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Installation Instructions and Owner’s Manual
IFS Series
Iron Filter / Softener System
Sterling Water Treatment
12630 US Highway 33 N
Churubusco, IN 46723
Phone (260) 693-1972 Fax (260) 693-0602
www.sterlingwatertreatment.com
IFS Instruction Manual 140326.docx
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Pre-installation Instructions
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Bypass Valve
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General Installation
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Installation Instructions
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Control Valve Programming – Set Time-of-Day
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Control Valve Programming – Initial Settings
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Control Valve Operating Displays
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Troubleshooting Guide
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Specifications
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Component Parts Breakdown & List
Pages 16-17
Control Valve Breakdown
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Control Valve Parts List
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Installation Fitting Assemblies
Pages 20-22
Quick Reference Guide
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Ten Year Limited Warranty
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Pre-Installation
Description of the iron filter / softener system
The IFS system includes a filtration tank, softener tank, brine tank, and a backwashing control valve.
Incoming water flows into the control valve and is directed into the filtration tank. Exposure to the air in this tank
will start oxidizing the iron and the filtration media will trap this iron. The water then flows through the back
connector tube and into the softener tank where the water is then softened. The iron-free softened water then
returns to the control valve where it is directed into the service lines.
Periodically the control valve will go through a backwash cycle. This cycle will typically begin at 2:00
A.M. flushing the accumulated iron and hard elements to the drain. Part of this backwashing process includes
an air draw cycle which will replenish the pocket of air in the filtration tank and a brining cycle which recharges
the softening resin in the softener tank. After the backwashing process the unit is now prepared for the next
period of service.
Water Quality
While the IFS filter/softener will perform under a variety of water qualities there are a few things that
need to be considered to ensure satisfactory performance. The water should be tested to determine the
concentration, or levels of the items listed below.
pH - A measurement of the acidity of the water. pH is reported on a scale from 0 to 14. Neutral water
has a pH of 7.0, lower values indicate acidic water. The IFS performs best when the pH is 7.0, or higher. The
IFS10 uses Iron Pro media blend in the filter in order to elevate low pH for proper iron oxidation.
Iron - A naturally occurring metallic element. Iron concentrations in excess of 0.3 milligrams/liter (mg/l)
combine with oxygen causing orange or red (rust) stains on plumbing fixtures. Iron naturally exists in some
water sources in either clear water (ferrous) state, red water (ferric) state or bacterial form. The IFS iron filter
portion can reduce any of these forms of iron.
Manganese - A naturally occurring metallic element. Manganese concentrations as low as 0.05
milligrams/liter (mg/l) can combine with oxygen to cause dark brown or black staining on fixtures. Additionally,
manganese can cause an odor in the water similar to a “rotten egg” smell. The IFS reduces manganese as well
as iron, however, manganese oxidation requires the pH of the water to be elevated to 8.2 or higher. Iron Pro Mbed media is recommended to elevate the pH of manganese bearing waters (model IFS10M).
Tannin - A naturally occurring humic acid. Tannin is an acid caused by water passing through decaying
vegetation. Coffee and Tea are prime examples of tannin in water. As hot water passes over the coffee beans,
or tea leaves, the tannin is extracted causing color and flavor in the water. Tannin concentrations as low as 0.3
milligrams per liter can cause a yellow discoloration in the water and may interfere with the IFS’s long-term
ability to remove the iron as the media becomes coated with the tannic acid.
Hydrogen Sulfide - A naturally occurring gas. Hydrogen sulfide, more commonly referred to as sulfur
gas, causes a distinct odor similar to “rotten eggs.” Due to its gaseous nature, hydrogen sulfide must be tested
at the well site within 1 minute of drawing the sample. If a water sample has been sitting for a while the sulfur
gas will dissipate and cause the hydrogen sulfide test to be lower than the actual concentration. If sulfur is
present, the filter should be set to backwash daily to prevent the gas from building up. The IFS can typically
treat up to 1 to 2 milligrams per liter of sulfur gas.
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Water Supply
Draw Down (gallons)
X
60 = Pumping Rate (gallons per minute)
Cycle Time (seconds)
8 gallons
X
60
=
7.4 gpm (gallons per minute)
65 seconds
Unlike other iron filters that do not use chemicals to oxidize the iron, the IFS iron filter portion does not require
additional plumbing such as solenoid valves, pressure switches or pressure tanks. This filter will function
properly when the water supply is furnished by a jet pump, submersible pump, variable speed (constant
pressure) pump or community water supply. As with all other filter systems, however, it is imperative that the
well pump provides enough flow rate (7.5 gpm minimum) for the filter to adequately backwash. In order to
ensure sufficient backwash flow rate the following pumping rate test should be performed prior to installing the
IFS.
