Ecodyne Water Systems NS AIIF2 Installation, Operation, Maintenance & Repair Parts

BIRM FILTER WITH AIR INJECTION ASM

and high--flow 1” valve

MODEL

NS AIIF2

Installation DDOperation DD Maintenance

DDRepair Parts DD

Designed, Engineered &
Assembled in the U.S.A.

ECODYNE WATER CONDITIONING, 1890 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125 Part No. 7322835 (Rev. F 5/14/13)

WATER FILTER WARRANTY

Warrantor: North Star Water Conditioning, 1890 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN, 55125

Warrantor guarantees, to the original owner, that:

D For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, all parts will be free of defects in materials and workmanship, and will perform

their normal functions.

D For a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, labor to repair or replace any part deemed to be defective in materials and work-

manship, will be provided at no additional cost.

D For a period of ten (10) years from the date of purchase, the salt tank and fiberglass mineral tank will not rust, corrode, leak, burst, or

in any other manner, fail to perform their proper functions.

D For a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase, the electronic control board and valve body will be free of defects in materials

and workmanship, and will perform their normal functions.

If, during such respective period, a part proves to be defective, Warrantor will ship a replacement part, directly to your home, without charge.
After the first year, labor necessary to maintain this product is not covered by the product warranty.

Damage to any part of this water filter because of misuse, misapplication, neglect, alteration, accident, installation or operation contrary
to our printed instructions, or damage caused by any unusual force of nature such as, but not limited to, freezing, flood, hurricane, tornado,
or earthquake is not covered by this warranty. In all such cases, regular parts and service charges will apply.

We assume no warranty liability in connection with this water filter other than specified herein. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties,
expressed or implied, including warranties of fitness for a particular purpose. We do not authorize any person or representative to assume
for us any other obligations on the sale of this water filter.

Should a defect or malfunction occur, contact your contractor. If you are unable to contact your contractor, return the part, freight prepaid,
directly to the factory at the address below. Enclose with the part a full description of the problem, with your name, full address, date pur­chased, model and serial numbers, and selling contractor’s name and address. We will repair or replace the part and return it to you at no
cost if our repair department determines it to be defective under the terms of the warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
This water filter is manufactured by North Star Water Conditioning, 1890 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN, 55125; customer information tele-

phone no. 1--800--972--0135.

One Year Full Warranty:

Limited Warranties:

General Conditions

SAFETY GUIDES

Follow the installation instructions carefully. Failure to install the filter properly voids the warranty.
Before you begin installation, read this entire manual. Then obtain all the materials and tools you will need to make the

installation.

Check l ocal plumbing and electrical codes. The installation must conform to them.
NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require installation by a licensed plumber. For installation, use plumbing

code 248---CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Use only lead --free solder and flux for all sweat-solder connections as required by state and federal codes.
Use care when handling the filter. Do not turn upside down, drop, or set on s harp protrusions.
Do not locate the filter where freezing temperatures occur. Do not attempt t o filter water over 120F. Freezing, or hot

water damage voids the warranty.

Avoid installing in direct sunlight. Excessive sun heat may cause distortion or other damage to non--- metallic parts.
The filter requires a minimum water flow of 5 gallons per minute at the inlet for backwash.
Recommended ma ximum allowabl e inlet water pressure is 80 psi. Use a pressure reducing valve if necessary. Be

sure the addition of a pressure reducing valve will not reduce the flow to less t han the 5 gpm needed for backwash.
This filter controller works on 24 Volt, 60 Hz electrical power only. Be sure to use the included transformer, and

plug it into a nominal 120V, 60 cycle household outlet that is grounded and properly protected by an over--- current de­vice such as circuit breaker or fuse. The relay box for the air pump must be plugged into a separate 120V grounded
household outlet.

This system is not intended to be used for treating water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without
adequate disinfection before or after the system.

European Directive 2002/96/EC requires all electrical and electronic equipment t o be disposed of according to
Waste E lectrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) requirements. This directive or similar laws are in place na­tionally and can vary from region to region. Please refer to your state and local laws for proper disposal of this
equipment.

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UNPACKIN G

The Air Injected Iron Filters are shipped from the fac­tory with the following:

--- Filter assembly, packed with quartz and birm z

--- Ai r p u m p

--- Relay box assembly

--- Tr a n s f o rm e r

--- Pa rt s b a g

Thoroughly check the filter for possible shipping
damage and parts loss. Also inspect and note any
damage to the shipping carton. Notify the trans­portation company if damage is present. The
manufacturer is not responsible for in ---transit dam­ages.

Remove and discard (recycle) all packing materials.

z Note: Do not backwash this unit for 24 hours. The birm will initially retain large
amounts of air. If it is backwashed before the air is removed, the valve may become
plugged with birm particles, or particles may be flushed to the drain.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE NO.

Warranty--- Safety Guides 2...............................................................................

Unpacking 3..................................................................................

Specifications / Dimensions 4............................................................................

Typical Finished Installation 5.............................................................................

Inlet --- Outlet Plumbing Options 6........................................................................

Other Requirments 6....................................................................................

Tools You May Need 6...................................................................................

