ECOPURE EP100, EP200, EP30, EP 7140, EP40 Installation And Operation Manual

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Models

EP100 & EP200

How to install, operate

and maintain your Demand

Controlled Water Softener

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installing, operating or maintaining your water

softener, call our toll free number:

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the model and serial number of your product,

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found on the rating decal, located on the rim

below the salt lid hinges.

Systems tested and certified by NSF International

against NSF/ANSI Standard 44

for hardness reduction and efficiency,

and certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 372.

Systems tested and certified by the

Water Quality Association against CSA B483.1.

Manufactured and warranted by

Ecodyne Water Systems

1890 Woodlane Drive Woodbury, MN 55125

Installation and Operation Manual

7352262 (Rev. A 9/25/15)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page

Specifications & Performance Claims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Inspect Shipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Water Conditioning Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11

Programming the Water Softener (Model EP100) § Customizing Features / Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14

Programming the Water Softener (Model EP200) § Customizing Features / Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17

Routine Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-22

Exploded View & Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-27

WATER SOFTENER WARRANTY

Warrantor: Ecodyne Water Systems, 1890 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125

Warrantor guarantees, to the original owner, that:

One Year Full Warranty:

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

● 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 or workmanship, will be provided at no additional cost.

Limited Warranties:

● For a period of ten (10) years from the date of purchase, the salt storage tank and fiberglass mineral tank will not rust, corrode, leak, burst, or in any other manner, fail to perform its proper functions.

● For a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase, the electronic control board will be free of defects in materials and workmanship and will perform its 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. If you have questions regarding a warranted product, need assistance with installation or troubleshooting, wish to order a part or report a warranty issue, we are just a phone call away. SIMPLY DIAL 1-800-693-1138, Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST, for assistance.

This water softener is manufactured by

Ecodyne Water Systems LLC, 1890 Woodlane Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125

The above warranties are effective provided the water softener is operated at water pressures not exceeding 100 psi (7.0 kg/cm to abuse, misuse, alteration, neglect, freezing, accident or negligence; and provided further that the water softener is not damaged as the result of any unusual force of nature such as, but not limited to, flood, hurricane, tornado or earthquake. Warrantor is excused if failure to perform its warranty obligations is the result of strikes, government regulation, materials shortages, or other circumstances beyond its control.

*THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES ON THE WATER SOFTENER BEYOND 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 WARRANTOR UNDER THESE WARRANTIES IS TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE COMPONENT OR PART WHICH PROVES TO BE DEFECTIVE WITHIN THE SPECIFIED TIME PERIOD, AND WARRANTOR IS NOT LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES. NO WARRANTOR 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 exclusions 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 warranty applies to consumer-owned installations only.

), and at water temperatures not exceeding 120°F (49°C); provided further that the water softener is not subject

General Provisions

Specifications & Performance Claims

These models are efficiency rated. The efficiency rating is valid only at the minimum salt dose. These softeners have a demand initiated regeneration (D.I.R.) feature that complies with specific performance specifications intended to minimize the amount of regenerant brine and water used in their operation.

These softeners have a rated softener efficiency of not less than 3,350 grains of total hardness exchange per pound of salt (based on sodium chloride) and shall not deliver more salt than their listed rating or be operated at a sustained maximum service flow rate greater than their listed rating. These softeners have been proven to deliver soft water for at least ten continuous minutes at the rated service flow rate. The rated salt efficiency is measured by laboratory tests described in NSF/ANSI Standard 44. These tests represent the maximum possible efficiency that the system can achieve. Operational efficiency is the actual efficiency after the system has been installed. It is typically less than the rated efficiency, due to individual application factors including water hardness, water usage, and other contaminants that reduce a softener's capacity.

Model EP100 Model EP200

Model Code o30 o40

13,200 @ 2.9 lbs.

Rated Softening Capacity (Grains @ Salt Dose)

Rated Efficiency (Grains/Pound of Salt @ Minimum Salt Dose) 4,567 @ 2.9 lbs. 4,987 @ 3.2 lbs.

Water Used During Regeneration @ Minimum Salt Dose

Total Water Used Per Regeneration @ Maximum Salt Dose 33.6 gallons 42.1 gallons

Rated Service Flow Rate 7.0 gpm 8.5 gpm

Amount of High Capacity Ion Exchange Resin .82 cu. ft. 1.06 cu. ft.

Pressure Drop at Rated Service Flow 11.9 psig 10.0 psig

Water Supply Max. Hardness 95 gpg 110 gpg

Water Supply Max. Clear Water Iron 7 ppm* 10 ppm*

Water Pressure Limits (min. / max.)

Water Temperature Limits (min. / max.) 40 - 120 °F (5 - 49 °C)

Minimum Water Supply Flow Rate 3 gpm

Maximum Drain Flow Rate 2.2 gpm

25,500 @ 8.0 lbs.

30,000 @ 13.1 lbs.

2.8 gallons / 1,000 grains

20 - 100 psi (1.4 - 7.0 kg/cm

16,000 @ 3.2 lbs. 33,600 @ 10.0 lbs. 40,300 @ 16.9 lbs.

2.7 gallons / 1,000 grains

)**

*Capacity to reduce clear water iron is substantiated by WQA test data. State of Wisconsin requires additional

treatment if water supply contains clear water iron exceeding 5 ppm.

These systems conform to NSF/ANSI 44 for the specific performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data.

Variable Salt Dose: The salt dose is selected by the electronic controls at regeneration time based on the

amount needed.

Questions? Call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138 Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST

or visit www.ecopurewaterproducts.com

When you call, please be prepared to provide the model and serial number,

found on the rating decal, located on the rim below the salt lid hinges.

8.6 cm

OUT

IN - OUT

94.0 cm

Dimensions

52.4 cm

43.8 cm

TOP VIEW

108.6 cm

SIDE VIEW

FRONT VIEW

FIG. 1

Safety Guides

= The water softener requires a minimum water flow of 3 gallons (11.4 L) per minute at the inlet. Maximum allow-

able inlet water pressure is 100 psi (7.0 kg/cm pressure reducing valve in the water supply pipe to the system (Adding a pressure reducing valve may reduce the flow). If your home is equipped with a back flow preventer, an expansion tank must be installed in accordance with local codes and laws.

= The water softener works on 28V DC electrical power, supplied by a direct plug-in power supply (included). Be

sure to use the included power supply and plug it into a nominal 120V, 60 Hz household outlet that is in a dry location only, grounded and properly protected by an overcurrent device such as a circuit breaker or fuse.

= Do not use this system to treat water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate dis-

infection upstream or downstream of the system.

European Directive 2002/96/EC requires all electrical and electronic equipment to be disposed of according to Waste Electrical 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.

). If your house water pressure is over the maximum, install a

Do not return the water softener to store.

