Culligan Medallist 8", Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...Culligan Medallist Series Automatic Water Conditioner Owners Guide ...

Page 2: ...f water conditioners in the prestigious Culligan Medallist Series With Culligan s many years of knowledge and experience in water treatment you can be confident that the model you selected has been designed and engineered to provide years of service with a minimum of care and attention Some localities have corrosive water A water softener cannot correct this problem and so its printed warranty dis...

Page 3: ...lean Out the Salt Storage Tank 27 Error Codes 27 Things to Check Before You Call for Service 28 When and How to Bypass your Water Conditioner 29 Culligan Medallist Series 8 Water Softener PDS 30 Culligan Medallist Series 8 Water Softener with Soft Minder Meter PDS 31 Culligan Medallist Plus Series 30 Water Softener PDS 32 Culligan Medallist Plus Series 30 Water Softener with Soft Minder Meter PDS ...

Page 4: ...city 250 lb or 375 lb 250 lb or 375 lb 375 lb 375 lb Rated Service Flow Press Drop 5 9 gpm 12 psi 10 gpm 15 psi 9 4 gpm 15 psi 10 2 gpm 15 psi Total Hardness Maximum 75 gpg 75 gpg 99 gpg 99 gpg Total Iron Max dissolved 5 ppm 5 ppm 5 ppm 5 ppm Hardness to Iron Ratio Minimum 8 gpg to 1 ppm 140 mg L to 1 mg L 8 gpg to 1 ppm 140 mg L to 1 mg L 8 gpg to 1 ppm 140 mg L to 1 mg L 8 gpg to 1 ppm 140 mg L ...

Page 5: ...s that may not be included in this publication Products manufactured and marked by Culligan International Company Culligan and its affiliates are protected by patents issued or pending in the United States and other countries Culligan reserves the right to change the specifications referred to in this literature at any time without prior notice Culligan Aqua Sensor Tripl Hull Flo Pak and Soft Mind...

Page 6: ...ter try using only 1 3 cup depending on the size of your wash load and the degree of soil Different amounts are required but you can use less with softened water An added bonus is the fact that your washable fabrics will last longer Super Hair Conditioning Soft water is great for scalp and hair care No insoluble deposits are formed Hair is shinier softer more manage able Reduce the amount of shamp...

Page 7: ...of the soil Preferably they should be watered with rainwater or water which is low in mineral con tent such as distilled or demineralized water Softened water is not recommended for house plants because a build up of sodium in the soil may interfere with efficient absorption of water by the plant root system Additional information may be obtained from your independently op er at ed Culligan dealer...

Page 8: ...ftener will not remove this type of iron 4 Bacterial Iron This type of iron is protected inside a bacteria cell Like the organic bound iron it is not removed by a water softener When using a softener to remove both hardness and dissolved iron it is im por tant that it regenerates more frequently than ordinarily would be calculated for hardness removal alone Although many factors and formulas have ...

Page 9: ...t storage tank of the Brine System so that additional salt can be dissolved to provide the brine solution that will be needed for the next re gen er a tion cycle B The Mineral Tank contains the Cullex resin column Cullsan underbedding and an outlet manifold The number of gallons of hard water that can be softened by the Cullex resin column before it needs regeneration is called the capacity of the...

Page 10: ... 248 CMR shall be adhered to Consult your licensed plumber for installation of this system This system and its installation must comply with state and local regulations The use of saddle valves are not permitted Safety glasses Phillips screwdrivers small and medium tip Gauge assembly PN 00304450 or equivalent Silicone lubricant PN 00471507 or equivalent Do Not Use Petroleum Based Lubricants A buck...

Page 11: ...ose an area with solid level floor free of bumps or irregularities Bumps cracks stones and other irregularities can cause the salt storage tank bottom to crack when filled with salt and water Drain facilities Choose a nearby drain that can handle the rated drain flow floor drain sink or stand pipe Refer to the Drain Line Chart Table 3 page 16 for maximum drain line length Electrical facilities A 1...