Materials You Will Need 6................................................................................

Select Installation Location 6.............................................................................

Installation Steps 7 --- 1 0.................................................................................

Programming the Faceplate Timer 11 --- 12.................................................................

Faceplate Timer Features, Settings and Service 14 --- 15.....................................................

General Information 15..................................................................................

Service, Backwash and Fast Rinse Cycles 15 --- 16..........................................................

Troubleshooting 17......................................................................................

Manual Advance Diagnostics 18..........................................................................

Resetting to Factory Defaults 18..........................................................................

Manual Initiated Electronics Diagnostics 19................................................................

Other Service 19........................................................................................

Automatic Electronic Diagnostics 19.......................................................................

Repair Parts 20 --- 23....................................................................................

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SPECIFICATIONS / DIMENSIONS

Filter Type Oxidizing..................

Type of Mineral Birm.............

Amount of Mineral 1cuft...........

Amount of Gravel 17 lbs...........

Recommended Maximum Water

Supply Pressure 80 psi............

Maximum Water T emperature 120
Minimum Water Supply pH 7.0...

Maximum Service Flow 5.0 gpm......

Minimum Backwash F low

 5.0 gpm..

Minimum In--Out Pipe Size 3/4 in....

Electrical: Filter Timer 24V, 60 Hz........

Air Pump 120V, 60 Hz..........

. up to 10 ppm iron* and 3ppm hydrogen sulfide at pH of 7.0 and higher
. up to 20 ppm iron* and 2ppm hydrogen sulfide at pH of 8.0 and higher

. up to 2 ppm manganese at pH of 8.5 and higher

 A minimum flow of 5 gpm is required for filter backwash.

Some feed water with high iron concentrations, or low pH
may require limited service flows or a neutralizer filter be­fore the syst em.

_

F.

2 PPM 4* 4 6 8

5 PPM 4* 4* 5 7

IRON

CONC.

10 PPM 4* 4* 4 6

15 PPM 4* 4* 4* 5

20 PPM 4* 4* 4* 4

* Neutralizer needed

Contaminant Removal Limitations:

* except, bacterial and organically bound iron

TABLE 1

pH

6.5 7.0 7.5 8.0

INLET -- OUTLET

60”

51--3/8”

3--3/4”

14”

OUT

10--1/2”

INLET

Nominal Mineral

Tank S i z e

AIR

PUMP

10” dia. by

47” high

7”

Note: Air filter extends

an additional 4 --- 1/2”.

4---3/4”

Typical mounting

on shelf

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FIGURE 1

TYPICAL FINISHED INSTALLATION

FILTERED WATER

Use if water supply flows from the left.

Include single or 3 -- valve bypass.

UNFILTERED

WATER

FROM

FILTER

OUTLET

Relay Box

TO FILTER
INLET

WARNING: FILTER

TANK CONTAINS AIR.

TO RELIEVE PRES-

SURE, PUT BYPASS

VALVE IN BYPASS AND
ADVANCE FILTER VALVE
TO BACKWASH BEFORE

DISASSEMBLY.

CROSS -- OVER

FILTERED

WATE R

To wire harness

in controller --

SeeFigure2

Transformer

To O ut l e t

120 Volt

Outlet

Solenoid

Ball

Valve

Check

Valve

DRAIN
HOSE,

5/8” I.D.

minimum

to floor

drain

(5gal./

min.)

1--1/2”
air gap

WATER IN

VENT TUBE, 20 ft.
(coil excess tube --

do not cut)

TO DRAIN

IMPORTANT:

Affix both the drain

hose and vent

tube securely, to

prevent them from

getting loose.

Floor Drain

FIGURE 2

Vent Tube --

Connect to Solenoid

Outlet Port

Solenoid

Wires from Relay Box --

Connect to Wire Harness

Wire Clip

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" INLET -- OUTLET PLUMBING OPTIONS

1. ALWAYS INSTALL either a single bypass valve, #7214383, or a 3 valve bypass system.

2. Use 1”... or , 3/4” (minimum) pipe and fittings.

3. Use sweat copper... or, threaded pipe*... or, PVC plastic pipe.*

*Sweat soldering is required to adapt to the fittings (1” male) supplied with the filter, or obtain approved com­pression adaptors. The following special fittings are available from Ecodyne. Be sure to comply with all local

plumbing codes.

OPTIONAL INLET/OUTLET FITTINGS

#7104546 PVC Nipple --- Use in place of included copper inlet and outlet tubes.

#7129211 Adaptor Fitting, 1–1/2” (2) --- Use in place of included copper inlet and outlet tubes.

#7120259 Elbow --- Extends inlet and/or outlet in any 90° direction.

" OTHER REQUIREMENTS

4. A drain is needed for recharge discharge water. A standpipe, close to the filter is preferred. A laundry tub,
floor drain, etc., are other options.

CAUTION: Drain water exits the ho se at a fast flow rate, and at water system pressure. Be sure the hose is
fastened in some manner to prevent ”whipping” and splashing to prevent water damage to surrounding area.