If you have any questions, or there are missing parts or damage, please call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138, Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST, or visit www.ecopurewaterproducts.com

When you call, please be prepared to provide the model and serial number, found on the rating decal, located on the rim below the salt lid hinges.

Inspect Shipment

The parts required to assemble and install the water softener are included with the unit. Thoroughly check the water softener for possible shipping damage and parts loss. Also inspect and note any damage to the shipping carton.

Packing List

Bypass Valve

Hose Clamps

Drain Hose

Adaptor Elbow

Remove and discard (or recycle) all packing materials. To avoid loss of small parts, we suggest you keep the small parts in the parts bag until you are ready to use them.

Installation

Adaptors

(including 1 spare)

Grommet

Clips

FIG. 2

Water Conditioning Information

IRON

Iron in water can cause stains on clothing and plumbing fixtures. It can negatively affect the taste of food, drinking water, and other beverages. Iron in water is measured in parts per million (ppm). The total* ppm of iron, and type or types*, is determined by chemical analysis. Four different types of iron in water are:

= Ferrous (clear water) iron = Ferric (red water) iron = Bacterial and organically bound iron = Colloidal and inorganically bound iron (ferrous or

ferric)

Ferrous (clear water) iron is soluble and dissolves in water. This water softener will reduce moderate amounts of this type of iron (see specifications).** Ferrous (clear water) iron is usually detected by taking a sample of water in a clear bottle or glass. Immediately after taking, the sample is clear. As the water sample stands, it gradually clouds and turns slightly yellow or brown as air oxidizes the iron. This usually occurs in 15 to 30 minutes.

When using the softener to reduce Ferrous (clear water) iron, add 5 grains to the hardness setting for every 1 ppm of Ferrous (clear water) iron. See "Set Water Hardness Number" section.

Ferric (red water), and bacterial and organically bound irons are insoluble. This water softener will not remove ferric or bacterial iron. This iron is visible

immediately when drawn from a faucet because it has oxidized before reaching the home. It appears as small cloudy yellow, orange, or reddish suspended particles. After the water stands for a period of time, the particles settle to the bottom of the container. Generally these irons are removed from water by filtration. Chlorination is also recommended for bacterial iron.

Colloidal and inorganically bound iron is of ferric or ferrous form that will not filter or exchange out of water. This water softener will not remove colloidal iron. In some instances, treatment may improve colloidal iron water. Colloidal iron water usually has a yellow appearance when drawn. After standing for several hours, the color persists and the iron does not settle, but remains suspended in the water.

SEDIMENT

Sediment is fine, foreign material particles suspended in water. This water softener will not remove sediment. This material is most often clay or silt. Extreme amounts of sediment may give the water a cloudy appearance. A sediment filter installed upstream of the water softener normally corrects this situation.

* Water may contain one or more of the four types of

iron and any combination of these. Total iron is the sum of the contents.

** Capacity to reduce clear water iron is substantiated

by WQA test data.

Installation Requirements

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS

Consider all of the following when selecting an installation location for the water softener.

= Do not locate the water softener where freezing

temperatures occur. Do not attempt to treat water over 49ºC. Freezing temperatures or hot water damage voids the warranty.

= To condition all water in the home, install the water

softener close to the water supply inlet, and upstream of all other plumbing connections, except outside water pipes. Outside faucets should remain on hard water to avoid wasting conditioned water and salt.

= A nearby drain is needed to carry away regenera-

tion discharge (drain) water. Use a floor drain, laundry tub, sump, standpipe, or other options (check your local codes). See "Air Gap Requirements" and "Valve Drain Requirements" sections.

= The water softener works on 28V DC electrical

power, supplied by a direct plug-in power supply (included). Provide nearby a 120V, 60 Hz electrical outlet in accordance with national and local codes.

= Always install the water softener between the water

inlet and water heater. Any other installed water conditioning equipment should be installed between the water inlet and water softener (See Figure 4 below).

= Avoid installing in direct sunlight. Excessive sun

heat may cause distortion or other damage to nonmetallic parts.

PLUMBING CODES

All plumbing must be completed in accordance with national, state and local plumbing codes.

AIR GAP REQUIREMENTS

A drain is needed for regeneration water (See Figure

3). A floor drain, close to the water softener, is preferred. A laundry tub, standpipe, etc. are other drain options. Secure valve drain hose in place. Leave an air gap of 4 cm between the end of the hose and the drain. This gap is needed to prevent backflow of sewer water into the water softener. Do not put the end of the drain hose into the drain.

4 cm

air gap

FLOOR DRAIN

Drain Hose

4 cm

air gap

Drain Hose

4 cm

air gap

LAUNDRY TUBSTANDPIPE

Drain Hose

FIG. 3

THE PROPER ORDER TO INSTALL WATER TREATMENT EQUIPMENT

Untreated Water to

Cold Water

to House

Hot Water

to House

Outside Faucets

Water

Heater

Softener

Water

Optional

Sediment

Filter

City Water Supply

Pressure

Tank

Well Water Supply

Well

Pump

FIG. 4

Installation Requirements

VALVE DRAIN REQUIREMENTS

Using the flexible drain hose (included), measure and cut to the length needed. Flexible drain hose is not allowed in all localities (check your plumbing codes). If local codes do not allow use of a flexible drain hose, a rigid valve drain run must be used. Purchase a compression fitting (1/4 NPT x 1.25 cm minimum tube) and

1.25 cm tubing from your local hardware store. Plumb a rigid drain as needed (See Figure 6).

NOTE: Avoid drain hose runs longer than 9 meters.

Avoid elevating the hose more than 2.5 meters above the floor. Make the valve drain line as short and direct as possible.

1/4” NPT

Thread

Clip

Cut barbs from drain fit-

ting (pull clip to remove

1/4 NPT Threads

Barbs

fitting from valve)

Barbs for 9.5 mm I.D. Tubing

Hose Clamp

Drain Hose

FIG. 5

Compression Fitting.

1/4 NPT x 1.25 cm O.D.

Tube (not included)

1.25 cm Outside

Dia. Copper Tube

(not included)

FIG. 6

INLET / OUTLET PLUMBING OPTIONS

Always install either a single bypass valve (provided), as shown in Figure 7, or, if desired, parts for a 3 valve bypass system (not included) can be purchased and assembled, as shown in Figure 8. Bypass valves allow you to turn off water to the softener for maintenance if needed, but still have water in house pipes.

Pipe fittings must be 1.9 cm minimum.

Use:

= Copper pipe = Threaded pipe = PEX (Crosslinked Polyethylene) pipe = CPVC plastic pipe = Other pipe approved for use with potable water

IMPORTANT: Do not solder with plumbing attached to

installation adaptors and single bypass valve. Soldering heat will damage the adaptors and valve.

