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Operations Manual
Models: 268 Co-Current Conditioner
263 Three-Cycle Filter
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Table of Contents How To Use This Manual 3 General Warnings And Safety Information 4 System Operation Cycle Functions 6 Equipment Installation 8 Valve Layout 8 Control Layout 9 Location Selection 10 Water Line Connection 12 Drain Line 14 Regenerant Line Connection 15 Overflow Line Connection 16 Electrical Connection 18 Valve Camshaft 19 Disinfection Of Water Conditioners 20 Ultramax Controller 22 Display Icons 23 Keypad — Buttons 24 Things You Might Need to Know 25 Programming Overview 26 Level
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How To Use This Manual This installation manual is designed to guide the installer through the process of installing and starting conditioners featuring the Ultramax series controllers. This manual is a reference and will not include every system installation situation. The person installing this equipment should have: • Knowledge of water conditioning and how to determine proper control settings Left Side Right Side • Basic plumbing skills • The directional instructions "left" and “right" a
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General Warnings And Safety Information Electrical There are no user-serviceable parts in the AC adapter, motor, or controller. In the event of a failure, these should be replaced. • All electrical connections must be completed according to local codes. • Use only the power AC adapter that is supplied. • The power outlet must be grounded. • To disconnect power, unplug the AC adapter from its power source. Mechanical • Do not use petroleum based lubricants such as vaseline, oils, or hydrocarbon
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General • Observe all warnings that appear in this manual. • Keep the media tank in the upright position. Do not turn upside down or drop. Turning the tank upside down will cause media to enter the valve. • Operating ambient temperature is between 34 °F (1 °C) and 120 °F (49 °C). • Operating water temperature is between 34 °F (1 °F) and 100 °F (38 °C). • Working water pressure range is 20 to 120 psi (1.38 to 8.27 bar). In Canada the acceptable working water pressure range is 20 to 100 psi (
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System Operation Cycle Functions 1. Service (Downflow) Untreated water is directed down through the resin bed and up through the riser tube. The hardness ions attach themselves to the resin and are removed from the water. The water is conditioned as it passes through the resin bed. 2. Backwash (Upflow) The flow of water is reversed by the control valve and directed down the riser tube and up through the resin bed. During the backwash cycle, the bed is expanded and debris is flushed to the d
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Cycle Water Flows From Regenerant Tank SERVICE BACKWASH BRINE/SLOW RINSE To Regenerant Tank BRINE REFILL REPRESSURIZE FAST RINSE System Operation Cycle Functions 7 Rev A
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Equipment Installation Valve Layout One Piece Valve Disc Spring Valve Discs Control Module Mount Refill Controller Injector and cap Regenerant Tube Connection Optical Sensor Camshaft Motor Outlet Drain Inlet Injector Screen Backwash Filter Drain Control 8 Equipment Installation Rev A
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Control Layout Ultramax Controller LCD Display PM MIN LBS KG x100 Down Button Manual Regen Button Set Button Up Button Refill Sensor Probe Outlet AC Adapter Lockout Connection (low voltage) Input Main Motor & Optical Sensor Connection Secondary Valve Motor Control (not used) Turbine Input or Dry Contact Signal Input Control Layout 9 Rev A
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Location Selection Location of a water treatment system is important. The following conditions are required: • Level platform or floor • Room to access equipment for maintenance and adding regenerant (salt) to tank. • Ambient temperatures over 34 °F (1 °C) and below 120 °F (49 °C). • Water pressure below 120 psi (8.27 bar) and above 20 psi (1.4 bar). • In Canada the water pressure must be below 100 psi (6.89 bar). • Constant electrical supply to operate the controller. • Total minimum pipe ru
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return to normal. A protective cover should assist with high temperature applications. • Insects — The controller and valve have been designed to keep all but the smallest insects out of the critical areas. Any holes in the top plate can be covered with a metal foil ductwork tape. The top cover should be installed securely in place. • Wind — The Ultramax cover is designed to withstand a 30 mph (48 Kph) wind when properly installed on the valve. Location Selection 11 Rev A
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A A S S S S B B Y Y P P A A S S S S Water Line Connection A bypass valve system should be installed on all water conditioning systems. Bypass valves isolate the conditioner from the water system and allow unconditioned water to be used. Service or routine maintenance procedures may also require that the system is bypassed. The illustrations below show the two common bypass methods. Figure 1 Autotrol Series 1265 bypass for use with Performa Normal Operation In Bypass Out In Out In Water W
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WARNING: Do not use tools to tighten plastic fittings. Over time, stress may break the connections. When the 1265 bypass valve is used, only hand tighten the nuts. WARNING: Do not use petroleum grease on gaskets when connecting bypass plumbing. Use only 100% silicone grease products when installing any Autotrol brand valve. Non-silicone grease may cause plastic components to fail over time. WARNING: Several tube adapters are available to connect the valve to the water plumbing. See Part
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Drain Line Drain Line Connection NOTE: Standard commercial practices are expressed here. Local codes may require changes to the following suggestions. Check with local authorities before installing a system. 1. The unit should be above and not more than 20 feet (6.1 m) from the drain. Use an appropriate adapter fitting to connect 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) plastic tubing to the drain line connection of the control valve. 2. If the backwash flow rate exceeds 5 gpm (22.7 Lpm) or if the unit is locate
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Regenerant Line Connection (not used with 3-cycle filter system) The regenerant line from the tank connects to the valve. Make the connections and hand tighten. Be sure that the regenerant line is secure and free from air leaks. Even a small leak may cause the regenerant line to drain out, and the conditioner will not draw regenerant from the tank. This may also introduce air into the valve causing problems with valve operation. Ensure that pipe sealant (Teflon* tape) is applied to the 3/8
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Overflow Line Connection (not used with 3-cycle filter system) In the event of a malfunction, the regenerant TANK OVERFLOW will direct “overflow” to the drain instead of spilling on the floor. This fitting should be on the side of the cabinet or regenerant tank. Most tank manufacturers include a post for the tank overflow connector. To connect the overflow line, locate hole on side of tank. Insert overflow fitting into tank and tighten with plastic thumb nut and gasket as shown (Figure 5).
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Figure 6 Regenerant Tank Check Valve* (not used with 3-cycle filter system) * Furnished as an option from system manufacturer. Overflow Line Connection 17 Rev A
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Electrical Connection All Ultramax controllers operate on 12-volt alternating current power supply. This requires use of the GE Water Technologies supplied AC adapter. A variety of AC adapters are available for different applications. These AC adapters are available from your supplier. They include: Input AC Adapter Application Part Number Voltage Standard wall-mount 120V 60Hz Standard indoor 1000811 AC adapter application Outdoor rated AC 120V 60Hz UL listed for 1235448 adapter outdoor ins
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Valve Camshaft The front end of the camshaft has an indicator cup. The cup has slots in the outer periphery and numbers on the inside face (Figure 7). The numbers can be seen with the cover off, from the front over the top of the controller. The number at the top indicates which regeneration cycle is currently in progress. Figure 7 Camshaft Front End for Treated Water Indicator 263 and 268 valve bodies (normal operation) Treated Water Slot The corresponding slot for the number is positioned
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Valve Disc Operation Figure 8 - Ultramax Valve 6 Rinse Drain 4 Outlet Valve 2 Bypass Valve 7 Backwash Drain Valves 3 Inlet Valve 5 Refill Valve 1 Regenerant Valve Disinfection Of Water Conditioners The materials of construction of the modern water conditioner will not support bacterial growth, nor will these materials contaminate a water supply. During normal use, a conditioner may become fouled with organic matter, or in some cases with bacteria from the water supply. This may result in an
