position. for Bypass
FIG. 131
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S Y S T E M S
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
No soft water No salt in the storage tank. Add salt (See Page 31) and then initiate a
“Recharge now,” as shown on Page 12.
Salt is “bridged.” Break salt bridge (See Page 31) and then initi-
ate a “Recharge now,” as shown on Page 12.
If display is blank, transformer may be Check for power loss due to any of these and
unplugged at wall outlet, power cable correct. When power is restored, if the display
leads may be disconnected from the shows the “Current Time” setting screen (Figure
electronic control board, fuse may be 33 on Page 12), it means time was lost during
blown, circuit breaker may be popped, the outage. Set the current time. Other set-
or transformer may be plugged into a tings such as hardness are retained in memory
switched outlet which is “off.” during a power loss.
Manual bypass valve(s) in bypass Referring to Figure 6 on Page 6, place bypass
position. valve(s) in service position.
Dirty, plugged or damaged nozzle & Take apart, clean and inspect the nozzle & ven-
venturi. turi assembly, as shown on Page 32.
Valve drain hose plugged or restricted. Drain hose must not have any kinks, sharp
bends, or be raised too high above the softener
(See Page 4).
Water hard sometimes Bypassed hard water being used dur- Check the current time displayed. If not correct,
ing recharge, due to current time or refer to “Set Current Time” on Page 12. Check
recharge time settings being incorrect. the recharge time, as described on Page 13.
Hardness number setting is too low. Referring to “Setting Hardness” on Page 13,
check the current hardness setting and increase
if needed.
Hot water being used when softener is Avoid using hot water during recharges,
recharging. because water heater refills with hard water.
Increase in actual hardness of water Have unsoftened water sample tested.
supply. Referring to Page 13, check the current hard-
ness setting and increase if needed.
Turbine is not turning freely. Check turbine, as described on Page 35.
Motor stalled or clicking Motor malfunction or internal valve Contact your dealer for service.
fault causing high torque on motor.
Error code E1, E3 or E4 Fault in wiring harness, connections to Contact your dealer for service.
displayed. position switch, switch, valve or motor.
Error code E5 displayed. Electronic control malfunction. Contact your dealer for service.
TROUBLESHOOTING - INITIAL CHECKS 8. Is valve drain hose free of kinks and sharp bends,
Always make these initial checks first: and not elevated over 8 feet above the floor.
1. Is display blank? Check power source. 9. Is the brine tube connected (See Fig. 5 on Page 6)?
2. Is Error code displayed? If so, go to “Automatic 10. Check the hardness setting (See “Setting Hardness
Electronic Diagnostics” on the next page. on Page13). Be sure it is correct for the house-
3. Is correct time displayed? If not, recharges occur at hold's water supply. Perform a hardness test on a
the wrong time. Set current time (See Page 12.) raw water sample to compare with the setting.
4. Is there salt in the brine tank? If not, refill. 11. Perform a hardness test on a conditioned water
5. Is salt “bridged” (See Page 31)? sample to determine whether a problem exists.
6. Are plumbing bypass valve(s) in service position (See If no problem is found after making the initial checks,
Figure 6 on Page 6)? proceed to “Troubleshooting - Manual Diagnostics” and
7. Are inlet and outlet pipes connected to the EcoWater “Manual Advance Recharge Check” on the next two
Systems conditioner inlet and outlet respectively? pages.
34
S Y S T E M S
AUTOMATIC ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTICS CHECKING THE TURBINE

This conditioner has a self-diagnostic function for the 1. Display the Diagnostics screen, following the proce-
electrical system (except for input power and/or water dure on Page 21.
meter). The controller monitors electronic components 2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the list
and circuits for correct operation. If a malfunction until Turbine Count is displayed (See Figure 133).
occurs, an Error code is displayed (See Figure 132).
FIG. 133
FIG. 132
3. A steady display of “0” (zero) indicates no water flow
The troubleshooting chart on the previous page shows through the meter (i.e. no conditioned water being
the error codes that could appear, and the possible mal- used).
functions for these codes. 4. Open a nearby conditioned water faucet.
When an error code appears in the display, pressing 5. The number in the display should count upward from
SELECT () will display the Diagnostics screen (See 0 and reset for each gallon of flow (at 200 on some
Page 21), so a service technician can further isolate the models, for example).
problem.
6. If the display reading does not change with the
faucet open, pull the wire harness from the valve out-
REMOVING ERROR CODE
let port (See Figure 134).
1. Unplug transformer from electrical outlet.
BACK OF CONTROLLER
2. Correct problem. CIRCUIT BOARD
3. Plug in transformer.
4. Wait for eight minutes while controller operates valve magnet
through an entire cycle. The error code will return if
wire harness
the problem was not corrected.
TROUBLESHOOTING - sensor pickup