1. Make certain no water is being drawn in the house.
2. Open spigot nearest pressure tank.
3. When well pump starts, close spigot and measure time (in seconds) to refill pressure tank (well pump
turns back off). This is Cycle Time.
4. Using a container of known volume, draw water from pressure tank and measure how many gallons
until the pump turns back on again. This is Draw Down.
5. Calculate pumping rate by dividing draw down by cycle time and multiplying by 60.
Example: Draw down is 8 gallons
Cycle time is 65 seconds
Location Considerations
The proper location to install the IFS will ensure optimum filter performance and satisfactory water
quality. The following factors should be considered in selecting the location of this system.
1. The system should be installed after the pressure tank (private well system only).
2. The system should be installed as close as possible (preferably within 15’) to an adequate floor or
laundry drain capable of handling the backwash cycle volume and flow rate (refer to unit
specifications).
3. All water conditioning equipment should be installed prior to the water heater with a minimum of 10’
of piping or an expansion between the IFS and the water heater. Water temperatures exceeding
100°F can damage the internal components of the control valve and filter tank.
4. The system should not be subject to freezing temperatures.
5. Never install a cartridge type filter prior to the IFS. Any cartridge or in-line filter (if desired) should
be installed after the IFS system. This will prevent restricting the water flow and pressure available
for backwash.
6. Appliances requiring extended periods of continuous or high flow water use (i.e. geothermal heat
pumps, swimming pools, lawn irrigation, outside hose bibs, etc.) should bypass the filter and a
spring check valve should be installed on the IFS inlet to prevent backflow from the filter (see
installation diagram Fig. 1).
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The manufacturer has set the water treatment unit’s sequence of cycles, cycle times, salt dose, exchange
capacity and gallon capacity. The salt dose refill time has been preset.
The dealer should read this page and guide the installer regarding hardness, day override, and time of
regeneration, before installation:
For the installer, the following sections should be read:
Set Installer Settings… Hardness (preset to 20 gpg), Day Override (preset to 3 days),
and Time of Regeneration (preset to 2 am).
Normal Operating Displays
Set Time of Day
Power Loss & Error Display
Water Softeners:
During operation, the normal user displays are time of day, gallons per minute or gallons remaining before
regeneration will occur. Each of these can be viewed by pressing NEXT to scroll through them. When stepping
through any displays or programming, if no buttons are pressed within 5 minutes, the display returns to a normal
user display. Any changes made prior to the 5 minute time out are incorporated.
If desired, two regenerations within 24 hours are possible with a return to the preset program. To do a double
regeneration:
1. Press the REGEN button once, REGEN TODAY will flash on the display.
2. Press and hold the REGEN button for five seconds or until a regeneration begins.
Once the valve has completed the immediate regeneration, the valve will regenerate one more time at the preset time.
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Figure 2 - Service
Figure 3 - Bypass
Figure 4 - Diagnostic
Figure 5 – Shut Off
Bypass Valve
The bypass valve is used to isolate the control valve from the plumbing system's water pressure in order to
perform control valve repairs or maintenance. The 1" full flow bypass valve incorporates four positions including
a diagnostic position that allows a service technician to have pressure to test a system while providing untreated
bypass water to the building. Be sure to install bypass valve onto main control valve, before beginning plumbing
or make provisions in the plumbing system for a bypass. The bypass body and rotors are glass filled Noryl®
and the nuts and caps are glass filled polypropylene. All seals are self-lubricating EPDM to help prevent valve
seizing after long periods of non-use. Internal "O" Rings can easily be replaced if service is required. The
bypass consists of two interchangeable plug valves that are operated independently by red arrow shaped
handles. The handles identify the direction of flow. The plug valves enable the bypass valve to operate in four
positions.
1. Normal Operation Position: The inlet and outlet handles point in the direction of flow
indicated by the engraved arrows on the control valve. Water flows through the control
valve for normal operation of a water softener or filter. During the regeneration cycle this
position provides regeneration water to the unit, while also providing untreated water to
the distribution system (Fig. 2).
