Page 2 - Table of Contents
2 Table of Contents Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Valve Illustration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 3 - Safety Information; This system is to be used only for potable water.
3 Safety Information This water conditioner’s control valve conforms to NSF/ANSI 44 for materials and structural integrity only. Generic systems were tested and certified by WQA as verified by the performance data sheet. • Please review this entire Installation and Operation manual before installing...
Page 4 - Valve Illustration; Autotrol 255 Valve Control Module; Figure 2; Tank Adapter Module; Figure 1
4 Valve Illustration Autotrol 255 Valve Control Module Figure 2 B Y PA S S B Y PA S S Optionali-lid Cover Tank Adapter Module Figure 1 Air Check Brine Line Fitting Connection Probe Connection Slot Tank Thread 2-1/2-inch - 8 male Inlet Connection 3/4-inch or 1-inch NPT or BSPT Drain Connection 3/8-in...
Page 5 - Introduction
5 Introduction The 255 series control incorporates five cycles during operation, Figure 3 and is responsible for directing the flow of water during all phases of regeneration. The water conditioner consists of a control valve, mineral tank, resin and a salt storage tank. During the service cycle, ha...
Page 6 - Figure 3; Installation; All plumbing must conform to local codes.; Location Selection; certain adequate additional space is available.; If a check valve is
6 Figure 3 Installation All plumbing must conform to local codes. Inspect unit carefully for carrier shortage or shipping damage. Location Selection 1. The distance between the unit and a drain should be as short as possible.2. If it is likely that supplementary water treating equipment will be requ...
Page 7 - lines) will ever be subjected to room temperatures under 34; Water Line Connection; The most common bypass systems are the Autotrol; Not in Bypass
7 rated temperature and pressure safety relief valve. Also, be certain that local codes are not violated. 5. Do not locate unit where it or it’s connections (including the drain and overflow lines) will ever be subjected to room temperatures under 34 o F (1 o C) or over 120 o F (49 o C). 6. Do not i...
Page 8 - Drain Line Connection; Never insert drain line into a drain, sewer line or trap. Always; Brine Line Connection; tape all threaded connections.; Placing Conditioner into; Drain Line Tube
8 Drain Line Connection 1. Ideally located, the unit will be above and not more than 20 feet (6.1 m) from the drain. For such installations, use an appropriate adapter fitting (not supplied), to connect 1/2-inch (1.3-cm) plastic tubing to the drain line connection of the control valve. 2. If the uni...
Page 9 - Overflow Line Connection; Figure 7; Low Voltage Transformer; Brine Tank
9 Overflow Line Connection In the absence of a safety overflow and in the event of a malfunction, the BRINE TANK OVERFLOW will direct “overflow” to the drain instead of spilling on the floor where it could cause considerable damage. This fitting should be on the side of the cabinet or brine tank. To...
Page 10 - Increasing the Length of the Transformer Cord; Figure 8; Disinfection of Water Conditioners
10 Increasing the Length of the Transformer Cord If it is necessary to extend the length of the transformer cord, an optional 15-foot (4.6-m) extension is available (see Figure 9). Figure 8 Figure 9 Disinfection of Water Conditioners The materials of construction of the modern water conditioner will...
Page 11 - Sodium or Calcium Hypochlorite; Application; Calcium Hypochlorite; Brine tank conditioners; Placing Conditioner into Operation; Disinfection of; section in this manual. Complete the following steps to place
11 Sodium or Calcium Hypochlorite Application These materials are satisfactory for use with polystyrene resins, synthetic gel zeolite, greensand and bentonites. 5.25% Sodium Hypochlorite These solutions are available under trade names such as Clorox*. If stronger solutions are used, such as those so...
Page 13 - Control Valve; Figure 10 - Control Valve; Brine Line
13 Control Valve Figure 10 - Control Valve 5. Put into operation. a. Open water supply valve slowly to full open position.b. Carefully advance indicator knob COUNTERCLOCKWISE to center of FAST RINSE/REFILL position and hold there until air check (Figure 10) fills with water and water starts to flow ...
Page 14 - 00 Series Control Settings; Programming; • Release timer knob.
14 400 Series Control Settings 440i Control Figure 11 Programming 1. Set days of regeneration on skipper wheel (Figure 11). • Pull all skipper pins outward (away from control).• Rotate skipper wheel until day arrow points to current day or number 1.• Depress skipper pin(s) at day(s) for which regene...
Page 15 - The use of a small needle-nose pliers will aid in moving the jumper.
15 460i Control Figure 12 Programming Plug the wall-mount transformer into a functioning electrical outlet that is not controlled by a switch. Plug the transformer into the transformer plug receptacle on the control. Open the access door by pushing the raised tab on the door toward the left while pu...