Outlet

Valve

SINGLE BYPASS VALVE

Pull out for “Service” (Soft water)

Push in for “Bypass”

3 VALVE BYPASS

Bypass

Valve

From Water

Softener

To Water

Softener

FIG. 7

Inlet Valve

FIG. 8

Installation Instructions

TYPICAL INSTALLATION

To Outside

Faucets

Water Softener

Controller

Plug-in Power Supply

Valve Drain

Elbow

Valve Drain

Hose*

*Do not connect

the water softener valve drain hose to the salt storage tank overflow hose.

Hard Water

Valve

Main Water Pipe

Floor Drain

Conditioned Water

Overflow Drain Elbow

Salt Storage Tank Overflow Hose*

Secure Valve Drain Hose in place over Floor Drain

4 cm air gap

Inlet

Lubricated

Pipe

Clips

Outlet

O-ring

NOTE: See “Air Gap Requirements” section.

1” NPT Sweat Adaptor (not included)

1” NPT Threaded Adaptor

O-ring

Single Bypass Valve

FIG. 9

TURN OFF WATER SUPPLY

1. Close the main water supply valve, located near the

well pump or water meter.

2. Shut off the electric or fuel supply to the water heater.

3. Open all faucets to drain all water from house pipes.

NOTE: Be sure not to drain water from the water

heater, as damage to the water heater elements could result.

ASSEMBLY

1. EcoPure models are factory assembled. During

installation, unsnap and remove the top cover, together with the salt lid, to expose the softener valve assembly. Set them aside to prevent damage. Check the brinewell to be sure it is secured and vertical (See Figure 11).

2. Lift the brine valve out of the brinewell. Make sure the float stem is parallel to the stand tube so the seals will seat properly during operation. Place the brine valve back into the bottom of the brinewell and reinstall the brinewell cover.

3. Install the brine tank overflow grommet and elbow into the 2 cm diameter hole in the back of the salt storage tank wall.

MOVE THE UNIT INTO PLACE

1. Move the water softener into the desired location.

Set it on a solid, level surface.

IMPORTANT: Do not place shims directly under the

salt storage tank to level the softener. The weight of the tank, when full of water and salt, may cause the tank to fracture at the shim.

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Installation Instructions

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2. Visually check and remove any debris from the water softener valve inlet and outlet ports.

3. Make sure the turbine assembly spins freely in the "out" port of the valve (See Figure 10).

4. If not already done, put a light coating of silicone grease on the single bypass valve o-rings.

5. Push the single bypass valve into the softener valve as far as it will go. Snap the two large holding clips into place, from the top down as shown in Figures 12 & 13.

IMPORTANT: Be sure the clips snap firmly into place

so the single bypass valve will not pull out.

COMPLETE INLET AND OUTLET PLUMBING

Measure, cut, and loosely assemble pipe and fittings from the main water pipe to the inlet and outlet ports of the water softener valve. Be sure to keep fittings fully together, and pipes squared and straight.

Be sure hard water supply pipe goes to the water softener valve inlet side.

NOTE: Inlet and outlet are marked on the water sof-

tener valve. Trace the water flow direction to be sure hard water is to inlet.

IMPORTANT: Be sure to fit, align and support all

plumbing to prevent putting stress on the water softener valve inlet and outlet. Undue stress from misaligned or unsupported plumbing may cause damage to the valve.

Complete the inlet and outlet plumbing for the type of pipes you will be using.

Salt Lid

Brinewell

Cover

Brinewell

Stand

Tube

Brine

Valve

Top Cover

Clip

Channel

Nozzle & Venturi

Assembly

Brine Tank

Overflow

Grommet

Brine Tank

Overflow

Elbow

2 cm Hole

Brine Tubing

Salt Storage Tank

Float Stem

FIG. 11

Single Bypass Valve

Turbine

Turbine Support Assembly

Valve Outlet

FIG. 10

Correct Assembly

Clip

Outside diameter

of water softener

valve inlet & outlet

NOTE: Be sure all 3 tabs of the clip go through the matching

holes on the water softener valve inlet or outlet, and fully into the channel on the single bypass valve. Make sure that the tabs are fully seated.

Outside diameter of clip channel on single bypass valve

FIG. 12

FIG. 13

Installation Instructions

COLD WATER PIPE GROUNDING

CAUTION: The house cold water pipe (metal only)

is often used as a ground for the house electrical system, The 3-valve bypass type of installation, shown in Figure 8, will maintain ground continuity. If you use a plastic bypass valve at the unit, continuity is broken. To restore the ground, do the following:

1. Install a #4 copper wire across the removed section

of main water pipe, securely clamping it at both ends (See Figure 14) - parts not included.

NOTE: Check local plumbing and electrical codes

for proper installation of the ground wire. The installation must conform to them. In Massachusetts, plumbing codes of Massachusetts shall be conformed to. Consult with your licensed plumber.

Ground Wire

Clamp (2)

FIG. 14

INSTALL VALVE DRAIN HOSE

NOTE: See valve drain options on pages 6 & 7.

1. Measure, cut to needed length and connect the 9.5

mm drain line (provided) to the water softener valve drain fitting. Use a hose clamp to hold the hose in place.

IMPORTANT: If codes require a rigid drain line see

“Valve Drain requirements" section.

2. Run the drain hose (or a rigid line) to the floor drain. Secure drain hose. This will prevent “whipping'' during regenerations. Be sure to provide a 4 cm min-

imum air gap to prevent possible sewer water backup. See “Air Gap Requirements" section.

NOTE: In addition to a floor drain, you can use a laun-

dry tub or standpipe as a good drain point for this hose.. Avoid long drain hose runs, or elevating the hose more than 2.5 meters above the floor.

INSTALL SALT STORAGE TANK OVERFLOW HOSE

1. Measure, cut to needed length and connect the 9.5

mm drain line (provided) to the salt storage tank overflow elbow and secure in place with a hose clamp.

2 Route the hose to the floor drain, or other suitable

drain point no higher than the drain fitting on the salt storage tank (This is a gravity drain). If the tank overfills with water, the excess water flows to the drain point. Cut the drain line to the desired length and route it neatly out of the way.

IMPORTANT: For proper operation of the water soften-

er, do not connect the water softener valve drain tubing to the salt storage tank overflow hose.

TEST FOR LEAKS

To prevent air pressure in the water softener and plumbing system, complete the following steps in order:

1. Fully open two or more softened cold water faucets close to the water softener, located downstream from the water softener.

2. Place the bypass valve (single or 3 valve) into the "bypass" position. See Figures 7 & 8 on Page 7.

3. Slowly open the main water supply valve. Run water until there is a steady flow from the opened faucets, with no air bubbles.

4. Place bypass valve(s) in "service" or soft water position as follows:

= Single bypass valve: Slowly move the valve stem

toward "service," pausing several times to allow the water softener to fill with water.