Page 12: ...pped as a 8 unit 1 Remove the two plastic caps from the tank couplings and lubricate the coupling O rings with silicone lu bri cant 2 The control valve is marked also with IN and OUT Place the control onto the tank with the inlet and outlet of the control corresponding with the inlet and outlet of the tank Press firmly onto the couplings Figure 9 Note Do not use a petroleum base lubricant for this...

Page 13: ...ger of the two o rings in the parts part goes between the adapter and the valve do not stretch the smaller o ring onto the top of the tank adapter Lubricate only the top o ring on the tank adapter and the outlet manifold o ring with silicone lubricant Screw the adapter into the tank until the adapter bottoms out on the tank flange Note The adapter only needs to be tightened hand tight to the tank ...

Page 14: ...emove the backwash flow control located behind the elbow Note The number on the flow control should face into the valve body Reverse the procedure to reassemble Plumbing Connections General Instructions Follow local plumbing electrical codes Failure to do so may result in your having to redo the installation at your expense Take the time to make a clean professional looking installation Use flux a...

Page 15: ...lt if not done Caution When making sweat con nec tions remove all plastic and rubber components which contact brass or copper Damage to these components may result otherwise Bypass Valve Installation 3 4 Medallist Time Clock Units Only The bypass valve connects directly to the backplate of the valve with a pair of couplings and screws Figure 14 To facilitate this con nec tion remove the plate by p...

Page 16: ...tal pipe was originally used and is later interrupted by the bypass valve to maintain proper metallic pipe bonding an approved ground clamp c w not less than 6 copper conductor must be used for continuity Check your local electrical code for the correct clamp and cable size To bypass turn the blue knob clockwise see directional arrow on end of knob until the knob stops as shown DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN ...

Page 17: ...ne suf fi cient to reach from the brine tank to the brine fitting with no sharp bends For easier access to the float it is recommended to add an extra four feet 1 3 meters of length to the brine line Cut both ends of the brine line squarely and clean ly Remove the brine valve from the brine tank and then remove the white nut and insert from the float rod Re turn float rod to its original po si tio...

Page 18: ...ack Place it on the cable at the point of entry to the rear of the timer plate and push it into the hole Electrical Connections The power cord needs to be connected to the plug in transformer wire orientation is not critical Figure 21 shows the cord attachment to the transformer Connect wire harness to 24 VAC terminals on transformer Note Observe all state and local electrical codes Note The plug ...

Page 19: ...ter has passed through the system the microprocessor will signal a regeneration The REG enunciator will light at this point The unit will perform a standard regeneration cycle at the preset time unless the programming option dip 2 is changed from DEL to Id When programming option dip 2 is changed from DEL to Id a re gen er a tion will begin immediately The programming of the Soft Minder provides s...

Page 20: ... the correct value is displayed Press the Regen key to flash the hours Adjust with the or key until the correct time is displayed Pressing the Status key will move to the next programming step Pressing Regen will move back to the minutes adjust Time of Regeneration This setting is used to program the time at which a regeneration is to occur in the delay mode or in immediate mode with time clock ba...

Page 21: ... the number of days Adjust the value with the or keys Pressing the Status key will save the setting and move to the next programming step Salt Dosage This settings used to set the salt dosage The display will first show SLtP SLtG for metric according to DIP switch 5 setting for two seconds and then display the default or previously programmed value Adjust the salt dosage with the or keys Pressing ...

Page 22: ...how the REG icon and CAPG or CAPL for metric for two seconds and then display the REG and the setting numbers to adjust Adjust the value with the or keys Pressing the Status key will save the setting and move to the next programming step Blank Display After the last programming menu is displayed menu will vary depending on mode of operation pressing status will move to a blank display screen From ...

Page 23: ...f Regeneration is to be updated after a valid regeneration is complete cycle 3 times out automatically Number of days since last Regeneration 0 to 99 Days counter is to be updated at 12 00 AM ONLY when dip 2 is on AND dip 4 is off Otherwise update at whatever TOR is set for After a valid regeneration is complete cycle 3 times out automatically the counter is to be reset to 0 Number of Regeneration...