2. Bypass Position: The inlet and outlet handles point to the center of the bypass. The
system is isolated from the water pressure in the plumbing system. Untreated water is
supplied to the building (Fig. 3).
3. Diagnostic Position: The inlet handle points toward the control valve and the outlet
handle points to the center of bypass valve. Untreated supply water is allowed to flow to
the system and to the building, while not allowing water to exit from the system to the
building (Fig. 4) . This allows the service technician to draw brine and perform other tests
without the test water going to the building.
NOTE: The system must be run through a rinse cycle before returning the bypass valve
to the normal position.
4. Shut Off Position: The inlet handle points to the center of the bypass valve and the outlet
handle points away from the control valve. The water is shut off to the building. The water
treatment system will depressurize upon opening a tap in the building. A negative pressure
in the building combined with the softener being in regeneration could cause a siphoning
of brine into the building. If water is available on the outlet side of the softener it is an
indication of water bypassing the system (Fig. 5)
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Water
Heater
IFS System
Untreated Water
Untreated Water for
geothermal heat pumps,
swimming pools, lawn
irrigation, hose bibs etc.
Cold softened/filtered water
Hot softened/filtered water
FIGURE 1: Typical Installation
Spring Check
Valve
General Installation
GENERAL INSTALLATION & SERVICE WARNINGS
The control valve, fittings and/or bypass are designed to accommodate minor plumbing misalignments. There
is a small amount of “give” to properly connect the piping but the water softener is not designed to support the
weight of plumbing.
Do not use Vaseline, oils, other hydrocarbon lubricants or spray silicone anywhere. A silicone lubricant may be
used on black “O” Rings. This will allow ease of installation and decrease chance of rolling from the bypass and
tank connections. Avoid any type of lubricants, including silicone, on red or clear lip seals.
Do not use pipe dope or other sealants on threads. Teflon® tape must be used on the threads of the 1” NPT
inlet and outlet and on the threads for the drain line connection. Teflon® tape is not used on the nut connections
or caps because “O” Ring seals are used. The nuts and caps are designed to be unscrewed or tightened by
hand or with the special plastic Service Wrench, part # CV3193. If necessary, pliers can be used to unscrew
the nut or cap. Do not use a pipe wrench to tighten nuts or caps. Do not place screwdriver in slots on caps
and/or tap with a hammer.
SITE REQUIREMENTS
Water pressure – 25-100 psi
Water temperature – 33-100oF (0.5-37.7oC)
Electrical – 115/120 V, 60 Hz uninterrupted outlet
The tank should be on a firm level surface
Current draw is 0.5 amps
The plug-in transformer is for dry locations only
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Installation Instructions
Filter Tank
Softener Tank
Inlet from water supply
Outlet to service
Fillport Cap
FIGURE 2: Tank Positioning and Fillport Location
FIGURE 3: Top View of IFS10
DLFC Retainer Clip
BLFC Retainer Clip
Drain Line Flow Control Assembly
(DLFC Elbow Fitting not shown)
Brine Refill Elbow and
Brine Line Flow Control
Assembly
STEP 1: If media is already loaded in filter tank proceed to Step 4. Otherwise, use the fillport wrench
provided to remove the fillport cap (Refer to Figure 2) by turning it counter-clockwise.
STEP 2: DO NOT REMOVE THE WHITE FILLPORT SCREEN! Use the fill funnel provided to add the
required amount of media (see unit specifications) to the filter tank. Do not overfill the tank. At
least 14” of freeboard (empty space) is required at the top of the media tank to allow for proper
bed expansion during backwash. Any excess media may be saved for future replenishment.
STEP 3: Clean any media out of the fillport cap threads. Do not reinstall the fillport cap until Step 9.
STEP 4: Place softener tank on right side with inlet/outlet facing left. Place filter tank on left with
inlet/outlet facing right.
STEP 5: Attach the control valve assembly to the front inlet opening of the filter tank and outlet opening
of the softener tank. Attach the straight pipe adapter to the back outlet of the filter tank and
inlet of the softener tank. HAND TIGHTEN UNION NUTS ONLY. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
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STEP 6: Shut off water at main supply. Relieve pressure by opening nearest faucet. On private well
systems, turn off power to pump and drain pressure tank. SHUT OFF POWER OR FUEL
SUPPLY TO WATER HEATER.