MANUAL DIAGNOSTICS
1. Display the Diagnostics screen, following the proce- turbine
dure on Page 21. support
2. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll turbine

through the list. The following items are displayed:
Time (current)
Position time (counts down the time remaining FIG. 134
in the current valve position)
Current position (of the valve: service, fill, 7. Pass a small magnet back and forth in front of the
brine, backwash, fast rinse or moving) See sensor.
“Manual Advance Recharge Check” on next 8a. If the displayed Turbine Count does count upward
page for position verification. with each pass of the magnet, disconnect the outlet
Requested position (of the valve) plumbing and check the turbine for binding.
Motor state (on or off)
8b. If the displayed Turbine Count does not count
Valve position switch (open or closed)
upward with each pass of the magnet, the sensor is
Turbine count (indicates water flow) See fol-
probably faulty.
lowing section for turbine diagnostics.
Tank light switch (open or closed)
RF module (detected or not)
Error code
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S Y S T E M S
TROUBLESHOOTING - 12. If the unit does not draw brine, check for:
MANUAL ADVANCE RECHARGE CHECK Dirty or defective nozzle / venturi (See Page 32)
Nozzle / venturi not seated on the gasket or gas-
This check verifies proper operation of the position ket not sealing properly
switch, gear motor, brine tank fill, brine draw, recharge Restriction in valve drain, causing back pressure
flow rates, and other controller functions. Always make (bends, kinks, elevated too high, etc.)
the Initial Checks (See Page 34) and the Manual Obstruction in valve or brine tubing
Diagnostics (See Page 35) first. Internal valve fault (obstructed outlet disc, wave
1. Display the Diagnostics screen, following the proce- washer faulty etc.)
dure on Page 21. 13. With the Diagnostics screen displayed, once again
2. Press the DOWN () button to scroll through the list press the RIGHT () button to advance the valve to
until Valve position switch is displayed (See Figure Backwash.
135). 14. Look for a fast flow of water from the drain hose. If
flow is slow, check for a plugged top distributor,
backwash flow plug or drain hose
15. With the Diagnostics screen displayed, once again
press the RIGHT () button to advance the valve to
FIG. 135 Fast rinse.
16. Again, look for a fast flow of water from the drain
3. Verify that when the switch plunger is down (into one hose. Allow the unit to rinse for several minutes to
of the detents on the valve motor cam), this screen flush out any brine that may remain from the brine
reads Open. When the valve cam is rotating (for cycle test.
example, after Step 8, below) , the switch plunger will
be up and this screen should read Closed. 17. With the Diagnostics screen displayed, once again
press the RIGHT () button to return the valve to
4. Press the UP () button to scroll through the list until the Service position.
Current position is displayed (See Figure 136).
IMPORTANT: Always return the valve to the Service
position before exiting this procedure.
OTHER SERVICE
Hard Water Bypass (Hard water “bleeds” into condi-
FIG. 136 tioned water supply):
1. Faulty inlet disc, seal or wave washer (See Pages 42
6. Verify that the valve position indicator on the motor and 43).
cam agrees with the position displayed on the screen 2. Missing or faulty o-ring(s) at valve connection to riser
7. Remove the brinewell cover. pipe.
8. With the Diagnostics screen displayed, press the Water Leaks from Drain Hose during service:
RIGHT () button once to advance the valve from 1. Faulty inlet disc, seal or wave washer.
Service to Fill. 2. Faulty o-ring on inlet disc shaft.
9. Shine a flashlight into the brinewell and observe fill 3. Faulty outlet disc, seal or wave washer.
water entering the tank. Flooded Salt Tank:
10. If water does not enter the tank, look for an 1. Nozzle / venturi plugged.
obstructed nozzle / venturi, fill flow plug or brine 2. Faulty valve seals.
tube (See Figure 129 on Page 32). 3. Restricted or plugged backwash / fast rinse controls.
4. Restricted or plugged drain line.
11. After verifying fill, press the RIGHT () button once
to move the valve into Brine* A slow flow of water Water Has Salty Taste:
to the drain will begin. Verify brine draw from the 1. House water pressure low. Adjust well pump.
brine tank by shining the flashlight into the brinewell 2. Partially restricted valve drain hose, top distributor,
to observe a noticeable drop in the liquid level. backwash flow plug, resin tank internal riser pipe, or
* If the 2nd Backwash option is set (See Page 17), the valve bottom distributor.
will enter backwash and fast rinse before brine. 3. Backwash and fast rinse times have been reduced
from default settings.
4. Wrong model code.
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S Y S T E M S
WIRING SCHEMATIC
POSITION
SWITCH
1
Brown C
TURBINE
Green
NO SENSOR
White
GND
CONTROL BOARD ON Red
+5
BACK OF FACEPLATE Black
OUT
Red
Black 24VDC MOTOR
AUX OUT
TRANSFORMER
120V
24VAC
60 Hz
FIG. 137
For future reference, enter the following information:

Model No. ___________________ Serial No. ___________________
Date Code ___________________ Installation Date _____________
Water Hardness ________ GPG Iron Content ________ PPM

Model No. and Serial No. are on the shipping carton and on the rating decal on the condi-
tioner. Date Code is on the shipping carton only.
37
ECOWATER Dimensions
S Y S T E M S
20”
3--13/16”
14” 16”
IN
14”
OUT
14” 16”
IN -- OUT IN -- OUT
C
45--1/8” 36--9/16”
A B 32”
32--1/2”
Cabinet Models Two-Tank Models FIG. 138
Nominal Resin Dimension Dimension Dimension Salt Storage

Model
Tank Size A B C Capacity
ECR 3500R20 8” Dia. x 35” 39.5” – – 225 lbs.
ERR 3500R20 & ECR 3500R30 10” Dia. x 35” 39.5” – – 200 lbs.
ECR 3502R30 10” Dia. x 35” – 39.5” 44.8” 300 lbs.
ERR 3502R30 & ECR 3502R40 10” Dia. x 47” – 51.3” 56.6” 300 lbs.
ECR 3502R50S & ECR 3502R70 12” Dia. x 54” – 57.1” 62.2” 300 lbs.
38
ECOWATER Specifications
S Y S T E M S
ECR ERR ECR ECR ERR ECR ECR ECR

3500R20 3500R20 3500R30 3502R30 3502R30 3502R40 3502R50S 3502R70
Model Code HR20 HR20+ HR30 2H30 2H30+ 2H40 2H50 2H70
5,700 @ 1.1 6,700 @ 1.1 8,300 @ 1.6 8,300 @ 1.6 8,100 @ 1.7 11,300 @ 2.2 23,000 @ 4.5 32,900 @ 6.2
Rated Softening Capacity
16,800 @ 4.3 19,300 @ 5.2 25,000 @ 6.4 25,000 @ 6.4 23,800 @ 6.4 33,200 @ 8.5 40,800 @ 9.9 57,600 @ 12.8
(Grains @ lb. Salt Dose)
20,400 @ 7.5 23,600 @ 8.9 30,200 @ 11.3 30,200 @ 11.3 29,200 @ 11.0 40,100 @ 14.8 47,900 @ 15.3 71,500 @ 19.3
Rated Efficiency (gr./lb. of

5150 4790 5160 5160 4790 5150 5110 5310
Salt at Min. Salt Dose)
Service Flow Rate (gpm) 9.0 9.0 11.0 11.0 10.0 12.0 20.0 12.0
Pressure Drop at Service

