CalMag CalSoft Series Manual

Metered water softeners

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CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi

Metered Water Softeners

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Due to Calmag's commitment to new product development the photographs contained within these instructions may depict earlier product models

- Calmag reserve the right to alter specification without prior notification - please contact Calmag technical services on 01535 210320 (option 2).

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Page 1 Due to Calmag’s commitment to new product development the photographs contained within these instructions may depict earlier product models - Calmag reserve the right to alter specification without prior notification - please contact Calmag technical services on 01535 210320 (option 2).
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Welcome Congratulations on purchasing this CALMAG water softener. By purchasing a CALMAG water softener you are receiving not only a high quality product but also peace of mind. Treating your water supply with a water softener gives you reassurance that your family will have access to soft water throughout your entire home.
Page 3: Components & Information
CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 1. Components & Information Components Automatic control valve: • Noryl plastic approved by FDA. • Strong corrosion resistance • Innovative design • Refined structure Resin vessel: • Fibreglass reinforced plastic • Polythylene material manufactured for the food and beverage industries •...
Page 4 CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 1. Components & Information Information CALSOFT CALSOFT CALSOFT MINI MIDI MAXI Fits under a sink Parts guarantee Metered No of people 1-11 1-15 Capacity per regeneration @300ppm 2000 litres 3000 litres 4000 litres All domestic situations Salt used per regen (approx) 2.8kg 3.5kg...
Page 5: Installation Guidelines
Your CalSoft unit has been pre-programmed for a water hardness level of 300ppm. Under normal operating conditions these settings do not require any adjustment but if they are required to be adjusted please contact your installer or Calmag. If the electricity fails, the electronic controller will keep in the memory the pre-set program.
Page 6 CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 2. Installation guidelines Manual Regeneration Press and hold the key ‘ ’ for 3 seconds to unlock keys. In stand-by position, you can press and hold the key ‘ ’ for 5 seconds whereby the valve will go into the manual regeneration interface: MANU.
Page 7: Installation Diagram - Pipework
CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 3. Installation - pipework Typical Pipework Installation for the CalSoft Outlet Valve Outlet from Shown Open Softener Bypass Valve Shown Closed Inlet Valve Inlet to Shown Open Softener Pressure reducing Valve (strongly recommended) Non-return Valve Hard Water Supply Drinking Water etc.
Page 8: Dimensions
CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 4. Dimensions Dimensions Please note CALSOFT CALSOFT CALSOFT these dimensions are MINI MIDI MAXI approximations and should be checked depending 470mm 470mm 470mm where the installation 660mm 900mm 1100mm will be carried out i.e. in a confined area.
Page 9: Installation And Start Up Procedure
CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 5. Installation guidelines Installation and start up procedure Turn off the mains water supply to the house by closing the stopcock. Then drain the pipe by opening the kitchen tap. Cut the pipe after the stopcock and install the inlet, outlet and bypass valves. To comply with regulations a check valve must be installed between the stopcock and the softener.
Page 10 CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 5. Installation guidelines For the installer - Typical Installation Outlet Outlet (open) Control valve Inlet Drainage elbow Power Bypass (closed) Overflow elbow Inlet (open) 20mm Air Gap Overflow Non-return valve Hardwater supply Drain Stop tap Run to external gully For further information please refer to the WRAS information and guidance note: No 9-07-01 titled:...
Page 11 CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 6. Programming Bypass Assembly The bypass valve is provided with various functions such as bypass and water hardness adjustment. Different angles of bypass knob have different functions (see below). The larger angle (value A), the higher water hardness in hardness adjustment position. Service Position Bypass Position Hardness Adjustment...
Page 12 CalSoft Mini, Midi & Maxi 6. Programming Programming Key Definition: Menu key ‘ ’ • Press this key to enter or exit the menu. • Press and hold this key for 3 seconds to unlock keys locked at standby status. Set/Regen.
Page 13 Notes - 13 -...
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Resin fouling. bridged. If using a salt grid plate Poor distribution, Channeling ensure refill water is over it. (uneven bed surface). Call Calmag. Find out how to confirm Internal valve leak. it, clean the resin and prevent future Resin age. fouling.
Page 15 Valve jammed in brine or Same as above. backwash position Replace timer motor. Timer motor stopped or jammed. If any of the above occur please contact Calmag prior to any work being undertaken otherwise any guarantees may become invalid. - 15 -...
Page 16 425ppm (assuming that the incoming level of sodium is zero from the mains supply). This can be checked with the Calmag water hardness test kit or alternatively by asking the local water supplier the level of hardness 425ppm and sodium in the area .
Page 17 Notes - 17 -...
Page 18: Warranty Statement
One (1) year Limited Warranty on the unit for labour, from the date of original purchase, or installation (documentation required for verification). CALMAG warrants that it will repair or replace, at CALMAG’s discretion, any unit or component that is defective in materials or workmanship for the period as outlined above, subject to the “Limitations of Warranty”...
Page 19 8. Limited Warranty Statement To obtain warranty service To obtain service under this warranty, you must first contact CALMAG’s Customer Service at 01535 210 320 to obtain a Goods Return Number and authorisation. You will need to return the product through the outlet where the product was originally purchased, together with proof of purchase and installation date, failure date, and supporting installation data.
Page 20 Mini, Midi and Maxi Telephone: 01535 210320 Fax: 01535 210321 Email: sales@calmagltd.com Website: www.calmagltd.com Rev 12.14...

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