STEP 7: Cut main supply line as required to fit plumbing to inlet and outlet of bypass valve. DO NOT
PLUMB INLET AND OUTLET BACKWARDS. Piping should support control valve in an
upright position. Do not apply heat to any fitting attached to the bypass or control valve. If
outside faucets or other locations are to be supplied with untreated water, install a spring check
valve after the tee for the untreated branch of plumbing and before the IFS unit.
STEP 8: Use rigid drain line or polyethylene tubing (NO VINYL TUBING) to run drain line from control
valve discharge fitting to floor drain or sump pit capable of handling the backwash rate of the
filter (refer to specifications and flow rate on page 9). DISCHARGE END OF THE DRAIN
LINE MUST BE FIRMLY SECURED! Failure to properly secure the drain line will result in the
drain line “whipping” and possibly flooding the area causing water damage. There must be an
air gap at the end of the drain line to prevent siphoning of waste water and meet plumbing
code. Total length of drain line should be 15’ or less. AVOID OVERHEAD DRAINS.
STEP 9: Use a garden hose or bucket to fill the media tank with water through the fillport. Ensure
media has been cleaned from fillport threads and install cap securely with wrench provided.
STEP 10: Place the bypass valve should be in the “Bypass” position (refer to Bypass Valve, page 5).
Open main supply valve or turn on power to pump on private well systems.
STEP 11: Press and hold the REGEN button until the drive motor starts. Use the REGEN button to
advance to a BACKWASH cycle. Unplug the transformer from the electrical outlet.
STEP 12: Open bypass valve ¼ of the way allowing unit to fill both mineral tanks slowly. Air and water
will begin to discharge from the drain line once both tanks have filled. When air stops and only
water is discharging from the drain, gradually open the bypass until it is fully in the service
position (both inlet and outlet). Allow the unit to backwash until the drain water runs completely
clear.
STEP 13: Plug the transformer back into the electrical outlet. Use the REGEN button to advance to the
second BRINE DN cycle (10 minute countdown) to allow air to be drawn into the filter tank.
STEP 14: When the control valve returns to the service position, set the day override for every third day
or more frequently, if required (refer to programming procedures, page 9).
STEP 15: Set the current time of day on the timer (note AM and PM) and set the hardness of the water.
STEP 16: Check for leaks and correct as necessary.
STEP 17: Turn power or fuel supply back on to water heater.
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Programming Procedures for the IFS
1. Set Time of Day:
Time of day should only need to be set after extended power outages or when daylight saving time begins or
ends. If an extended power outage occurs, the time of day will flash on and off indicating that the time should
be reset.
STEP 1 -- Press SET CLOCK
STEP 2 -- Current Time (hour): Set the hour of the day using or buttons. AM/PM toggles after
12. Press next to go to step 3.
STEP 3 -- Current Time (minutes): Set the minutes using or buttons. If it is desired to go back up
to the previous step press regen button once. Pressing next will exit Set Clock and return to
the general operating display.
2.
Programming:
NOTE: The manufacturer has preset the unit so that the gallons between regenerations will be automatically
calculated after the hardness is entered.
STEP 1 -- Press next and simultaneously for 3 seconds.
STEP 2 -- Hardness: Set the amount of hardness in grains per gallon (default 20) using the or
buttons. The allowable range is from 1 to 150 in 1 grain increments.
Press next to go to step 3. Press regen if you want to exit.
STEP 3 -- Day Override: The manufacturer has factory set this at 3 days as the default. This is the
maximum number of days between regenerations. A regeneration initiation will be called
for on that day even if a sufficient number of gallons were not used to call for a
regeneration. Set the day override using or buttons (3 is recommended). Press next
to go to step 4. Press regen if you need to return to the previous step.
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2. Programming cont’d:
STEP 4 -- Regeneration Hour: The manufacturer has factory set 2:00 am as the default. This is the
hour of day for regeneration and can be reset by using or buttons. “AM/PM” toggles
after 12. The default time is 2:00 a.m. (recommended for a normal household). Press next
to go to step 5. Press regen if you need to return to the previous step.
STEP 5 -- Regeneration Minutes: Set the minutes using or buttons. Press next to exit Installer
Settings. Press regen if you need to return to the previous step. To initiate a manual
regeneration immediately, press and hold the regen button for three seconds. The system
will begin to regenerate immediately. The control may be manually stepped through the
regeneration cycles by pressing regen.