10 6 8 8 8 13 15 11
Flow Rate (psi)
Intermittent Flow Rate
12.0 17.1 16.5 16.5 15.8 13.6 20.0 17.0
(gpm) @ 15 psi
Intermittent Flow Rate
19.4 26.8 25.8 25.8 25.2 21.6 30.0 22.0
(gpm) @ 30 psi
Amount of High Capacity
0.60 0.71 0.89 0.89 0.88 1.18 1.53 2.05
Resin (cu. ft.)
Water Supply Max.
40 50 60 60 60 75 95 125
Hardness (gpg)
Water Supply Max. Clear
10 10 12 12 12 15 15 15
Water Iron (ppm)
Min.-Max. Working
20 - 125
Pressure (psi)
Min.-Max. Operating
40 - 120
Temperature (°F)
Min. Water Supply Flow
3
Rate (gpm)
Max. Flow Rate (gpm) to
2.4 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 5.4 5.4
Drain during Recharge
Efficiency ratings are only valid at the lowest salt dosage and service flow rate. These softeners were efficiency rated accord-
ing to NSF/ANSI Standard 44.
Intermittent flow rate does not represent the maximum service flow rate used for determining the softener’s rated capacity and
efficiency. Continuous operation at flow rates greater than the service flow rate may affect capacity and efficiency perform-
ance. The validity of these flow rates is verified by Water Quality Association (WQA).
Capacity to remove clear water iron is substantiated by WQA test data. State of Wisconsin requires additional treatment if
water supply contains greater than 5 ppm clear water iron.
Canada working pressure limits: 1.4 - 7.0 kg/cm².
These softeners conform to NSF/ANSI 44 for the specific capacity claims as verified and substantiated by test data.
ERR 3500R20 and ERR 3502R30 also conform to NSF/ANSI 42 for chlorine reduction as verified and substantiated
by test data from Water Quality Association (WQA).
39
ECOWATER Repair Parts
S Y S T E M S
ECOWATER SYSTEMS CONDITIONER ASSEMBLY

1
2 41 42
Valve Assembly
See Pages 42 & 43
for parts
39 40
13
43
38
3
8 37
4
9
6 5
10 44
7
11
30
12
36
31
18 35
13 32
34
19 33
14 17
20 27
28
18
15
17
16 19
22 21 22
21
26
25
23 23
20
29
46
24 45
40
S Y S T E M S
ECOWATER SYSTEMS CONDITIONER ASSEMBLY

