CULLIGAN MARK 10 AUTOMATIC WATER …

1 Cat. No. 01-8819-48 Revised 1/96 CULLIGAN MARK 10 AUTOMATIC WATER CONDITIONERI nstallation/ operating InstructionsModels from 1995 1996 CULLIGAN International CompanyPrinted in USAWARNING: IF INCORRECTLY INSTALLED, OPERATED OR MAINTAINED, THIS PRODUCT CAN CAUSE SEVERE WHO INSTALL, OPERATE, OR MAINTAIN THIS PRODUCT SHOULD BE TRAINED IN ITS PROPER USE, WARNED OFITS DANGERS, AND SHOULD READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL,OPERATE OR MAINTAIN THIS COMPANYNORTHBROOK, ILLINOIS 60062 Attention CULLIGAN Customer.

2 The installation , service and maintenance of this equipment shouldbe rendered by a qualified and trained service technician. Your lo-cal independently operated CULLIGAN dealer employs trainedservice and maintenance personnel who are experienced in theinstallation, function and repair of CULLIGAN equipment. This publi-cation is written specifically for these individuals and is intendedfor their encourage CULLIGAN users to learn about CULLIGAN products, butwe believe that product knowledge is best obtained by consultingwith your CULLIGAN dealer.

3 Untrained individuals who use this manualassume the risk of any resulting property damage orpersonal Prior to servicing equipment, disconnectpower supply to prevent electrical THIS EQUIPMENT IS TO BE USED IN THE TREATMENT OFDRINKING WATER , THE WATER MUST BE MICROBIOLOGI-CALLY MARK 10 AUTOMATIC WATER CONDITIONERSI nstallation/ operating InstructionsModels from 1995 Table of ContentsSpecifications .. 2 Preparation .. 3 installation .. 5 Settings .. 9 Start-Up Procedure .. 14 Sanitizing Procedure .. 152 / CULLIGAN MARK 10 AUTOMATIC WATER conditioners pecificationsCulligan Mark 10 AUTOMATIC WATER Conditionerswith Auto Clock or Soft-Minder Meter9" Model12" ModelControl Valve5-cycle, Reinforced Thermoplastic5-Cycle, Reinforced ThermoplasticOverall Conditioner Height44 in (1118 mm)44 in (1118 mm)Media Tank Dimensions (Dia x Ht)9 x 38 in (229 x 965 mm)12 x 38 in (305 x 965 mm)Salt Storage Tank Dimensions16 x 43 in (406 x 1092 m)16 x 43 in (457 x 1092 mm)

4 Exchange Media, Type and QuantityCullex Media, cu ftCullex Resin, cu ft(20 liters)(40 liters)Underbedding Type and QuantityNoneNoneExchange Capacity @ Salt Dosage15,500 grains (1 000 grams)28,800 grains (1 866 grams) Per Recharge1@ lb ( kg)@ lb ( kg)20,300 grains (1 315 grams)37,500 grains (2 430 grams)@ lb ( kg)@ lb ( kg)22,500 grains (1 450 grams)43,600 grains (2 825 grams)@ lb ( kg)@ lb ( kg)Freeboard to in ( mm) in ( mm)Salt Storage Capacity250 lb (114 kg)375 lb (170 kg)Rated Service Flow @ Pressure gpm @ 15 gpm @ 15 psi( lpm @ 100 kPa)(31 lpm @ 100 kPa)Total Hardness, Maximum75 gpg (1 300 mg/l)100 gpg (1 700 mg/l)Total Iron, Maximum5 ppm (5 mg/l)5 ppm (5 mg/l)Hardness to Iron Ratio, Minimum48 gpg Hardness to 1 ppm Iron8 gpg Hardness to 1 ppm Iron(140 mg/l Hardness to 1 mg/l Iron)(140 mg/l Hardness to 1 mg/l Iron) operating Pressure20 - 125 psi (140 - 860 kPa)20 - 125 psi (140 - 860 kPa) operating Temperature33 - 120 F (1 - 50 C)33 - 120 F (1 - 50 C)