5. A 120V, 60Hz, grounded, continuously “live”, electrical outlet is needed, in a dry location near the filter.

" TOOLS YOU MAY NEED

D tape measure D common screwdriver D cross--point screwdriver
D pliers D adjustable wrench D hacksaw
D tubing cutter D propane torch D emery cloth, sandpaper or steel wool
D pipe joint compound D primer D solvent cement
D LEAD-- FREE solder and flux

" MATERIALS YOU WILL NEED

H bypass valve, or 3 valves
H pipe and fittings as required
H 5/8” I. D. minimum drain hose, either standard garden hose, or hose onto a barb fitting*

*VALVE DRAIN OPTIONS: Flexible drain hose is not allowed in all localities (check your codes). For a rigid
valve drain run, plumb according to local codes. To connect to the valve drain fitting, purchase an adaptor ,
garden hose thread x 5/8” (minimum) tube.

" SELECT INSTALLATION LOCATION

Consider all of the following when selecting an installation location for the filter selected.

D To filter all water in the home, install the filter close to the water supply inlet. To conserve filtered water,

outside faucets should remain on raw water.

D If other water conditioning equipment is installed, locate as shown in Figure 3.
D A nearby drain is needed to carry away recharge discharge water. A standpipe is preferred, with a laundry

tub, floor drain, etc., as other options (check your local codes).

D The filter works on 24 volts only. A transformer is included (FOR INDOOR USE) to reduce 120V, 60 Hz

house electrical power. Provide an approved, grounded outlet, in a dry location near the filter . The filter
includes a power cable for connection between the transformer and the timer.

D Position the filter at least 6” from surrounding walls, or o ther appliances, to allow access for servicing.
D If installing the filter in an outside location, be sure to provide protection from the elements, contamination,

vandalism, and sunlight heat. The sun’s heat can melt plastic parts.

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FIGURE 3

COLD

HOT

OUTSIDE

FAUCETS

Pressure

tank

Chemical

Feed System

Water

Heater

Tas t e &

Odor
Filter

Water

Softener

Air Injected

Iron Filter

Water

Neutralizer

Filter

Sediment

Filter

Blending

Tan k

Well

Pump

INSTALLATION STEPS

IMPORTANT SANITIZING PROCEDURES

Care is taken at the factory t o keep your water filter clean and sanitary. Materials used to make the filter will not infect
or contaminate your water supply, and will not cause bacteria to grow. However, during shipping, storage, installing
and operating, bacteria could get into the filter. For this reason, sanitizing as follows is suggested* when installing.

a. Pour about 1 oz. or 2 oz. of the following disinfectant into the valve inlet fitting.

D Calcium hypochlorite, available in granular or tablet form, under trade names such as Perchloron or HTH

--- O R ---

D Common5.25%householdbleach(Clorox,Linco,BoPeep,WhiteSail,Eagle,etc.brands)

b. Sanitizing will be continued when you complete step 9 on page 9.

*

Sanitizing is recommended by the Water Quality Association for disinfecting. On some water supplies, they suggest

periodic sanitizing.

1. INSTALL INCLUDED SINGLE BYPASS VALVE and/or INSTALLATION ADAPTORS

NOTE: All fittings are in the parts bag.

a. Push the bypass valve, with lubricated o ---ring seals in place, into the valve inlet and outlet ports,

Figure 5. Be sure the o ---ring sealing surface is clean.

--- A N D /O R ---

b. Slide plastic installation adaptors, with lubricated o --- ring seals in place, into the filter valve or bypass valve

inlet and outlet ports, Figure 4 and Figure 5. Be sure the o ---ring sealing surface is clean.

NOTE: Be sure the turbine and support are in place in the valve outlet, as shown in Figure 4 and Figure 5.

c. Snap the two large plastic clips into place, from the top down, Figure 4 and Figure 5. Be sure they snap

into place. Pull on the bypass valve, or installation adaptors, to make sure they are held securely in place.

NOTE: For lubrication, use silicone grease approved for use on potable water supplies.

2. TURN OFF WATER SUPPLY

a. Closethemainwatersupplyvalve,nearwellpumporwatermeter.

b. Shut off the electricity or fuel supply to the water heater.

c. Open high and low faucets to drain all water from hose pipes.

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FIGURE 4 FIGURE 5

turbine & support

clip (2)

1” installation
adaptor (2)

o--ring seal (2)

VALVE

INLET

turbine &
support

VALVE

INLET

1” installation
adaptor (2)

o--ring seal (4)

clip (4)

single bypass
valve

3. INSTALLING 3 ---VALVE BYPASS

If installing a 3 ---valve bypass system, plumb as needed. If installing sweat copper, be sure to USE LEAD --­FREE SOLDER as required by Federal and State codes. Use pipe joint compound on outside pipe threads.

4.MOVEFILTERINTOPLACE

Move the filter into the installation position, setting on a solid, smooth and level surface.

CAUTION: DO NOT PLACE SHIMS DIRECTLY UNDER THE FIL TER. The weight of the tank may cause the
tank base to fracture at the shim.