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Operating Displays for the IFS
1. General Operation:
When the system is operating, one of the three displays
may be shown. Pressing next will alternate between
displays. One of the displays is always the current time of
day. The second display shows the current treated water
flow rate through the system in Gallons Per Minute (gpm).
The third display shows the current volume remaining in
Gallons. Capacity remaining is the gallons that will be
treated before the system goes through a regeneration
cycle.
The user can scroll between the displays as desired.
If the system has called for a regeneration that will occur at
the preset time of regeneration, the words REGEN TODAY
will appear on the display.
The IFS has an installed water meter, the word “Softening”
flashes on the display when water is being treated (i.e. water is flowing though the system).
2. Regeneration Mode:
Typically a system is set to regenerate at a time of no water use. If there is a
demand for water when the system is regenerating, untreated water will be
delivered. When the system begins to regenerate, the display will change to
include information about the step of the regeneration process and the time
remaining for that step to be completed. The system runs through the steps
automatically and will reset itself to provide treated water when the
regeneration has been completed.
3. Manual Regeneration:
Sometimes there is a need to regenerate before the control valve calls for it. This may be needed if a
period of heavy water use is anticipated or when the system has been operated without salt.
To initiate a manual regeneration at the preset
delayed regeneration time, press and release regen.
The words “REGEN TODAY” will flash on the display
to indicate that the system will regenerate at the
preset delayed regeneration time.
If you pressed the regen button in error, pressing the
button again will cancel the command.
To initiate an immediate manual regeneration, press
and hold the regen button for three seconds. The
system will begin to regenerate immediately. This command cannot be cancelled.
4. Power Loss:
If the power goes out for less than two hours, the system will
automatically reset itself. If an extended power outage occurs, the time
of day will flash on and off which indicated the time of day should be
reset. The system will remember all other settings.
Error Message: If the word “ERROR” and a number are alternately
flashing on the display, record the number and contract the dealer for
help. This indicates that the control valve was not able to function properly.
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PROBLEM
CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
Brine tank overfills or
does not draw brine
A) Loose nut at either
end of the brine line
B) Brine line inserted
into the brine tank
overflow fitting
rather than
connected to the
safety brine valve
C) Softener drain line
connected to brine
overflow fitting or
overflow drain line
D) Obstruction in the
control valve
E) Problems with drain
line: plugged,
frozen, kinked,
flexible tubing,
overhead
installation,
diameter too small,
longer than 15’
F) Missing BLFC
G) Missing brine stem
H) Dirty brine tank
1) Tighten nuts at either end of brine line
2) Verify brine line is installed correctly
3) Verify softener drain line is not connected
to brine overflow elbow or brine overflow
drain line
4) Check for debris in DLFC Assembly, BLFC
Assembly, injector, injector screen
5) Manually put softener into Backwash Cycle
(page 9, section 3) and unplug the
transformer for 30 minutes to dislodge
debris from inside the control valve or
disassemble and clean control valve
internal components
6) Resolve issues with the drain line
7) Verify brine line flow control button is not
missing
8) Verify piston brine stem is not missing
9) Clean out brine tank
Hard water or
softener not using salt
A) Softener is plugged
into an electrical
outlet without power
or one that is tied to
a switch
B) No salt in the brine
tank
C) Salt in the brine tank
has “bridged”
D) Bypass Valve is not
in “Service” position
or is leaking
E) Obstruction in
control valve
I) Problems with drain
line: : (See letter
“E” in prior section)
F) Control valve
programmed
incorrectly
G) Softener sized
improperly for actual
service flow rates
H) Faulty or unplugged
drive motor
I) Meter cable
disconnected