= 3 valve bypass: Fully close the bypass valve and

open the outlet valve. Slowly open the inlet valve, pausing several times to allow the water softener to fill with water.

5. After about three minutes, open a hot water faucet until there is a steady flow and there are no air bubbles, then close this faucet.

6. Close all cold water faucets and check for leaks at the plumbing connections that you made.

7. Check for leaks around clips at softener’s inlet and outlet. If a leak occurs at a clip, depressurize the plumbing (turn off the water supply and open faucets) before removing clip. When removing clips at the softener’s inlet or outlet, push the single bypass valve body toward the softener (See Figure

15). Improper removal may damage clips. Do not reinstall damaged clips.

If removing

clips...

Installation Instructions

2. Complete the programming steps on:

Pages 12 & 13 for Model EP100, or Pages 15 & 16 for Model EP200.

SANITIZE THE WATER SOFTENER / SANITIZE AFTER SERVICE

...depressurize the plumbing, then push Bypass Valve body toward softener

FIG. 15

ADD WATER AND SALT TO THE SALT STOR AGE TANK

1. Using a container, add about three gallons of clean

water into the salt storage tank.

2. Add salt to the storage tank. Use nugget, pellet or coarse solar salts with less than 1% impurities.

PLUG IN THE POWER SUPPLY

During installation, the water softener wiring may be moved or jostled from place. Check to be sure all leadwire connectors are secure on the back of the electronic board and be sure all wiring is away from the valve gear and motor area, which rotates during regenerations.

1. Plug the water softener’s power supply into an electrical outlet that is not controlled by a switch and is approved by local codes.

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

1. Slide open the salt lid, remove the brinewell cover and pour about 90 ml (6 tablespoons) of household bleach into the softener brinewell. Replace the brinewell cover.

2 Make sure the bypass valve(s) is in the “service”

(open) position.

3 Start a recharge: Press the RECHARGE button and

hold for 3 seconds, until “Recharge Now” begins to flash in the display. This recharge draws the sanitizing bleach into and through the water softener. Any air remaining in the unit is purged to the drain.

4. After the recharge has completed, fully open a cold water faucet, downstream from the softener, and allow 190 liters of water to pass through the system. This should take at least 20 minutes. Close the faucet.

Recommended by the Water Quality Association. On some water supplies, the unit may need periodic disinfecting.

NOTE: The water heater is filled with hard water and,

as hot water is used, it will refill with conditioned water. In a few days, the hot water will be fully conditioned. To have fully conditioned hot water immediately, wait until the initial recharge is over. Then, drain the water heater (following instructions for water heater) until water runs cold.

PROGRAM THE CONTROLLER

1. Install the softener’s top cover and salt lid.

Questions? Call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138 Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST

or visit www.ecopurewaterproducts.com

When you call, please be prepared to provide the model and serial number,

found on the rating decal, located on the rim below the salt lid hinges.

RESTART THE WATER HEATER

1. Turn on the electricity or fuel supply to the water

heater and relight the pilot, if applicable.

NOTE: The water heater is filled with hard water and,

as hot water is used, it refills with conditioned water. In a few days, the hot water will be fully conditioned. To have fully conditioned hot water immediately, wait until the initial recharge (previous step) is over. Then, drain the water heater (following instructions for water heater) until water runs cold.

Programming the Water Softener

(Model EP100)

Display

RECHARGE button

When the power supply is plugged into the electrical outlet, a model code and a test number (example: J2.0), begin to flash in the faceplate display. Then, “12:00 PM” and the words “PRESENT TIME" begin to flash.

NOTE: If “- - - -” shows in the display, press the

or qDOWN button until the model code (“o30” for Model EP100) shows in the display. Then, press the SELECT button to set, and change to the flashing “PRESENT TIME" display.

SET TIME OF DAY

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

1. Press the present time. Up moves the display ahead; down sets the time back. Be sure AM or PM is correct.

UP or qDOWN buttons to set the

UP button

DOWN button

SELECT button

FIG. 17

SET WATER HARDNESS NUMBER

1. Press the SELECT button once again to display a

flashing “25” and the word “HARDNESS”.

FIG. 18

2. Press the

water’s hardness number.

NOTE: If your water supply contains iron, compen-

2 ppm iron x 5 = 10 +10

UP or qDOWN buttons to set your

sate for it by adding to the water hardness number. For example, assume your water is 20 gpg hard and contains 2 ppm iron. Add 5 to the hardness number for each 1 ppm of iron. In this example, you would use 30 for your hardness number.

20 gpg hardness

(times) 30 HARDNESS NUMBER

NOTE: Press buttons and quickly release to slowly

advance the display. Hold the buttons down for fast advance.

FIG. 16

NOTE: If you use potassium chloride (KCl) salt

instead of sodium chloride (NaCl) salt in this softener, increase the hardness setting by 25%. For example, if you will be using KCl and your water supply’s hardness is 20 gpg, set the softener to 25 gpg.

Programming the Water Softener

(Model EP100)

SET RECHARGE (REGENERATION) TIME

Your demand water softener will automatically regenerate when it needs to, based on water usage. The time of day that the automatic recharge cycle begins may be changed as follows:

1. Press the SELECT button once again to display a flashing “2:00AM” and the words “RECHARGE TIME”. This is a good time for the recharge to start in most households, because water is not in use.

FIG. 19

2. If you want to change the recharge start time,

press the desired time shows. Be sure AM or PM is correct.

3. Press the SELECT button once more to complete the initial programming. The current time of day will show in the display.

UP or qDOWN buttons until the

SET SALT EFFICIENCY

When this feature is ON, the water softener will operate at salt efficiencies of 4000 grains of hardness per pound of salt or higher (May recharge more often using smaller salt dosage but more regeneration water). The softener is shipped with this feature set OFF.

1. Press and hold the SELECT button until one of the screens in Figure 20 is displayed. Once in this display, press the SELECT button once and one of the two displays in Figure 21 is shown.

FIG. 20

2. Press the OFF. When set to ON, the efficiency icon will be displayed in the upper right hand corner of the normal run display.

UP or qDOWN buttons to set ON or

Efficiency Icon

3. Press the SELECT button three times, to return to the normal run display (See Figure 22).

Displayed when efficiency

is set to “ON”

Questions? Call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138 Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST

or visit www.ecopurewaterproducts.com

When you call, please be prepared to provide the model and serial number,

found on the rating decal, located on the rim below the salt lid hinges.

FIG. 21

FIG. 22

Customizing Features / Options

(Model EP100)

RECHARGE NOW

At times of greater than normal water use, such as when you have guests, you could run out of conditioned water before the next scheduled recharge. If this happens, you may want to initiate an immediate regeneration, as follows:

1. Press and hold the RECHARGE button until the words “RECHARGE NOW" flash in the display.

FIG. 23

RECHARGE NOW initiated

The softener enters the fill cycle of regeneration right away. “RECHARGE NOW” will flash during the regeneration. When completed (in about 2 hours), full water conditioning capacity is restored.