5. ASSEMBLE INLET AND OUTLET PLUMBING

Measure, cut and loosely assemble pipe and fittings from the main water pipe, or from bypass valves installed
in step 3, to the filter inlet and outlet copper tubes.

BE SURE UNFIL TERED WATER
tion to be sure.

SUPPLY PIPE GOES TO THE FILTER INLET SIDE. Trace the water flow direc-

6. CONNECT INLET AND OUTLET PLUMBING

Complete the inlet and outlet plumbing as applicable.

a. SOLDERED COPPER

(1) Thoroughly clean and apply solder flux to all joints.
(2) Make all solder connections.
NOTE: Do not solder with plumbing attached to installation adaptors and single bypass valve. Soldering heat

will damage the adaptors and valve.
IMPORTANT: Secure ground clamp to metal pipes.

b. THREADED PIPE

(1) Apply pipe joint compound or Teflon tape to all male pipe threads.
(2) Tighten all threaded joints and make all solder connections.
IMPORTANT: Secure ground clamp to metal pipes.

c. CPVC PLASTIC PIPE

(1) Clean, prime and cement all joints, following the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with the plastic pipe
and fittings.

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A

FIGURE 6

ground
clamp

single

Bypass Valve

PULL OUT
for service

FIGURE 7

OUTLET

VALVE

3 -- Valve Bypass

BYPASS

VALVE

INLET

VALVE

B

clamp (2)

ground wire

PUSH IN

for bypass

from conditioner

D for SERVICE:

-- O p e n the inlet and outlet valves.

-- C l o s e the bypass valve.

D for BYPASS:

-- C l o s e the inlet and outlet valves.

-- O p e n the bypass valve.

to conditioner

7. COLD WATER PIPE GROUNDING

The house cold water pipe (metal only) is often used as a ground for the house electrical system. The 3 ---valve
bypass type, if installed, will maintain ground continuity. If you use the plastic bypass valve at the filter, continu­ity is broken. To restore the ground, install one of the following grounds.

a. Use the included ground clamp to jumper across the inlet and outlet copper tubes Figure 6a.
b. Install a #4 copper wire across the removed section of main water pipe, securely clamping on both ends,

Figure 6b.

8.INSTALLVALVEDRAINHOSE

a. Connect a length of 5/8” I.D. (minimum) hose to the valve drain elbowon the controller, Figure 1. The elbow

accepts a standard garden hose onto the threads.

NOTE: Flexible drain hose is not allowed in all localities. See option on page 6.

b. Route the hose to the drain point (standpipe, laundry tub, floor drain, etc.) as typically shown in Figure 1.

Affix the end of the hose securely to prevent “whipping” during recharges. Be sure to provide a 1 ---1/2” mini-

mum air gap, to prevent possible sewer water backup.

NOTE: Avoid long drain hose runs, or elevating the hose.

9. INSTALL VENT TUBE

a. Locate the 20’ coil of 1/4” O.D. tubing included with the filter. Connect one end of the tubing to the outlet

port of the solenoid valve, Figure 2.

NOTE: Do not cut the vent tubing --- use the entire 20’ length.

b. Route the vent tubing to the drain point (standpipe, laundry tub, floor drain, etc.) as typically shown in Figure

1. Affix the end of the tube securely, as water and air will exit this vent with force.

10. PRESSURE TESTING FOR LEAKS

TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE AIR PRESSURE IN THE FILTER AND PLUMBING SYSTEM, DO THE FOLLOWING
STEPS IN ORDER.

a. Open two or more filtered water faucets, both hot and cold.
b. Referring to Figure 7, turn the bypass valves to service position.
c. Slowly open the main water supply valve.
d. Close the filtered water faucets.
e. Check your complete installation for leaks. If rework is required, be sure to observe precautions in step

7.

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FIGURE 8

BACK OF TIMER

24VAC

OUT

TO 120V
OUTLET

TO 120V
OUTLET

24VAC

TRANSFORMER

CONNECT

TO AIR PUMP

NC

NO

POSITION
SWITCH 2

RELAY BOX

POSITION
SWITCH 1

SOLENOID

NO

NC

OUT

GND

+5

TURBINE
SENSOR

24V

MOTOR

11. CONNECT ALL LEADWIRES

a. Locate the power cable, which is shipped with one end plugged into the timer (PWA) under the top cover.

Refer to Figure 8. Attach the other end of the power cable to the transformer.

NOTE: Check to be sure the connectors are secure on the back of the timer.

b. Plug the leads from the relay box into the corresponding connectors of the wire harness, located near the

solenoid under the top cover. Route the wiring through the clip in the bottom cover, as shown in Figure 2.

12. CONNECT AIR PUMP

a. Fasten the air pump in place on the floor or a shelf nearby the filter.
b. Install the air filter (if required) and tubing connector fitting.
c. Connect the tubing from the check valve on the adaptor to the connector fitting on the air pump.
d. Plug the pump into the relay box connector.

13. CONNECT TO ELECTRICAL POWER

Plug the transformer into a continuously “live”, grounded, 120V, 60 Hz house electrical outlet, approved by
local codes.

14. To complete the installation, do the programming steps on pages 11 and 12.

NOTE: See water heater start---up on page 12.