1) Verify softener has uninterrupted power
2) Fill brine tank with salt
3) Hit the side of the brine tank with rubber
mallet to break any bridging that has
formed in the brine tank
4) Verify bypass is in “Service” position
(Figure 2, Page 5)
5) Check for debris in DLFC Assembly, BLFC
Assembly, injector, injector screen
6) Manually put softener into Backwash Cycle
(page 9, section 3) and unplug transformer
for 20-30 minutes to dislodge debris
7) Resolve issues with drain line
8) Review control valve programming
9) Verify actual service flow rates required and
compare to system specifications (page 15)
10) Verify drive motor is connected to control
valve circuit board connector J1 (labeled
“MOTOR”)
11) Verify meter cable (grey cable, 3 pins) is
connected to control valve circuit board
connector J2 (labeled “METER”)
TROUBLESHOOTING
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PROBLEM
CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
Softener regenerates
at wrong time of day
A) Clock is not set
B) Power outage
C) Incorrect control
valve programming
1) Reset softener clock (page 9)
2) Verify control valve programming (page 9)
Resin in water lines,
plugged aerators
A) Unit is installed
backwards
B) Distributor basket is
damaged
1) Re-plumb unit with water supply entering
bypass inlet (page 7)
2) Replace damaged distributor basket
Salty Water
A) Brine tank overfilled
B) Problems with drain
line: (See Letter
“E” in Brine Tank
Overfill section)
C) Rinse cycle is short
D) Salt setting too high
E) Distributor tube
improperly seated
in control valve or is
too short
F) Low water pressure
1) See “Brine tank overfills” section (Page 12)
2) Resolve drain line issues
3) Contact Sterling technical support for
assistance in verifying \ adjusting Rinse
Cycle length and Salt Setting
4) Verify proper installation of distributor tube
5) Verify at least 25 psi of line pressure
Softener leaks to
drain in “Service”
position
A) Problem in piston
cartridge assembly
B) Control valve is
jammed or halted
during regeneration
C) Drive cap assembly
is not tightened
properly
1) Replace seals and/or piston if needed
2) Verify control valve is in “SOFTENING”
mode
3) Tighten drive cap assembly
Low water pressure
A) Iron or sediment
build up in softener
B) Insufficient pump
capacity
1) Increase backwash frequency by reducing
day override setting (page 9)
2) Verify at least 25 psi of line pressure
Display is blank
A) Control valve circuit
board needs reset
B) Transformer is
unpowered,
unplugged or
defective
C) Defective circuit
board
1) Hold “NEXT” and “REGEN” buttons for 3
seconds
2) Short leftmost 2 pins of connector J10 on
control valve circuit board for 3 seconds
3) Verify transformer is plugged into an
electrical outlet that has power and
transformer cable (black, 4 pins) is plugged
into control valve connector J4 (labeled
“12VAC PWR”)
4) With transformer plugged into electrical
outlet, use a volt meter to test the 2 outer
pins (furthest left and furthest right) of
connector J4 on the control valve circuit
board. Should be approximately 12 volts
AC. Replace transformer if defective.
5) Replace circuit board if needed
“SOFTENING” does
not display when
water is flowing
A) Bypass valve not in
“Service” position
B) Meter cable
disconnected
C) Restricted/stalled
meter turbine
D) Defective meter
E) Defective PC board
1) Verify bypass is in “Service” position (Figure
2, Page 5)
2) Verify meter cable (grey cable, 3 pins) is
connected to control valve circuit board
connector J2 (labeled “METER”)
3) Remove meter and check for restriction
4) Replace meter if needed
5) Replace PC board if needed
TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)
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PROBLEM
CAUSES
SOLUTIONS
Display shows
incorrect time-of-day
or time-of-day flashes
A) Outlet is on a
switch
B) Power outage
C) Control valve was
reset
D) Defective circuit
board
1) Use an un-switched outlet
2) Reset time-of-day
3) Replace circuit board if needed
ERROR CODE:
1001 – unable to
sense motor
movement
A) Drive motor not
inserted fully to
engage pinion or is
defective
B) Circuit board not
properly snapped
into drive bracket
C) Center reduction
gear reflector dirty
1) Re-insert motor, check for broken wires,
verify motor plugged into connector J1
(labeled “MOTOR”) on control valve circuit
board and reset control valve (hold “NEXT”
and “REGEN” buttons for 3 seconds)