Page 16 - Otherwise, the unit may show a blank display.; Calendar Override Setting; Parts per Million
16 Hardness Setting Move the jumper to the set of pins next to the word HARDNESS (Figure 14). Press the black TIME SET button until the hardness of the incoming water supply is displayed. The hardness range is from 1 to 99 grains per gallon. To change water hardness stated in parts per million (PPM)...
Page 17 - Common Features; Salt Dial Adjustment; pounds
17 4. Depress the black TIME SET button. The numbers will roll from “0” to “15.” Release the switch at the desired number of days for the calendar override. For example, releasing the switch at “10” would program a 10-day calendar override. 5. Disconnect power.6. Place jumper back on TIME and reconn...
Page 18 - COUNTERCLOCKWISE; to; START; to initiate a regeneration. For the 460i, simply
18 *This setting requires the use of “XS” (extra salt) cam and doubles the amount of the setting. The amount of salt placed in the brine tank has nothing to do with the amount of salt used during the regeneration cycle. Water will dissolve and absorb salt only until it becomes saturated. A given amo...
Page 19 - Preventive Maintenance; Clean injector screen and injector; once a year; through the injector recess.; IMPORTANT; Do not overtighten the plastic cap. Seat the cap lightly into
19 Preventive Maintenance Inspect and clean brine tank and screen filter on end of brine pickup tube once a year or when sediment appears in the bottom of the brine tank. Clean injector screen and injector once a year : 1. Unplug the wall-mount transformer.2. Shut off water supply or put bypass valv...
Page 20 - Replacement Parts for Autotrol Brand 255 Control; Valve Body
20 Replacement Parts for Autotrol Brand 255 Control Valve Body 19 21 18 6 5 4 3 2 1 7 8 9 10 11 12 7 16 15 13 23 22 22 23 21 21 22 17 22 inle t out let dra in 20 14 Tank Adapter Module 1018075 Rev I.fm Page 20 Tuesday, February 17, 2004 4:26 PM
Page 21 - 55 Valve & Tank Adapter Module
21 255 Valve & Tank Adapter Module Code Part No. Description Qty. 1 1000232 Valve Assembly, w/o Flow Controls 1 2 Camshaft: 1 1031950 Standard, One-Piece 1033024 Standard, Segmented 1033025 Extra Salt, Segmented 1033026 Long Rinse, Segmented 1032969 Water Saver, Segmented 3 1030501 Camshaft Bear...
Page 22 - Standard
22 * Not Shown **Flow control does not use Flow Control Ball (1030502). Kits: 21 1001404 O-Ring Group: Tank Adapter, 1010117 (1), 1010407 (1), 1010410 (4) 22 1040459 O-Ring Group: Piping Boss 1010431 (1), 1010411 (2) 23 1041010 13/16 Rubber Insert (Optional)Valve Discs: * 1000250 Standard 1018075 Re...
Page 23 - Replacement Parts; Meter Adapter
23 Replacement Parts TO SE T TIM E O F D AY PU LL KN OB AN D R OTA TE MA NU AL REG ENERA ION : PR ES S K NO B A ND TU RN CO UN TE R- CL OCKWIS E T O"S TAR T" Ð R ELE AS E 6P M 3P M 9A M 6A M 3A M NO ON MID NIG HT BA CKW AS H STA RT CO ND ITIO NE D WA TE R FA ST R IN SE / RE FIL L BR IN E/ DA...
Page 24 - 55 Series Accessories; Piping Boss
24 255 Series Accessories Code Part No. Description Qty. 1 440i Assembly 1 2 460i Assembly 1 3 Transformer 1 1000810 Japanese 1000811 North American 1000812 Australian 1000813 British 1000814 European * 1030234 Transformer Extension Cord 15 foot (4.5 m) 1 1 Piping Boss Kit (includes Hardware): 1 104...
Page 25 - Tube Adapter Kits
25 * 1001606 3/4-inch Copper Tube Adapter Kit 1 * 1001670 1-inch Copper Tube Adapter Kit 1 * 1041210 1-1/4-inch Copper Tube Adapter Kit 1 * 1040547 90 degree Elbow Adapter Kit 1 * 1001608 22-mm Copper Tube Adapter Kit 1 * 1001613 3/4-inch CPVC Tube Adapter Kit 1 * 1001614 1-inch CPVC Tube Adapter Ki...
Page 26 - Troubleshooting; section of this manual.; Common; Problem
26 Troubleshooting The technology upon which the Series 255 control is based is well established and proven in service over many years. However, should a problem or question arise regarding the operation of the system, the control can be very easily serviced. The control module can be quickly replac...
Page 32 - Valve Specifications
© Copyright 2004 GE Water Technologies Printed in the USA P/N 1018075 Rev. I For service or parts, please contact your local professional water treatment dealer. Valve Specifications Working Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-120 psi (1.38 - 8.27 bar)St...