Key Key
Part No. Description Part No. Description
No. No.
1 7275907 Transformer, 24V, 10VA Float, Stem & Guide Assembly
7221754
2 7292967 Repl. Remote (incl. batteries) (R20, R30, R50S & R70 models)
30
3 7218662 Repl. Top Cover (cabinet models) Float, Stem & Guide Assembly
7113008
(R40 model only)
Repl. Faceplate Assembly,
4 7292941 31 7170288 O-Ring, 15/16” x 1-3/16”
incl. decal & electronic control
5 7291343 Support, Faceplate w/lens 32 1205500 Clip
6 7176292 Clamp Section (2 req.) 33 7092252 Brine Valve Body
7 7088033 Retainer, Clamp (2 req.) 34 7080653 Clip
8 7170296 O-Ring, 2-7/8” x 3-1/4” 35 7131365 Screen
9 7170254 O-Ring, 13/16” x 1-1/16” 36 7113016 Repl. Tubing Assembly, B.V.
10 7077870 Top Distributor Brine Tube
7221746
37 (R20, R30, R50S & R70 models)
11 7170270 O-Ring, 2-3/4” x 3”
7095470 Brine Tube (R40 model only)
12 7105047 Repl. Bottom Distributor
38 7171349 Cone Screen
7114787 Resin Tank, 8” dia. x 35”
39 9003201 Nut-Ferrule (2 req.)
7113066 Resin Tank, 10” dia. x 35”
13 40 7094987 Union Connector
7092202 Resin Tank, 10” dia. x 47”
7161807 Tubing, 20 ft.
7113074 Resin Tank, 12” dia. x 54” 41
7161768 Tubing, 100 ft.
0502272 Resin, 1 cu. ft. (standard mesh)
42 7218670 Repl. Top Cover (two-tank models)
7052202 Resin, 1 cu. ft. (fine mesh)
14 43 7274286 Rim (two-tank models)
0501741 Resin, 1/2 cu. ft. (standard mesh)
7218638 Repl. Tank Sleeve (ECR 3502R30)
7175149 Activated Carbon (refiner models)
Repl. Tank Sleeve (ERR 3502R30
15 7124415 Gravel, 17 lbs. 7218646
44 & ECR 3502R40)
16 1184700 Spacer (R20 models only) Repl. Tank Sleeve (ECR 3502R50S
17 7219595 Washer 7218654
& ECR 3502R70)
18 7219888 Brinewell Cover 45 7248706 Ground Clamp Kit
19 7109871 Brinewell Assembly w/decal 7214383 Bypass Valve (incl. following)
20 7219587 Screw 7172882 Stem
21 9003500 Grommet 7173016 O-Ring, 1.11” x 1.387” (4 req.)
46
22 1103200 Adaptor, Drain Hose 7175238 C-Ring
23 7112882 Hose Clamp 7089306 Clip (2 req.)
24 7218604 Repl. Brine Tank (cabinet models) 7170262 O-Ring, 1-1/8” x 1-3/8” (2 req.)
25 7287386 Rim (cabinet models) Brine Valve Assembly,
26 7214244 Vapor Barrier 7220928 incl. Key Nos. 30 through 38
(R20, R30, R50S & R70 models)
27 7291466 Salt Hole Cover Assembly
Brine Valve Assembly,
28 7274008 Cover, Brine Tank (two-tank models)
7116488 incl. Key Nos. 30 through 38
29 7218612 Repl. Brine Tank (two-tank models) (R40 model only)
7108118 Drain Hose, 1/2” I.D.
Not illustrated
Optional parts, not included with conditioner
41
S Y S T E M S
VALVE ASSEMBLY
65
70 66
56 64
54
55 63
62
61
60 68 67
57 59 69
58
70
65
53
52
51
50
61 84
71
88
87
72
86
85 73
99 89 78 74
98
62
79 75
97
63 76
96
90
77
91
92 83
93 80
95 94 81 82
42
S Y S T E M S
VALVE ASSEMBLY
Key Key
Part No. Description Part No. Description
No. No.
Turbine Assembly Nozzle Venturi (red) & Gasket Kit
7187772
7101548 (ECR 3500R20, ERR 3500R20, (R20 , R30 & R40 models)
ECR 3500R30, ECR 3502R30) 75 Nozzle Venturi (blue) & Gasket Kit
50 7114533
Turbine Assembly (R50S & R70 models)
7123061 (ERR 3502R30, ECR 3502R40, 7204362 Gasket Only (black)
ECR 3502R50S, ECR 3502R70)
76 1148800 Flow Plug, Fill, 0.3 gpm
Turbine Support Assembly
Nozzle Venturi Assembly
7094898 (ECR 3500R20, ERR 3500R20, 7269176
ECR 3500R30, ECR 3502R30) (ECR 3500R20 )
51 Nozzle Venturi Assembly (ERR
Turbine Support Assembly 77 7091866
7119177 (ERR 3502R30, ECR 3502R40, 3500R20, R30 & R40 models)
ECR 3502R50S, ECR 3502R70) Nozzle Venturi Assembly
7085247
52 7170262 O-Ring, 1.109” x 1.387” (2 req.) (R50S & R70 models)
Flow Plug, 0.15 gpm
53 7077642 Copper Tube, 1” pipe (2 req.) 78 7084607
(ECR 3500R20 )
54 7234553 Copper Tube, 1-1/4” pipe (2 req.)
79 7095030 Cone Screen
55 7089306 Clip Retainer (2 req.)
80 7292323 O-Ring, .171” x .449”
56 7276084 Wire Harness w/pos. switch conn.
81 7120526 Elbow, 90°
57 0900060 O-Ring, 3/8” x 1/2”
82 1202600 Nut-Ferrule
58 7159949 Disc Valve Housing
83 7170319 O-Ring, 1/4” x 3/8” (2 req.)
59 7078282 Inlet End Seal
84 7081201 Clip, Nozzle & Venturi
60 7214286 Inlet Disc
85 7078313 Retainer
61 7058216 Wave Washer (2 req.)
Flow Washer, Backwash, 1.0 gpm
62 7170220 O-Ring, 3/4” x 15/16” (3 req.) 7104774
(ECR 3500R20)
63 7170296 O-Ring, 2-7/8” x 3-1/4” (2 req.) 86 Flow Washer, Backwash, 1.7 gpm
64 7077498 Inlet End Cap 7104570 (ERR 3500R20, R30 & R40 models)
65 7176292 Clamp Section (4 req.) - not used on R50S & R70 models
66 7142942 Clip, Drain 87 7214278 Outlet Disc
67 7219066 Drain Nipple 88 7078274 Outlet End Seal
- 7141239 Drain Hose Adaptor (optional) 89 7091329 Driver, Outlet Disc
68 7170327 O-Ring, 5/8” x 13/16” 90 7159965 Outlet End Cap
Flow Plug, Fast Rinse, 2.4 gpm 91 7283497 Cam & Gear
1110600
(ECR 3500R20) 92 7203104 Washerhead Screw, #8-18 x 1/2”
Flow Plug, Fast Rinse, 3.0 gpm 93 7281275 Motor
69 7097969
(ERR 3500R20, R30 & R40 models) 94 7289702 Bracket, Motor
Flow Plug, Fast Rinse, 4.0 gpm 95 7168524 Screw, #10-32 x 5/16” (3 req.)
7097977
(R50S & R70 models)
96 7103972 Screw, #8-18 x 7/16” (2 req.)
70 7088033 Retainer, Clamp (4 req.)
97 7140738 Screw, #4-24 x 3/4”
71 7199729 Cap
98 7145186 Switch
72 7170262 O-Ring, 1-1/8” x 1-3/8”
99 7140746 Expansion Pin
73 7167659 Screen Support
74 7146043 Screen
Use red nozzle along with Key No. 78 on water pres-
Optional - not required sures of 50 psi and less.
Included in Disc Kit, #7218688 Includes Key Nos. 71 through 76 & 79
Not all parts are shown Order Key Nos. 85 & 86 if needed
43
ECOWATER
S Y S T E M S