NOTE: Avoid using hot water while the softener is

regenerating, because the water heater will refill with bypass hard water.

RECHARGE TONIGHT

If you do not want to start an immediate recharge, but would like an extra recharge at the next preset recharge time, do the following to schedule a recharge:

1. Press and release (do not hold) the RECHARGE button.

ADJUSTABLE BACKWASH

If your incoming water supply has higher sediments or clear water iron, a longer Backwash and/or Fast Rinse time may help in keeping the unit cleaner.

To change the length of the Backwash:

1. Press and hold the SELECT button until the screen in Figure 25 is displayed.

FIG. 25

2. Press the SELECT button twice, so that “bA TIME”

appears in the display (See Figure 26).

FIG. 26

3. Press the pUP or qDOWN buttons to set the

length of Backwash in minutes.*

4. When the desired Backwash time appears in the display, press the SELECT button twice to return to the normal run (time of day) screen.

ADJUSTABLE FAST RINSE

To change the length of the Fast Rinse:

1. Press and hold the SELECT button until the screen in Figure 25 is displayed.

2. Press the SELECT button three times, so that “Fr TIME” appears in the display (See Figure 27).

RECHARGE TONIGHT initiated

The words “RECHARGE TONIGHT" flash in the display, and the softener will recharge at the next preset recharge time (If you decide to cancel the regeneration before it begins, press and release the RECHARGE button once more, and “RECHARGE TONIGHT” will disappear from the display). During regeneration, the word “RECHARGE NOW" will flash in the screen. When completed, full water conditioning capacity is restored.

FIG. 24

FIG. 27

3. Press the pUP or qDOWN buttons to set the

length of Fast Rinse in minutes.*

4. When the desired Fast Rinse time appears in the display, press the SELECT button once to return to the normal run (time of day) screen.

* Setting backwash and/or fast rinse times too low

may result in salty tasting water after regeneration.

Programming the Water Softener

(Model EP200)

Display

RECHARGE button

NOTE: If “- - - -” shows in the display, press the

or qDOWN button until the model code (“o40” for Model EP200) shows in the display. Then, press the SELECT button to set, and change to the flashing “SET TIME" display.

SELECT button

SET TIME OF DAY

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

1. Press the pUP or qDOWN buttons to set the present time. Up moves the display ahead; down sets the time back. Be sure AM or PM is correct.

Low Salt LED Indicator

UP button

DOWN button

FIG. 29

SET WATER HARDNESS NUMBER

1. Press the SELECT button once again to display a

flashing “25” and the word “HARDNESS”.

FIG. 30

2. Press the

water’s hardness number.

NOTE: If your water supply contains iron, compen-

2 ppm iron x 5 = 10 +10

UP or qDOWN buttons to set your

20 gpg hardness

(times) 30 HARDNESS NUMBER

NOTE: Press buttons and quickly release to slowly

advance the display. Hold the buttons down for fast advance.

Questions? Call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138 Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST

or visit www.ecopurewaterproducts.com

When you call, please be prepared to provide the model and serial number,

found on the rating decal, located on the rim below the salt lid hinges.

FIG. 28

NOTE: If you use potassium chloride (KCl) salt

continued on next page

Programming the Water Softener

LEVEL

SALT

(Model EP200)

SET RECHARGE (REGENERATION) TIME

Your demand water softener will automatically regenerate when it needs to, based on water usage. The time of day that the automatic recharge cycle begins may be changed as follows:

1. Press the SELECT button once again to display a flashing “2:00AM” and the words “SET RECHARGE TIME”. This is a good time for the recharge to start in most households, because water is not in use.

FIG. 31

2. If you want to change the recharge start time,

press the desired time shows. Be sure AM or PM is correct.

UP or qDOWN buttons until the

SET SALT LEVEL

The water softener has a low salt indicator light to remind you to refill the storage tank with salt.

NOTE: You must set salt level each time salt is added

to the water softener.

To set this monitor system:

1. Lift the salt lid and level the salt in the storage tank.

2. The salt level scale, on the brinewell inside the

tank, has numbers from 0 to 8 (See Fig. 32). Observe the highest number the leveled salt is at, or closest to.

level 2 or below, the “Low Salt" indicator light will flash. If you wish to turn this feature off, press the

DOWN button past 0, and the word “OFF” flash-

es in the display.

5. Press the SELECT button once more to complete the initial programming. The current time of day will show in the display.

SET SALT EFFICIENCY

1. Press and hold the SELECT button until one of the screens in Figure 33 is displayed. Once in this display, press the SELECT button once and one of the two displays in Figure 34 is shown.

FIG. 33

2. Press the pUP or qDOWN buttons to set ON or

OFF. When set to ON, the efficiency icon will be displayed on the right hand side of the normal run display.

Efficiency Icon

Brinewell

Salt

Level

3. Press the SELECT button to display the words “SET SALT LEVEL”.

4. Press the ber on the screen corresponds to the salt level. At

Num bers

UP or qDOWN buttons until the num-

FIG. 34

3. Press the SELECT button three times, to return to

the normal run display (See Figure 35).

Displayed when efficiency

is set to “ON”

FIG. 32

FIG. 35

Customizing Features / Options

(Model EP200)

RECHARGE NOW

1. Press and hold the RECHARGE button until the words “RECHARGE NOW" flash in the display.

FIG. 36

RECHARGE NOW initiated

The softener enters the fill cycle of regeneration right away. “RECHARGE NOW” will flash during the regeneration. When completed (in about 2 hours), full water conditioning capacity is restored.

NOTE: Avoid using hot water while the softener is

regenerating, because the water heater will refill with bypass hard water.

RECHARGE TONIGHT

If you do not want to start an immediate recharge, but would like an extra recharge at the next preset recharge time, do the following to schedule a recharge:

1. Press and release (do not hold) the RECHARGE button.

FIG. 37

RECHARGE TONIGHT initiated

ADJUSTABLE BACKWASH

If your incoming water supply has higher sediments or clear water iron, a longer Backwash and/or Fast Rinse time may help in keeping the unit cleaner.

To change the length of the Backwash:

1. Press and hold the SELECT button until the screen in Figure 38 is displayed.

FIG. 38

2. Press the SELECT button twice, so that “SET TIME

bA” appears in the display (See Figure 39).

FIG. 39

3. Press the

length of Backwash in minutes.*

4. When the desired Backwash time appears in the display, press the SELECT button twice to return to the normal run (time of day) screen.

UP or qDOWN buttons to set the

ADJUSTABLE FAST RINSE

To change the length of the Fast Rinse:

1. Press and hold the SELECT button until the screen in Figure 38 is displayed.

2. Press the SELECT button three times, so that “SET TIME Fr” appears in the display (See Figure

40).