Page 24: ... The display will show GALr Litr for metric for two seconds and then display the remaining capacity When reaching 0 the display will remain at 0 and not show negative values This display shall never time out as opposed to the rest of standard statistic 10 minutes Number of Regenerations in Last 14 Days This display will show the number of regenerations that have occurred in the last 14 days The di...

Page 25: ... for the life of the unit Statistical Function Timeout If no key activity occurs for a period of 600 seconds 10 minutes while in statistics functions mode the mode will time out and return to the time of day display An exception is that the flow rate and capacity remaining will not time out but will remain displayed until a key is pressed Pressing the Status key at any time will return he unit bac...

Page 26: ...re closed Direct the drain line discharge into a bucket where flow can be observed Plug the transformer into a 120 Volt 60 Hz single phase receptacle Wait for the control to energize the motor and home itself Set the timer to the correct time of day Open the main supply valve Initiate an immediate regeneration to move the control into the backwash position Refer to the section on manual cycling fo...

Page 27: ...ivery service You can have your salt supply replenished on a regular basis Whether you have automatic delivery service or pick up salt from your Culligan Dealer you will be getting quality salt packaged according to rigid Culligan specifications Using Culligan Brand Salt will help assure continued efficiency and trouble free op er a tion of your water conditioner Care and Cleaning of Your Culligan...

Page 28: ...tire System At Start up after infrequent use idle for one week or more or every 3 6 months On private supplies the appearance of off tastes and odors particularly if musty or rotten egg caused by harmless sulfate reducing bacteria may indicate a need for the system to be sanitized See page 26 Backwash Flow Controller Every 12 months or every time service is performed on the system Build up of sedi...

Page 29: ...llow the unit to complete the recharge cycle automatically If tastes and odors return frequently even after sanitization a continuous chlorination system may be needed Send a water sample to a qualified laboratory for bacterial analysis 26 Note If the water supply contains iron regenerate the softener before sanitizing to remove iron from the resin Note Do not use lemon scented bleach or similar b...

Page 30: ...tank on a flat smooth solid surface 10 Replace the salt plate Place brine valve chamber in position and affix with screw and nut 11 Insert the brine valve into the chamber and replace brine valve chamber cap 12 Fill the salt storage tank with 4 to 6 inches of water 13 Fill the tank with salt to within a few inches of the top 14 Replace salt storage tank cover Troubleshooting The Culligan Medallist...

Page 31: ...pply is work ing Open a tap ahead of the conditioner outside tap to see if you have any water pressure If you have water pressure check the bypass valve If it is in the Service position put it into the bypass and call your Culligan dealer for service Increased Usage Guests family additions new water using appliances etc all will result in more water usage and will require more capacity from your c...

Page 32: ...rs is a Cul Flo Valv Bypass NOTE The 3 4 Medallist bypass valve will look different on the valve connections but function the same To bypass unit simply turn the blue knob clockwise To return to soft water service reverse the procedure turn the blue knob counter clockwise When and How to Bypass Your Water Conditioner 29 Bypassed Figure 14a To BYPASS turn the blue knob clockwise see directional arr...

Page 33: ...Ci L 7 5 0 5 5 9 gpm 12 psig This system is certified for barium and radium 226 228 reduction based on harness reduction It is recommended you test your water every 6 months to ensure the system is performing properly and that hardness and therefore barium and radium 226 228 are being reduced Hardness test strips have been included Additional strips are available from you local Culligan dealer The...

Page 34: ...tified by WQA against NSF ANSI Standard 44 for the effective reduction of hardness calcium and magnisium and barium radium as verified and substantiated by test data This softener is efficiency rated it has a Demand Initiated Regeneration D I R feature which complies with specific per for mance specifications intended to minimize the amount of regenerant brine and water used in their op er a tion ...

Page 35: ... and radium 226 228 reduction based on hardness reduction It is recommended you test your water every 6 months to ensure the system is performing properly and that hardness and therefore barium and radium 226 228 are being reduced Hardness test strips have been included Additional strips are available from your local Culligan dealer The Culligan Medallist Plus Series 30 Water Softeners are tested ...