2) Re-seat circuit board into drive bracket and
reset control valve
3) Clean reduction gear reflectors (page 19)
1002 – unexpected
motor stall
A) Obstruction in
control valve
B) Main drive gear too
tight
C) Improper voltage
delivered to circuit
board
1) Remove piston and seal assemblies for
inspection and repair or replacement and
reset control valve (hold “NEXT” and
“REGEN” buttons for 3 seconds)
2) Loosen main drive gear and reset control
vlalve
3) Verify proper voltage is being supplied to
circuit board (see Solution 4 under “Display
is Blank” section, page 13)
1003 – motor ran too
long, cannot find next
cycle position
A) Motor failure during
regeneration
B) Obstruction in
control valve
C) Drive bracket not
snapped in place
properly
1) Re-insert motor, check for broken wires,
verify motor plugged into connector J1
(labeled “MOTOR”) on control valve circuit
board and reset control valve (hold “NEXT”
and “REGEN” buttons for 3 seconds)
2) Remove piston and seal assemblies for
inspection and repair or replacement and
reset control valve
3) Re-seat drive bracket assembly and reset
control valve
1004 – motor ran too
long, timed out trying
to reach home
position
A) Drive bracket not
snapped in place
properly
B) Center reduction
gear reflector dirty
1) Re-seat drive bracket assembly and reset
control valve (hold “NEXT” and “REGEN”
buttons for 3 seconds)
2) Clean reduction gear reflectors (page 19)
1006 – MAV/SEPS/
NHBP/AUX MAV
motor ran too
long,looking for park
position
A) Control valve not
programmed for
ALT oFF
B) Obstruction in
control valve
1) Enter cycle programming level and verify
second parameter is set to ALT oFF
2) Remove piston and seal assemblies for
inspection and repair or replacement and
reset control valve (hold “NEXT” and
“REGEN” buttons for 3 seconds)
1007 – MAV/SEPS/
NHBP/AUX MAV
motor ran too short
looking for park
position
A) Control valve not
programmed for
ALT oFF
B) Obstruction in
control valve
1) Enter cycle programming level and verify
second parameter is set to ALT oFF
2) Remove piston and seal assemblies for
inspection and repair or replacement and
reset control valve (hold “NEXT” and
“REGEN” buttons for 3 seconds)
TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)
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1.0
18,000
21,000
32,000
3
10
5
15
7.5
0.27
7.5
9
90
4
1
4
45
5
10
120
10 x 54
18 x 33
43 x 18 x 68
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Wa te r Te mpe rature
33°F - 100°F
Wa te r Pres s ure 25 - 100 p s i
El e ctrica l Re qui reme nts 110v/60hz
El e ctrica l Curren t D ra w
0.5 amp s
Maximum I ron Concentra ti on ≤ 5.0 ppm
Notes: 1
DIMENSIONS (in.)
Mineral Tank (diameter x height)
Brine Tank (diameter x height)
Overall (length x width x height)
Total Water Used (gallons)
Brine & Rinse (minutes)
Pres sure l os s informati on is a pproxima te. Actua l pre s sure l oss ma y vary de pend i n g
on water qua li ty, te mp e ra ture, ga ll ons us e d s i nce l a st re ge nera tion, etc.
Backwash
Brine Draw and Slow Rinse
Rapid Rinse
FACTORY REGENERATION SETTINGS
Brine Fill (# of salt)
Softening (minutes)
Backwash (minutes)
Rapid Rinse (minutes)
Backwash (minutes)
Brine & Rinse (minutes)
Rapid Rinse (minutes)
REGENERATION FLOW RATES (gpm)
@Factory Salt Setting (9#/ft3)
@Maximum Salt Setting (15#/ft3)
SERVICE FLOW RATES (gpm)
Continuous
Peak
PRESSURE LOSS (psi)
1
@ Continuous Flow Rate
@ Peak Flow Rate
@Minimum Salt Setting (6#/ft3)
SPECIFICATIONS:
UNIT MODEL NUMBER
MEDIA VOLUME (ft3)
CAPACITY (grains)
IFS10
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Component Parts Breakdown
A
B C D 3 1 2 4
5 6 4 5 7 8 9
10
11
12
13
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Ref #
Part Number
Description
A
CV3105
O-Ring, -215
B
CV3151
Nut, 1” Quick Connect
C
OX-7
Back Tube Adaptor
D
CV3150
Split Ring Retainer
1
IFS10 VLV ASSY W/BP
Complete Control Valve includes backtube assy
(ref #12) and bypass valve
2
CD1400
Distributor Head
3
CD1220-01
Distributor Head w/Fillport
4
D100S-54
Distributor Tube, 1” x 54”
5
MTP1054N
Mineral Tank, 10” x 54”
6
C05P
½ cubic foot pail Iron Filer Media
7
H10
1 cubic foot bag of Hi-Cap Resin
8
QC20
20 pounds ¼” x 1/8” gravel
9
BT1833ASSY-IFS
18 x 33 Brine Tank, SBV & Salt Platform for IFS
10
BT-OVERFLO
Brine Tank Overflow Elbow
11
BTSG18
18” Salt Grid Platform
12
OX-7 Assembly
Back Tube Assembly, includes 2 each o-rings (A),
quick release nuts (B), and retainers (D) and 1
back tube (C).