3. Press the length of Fast Rinse in minutes.*

4. When the desired Fast Rinse time appears in the display, press the SELECT button once to return to the normal run (time of day) screen.

* Setting backwash and/or fast rinse times too low

may result in salty tasting water after regeneration.

UP or qDOWN buttons to set the

FIG. 40

Customizing

Routine Maintenance

Features / Options

(All Models)

POWER OUTAGE MEMORY

If electrical power to the water softener is lost, “memory'' built into the timer circuitry will keep all settings for several hours. While the power is out, the display is blank and the water softener will not regenerate. When electrical power is restored, the following will occur.

You have to reset the present time only if the display is flashing. The HARDNESS and RECHARGE TIME never require resetting unless a change is desired. Even if the clock is incorrect after a long power outage, the softener operates as it should to keep your water soft. However, regenerations may occur at the wrong time of day until you reset the clock to the correct time of day.

NOTE: If the water softener was regenerating when

power was lost, it will now finish the cycle.

Push Tool into

Salt Bridge to

Break

3 - 5 cm

Salt

Pencil

Mark

Broom

Handle

Salt Bridge

Water Level

FIG. 41

ADDING SALT

Lift the salt lid and check the salt storage level frequently. If the water softener uses all the salt before you refill it, you will experience hard water. Until you have established a refilling routine, check the salt every two or three weeks. Always add if less than 1/4 full. Be sure the brinewell cover is on.

NOTE: In humid areas, it is best to keep the salt stor-

age level lower, and to refill more often to avoid salt “bridging”.

Recommended Salt: Nugget, pellet or coarse solar salts with less than 1% impurities.

Salt Not Recommended: Rock salt, high in impurities, block, granulated, table, ice melting, ice cream making salts, etc.

BREAKING A SALT BRIDGE

Sometimes, a hard crust or salt “bridge” forms in the brine tank. It is usually caused by high humidity or the wrong kind of salt. When the salt “bridges,” an empty space forms between the water and the salt. Then, salt will not dissolve in the water to make brine. Without brine, the resin bed is not recharged and hard water will result.

If the storage tank is full of salt, it is difficult to tell if you have a salt bridge. A bridge may be underneath loose salt. Take a broom handle, or like tool, and hold it next to the water softener. Measure the distance from the floor to the rim of the water softener. Then, gently push the broom handle straight down into the salt. If a hard object is felt before the pencil mark is even with the top, it is most likely a salt bridge. Gently push into the bridge in several places to break it. Do not use any sharp or pointed objects as you may puncture the brine tank. Do not try to break the salt bridge by pounding on the outside of the salt tank. You may damage the tank.

Routine Maintenance

CLEANING THE NOZZLE & VENTURI

A clean nozzle & venturi (See Figure 42) is a necessity for the water softener to work properly. This small component creates the suction to move brine from the brine tank, into the resin tank. If it should become plugged with sand, silt, dirt, etc., the water softener will not work, and hard water will result.

Cap

O-ring Seal

Screen Support

Screen

Nozzle & Venturi Disc

Gasket

*Flow Plug (HVDC)

Housing

*Install with lettered

side up, concave side down.

IMPORTANT: Be sure small hole in the gasket is centered directly over the small hole in the nozzle & venturi housing. Be sure the numbers are facing up.

Ferrule

Nut

*Flow Plug

Cone Screen

FIG. 42

To get access to the nozzle & venturi, remove the water softener’s top cover. Put the bypass valve(s) into the bypass position. Be sure the water softener is in soft water (service) cycle (no water pressure at nozzle & venturi). Then, holding the nozzle & venturi housing with one hand, un screw the cap. Do not lose the o-ring seal. Lift out the screen support and screen. Then, remove the nozzle & venturi disc, gasket and flow plug(s). Wash the parts in warm, soapy water and rinse in fresh water. Be sure to clean both the top and bottom of the nozzle & venturi disc. If needed, use a small brush to remove iron or dirt. Do not scratch, misshape, etc., surfaces of the nozzle & venturi.

Gently replace all parts in the correct order. Lubricate the o-ring seal with silicone grease and locate in place. Install and tighten the cap by hand, while supporting the housing. Overtightening may break the cap or housing. Put the bypass valve(s) into service (soft water) position.

Recharge the softener to reduce water level in the tank. This will also assure that the softener is completely recharged and ready to provide softened water again. Check the water level in the tank by looking down the brinewell. If the water level does not drop after a recharge, the problem has not been resolved. Call 1-800-693-1138, Monday - Friday, 7 am to 6 pm, CST.

PROTECT THE WATER SOFTENER FROM FREEZING

If the softener is installed where it could freeze (summer cottage, lake home, etc.), you must drain all water from it to stop possible freeze damage. To drain the softener:

1. Close the shut-off valve on the house main water pipe, near the water meter or pressure tank.

2. Open a faucet in the soft water pipes to vent pressure in the softener.

3. Move the stem in the single bypass valve to bypass. Close the inlet and outlet valve in a 3 valve bypass system, and open the bypass valve. If you want water in the house pipes again, reopen the shut-off valve on the main water pipe.

4. Unplug the power supply at the wall outlet. Slide open the salt lid and remove the softener’s top cover. Take off both drain hoses if they will interfere with moving the softener into position over the drain.

5. Carefully remove the large holding clips at the softener inlet and outlet. Separate the softener from the plastic installation adaptors, or from the bypass valve.

6. Lay a piece of 5 cm thick board near the floor drain (See Figure 43).

7. Move the softener close to the drain. Slowly and gently, tip it over until the rim rests on the wood block with the inlet and outlet over the drain. Do not allow the softener’s weight to rest on the inlet and outlet fittings or they may break.

8. Tip the bottom of the softener up a few centimeters and hold until all water has drained. Leave the softener laying like this until you are ready to use it. Plug the inlet and outlet with clean rags to keep dirt, bugs, etc. out.

Floor Drain

Wood Block

FIG. 43

Troubleshooting Guide

PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION

No soft water 1. No salt in the storage tank. Refill with salt and then use RECHARGE NOW feature.

No soft water & display is blank

No soft water & salt level not dropping

No soft water & salt storage tank full of water, water running to drain while unit is in the soft water cycle

Water hard sometimes

Iron in water 1. Clear water iron in water supply. Test untreated water for hardness and iron, and program

Resin in house hold plumbing

Salt storage tank leaking

Motor stalled or clicking

Error code E1, E3 or E4 appears

Error code E5 1. Electronic control malfunction. Replace electronic control board.

1. Power supply unplugged at wall outlet, or power cable disconnected from back of elec tronic board or power supply malfunction.