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FIGURE 9

PROGRAMMING THE FACEPLATE T I M ER

UP button

display

TOUCH--HOLD

button

" TIMER SETTINGS REQUIRED, upon installation,and after an extended power outage, see Power Outage
Memory , page 14.

When the transformer is plugged into the electrical outlet, the model code and a test number (example: J1.1),
begins to flash in the faceplate display. Then, 12:00 PM and PRESENT TIME begins to flash. Program the timer
as follows.

DOWN button

SELECT button

" SET PRESENT TIME OF DAY

If the words PRESENT TIME do not show in the display, press the SELECT button until they do.

Press the
the time backward. Be sure AM or PM, is correct.

Press buttons and quickly release to slowly advancethe display. Hold for fast advance. This procedure applies
for all following settings.

Press the

UP or DOWN buttons to set the present time. Up moves the display ahead; down moves

SELECT button to set present time and advance to the next set up screen.

" SET DAYS TO RECHARGE

The default setting is 3 days. This means the filter will recharge every 3 days. If a change is needed, use the

UP or DOWN buttons to set from 1 to 99 days between recharges.

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PROGRAMMING THE FACEPLATE T I M ER

SUGGESTED RECHARGE DAYS

The filter must recharge to clean iron out of the filtering mineral. How often recharge is needed depends on
two things.

1. The parts per million (PPM) of iron in your water supply and;

2. The number of people that live in your house.

To use the table, find the ppm iron in your water supply across the top of the table. Read down this column,
and across from the number of people in the household. At the intersecting point, the suggested days to
rechargeareshown.Settherechargedaysonthetimer.

Number of people

in household

1 4 days 3 days 2 days 1 day
2 4 days 3 days 2 days 1 day
3 4 days 3 days 1 day 1 day
4 3 days 2 days 1 day 1 day
5 3 days 2 days 1 day 1 day
6 2 days 1 day 1 day 1 day
7 2 days 1 day 1 day 1 day

NOTE: If the water supply has high turbidity (sand, silt, sediments, etc.), manganese or hydrogen sul­fide, set the filter to recharge more often than the table above shows.

Press the SELECT button to set and advance to the next set up screen.

1--2 3--4 5--7 8--20

Iron (parts per million)

" SET RECHARGE TIME

The default setting is 12:00 AM. This is a good time if you have a water softener or another filter installed, the
recharge time should be offset to assure adequate water flow and pressure. For example, set the filter to start
backwash at 12:00 AM, or 4:00 AM, if the water softener is set to begin recharge at 2:00 AM.

If a change is needed, use the

UP or DOWN buttons to set time.

Press the SELECT button to set and return to the normal run display.

THE INSTALLATION AND PROGRAMMING STEPS ARE COMPLETE

NOTE: After you have completed all preceding instructions, your house water supply is filtered immediately.
However, your water heater is filled with unfiltered water and, as hot water is used, it will refill with filtered
water. When all the water is replaced in the water heater, all water will be filtered. If you want totally filtered water
immediately, drain the water heater until the water runs cold. Use extreme care as the hot water could cause

severe burns.

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START UP CHECKLIST

After completing the preceding installation and programming steps, check all the fol­lowing:

D Make sure the bypass valve(s) are in the “service” postion.
D Check for leaks.
D Open a filtered water faucet and confirm that the air pump runs. Pump will run for

8 seconds after water flow has stoped.

D Make sure the ball valve on the neck adaptor is open. See Figure 10.
D Make sure the solenoid vent is open when the air pump is running.
D Make sure the vent tube is held securely at the drain point. Air/water mixture

exits the vent tube with force. Observe the vent tube for at least 10 minutes while
air pump is running and solenoid is open to ensure that vent tube is held se ­curely and will not become dislodged from the drain.

FIGURE 10

Ball Valve

Open

Ball Valve

Closed

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FACEPLATE TIMER FEATURES, SETTINGS AND SERVICE

NORMAL OPERATION, TIMER DISPLAYS .........................................

During normal operation, the
present time of day, and AM or
PM, show in the time display
area. When a recharge be­gins, RECHARGE NOW starts

toflashinthedisplay,along
with the present time of day.
RECHARGE NOW flashes un­til the recharge is over.

feature: RECHARGE NOW ........................................................

For times you expect to use
more waterthan usual, use the
RECHARGE NOW control.
Press the Touch--- Hold button
until RECHARGE NOW begins
to flash in the time display. A

recharge begins immediately. The filter begins to fil­ter your water again in about 2 hours.

NOTE: Avoid using HOT water during the recharge,
because the water heater will refill with unfiltered wa­ter.

feature: VACATION CONTROL ....................................................

Before going on vacation, or
other long absence, press (do
not hold in) the Touch---Hold
button so VAC starts to flash in
the display. The timer contin­ues to keep time, but recharges will not occur and
waste water.

When you return, press the T ouch---Hold button
again to return the filter to service, and the present
time in the display. REMEMBER TO DO THIS, or the
filter will not recharge until you do.

NOTE: To shut off the water supply to the filter, use
the plumbing bypass valve(s).

feature: POWER OUTAGE MEMORY ...............................................

