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is product is manufactured in an ISO 9001certified facility.
The EC4 series is tested and certified by NSF International to
NSF/ANSI Standard 44 and CSA B483.1 for the reduction of
the claims specified on the Performance Data Sheet.
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The EC4 series is tested and certified by the WQA to NSF/ANSI 44 for the specific
performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data. See the performance
data sheet for specific reduction claims.
The EC4 series is tested and certified by WQA to NSF/ANSI 372 for "lead free"
compliance. The EC4 series is tested and certified by WQA to CSA B483.1 Standard.
EC4 SERIES
WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM
GENERATION 6 OF CONTROLS
Rainsoft Division of Aquion, Inc
101 S. Gary Ave
Roselle, Illinois 60172
1.847.437.9400 or 1.800.860.7638
www.rainsoft.com
Part No.: 50038
Rev: B
10/20
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- Page 1 NSF/ANSI Standard 44 and CSA B483.1 for the reduction of the claims specified on the Performance Data Sheet. The EC4 series is tested and certified by the WQA to NSF/ANSI 44 for the specific performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data. See the performance data sheet for specific reduction claims.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Information on Water Treatment Systems ..........3 Application Limitations ................3 Operational Specifications ............... 4 _ 6 Product Certification Information .............. 7 Installation Instructions ................. 8 _ 13 System Start Up .................... 13 Salt Requirements ..................15 Maintenance Requirements ................ -
Page 3: Information On Water Treatment Systems
Questions? If you have any questions regarding the installation, operation, or servicing of this system, please contact your local RainSoft Dealer. Your local RainSoft Dealer is familiar with your particular water conditions, and is able to address your concerns promptly and efficiently. -
Page 4: Operational Specifications
Operational Specifications Plumbing 3/4 inch to 1 1/4 inch I.D. Drain Line 1/2 inch I.D. Water Pressure 20 psi _ 120 psi (1.38 bar _ 6.89 bar) Operating Temperatures 40° F _ 100° F (4.4° C _ 37.8° C) Electrical Requirements A properly grounded alternating current supply (110 VAC 60 Hz or 230 VAC 50 Hz) is required for the operation of this system. - Page 5 Data Chart for ION-X 2000 V Resin * The conditioners are efficiency Cation Max. rated according to NSF/ANSI 44. Tank Drain Exchange Service High Medium The efficiency of the conditioner Model Size Flow psi Drop Efficiency* Resin Flow Salting Salting Salting (inches) (gpm)
- Page 6 Operational Specifications continued from page 5 Data Chart for ION-X 100 T Resin * The conditioners are efficiency Cation Max. rated according to NSF/ANSI 44. Drain Tank Size Exchange Service High Medium Model Flow psi Drop Efficiency* The efficiency of the conditioner (inches) Resin Flow...
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Page 7: Product Certification Information
California for the purpose of for specific reductions claims. making health claims. The EC4 Series is tested and certified by WQA to NSF/ANSI 372 for California “lead free” compliance. The EC4 Series is tested and certified by WQA to CSA B483.1 Standard. -
Page 8: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions 1. Safety Precautions Important Note (For Massachusetts Residents • To prevent an accident and/or injury, do not hoist the unit over Only) The Commonwealth of your shoulder. Use a hand truck to transport the unit. Massachusetts Plumbing Code 248 CMR shall be adhered to. - Page 9 Figure 1 6. Turn Off the Water and Drain the Plumbing • Turn off the water at the meter or the pressure tank. Helpful Tip: This procedure will • To drain the plumbing system, open all faucets in the house and allow air to enter the plumbing flush the toilets.
- Page 10 8 . Install the Pipe Connector (Yoke) to the Bypass Valve Important Note: The bypass • Once the plumbing is complete, connect the yoke to the bypass valve is not designed to withstand heat from soldering valve (see figure 2). or twisting from the attached threaded connections.
- Page 11 9. Install the Drain Line and Air Gap (Air Gap Not Supplied) • For all drain lines, use at least a 1/2 inch I.D. line. • Connect the drain line to the drain outlet on back of the valve, opposite the inlet connection (see figure 5). A fitting is require to connect the female pipe thread to the drain line.
- Page 12 10. Install the Brine Safety Float Important Note: Not Applicable • Insert the brine well into the brine tank (see figure 7.1) for EC4-CAB Models. • Attach the brine well to the brine tank with the overflow elbow (see Important Note: Systems 250 figure 7.2).
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Page 13: System Start Up
12. Install the Brine Overflow Line (Indoors) • Run a 1/2 inch I.D. brine overflow line from the overflow elbow on the side of the brink tank to an approved drain (see figure 8). 13. Attach the Electrical Connection • Insert the barrel plug from the DC power supply into the mating jack in the back of the control box . - Page 14 4. Flush the Hot Water Heater • Run hot water in the bathtub until the water tests soft. 5. Add Salt to Brine Tank / Control Settings • See Salt Requirements before filling your brine tank with salt. • Once the brine tank is full of salt, remember to increase the salt level Important Note: Not all Bag Salt in the EC4 Control Head.
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Page 15: Salt Requirements
Additional hardness test strips are available at no charge from RainSoft. Please call 1-800-860-7638 for your free two year supply. In between testing, you can easily monitor the system’s performance in the shower or while washing your hands. -
Page 16: An Overview Of The Regeneration Process
An Overview of the Regeneration Process Your RainSoft EC4 Water Conditioner performs a periodic regeneration cycle to clean mineral bed and restore its capacity. How often it regenerates depends on your water use, incoming water hardness, and several other factors, but 1 - 2 regenerations per week can be typical. -
Page 17: Ec4 Display / Home Screen
CYCLE 4: Brine Draw / Slow Rinse Now that the system has completed cycle 3 and backwashed for the set time, the valve moves to the brine draw position. In this position, the valve creates a vacuum to pull the brine solution out of the brine tank. -
Page 18: Customer Setting Flowchart
Customer Setting Flowchart While in regeneration, press and hold to cancel the regeneration and send valve to service position. While in regeneration, press and hold to advance valve to next cycle. Use Right Use Right Use Left/Right Manual Customer Information button or button or buttons to... -
Page 19: Customer Settings
Discuss this options with your Vacation Mode: [OFF] / [ON - 2 Days] RainSoft Dealer / Installer. Off / On setting, this will is used when you are planning on being away for extended time with little water use. Upon return, the EC4 Conditioner will complete a full regen for fresh water to the home. -
Page 20: How To Initiate A Manual Regeneration
Daylight Savings: [ON] / [OFF] On / Off setting that will automatically adjust for daylight savings time in applicable areas. • Use the Up or Down button to select “OFF”. Regen Time: [02:00 AM] or [02:00] Helpful Tip: If auto daylight savings time is “ON”, the Enter the time of day that the EC4 will enter into regeneration and system will automatically adjust... -
Page 21: System Alarms
Service Alarm was set for systems that require routine maintenance. These alarms can be postponed for 10 of days. Contact your local RainSoft Dealer when service alarms are active to schedule a service. Other Alarms - If issue with the motor is detected by the valve control, an alarm will activate. -
Page 22: Exploded Views And Parts Lists
Valve Exploded View 27 ABCD 20 AB 26 ABCDE 31 AB... - Page 23 Valve Parts List Item Quantity Part Number Description 17863 COMPOSITE VALVE BODY 17864 SPACER END 17865 INTERNAL SPACER 17866 INTERNAL SEAL 18160 RETAINER & DOWN FLOW PISTON 13328 O-RING - 017 17869 END PLUG ASSEMBLY 17870 10-24 X .812 SCREW HEX WASHER HEAD 17871 PISTON ROD 17887...
- Page 24 Control Exploded View EC4 LOGO PAD PRINTED...
- Page 25 Control Parts List Item Quantity Part Number Description 18265 #4 FLAT WASHER 18-8 S.S. 51827 RAINSOFT USA COUNTED LABEL 51902 REAR COVER GEN5 & GEN6 51907 SPRING FRONT HOUSING DOOR GEN5 & GEN6 51908 LATCH SPRING FRONT HOUSING GEN5 & GEN6 51912...
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Page 26: Troubleshooting Guide
2. Excessive water pressure. 2. Install a pressure regulator. If the troubleshooting guide did not resolve the symptom, please contact your local RainSoft Dealer for service. If you cannot locate your local RainSoft Dealer, please contact RainSoft Customer Service at:... -
Page 27: California Performance Data Sheets
TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY THE WQA TO NSF/ANSI WATER TREATMENT NEEDS. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT STANDARD 372 FOR LOW LEAD COMPLIANCE. THE EC4 SERIES IS TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY WQA TO BEFORE PURCHASING A WATER TREATMENT UNIT, YOU CSA B483.1 STANDARD. - Page 28 TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY THE WQA TO NSF/ANSI BEFORE PURCHASING A WATER TREATMENT UNIT, YOU STANDARD 372 FOR LOW LEAD COMPLIANCE. THE HAVE YOUR WATER SUPPLY TESTED TO DETERMINE YOUR EC4 SERIES IS TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY WQA TO ACTUAL WATER TREATMENT NEEDS. CSA B483.1 STANDARD.
- Page 29 TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY THE WQA TO NSF/ANSI STANDARD 372 FOR LOW LEAD COMPLIANCE. THE BEFORE PURCHASING A WATER TREATMENT UNIT, YOU EC4 SERIES IS TESTED AND CERTIFIED BY WQA TO HAVE YOUR WATER SUPPLY TESTED TO DETERMINE YOUR CSA B483.1 STANDARD.
- Page 30 The defective part(s) (or entire unit) will either be repaired or new RainSoft part(s) furnished, for a nominal charge to cover labor, handling, packing and the increase, if any, in the retail price of the part(s) since the date of purchase.
- Page 32 RainSoft Division of Aquion, Inc. 101 S. Gary Avenue, Roselle, Illinois 60172 Main Switchboard: 1.847.437.9400 Customer Service: 1.800.860.7638 www.rainsoft.com ©2013 RAINSOFT, A DIVISION OF AQUION, INC.