P.O. Box 64420, St. Paul, MN 55164-0420
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SERIES 3500 & 3502

EcoWater Systems Conditioner

EcoWater Systems Refiner

EcoWater Systems LLC

PRINTED IN U.S.A. Part No. 7291393 (Rev. B 1/26/07)

TYPICAL INSTALLATION DRAWINGS

CONDITIONED bypass valve

120V, 60Hz HARD

NOTE: Faceplate and support brine

INLET / OUTLET PLUMBING OPTIONS DRAIN OPTIONS

1. UNPACKING 4. INSTALLING THREE-VALVE BYPASS

3. TURN OFF WATER

b. THREADED PIPE 8. INSTALL VALVE DRAIN HOSE

10. On Two-tank models, connect the brine tub-

FIG. 4 FIG. 5 FIG. 6

f. Close all cold water faucets and check your plumbing

SOFTENER STATUS SCREENS MAIN MENU

SETTING SALT LEVEL LOW SALT ALARM

SETTING SALT TYPE

RECHARGING THE SOFTENER SETTING THE CURRENT TIME

SETTING RECHARGE TIME SETTING HARDNESS

MODIFYING ROLLING SCREENS SETTING THE LANGUAGE

SETTING TIME FORMAT SETTING HARDNESS UNITS

SETTING VOLUME UNITS SETTING WEIGHT UNITS

To display one of these screens:

To display these screens:

8b. Maximum days between recharges: Press

8c. 97% feature: If the desired option already has

SERVICE REMINDER SEND E.A.S.E. MESSAGE

FIG. 78 6. Make sure Send EASE message is highlighted.

8. Press the UP () or DOWN () buttons to set the FIG. 82

UNPACKING INSTALLING THE SUPPORT

NOTE: When replacing batteries in a remote that was

Drinking NAVIGATING THE SCREENS

FIG. 91 Active Alerts

LEFT UP RIGHT ADDING A DEVICE

Alert SELECT DOWN

REMOTE MENUS FIG. 95

Softener Menu FIG. 96

CHECKING RF SIGNAL STRENGTH

5. To exit this screen, press the LEFT () button.

SETTING THE LANGUAGE DRINKING WATER STATUS MESSAGE

FIG. 103 FIG. 106

RECHARGING THE SOFTENER

CHANGING WHICH DATA ITEMS ARE DIS-

5. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll

FIG. 115 FIG. 118

FIG. 116 FIG. 119

RENAMING A DEVICE DELETING A DEVICE

REFILLING WITH SALT BREAKING A SALT BRIDGE

CLEANING THE NOZZLE & VENTURI RESIN BED CLEANING

flow plug 1 (not used screen

RELIEVING WATER PRESSURE WITH THE

AUTOMATIC ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTICS CHECKING THE TURBINE

TROUBLESHOOTING - sensor pickup

2. Press the DOWN () or UP () buttons to scroll turbine

For future reference, enter the following information:

Date Code ___________________ Installation Date _____________

5. To exit this screen, press the LEFT () button.

Date Code _______ Installation Date _

Water Hardness GPG Iron Content PPM