If electrical power to the timer is interrupted, the
“memory” built into timer circuitry keeps all settings
for several hours. The display is blank and the filter
will not recharge. When electrical power comes on,
one of two things will happen.

1. The present time of day will show, meaning the

timer memory has kept all time settings.

NOTE: If the filter was recharging when power was
lost, it will now finish the cycle.

2. The display will show a time, but it will be flashing.

The timer memory did not keep the time settingsand

they must be reset (page 11). The display returns to
a flashing time, then begins to keep time again. If you
do not reset the time of day, the filter will recharge
based on the days to recharge, however, recharges
will most likely be at the wrong time of day.

NOTE: The flashing display is to remind you to re­set the timer.

If the filter was recharging when power was lost, the
valve will return to service position without finishing
the cycle. Use RECHARGE NOW (see above) to
start another cycle if needed.

feature: ERROR CODES ..........................................................

An error code could appear in
the faceplate display if a prob­lem occurs in the filter. If you
seeanerrorcode,forexample

Err03, instead of the present time of day , please call
your local dealer for service, or see your warranty on
page 2.

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FACEPLATE TIMER FEATURES, SETTINGS AND SERVICE

service: RECHARGE CYCLE TIME ADJUSTMENTS ..................................

The default settings for backwash (25 minutes) and fast rinse (5 minutes) cycles of recharge are factory set
for maximum performance of the filter. Use the following procedures to check for correct cycle times, or to
change if desired. However, only trained technicians should change the time settings.

NOTE: Fill and brine times are adjustable, but preset at the factory to zero minutes. It is recommended to leave
these settings as preset, unless the filter is used in a custom application by the installer.

service: ADJUSTABLE BACKWASH TIME ..........................................

Press and hold the Select but­ton until the display shows
“ 00 0 --- --- ” , t h e n p r e s s t h e S e ­lect button three times to ad­vance to the Backwash time
adjust screen.

Using the Up or Down buttons
adjust the backwash time
from 0 minutes to 60 minutes.

service: ADJUSTABLE FAST RINSE TIME ..........................................

Press and hold the Select but­ton until the display shows
“ 00 0 --- --- ” , t h e n p r e s s t h e S e ­lect button four times to ad­vance to the Fast Rinse time
adjust screen.

Using the Up or Down buttons
adjust the Fast Rinse time
from 0 minutes to 60 minutes.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The air injector adaptor is installed between the filter valve and mineral tank. A pump injects air into the iron
filter through the adaptor. The air oxidizes the iron. The oxidized iron is then mechanically filtered by the filter
mineral bed. The solenoid valve allows excess air to vent from the tank.

SERVICE, BACKWASH AND FAST RINSE CYCLES

SERVICE (See Figure 11): Unfiltered water enters the valve inlet port. Internal valve porting routes the water
into the mineral tank. The water is filteredas it passes through the mineral bed, then enters the bottom distribu­tor. Filtered water flows back into the valve and out the valve outlet, to the house filtered water pipes.

In time, the filter needs cleaning to remove sediments, dirt, iron, etc., from the mineral bed. This cleaning is
done in two stages, or cycles, called backwash and fast rinse. It is started automatically by the timer.

BACKWASH (See Figure 12): The timer starts the valve motor and moves the valve into backwash position.
Water is routed down and out the bottom distributor, up through the mineral bed, and out of the filter to the
drain. The fast flow (controlled by a flow plug in the drain fitting) flushes dirt, sediments, iron deposits, etc.
to the drain. The mineral bed is lifted and expanded for maximum cleaning.

FAST RINSE (See Figure 13): Valve rotation positions the inner discs so water flow enters the mineral tank
through the top, and exits at the bottom, to the drain. The fast flow of water downward, packs the mineral
bed and prepares it for return to service.

The timer energizes the valve motor again to return the valve to service

.

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WATER FLOW PATHS THROUGH VALVE

FIGURE 11

SERVICE CYCLE

FIGURE 12

BACKWASH CYCLE

FIGURE 13

FAST RINSE CYCLE

FLOW PLUG

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Description of Operation -- Air pump activation & solenoid venting system

When service water flows through the filter, it rotates the turbine (located in the valve’s outlet port), sending a
signal to the controller (PWA). The controller then activates a 24V power supply to the vent solenoid and relay
box. When activated, the relay box turns on the 120V power supply to the air pump. The air pump adds a head of
air in the filter tank. This supplies oxygen that aerates the water and oxidizes iron, manganese and hydrogen
sulfide (generating particles). The vent solenoid is opened during this time, permitting oxygen--depleted air to
escape and be continuously replaced in the tank by fresh air. After oxidation, the birm filtration media filters out
the particles. During the backwash / rinse cycles, the filter cleans itself. During regenerations the air pump and
vent solenoid do not activate. After service water flow stops, the air pump will run for an additional 8 seconds.

Adaptor Troubleshooting Guide

If excess air is in household plumbing, the air vent is
most likely plugged with debris.

Close ball valve. Then disconnect tubing from sole­noid inlet, as shown below. Remove the inlet screen,
located inside the inlet port of the solenoid. Clean
and reinstall the inlet screen.

