Yes. Any CUNO water softener may use either Potassium or Sodium Chloride as a re-generant without changing settings. This is of special interest to anyone on a sodium-free or low sodium diet.

Yes. Potassium chloride can be used in place of water softener salt, though you may have to adjust the fill time. As a result more potassium chloride may have to be used than salt. Potassium chloride is generally more expensive than salt. Call 1-866-725-9662 for advice.

You may know that you can also use potassium hydroxide (the more common chem. to use), also known as Lye to make biodiesel, but it is extremely hazardous for the person using it as well as the environment (if not handle appropriately). We've found that using potassium chloride, which is Potash an ingredient in fertilizers, is much safer (for both handler and the environment) and does just as good or better job of it. It's also biodegradable. It's also cheaper and easier to find.

No. Generally, water softeners can use either. With potassium chloride, you will use more material than with salt. Is it true that salt kills bacteria? I do not want the level of "good" bacteria in my septic system to be affected. VERY high concentrations of salt can kill some bacteria. However, the concentration of salt that is used in a softener is NEVER high enough to kill bacteria in septic systems.

This is a matter of personal choice. A softener will improve the efficiency and increase the life of appliances using hot water. It will make lathering easier and reduce tide marks on sanitary ware. Some people with skin conditions, such as eczema, have fewer problems if they use soft water for washing. But if you do install a water softener you should make sure that you have a supply of unsoftened water for drinking and cooking.

No, the water softener rejects water is salty or brine water. This reject water should be disposed of outside of the reclaim system.

Potassium can also be used in the water softener. When Potassium is used however, the softener control valve will need to be adjusted. Add 3 grains to the feed water hardness setting i.e. feed water = 18 grains + 3 for potassium = 21 grains entered for the feed water setting. Also keep the level of potassium in the brine tank low.

It is possible to use both a water softener and the ''ScaleBlaster''. The ''ScaleBlaster'' Scale Control System should be installed 'downstream' of the water softener, because it will cause the calcium ions attached to the ion exchange resin to be released back into the water. Because existing scale build-up in the plumbing will be dissolved into the water, the use of a water softener may help to diminish the effects of this increase in hardness.

Normal regeneration time is 2 hours. It normally takes place at night time (2:00AM0 when water usage is at a minimum. For a model S100ME (30,000-grain model) 30 gallons of water & 6 lbs of salt are used per regeneration at factory setting.

Base-exchange softeners replace calcium and magnesium ions with sodium. This has a tendency to increase the corrosiveness of the water because when sodium carbonate is heated it decomposes to carbon dioxide and caustic soda. Use normal 'mains' water which has not been processed through the water softener, together with System Inhibitor.

Always consult your dishwasher manufacturer for specifications regarding the salt used. Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt works well in most models. Morton® Coarse Kosher Salt is a non-iodized, granulated salt compacted into coarse flakes. This product contains a water soluble anti-caking agent. Back to Top

It all depends on the hardness of the raw water. The following table shows the additional amount of sodium consumed by drinking one quart of softened water.

A great deal of research has been done on this subject. According to The Water Quality Association (WQA), water softener regeneration discharge poses no problems to a septic tank or its related leach field. Studies have shown that discharge (waste) does not interfere with the system drain field soil percolation, and in many cases, can actually improve the percolation especially when fine textured soils are involved.

Our standard installation is quick and unobtrusive. Once installed, you can forget about it except for adding salt as required. In most cases our standard domestic installation method is suitable for most households. If there are any difficulties we can advise you about this when we carry out the survey. But rest assured ... we usually have a way to get round any problems.

Installation is usually completed within two to five working days of placing your order. If you have a direct feed system (as used with combination boilers) the soft water will start to flow immediately after the first salt recharge. If your water passes through a cold water storage tank and is heated in a hot water cylinder, the softened water will gradually replace the water already stored in the tanks and the effect will be slightly delayed.

The most common water softening method is called "ion exchange.” Put simply, this type of softening is a process where calcium and magnesium (the minerals that make water hard) ions are exchanged for sodium ions. This exchange takes place in a "resin bed" made up of a tiny bead-like material. The beads have a negative charge and attract and hold positively charged ions such as sodium.

If you are bothered by a sticky, gummy soap curd deposit in your bathtub or by the buildup of white deposits (called scale) on your cooking pots and coffee maker, a water softener can help with these problems. You can find out the hardness of your drinking water by telephoning your water supplier. The higher the hardness number, the more a water softener will help.

A water softener removes calcium, magnesium, lime, and iron from supply water. By removing these minerals, you eliminate buildup in pipes, on fixtures, and in your RV water heater.

This compact unit measures 6 ¾' in diameter by 22" in height. The water softener will soften approximately 300 gallons of water between regenerations depending on water hardness from the supply.