Page 36: ...rdness calcium and magnesium and barium radium as verified and substantiated by test data The Culligan Medallist Plus Series 30 Water Softeners are tested and certified by WQA against NSF ANSI Standard 61 for material requirements This softener is efficiency rated it has a Demand Initiated Regeneration D I R feature which complies with specific performance specifications intended to minimize the a...

Page 37: ...nd radium 226 228 reduction based on hardness reduction It is recommended you test your water every 6 months to ensure the system is performing properly and that hardness and therefore barium and radium 226 228 are being reduced Hardness test strips have been included Additional strips are available from your local Culligan dealer The Culligan Medallist Plus Series 45 Water Softeners are tested an...

Page 38: ...ardness calcium and magnesium and barium radium as verified and substantiated by test data The Culligan Medallist Plus Series 45 Water Softeners are tested and certified by WQA against NSF ANSI Standard 61 for material requirements This softener is efficiency rated it has a Demand Initiated Regeneration D I R feature which complies with specific performance specifications intended to minimize the ...

Page 39: ...and radium 226 228 reduction based on hardness reduction It is recommended you test your water every 6 months to ensure the system is performing properly and that hardness and therefore barium and radium 226 228 are being reduced Hardness test strips have been included Additional strips are available from your local Culligan dealer The Culligan Medallist Plus Series 60 Water Softeners are tested a...

Page 40: ...rdness calcium and magnesium and barium radium as verified and substantiated by test data The Culligan Medallist Plus Series 60 Water Softeners are tested and certified by WQA against NSF ANSI Standard 61 for material requirements This softener is efficiency rated it has a Demand Initiated Regeneration D I R feature which complies with specific performance specifications intended to minimize the a...

Page 41: ...California Certifications 38 ...

Page 42: ... this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants None Barium Radium 226 228 None Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Organic Contaminants Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before...

Page 43: ...water treatment device s listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants None Barium Radium 226 228 None Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Organic Contaminants Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality wi...

Page 44: ...tificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants None Barium Radium 226 228 None Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity Inorganic Radiological Contaminants Organic Contaminants Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after...

Page 45: ...Parts List 42 1 Softener Valve FOLLOWER ONLY 8 6 3 10 9 3 12 5 63 63 4 7 3 63 63 3 63 11 63 3 10 9 8 6 3 3 12 63 4 5 63 7 3 63 63 63 11 63 FOLLOWER ONL ...

Page 46: ...Parts List cont 43 FOLLOWER ONLY 6 3 10 9 3 12 5 63 63 4 7 3 63 63 3 63 3 48 49 10 9 8 6 3 3 12 63 4 5 63 7 3 63 63 63 11 63 FOLLOWER ONLY 3 4 Softener Valve ...

Page 47: ...5 15 14 16 18 13 1 20 61 38 39 37 26 61 36 17 61 34 61 32 33 61 28 30 31 61 13 18 63 24 23 22 21 64 63 35 2 63 62 63 24 23 22 21 62 64 63 35 2 63 62 39 38 37 36 28 30 31 32 33 34 61 61 26 20 61 17 61 19 61 61 3 4 3 4 Softener Valve 1 Softener Valve ...

Page 48: ...Parts List cont 45 82 83 71 84 72 70 50 58 59 52 57 60 59 43 57 51 55 53 54 56 83 85 72 84 82 72 ...

Page 49: ...022 Eductor Cover 10 Each Pack X X 17 P0445797 Seal Eductor Port 10 Each Pack X X 18 00448126 Plug Body Rear 1 Each X X 19 00448128 Clip Body Rear 1 Each X X 20 01017758 Drain Elbow Assembly 1 Each X X 21 P0448853 Repl Eductor Sleeve Softener 10 Each Pack X X 22 P0447986 O ring Eductor Sleeve Small 25 Each Pack X X 23 P0308407 O ring Eductor Sleeve Large 25 Each Pack X X 24 P0448750 Screen Eductor...