After vent is cleared, reconnect tubing, open ball
valve and check for leaks.

Solenoid Inlet

(remove and

WARNING: FILTER

TANK CONTAINS AIR.

TO RELIEVE PRES-

SURE, PUT BYPASS

VALVE IN BYPASS AND
ADVANCE FILTER VALVE
TO BACKWASH BEFORE

DISASSEMBLY.

clean screen)

Ball Valve

(close first)

TROUBLESHOOTING

ALWAYS MAKE THESE INITIAL CHECKS FIRST

1. Doesthetimedisplayshowthecorrecttimeofday?

...If display is blank, check power source to the filter.

...If time is flashing, power was off for over 6 hours. The filter resumesnormal operationbut backwashesoccur
at the wrong time.

2. Plumbing bypass valve(s) must be in SERVICE position, Figure 6, page 9.

3. The inlet and outlet pipes must connect to the filter inlet and outlet respectively.

4. Is the transformer plugged into a “live” grounded wall outlet?

5. Thevalvedrainhosemustbefreeofkinksandsharpbends.

If you do not find the problem after making the initial checks, do the MANUAL ADVANCE DIAGNOSTICS.

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" MANUAL ADVANCE DIAGNOSTICS

Use the following procedures to advance the filter valve through the recharge cycles to check operation.

Remove top cover to observe valve rotation.

NOTE: Display must show time and day.

1. Press and hold the Select button until the display shows “000 --- ---”.

position
markers

(valve in

service)

MOTOR

CAM

2. To advance the valve, press the Touch ---Hold button each time you want to move into the next cycle.

 Press the Touch---Hold button to move filter into backwash.

a. If it does not move into backwash, the valve motor is inoperative. Check all wiring and connections.

 Press the Touch ---Hold button to move filter into fast rinse. Again look for fast drain flow.

 To return filter to service, press the Touch---Hold button.

NOTE: While in manual advance, the time display will automatically return to the present time if a button is
not pressed within four minutes.

NOTE: The air pump and solenoid will only operate when the valve is in the SERVICE position.

" RESETTING TO FACTORY DEFAULTS

To reset the electronic controller to its factory default for all settings (time, days to recharge, etc.):

1. Press the SELECT button and hold it until the
display changes twice to show “CODE” and the
flashing model code.

2. Press the UP button (a few
times, if necessary) to display a
flashing “SoS”.

3. Press the SELECT button, and the electronic
controller will restart.

4. Set the present time, hardness, etc., as described
on pages 11 & 12.

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service: MANUAL INITIATED ELECTRONICS DIAGNOSTIC ..........................

1. Press and hold the Select
button until the display shows
“ 00 0 --- --- ” t o e n t e r d ia g n o s t i c s.

The letter (P) and dash(es) in­dicate POSITION switch op­eration. The letter appearing
means the switch is closed;
the dash means the switch is
open.

Use the To u c h --- H o l d button to manually advance
the valve into each cycle and check correct switch
operation.

CORRECT

SWITCH

DISPLAYS VALVE CYCLE STATUS

-- --

-- P

Valve in service, backwash or fast
rinse position.

Valve rotating from one position to
another.

While in this diagnostic screen, the following infor­mation is available and may be beneficial for various
reasons. This information is retained by the comput­er from the first time electrical power is applied to the
face plate.

Press the Up button to display
the number of days this face
plate has had electrical power
applied.

Press the Do wn button to dis­play the number of recharges
initiated by this face plate
since the model code number
was entered.

2. Press the Select button and
hold in 3 seconds until a mod­el code appears in the display.

For correct filter operation, the model code number
must be HAIIF.

To reset the code, press the Up or Down button until
the correct number shows.

3. Press Select to return the present time display. If
the code was changed, make ALL the timer settings,
pages 11 and 12.

" OTHER SERVICE

UNFILTERED WATER BYPASS (unfiltered water “bleeds” into filtered water supply.

1. Defective rotor and disc, seal or wave washer (see pages 22 and 23).

2. Missing or defective o--ring(s) at resin tank to valve connection (see pages 20 and 21).

" AUTOMATIC ELECTRONIC DI AGNOSTICS

The face plate has a self diagnostic function for the electrical systems (except input power). The faceplate
monitors the electronic components and circuits for correct operation. If a malfunction occurs, an error code
appears in the faceplate display.

POSSIBLE DEFECT

CODE MOST LIKEL Y  -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --  LEAST LIKELY

Err 01 Err 02
Err 03 Err 04

Err 05 faceplate

PROCEDURE FOR REMOVING ERROR CODE FROM FACEPLATE: 1. Unplug transformer-------- 2. Correct defect---- ---- 3.

Plug in transformer-- -- ---- 4. Wait for 8 minutes. The error code will return if the defect was not corrected. Press and hold the TOUCH-­HOLD button for 3 seconds as an alternate way to clear an error code.

wiring harness or connection to position switch / switch / valve defect causing high torque / motor
inoperative

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REPAIR PA RT S

23

22

21

23

14

20

18

19

15

16

17

3

Valve Assembly

(see pages 22 & 23)

1

2

4

5

7

6

8

24

26

25

9

10

11

WARNING: FILTER

12

13

TANK CONTAINS AIR.