2. Fuse blown, circuit breaker popped, or circuit switched off (See “Power Outage Memory” on Page 18).

3. Electronic control board malfunction. Replace electronic control board (See Page 25).

1. Salt storage tank “bridged”. Refer to “Breaking a Salt Bridge” section to break.

2. Bypass valve(s) in “bypass” position. Move bypass valve(s) to “service” position.

1. Dirty, plugged or damaged nozzle & venturi assembly

2. Inner valve fault causing leak. Replace seals and rotor.

3. Valve drain hose is plugged. Hose must not have any kinks, sharp bends or any water

4. Valve drain line and Salt Storage Tank overflow drain connected together by a tee.

5. Low or high system water pressure (low pressure may disrupt brine draw during recharge, high pressure may cause inner valve parts failure).

6. Brine float dirty or broken. Clean or replace Brine Valve Float Assembly.

7. Leak between valve and resin tank. Replace o-rings between resin tank and valve.

1. Incorrect time set. Check and change time setting.

2. Incorrect water hardness set. Refer to “Set Water Hardness” section to set correctly.

3. Incorrect model code programmed. Refer to “Program the Water Softener” section to set cor-

4. Hot water being used when softener is regenerating.

5. Possible increase in water hardness. Test untreated water for hardness and iron, and program

6. Leaking faucet or toilet valve. Excessive water usage.

2. Iron in soft water. Clean resin bed with Resin Bed Cleaner. Follow instruc-

3. Bacterial or organic bound iron. Cannot be treated by water softener.

1. Crack in distributor or riser tube. Replace resin tank assembly.

1. Crack in brine tank. Replace salt storage tank assembly.

1. Motor malfunction or internal valve fault causing high torque on motor.

1. Fault in wiring harness or connections to position switch.

2. Fault in switch. Replace switch.

3. Fault in valve causing high torque. Replace rotor/seal.

4. Motor inoperative. Replace motor.

Check for loss of power and correct. Reset electronic controls and then use RECHARGE NOW feature.

Replace fuse, reset circuit breaker, or switch circuit on, and then use RECHARGE NOW feature.

Take apart, clean and inspect nozzle & venturi (See “Cleaning the Nozzle & Venturi” section.

flow blockage (See “Valve Drain Requirements” section.

Disconnect tee and run separate drain lines.

If pressure is low, increase well pump output to a minimum 20 psi. If daytime pressure is over 100 psi, add a pressure reducing valve in the supply pipe to the softener. Contact a licensed plumber.

rectly.

Avoid using hot water while the softener is regenerating, as the water heater will fill with hard water.

the water softener accordingly (See “Set Water Hardness”) section to set.

A small leak can waste hundreds of gallons of water in a few days. Fix all leaks and always fully close faucets.

the water softener accordingly (See “Set Water Hardness”) section to set.

tions on package.

a. Replace rotor/seal. b. Replace motor & switch.

Replace wiring harness or connections to position switch.

Troubleshooting

AUTOMATIC ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTICS

This water softener has a self-diagnostic function for the electrical system (except input power and/or water meter). The water softener monitors electronic components and circuits for correct operation. If a malfunction occurs, an error code appears in the display.

FIG. 44

While an error code appears in the display, all buttons are inoperable except the SELECT button. SELECT remains operational so the service person can perform the Manual Advance Diagnostics, see below, to further isolate the problem.

Procedure for removing error code from display:

1. Unplug power supply from electrical outlet.

2. Correct problem.

3. Plug power supply back in.

4. Wait 8 minutes. The error code will return if

the problem was not corrected.

MANUAL ADVANCE DIAGNOSTICS

Use the following procedures to advance the water softener through the regeneration cycles to check operation.

Remove the top cover to expose the valve and ob serve cam and switch operation during valve rotation.

1. Press and hold SELECT for 3 seconds until “000” shows in the display, then release.

2. The 3 digits indicate water meter operation as follows:

000 (steady) = Soft water not in use, and no flow

through the meter.

Open a nearby soft water faucet.

000 to 199 (continual) = Repeats for each gallon

of water passing through the meter.

3. The letter “P” and a dash (or dashes) indicate POSITION switch operation (See Figure 45). If the

letter appears, the switch is closed. If the dash shows, the switch is open.

Water Meter

4. Use the RECHARGE button to manually advance the valve into each cycle and check correct switch operation.

NOTE: Be sure water is in contact with the salt, and

not separated by a salt bridge (See "Breaking A Salt Bridge" section).

5. 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 electronic controller.

a. Press the

days this electronic control has had electrical power applied.

b. Press the qDOWN button to display the number

of regenerations initiated by this electronic control since the code number was entered.

6. Press and hold the SELECT button until the model code (“o30” for Model EP100 or “o40” for Model EP200) shows in the display. This code identifies the softener model. If an incorrect model code is displayed, the softener will operate on incorrect configuration data.

Switch

UP button to display the number of

FIG. 45

FIG. 46

7. To change the code number, press the

DOWN button until the correct code shows.

8. To return to the present time display, press the SELECT button.

UP or

Troubleshooting

RESETTING TO FACTORY DEFAULTS

To reset the electronic controller to its factory default for all settings (time, hardness, 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 to display a flashing “SoS”.

UP button (a few times, if necessary)

Model EP200Model EP100

FIG. 47

3. Press the SELECT button, and the electronic con-

troller will restart.

4. Set the present time, hardness, etc., as described on pages 12 & 13 (for Model EP100) or pages 15 & 16 (for Model EP200).

MANUAL ADVANCE REGENERATION CHECK

This check verifies proper operation of the valve motor, brine tank fill, brine draw, regeneration flow rates, and other controller functions. Always make the initial checks, and the manual initiated diagnostics.

NOTE: The electronic control display must show a

steady time (not flashing). If an error code shows, first press the SELECT button to enter the diagnostic display.

1. Press the RECHARGE button and hold in for 3 seconds. RECHARGE begins to flash as the softener’s valve advances from the service to fill position. Remove the brinewell cover and, using a flashlight, observe fill water entering the tank.

If water does not enter the tank, look for an obstructed nozzle, venturi, fill flow plug, brine tubing, or brine valve riser pipe.

2. After observing fill, press the RECHARGE button to move the softener’s valve into the brine position. A slow flow of water to the drain will begin. Verify brine draw from the brine tank by shining a flashlight into the brinewell and observing a noticeable drop in the liquid level. This may take 15 to 20 minutes.

NOTE: Be sure water is in contact with the salt, and

not separated by a salt bridge (See "Breaking A Salt Bridge" section).

If the water softener does not draw brine, check for (most likely to least likely):

= Dirty or plugged nozzle and venturi, see

"Cleaning the Nozzle and Venturi" section.

= Nozzle and venturi not seated on the gasket, or

gasket deformed.

= Valve seals leaking.

= Restriction in valve drain, causing a back-pres-

sure (bends, kinks, elevated too high, etc.). See "Install Valve Drain Hose" section.