Page 50: ... 25 Each Pack X 50 01013971 Tank Adapter Kit ACME Medallist 1 Each X 50 01013970 Tank Adapter Kit NPSM Medallist 1 Each X 51 01014153 Adapter Assy 1 valve to tank w o O ring 1 Each X 52 01013958 Tank Adapter 1 Valve 1 Each X 52 00444808 Tank Adapter 3 4 Valve ACME threads 1 Each X 52C 00403523 Tank Adapter 3 4 Valve NPSM threads 1 Each X 53 P1013959 Tank Clamp 1 Valve 10 Each Pack X 54 P1013669 Ta...

Page 51: ...h X 75 01016564 3 4 Copper Adapter Kit 1 Bypass 1 Each X 75 P1019783 3 4 Elbow Copper Adabpter Kit 10 Pairs Pack X 76 01016565 3 4 Elbow Copper Adapter Kit 1 Bypass 1 Each X 76 P1019782 3 4 Copper Adapter Kit 10 Pairs Pack X 77 01018757 1 NPT Female Elbow Kit 1 Rotary Bypass 5 Pair Pack X 78 01018758 1 NPT Kit 1 Rotary Bypass 5 Pair Pack X 79 P1009856 Gasket Copper Plumbing Adapters 25 Each Pack X...

Page 52: ... Conditioner Tank Part No Description 00440821 Tank Assembly 8 Complete 01016389 Tank Assembly 10 x 40 Complete 01016390 Tank Assembly 10 x 54 Complete 00441897 Replacement Tank 8 Empty 01014891 Replacement Tank 10 x 40 Empty 01014572 Replacement Tank 10 x 54 Empty 01014573 Replacement Tank 12 x 52 Empty 01000819 Outlet manifold 8 01014482 Outlet manifold 10 x 40 01014540 Outlet manifold 10 x 54 0...

Page 53: ...1 0187 15 Brine System 375 lb 1 01 0187 09 Replacement Tank 250 lb 01 0187 16 Replacement Tank 375 lb 2 01 0187 04 Cover 250 lb 01 0187 17 Cover 375 lb 3 01 0187 07 Salt Plate 250 lb 01 0187 13 Salt Plate 375 lb 4 01 0187 07 Brine Chamber 250 lb 375 lb 5 01 0187 06 Brine Valve 50 Parts List cont ...

Page 54: ...w 0 8 gpm 2 P1020194 Brine Well Cap 24 Pack 3 P1020196 3 8 Compression Nut 24 Pack 4 P1018871 3 8 Insert 25 Pack 5 P1012091 Retaining Clip 24 Pack 6 P1020192 Pin 24 Pack 7 P1020193 5 16 Nut 24 Pack 8 P1020190 Overflow Fitting w Nut 24 Pack 9 P1020195 3 8 Nut 24 Pack 10 P1020198 Air check Assembly 24 Pack 11 P1020197 Float 24 Pack ...

Page 55: ...2 11 Brine System Item No Part No Description 01 0187 70 Brine System 156 lb 1 01 0187 69 Replacement Tank 156 lb 2 01 0189 10 Cover 156 lb 3 01 0187 64 Salt Plate 156 lb 4 01 0187 68 Brine Chamber 156 lb 5 01 0187 06 Brine Valve ...

Page 56: ...Setting ___________________ lbs Time of Recharge _____________ a m ________________ p m Regeneration Interval ________________ days Time clock models Gallons to signal ________________ gallons Soft Minder models Number of people in household ___________________________________________________________ ___ Water Analysis Total Hardness __________ gpg Total Iron __________ ppm pH acidity ____________...

Page 57: ... water conditioning unit To the extent permitted by law culligan disclaims all implied warranties including without limitation warranties of merchantability and fitness for particular purpose to the extent required by law any such implied warranties are limited in duration to the one year period specified above for the entire conditioner As a manufacturer we do not know the characteristics of your...

Page 58: ...xperts And that s who you want taking care of your water The Culligan Promise At Culligan we understand that a water quality improvement system is an investment in your family s well being That s why our 1 350 independently operated dealers worldwide don t just sell products they sell water quality you can count on We stand behind our products with written limited warranties and our unequaled Cull...