TO RELIEVE PRES-

SURE, PUT BYPASS

VALVE IN BYPASS AND
ADVANCE FILTER VALVE
TO BACKWASH BEFORE

DISASSEMBLY.

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REPAIR PA RT S

KEY
NO.

10 7092202 Resin Tank, 10” dia. x 47”

11 4015000 Birm, Pkd.

12 7124415 Quartz

13 7302039 Ta n k B as e

PART

NO.

1 7085297 Transformer, 24V --- 40VA

2 7132840 Power Cord

3 7322801 Wire Harness, Solenoid

4 7260554 Top Cover (order following decal)

--- 7285279 Decal

5 7286699 Repl. PWA

6 7189449 Bottom Cover

--- 7331177

7  Clamp Section, 4 req.

8  Retainer Clip, 4 req.

9 7105047 Rep’l Distributor, bottom

Ta n k N e c k Cl am p K i t
(includes 2 ea. of Key Nos. 7 & 8)

DESCRIPTION

KEY

NO.

--- 7112963

14  O--- ring, 13/16 I.D. x 1 ---1/16 O.D.

15  O --- r i n g , 2 --- 7 / 8 I . D. x 3 --- 1 / 4 O. D .

16  O --- r i n g , 2 --- 3 / 4 I . D. x 3 O. D.

17 7310278

18 7190628 Check Valve

19 7168312 O--- ring, 63/64 I.D. x 1--- 1/4 O.D.

20 7306813 Nipple

21 7171666 Connector, 1/4 Tube to 1/4 NPT

22 7306839 Ball Valve

23 7161823 Tub i ng, 1/ 4” x 2 0 f t .

24 7322681 Relay Box

25 7288081 Air Pump, 120V (incl. Key No. 26)

26

--- 7311313

PART

NO.

7171666

7171674

DESCRIPTION

Distributor O--- ring Kit
(includes Key Nos. 14---16)

Adaptor Assembly
(includes Key Nos. 18---22)

Connector, 1/4 Tube to 1/4 NPT
(use with Gast Pump)

Connector, 1/4 Tube to 1/8 NPT
(use with Thomas Pump)

A d a p t or K i t ( i nc l . K e y N o s . 1 4 --- 1 7 &
2ea.of7&8)

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REPAIR PA RT S

50

51

83

82

82

86

85

84

seal

81

w e a r --- s t r i p

cross-- -section

view

80

60

61

66

67

59

54

55

56

58

52

53

57

flow plug

assembly

assembled

view

87 70

72

79

77

78

76

65

75

64
68

69

22

62

63

74

73

72

71

70

88

REPAIR PA RT S

KEY

NO.

50 7224087 Screw,#6-20x7/8(2req.)

51 7286039 Motor(incl.2ea.ofKeyNo.50)

52 0900857 Screw,#6-20x3/8(3req.)

53 7231393 Motor Plate

54 7171250 Bearing

55 7283489 Cam and Gear

56 7169180 Clip (Drain)

57 7172793 Drain Hose Adaptor

58 7170288 O-ring, 15/16 x 1--- 3/16

59 7178189 Flow Plug, 5 gpm

60  O-ring, 5/8 x 13/16

61  O - r i n g , 1 --- 1 / 8 x 1 --- 1 / 2

62  O - r i n g , 4 --- 1 / 2 x 4 --- 7 / 8

63  Rotor Seal

64  Seal

65  Seal, Nozzle & Venturi

66 7174313 Bearing, Wave Washer

67 7185500 Rotor & Disc

68 7171187 Plug (Drain Seal)

69 7129889 Spring

70 7089306 Clip (4 req.)

PART

NO.

-- 7185487 S ea l K i t ( i n c l u d e s K e y N os . 6 0 --- 6 5 )

DESCRIPTION

KEY

NO.

71 7271204 Installation Adaptor, 1” (2 req.)

72 7311127 O --- r i n g , 1 --- 1 / 1 6 x 1 --- 5 / 16 ( 4 r e q. )

-- 7290931

73  Turbine Support & Shaft

74  Tu rbin e

75 7171145 Valve Body

76 7170319 O ---ring, 1/4 x 3/8 (2 req.)

77 7100940 Plug

78 7081201 Retainer

79 7309811 Wire Harness & Sensor Housing

80 7175199 Wave Washer

81 7171161 Valve Cover

82 7306821

83 7322699 Solenoid

84 7172997 Screw,#10x2---5/8(8req.)

85 7305150 Switch (2 req.)

86 7140738 Screw,#4-24x3/4(4req.)

87 7214383

88 7248706 Ground Clamp Kit

PART

NO.

DESCRIPTION

Turbine & Support Assembly
(includes 1 ea. of Key Nos. 73, 74
& 2 ea. of Key No. 72)

Connector, 1/4 QC to 1/4 NPT
(2 req.)

Bypass Valve (includes 2 ea. of
Key Nos. 70 & 72)

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