13
SBV33ASSY-IFS
Safety Brine Valve Assembly for IFS
Component Parts List
Notes:
1. For complete control valve breakdown see “Control Valve Breakdown”
2. For unit specifications see “Specifications”
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Control Valve Breakdown
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REF #
Part Number
Description
A
CV3002CC
Drive Assembly, IM Series
B
CV3186
Power Cord with Transformer
C
CV3003
Meter and Cable Assembly
D
CV3006
Bypass Valve, Less Fittings
1
CV3175CC-01GR
Front Cover, Gray
2
CV3107-01
Drive Motor
3
CV3108CC
Circuit Board
4
CV3004
Drive Cap Assembly
5
CV3135
O-ring, -228
6
CV3011
Piston Assembly
7
CV3174
Brine Valve
8
CV3005
Seal Cartridge Assembly
9
CV3178
Back Plate
10
CV3180
Base O-ring, -337
11
CV3105
O-ring, -215
12
CV3177-01
Injector Screen
13
CV3010-1Z
Plug, Injector Assembly
14
CV3010-1F
Injector, Blue
15
CV3150
Retainer, Split Ring
16
CV3151
Nut, 1” Quick Connect
17
CH4615
Clip, Elbow Locking
18
CV3163
O-ring, -019
19
CV3165-01
Retainer, Brine Refill Flow Control
20
CH4613
Elbow, Brine Refill
21
GL463412
Elbow, Drain Line, ½” Barbed x ¾” Female
22
CV3158-01
Elbow, Drain, ¾” Male
23
CV3159-01
Retainer, Drain Line Flow Control
24
CV3162-075
Flow Control Washer, 7.5 GPM
Control Valve Parts List
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1" PVC MALE NPT ELBOW
3/4" & 1" PVC SOLVENT ELBOW
Ref
Part #
Description
Qty
Ref
Part #
Description
Qty
CV3007
1" PVC male NPT
elbow assy
2
CV3007-01
3/4" & 1" PVC solvent
elbow assy
2
1
CV3151
Nut, 1" quick connect
2
1
CV3151
Nut, 1" quick connect
2
2
CV3150
Split ring
2
2
CV3150
Split ring
2
3
CV3105
O-ring 215
2
3
CV3105
O-ring 215
2
4
CV3149
Fitting
2
4
CV3189
Fitting
2
1" BRASS SWEAT
3/4" BRASS SWEAT
Ref
Part #
Description
Qty
Ref
Part #
Description
Qty
CV3007-02
1" brass sweat assembly
2
CV3007-03
3/4" brass sweat
assembly
2
1
CV3151
Nut, 1" quick connect
2
1
CV3151
Nut, 1" quick connect
2
2
CV3150
Split ring
2
2
CV3150
Split ring
2
3
CV3105
O-ring 215
2
3
CV3105
O-ring 215
2
4
CV3188
Fitting
2
4
CV3188-01
Fitting
2
Installation Fitting Assemblies
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3/4" BRASS SHARK BITE
1" BRASS SHARK BITE
Ref
Part #
Description
Qty
Ref
Part #
Description
Qty
CV3007-12
3/4" brass shark bite
assembly
2
CV3007-13
1" brass shark bite
assembly
2
1
CV3151
Nut, 1" quick connect
2
1
CV3151
Nut, 1" quick connect
2
2
CV3150
Split ring
2
2
CV3150
Split ring
2
3
CV3105
O-ring 215
2
3
CV3105
O-ring 215
2
4
CV3628
Fitting
2
4
CV3629
Fitting
2
1-1/4" PLASTIC MALE NPT
Ref
Part #
Description
Qty
CV3007-04
1-1/4" plastic male NPT
assembly
2
1
CV3151
Nut, 1" quick connect
2
2
CV3150
Split ring
2
3
CV3105
O-ring 215
2
4 CV3317
Fitting
2
Installation Fitting Assemblies Continued
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3/4" QUICK CONNECT
Ref
Part #
Description
Qty
K
QFNCR4
3/4" QUICK CONNECT
1*
(*2 required)
SERVICE WRENCH - CV3193
Although no tools are necessary to assemble
or disassemble the valve, the Service Wrench,
(shown in various positions on the valve) is
available to aid in assembly or disassembly.
Installation Fitting Assemblies Continued
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Quick Reference Guide
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