5 Electrical Requirements120 Volts AC, 60 Hertz120 Volts AC, 60 HertzElectrical Power Consumption,3 Watts/25 Watts3 Watts/25 Watts Min/MaxDrain Flow, gpm (13 lpm) gpm (13 lpm)Recharge Time, Average670 min70 minRecharge WATER Consumption,64 gal (242 liters)110 gal (416 liters) Average61 Capacities and corresponding salt dosages pertain to low hardness waters. Capacities given are per from top of media to top of inlet fitting (backwashed and drained).3 Measured from top of underbedding to top of inlet to iron ratio does not apply and total hardness and iron specifications change as follows whenSofner-Gard Accessory is at 120 psi (830 kPa).

6 610 minute / 3 PreparationCOMPONENT DESCRIPTIONThe WATER conditioner is shipped from the factory in onecarton. Remove all components and inspect them beforestarting Valve Assembly - Includes the 5- cycle regenera-tion control valve and electronic timer assembly. A smallparts package contains installation hardware and consumerliterature, including an Owner s Guide and warranty Tank - Contains the Tripl-Hull media tank com-plete with Cullex ion exchange resin, underbedding andoutlet Storage Tank Assembly - Includes salt storage con-tainer with support plate and Dubl-Safe brine refill valveand AND MATERIALSThe following tools and supplies will be needed, dependingon installation method.

7 Observe all applicable Installations Safety goggles Phillips screwdrivers, small and medium tip Gauge assembly (PN 00-3044-50 or equivalent) Silicone lubricant (PN 00-4715-07 or equivalent) - DONOT USE PETROLEUM-BASED LUBRICANTS. A bucket, preferably light-colored TowelsSpecial Tools Torch, solder and flux for sweat copper connections Threading tools, pipe wrenches and thread sealer forthreaded connections Saw, solvent and cement for plastic pipe connectionsMaterials Brine line, 5/16" (PN 00-3031-28 or equivalent) Drain line, 1/2" (PN 00-3030-82, gray, semi-flexible; orPN 00-3319-46, black, semi-rigid.)

8 Or equivalent) Thread sealing tape Pressure reducing valve (if pressure exceeds 125 psi[860 kPa], PN 00-4009-00 or equivalent) Pipe and fittings suited to the type of installation WATER softener salt (rock, solar or pellet salt formulatedspecifically for WATER softeners)BYPASS VALVESA bypass valve is included with the control valve quality - Verify that raw WATER hardness and iron arewithin limits. Note the hardness for setting the salt dosageand recharge - If pressure exceeds 125 psi (860 kPa), install apressure reducing valve (see materials checklist).

9 On privatewater systems, make sure the minimum pressure (the pres-sure at which the pump starts) is greater than 20 psi(140 kPa). Adjust the pressure switch if : The use of a pressure reducing valvemay limit the flow of WATER in the - Do not install the unit where it might freeze,or next to a WATER heater or furnace or in direct / CULLIGAN MARK 10 AUTOMATIC WATER CONDITIONERLOCATIONS pace requirements - Allow 6-12 inches (15-30 cm)behind the unit for plumbing and drain lines and 4 feet ( ) above for service access and filling the surface - Choose an area with solid, level floor free ofbumps or irregularities.

10 Bumps, cracks, stones and otherirregularities can cause the salt storage tank bottom tocrack when filled with salt and facilities - Choose a nearby drain that can handle therated drain flow (floor drain, sink or stand pipe). Refer to theDrain Line Chart, Table 1 (page ---), for maximum drain : Most codes require an anti-siphon device or facilities - A 6-foot grounded cord is customer should provide a 3-prong grounded receptacle,preferably one not controlled by a switch that can be turnedoff accidentally. Observe local electrical !