= Obstruction in brine valve or brine tubing.

NOTE: If water system pressure is low, an elevated

drain hose may cause back pressure, stopping brine draw.

3. Press the RECHARGE button to move the softener’s valve into the backwash position. Look for a fast flow of water from the drain hose. Check that the drain can adequately handle the flow and volume.

An obstructed flow indicates a plugged top distributor, backwash flow plug, or drain hose.

4. Press the RECHARGE button to move the softener’s valve into the fast rinse position. Again look for a fast drain flow. Allow the softener to rinse for a few minutes to flush out any brine that may remain in the resin tank from the brining cycle test.

5. To return the softener’s valve to the service position, press the RECHARGE button.

Need help troubleshooting? Call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138 Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST

or visit www.ecopurewaterproducts.com

When you call, please be prepared to provide the model and serial number,

found on the rating decal, located on the rim below the salt lid hinges.

Notes

Valve Assembly

See Pages 26 & 27

for parts

Softener Exploded View

Softener Parts List

Key

No.

Part No. Description

– 7112963

4 7077870 Top Distributor

5 7105047 Repl. Bottom Distributor

– 7331177

9 0502272 Resin, 1 cu. ft.

10 7331143 Repl. Brine Tank

11 7330977 Rim

12 7330985 Top Cover (order decal below)

14 7330993 Salt Lid (order decal below)

7264922

7334696

7334206 Faceplate Decal, Model EP100

7334214 Faceplate Decal, Model EP200

7334222 Instruction Decal, Model EP100

7334230 Instruction Decal, Model EP200

Distributor O-Ring Kit (includes Key Nos. 1-3)

O-Ring, 73.0 x 82.6 mm

O-Ring, 20.6 x 27.0 mm

O-Ring, 69.9 x 76.2 mm

Tank Neck Clamp Kit (includes Key Nos. 6 & 7)

Clamp Section (2 req.)

Retainer Clip (2 req.)

Repl. Resin Tank, 22.9 x 88.9 cm, Model EP100

Repl. Resin Tank, 25.4 x 88.9 cm, Model EP200

Key

No.

Part No. Description

7331818

7331834

16 7337482 Power Supply, 28V DC

17 7155115 Cover, Brinewell

7109871 Brinewell, Model EP100

7214375

– 7332204

– 7331258

25 7310202 Brine Valve Assembly

26 7327568 Float, Stem & Guide Assembly

27 7139999 Drain Hose, 6 meters

¢ Not illustrated.

7352262 Owner’s Manual

Repl. Electronic Control Board (PWA), Model EP100

Repl. Electronic Control Board (PWA), Model EP200

Brinewell Assembly (including salt level decal), Model EP200

Brinewell Mounting Hardware Kit (includes Key Nos. 19-21)

Wing Nut, 1/4-20

Spacer, 1.9 cm long

Screw, 1/4-20 x 3.8 cm

Overflow Hose Adaptor Kit (includes Key Nos. 22-24)

Adaptor Elbow

Grommet

Hose Clamp

To order repair parts call toll free 1-800-693-1138, Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST.

Questions? Call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138

or visit www.ecopurewaterproducts.com

When you call, please be prepared to provide the model and serial number,

found on the rating decal, located on the rim below the salt lid hinges.

Manufactured and warranted by

Ecodyne Water Systems

1890 Woodlane Drive Woodbury, MN 55125

Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST

Valve Exploded View

Wear Strip

Seal

Cross-section

View

Valve Parts List

Key

No.

Part No. Description

50 7338111 Screw, #6-19 x 3.5 cm (2 req.)

51 7281291 Motor

52 7337474 Motor Mount

53 7284964 Cam & Gear

54 7030713 Switch

– 7331185

– 7129716 Seal Kit (includes Key Nos. 60-65)

66 7082087 Wave Washer

67 7199232 Rotor & Disc

– 7342665

70 7337563 Clip, 3/4”, pack of 4

71 7342673

72 7337571 O-Ring, 23.8 x 30.2 mm, pack of 4

Drain Hose Adaptor Kit (includes Key Nos. 55-59)

Clip, Drain

Drain Hose Adaptor

Hose Clamp

O-Ring, 15.9 x 20.6 mm

Flow Plug, 7.6 lpm

O-Ring, 11.1 x 15.9 mm

O-Ring, 19.1 x 23.8 mm

O-Ring, 85.7 x 92.1 mm

Rotor Seal

O-Ring, 9.5 x 14.3 mm

Seal, Nozzle & Venturi

Drain Plug Kit, 3/4” (includes Key Nos. 64, 68 & 69)

Plug, Drain Seal

Spring

Installation Adaptor, 3/4”, pack of 2, including 2 ea. Clips & O-Rings (See Key Nos. 70 & 72)

Key

No.

Part No. Description

Turbine & Support Assembly,

– 7113040

75 7082053 Valve Body

76 7081201 Retainer, Nozzle & Venturi

77 7342649 O-Ring, 6.4 x 9.5 mm, pack of 2

78 1202600 Nut - Ferrule

–

79 7081104 Housing, Nozzle & Venturi

80 7095030 Cone Screen

81 1148800 Flow Plug, 1.1 lpm

84 7146043 Screen

85 7167659 Screen Support

86 7170262 O-Ring, 28.6 x 34.9 mm

87 7199729 Cap

88 7309803 Wire Harness, Sensor

89 7337466 Valve Cover

90 7342657 Screw, #10-14 x 5 cm, pack of 5

91 7278434

7238450

7257454

7187772 Nozzle & Venturi Gasket Kit, EP100

7114533 Nozzle & Venturi Gasket Kit, EP200

7204362 Gasket Only

0521829 Flow Plug, 0.38 lpm, Model EP100

7084607 Flow Plug, 0.57 lpm, Model EP200

including 2 O-Rings (See Key No.

72) & 1 ea. of Key Nos. 73 & 74

Turbine Support & Shaft

Turbine

Nozzle & Venturi Assembly, EP100 (includes Key Nos. 76, 77 & 79-87)

Nozzle & Venturi Assembly, EP200 (includes Key Nos. 76, 77 & 79-87)

Bypass Valve Assembly, 3/4”, in cluding 2 O-Rings (See Key No. 72)

To order repair parts call toll free 1-800-693-1138, Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST.

Questions? Call Toll Free 1-800-693-1138

or visit www.ecopurewaterproducts.com

When you call, please be prepared to provide the model and serial number,

found on the rating decal, located on the rim below the salt lid hinges.

Manufactured and warranted by

Ecodyne Water Systems

1890 Woodlane Drive Woodbury, MN 55125

Monday- Friday, 7 AM - 6 PM CST

ECOPURE EP100, EP200, EP30, EP 7140, EP40 Installation And Operation Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual