Aqua-pure AWS150M User Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSAWS SERIES RESIDENTIAL WATER SOFTENERSMODELS: AWS100M AWS150M AWS200M AWS300M INSTR2198 0911Installer, please

BRINE LINE CONNECTIONThe brine line to the brine tank connects to the valve. Make the connections and tighten (See Figure 4). Be sure that the brine

2-5MOTORThe controller uses a standard 12-volt AC motor that works with either 50 Hz or 60 Hz. IMPORTANT NOTEWater fl ow to the valve can be turned on

2-621) Shows when water is fl owing through the valve.22) Used with #23, #24, #25. Displays a sequence number or a value.23) History Values. Th

2-7REGENERATION MODESThe AWS series controllers can be regenerated either automatically or manually. During a regeneration, the total time remaining

2-8MANUAL REGENERATIONAction Key Duration DisplayRegen at next time of regen REGEN P/R Recycle icon fl ashesCancel regen REGEN P/R when recycle icon is

2-9START-UPIMPORTANT NOTEThe control valve can be started-up even if power is not yet available to the controller. The valve must be connected to wat

2-10IMPORTANT NOTEAs you advance through each cycle there will be a slight delay before you can advance to the next cycle. The hourglass icon will li

3-1• When the controller is fi rst plugged in, it may display a fl ashing hourglass and the message Err 3, this means that the controller is rotating

This level of programming is accessible by pressing the SET button.The UP and DOWN arrows will step through the settings. Time of day Day of week T

3-3 • Calendar overrideThe controller can be programmed to regenerate automatically from a 1/2 day to a 99 day frequency.The 1/2 day regeneration mode

3-4The following tables show the estimated salt amount for each setting, as well as the estimated capacity of that salt setting for each resin amount.

3-5History DataDescription RangeH0 Resin volume initial setting value cubic feetH1 Days since last regeneration 0-255H2 Current fl ow rate 0-47 gpmH3 W

4-1SECTION 4: SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS & MAINTENANCEVALVE SERVICECOVERThe cover provides protection for the controller, wiring, and other components.

4-2DRIVE MOTORThe drive motor is open loop and receives commands from the control module. The motor has a pinion gear that meshes with the camshaft g

4-3CAMSHAFTThe camshaft has several lobes that push open the valve discs as the camshaft rotates. Rotation is controlled by a drive motor that drives

4-4WIRING HARNESSESThe wiring harnesses are designed to fi t one way. The connectors are unique to the port they plug into. The wires are held in pla

4-5SPRING (VALVE DISCS)This spring is a one-piece metal spring that applies pressure to the valve discs holding them closed. The rotating camshaft ov

TOP PLATEThe top plate holds the valve discs in place during operation. This plate is removed to allow cleaning and replacing the valve discs.IMPORTA

4-710) Replace camshaft and motor.11) Replace controller and wiring harnesses.MAINTENANCEIMPORTANT NOTE: Many of the maintenance procedures involve

WATER METER MAINTENANCEDemand SystemsThe valve metering devices are used with the demand controls, and may require simple maintenance. In rare instan

SAFETY INFORMATIONRead, understand, and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior to installation and use of the Aqua-Pure®

4-9AFTER SERVICE START-UPWhenever the controller is unplugged or the system is put in bypass for maintenance, a start-up is required. This start-up i

SECTION 5: PERFORMANCE DATA SHEET5-1Model Number AWS100M AWS150M AWS200M AWS300MRated Service Flow (gpm) 11.2 14 12.7 17Pressure Drop at Rated Service

6-1SECTION 6: TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION1. ERR 1 displayed A. Controller power has been connected and the control is not sure of the state

6-29. Clock does not display correct time of day. A. Electrical outlet operated by switch. A. Use electrical outlet not controlled by switch.B. Incorr

7-1SECTION 7: PARTS123456789101112131415 161aCOMPONENT PARTS LISTMETERED SOFTENER MODELS (AWS SERIES)REF DESCRIPTION AWS100M AWS150M AWS200M AWS300M1

7-2VALVE EXPLODED VIEWVALVE PARTS LISTONLY THOSE PARTS REFERENCED IN DRAWING ARE STOCK ITEMSALL OTHERS ARE SPECIAL ORDER, NON-RETURNABLEREF PART NO. D

SECTION 8: LIMITED WARRANTYLimited Warranty: 3M Purifi cation Inc. warrants this Product to be free from defects in material and workmanship during no

TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION 1 BEFORE INSTALLATION 2 INSTALLATION 3 PROGRAMMING 4 SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS & MAINTENANCE 5 PERFORMANC

GENERAL1) Observe all warning and caution statements that appear in this manual.2) Keep the media tank in the upright position. Do not turn upside

SECTION 2: INSTALLATIONProper installation sequence of water conditioning equipment is very important. Refer to the following diagram for your partic

2.2Step 1) Remove the unit from the shipping box and remove all packaging. Ensure no freight damage has occurred since shipment from our manufacturi

Step 10) Make certain BYPASS VALVE INLET and OUTLET KNOBS ARE IN “BYPASS” position. After all plumbing connections have been completed, open main wa