Stimw
Elite Member
My 13 year old softener quit using salt about a year and a half ago. I have been putting off dealing with it. I have been considering a new one in the $400. -500. range.
I did take a sample of the media to the dealer and was told it was OK that clorine is what damages the media and I am on a well.
I googled "softener parts" and found a web site ( Watersoftenerparts.com ) with U-tube videos on how to disassemble the valve parts for cleaning or replacement.
The site also said that most Softener Valves and parts are generic no matter the brand name. Mine was listed there.
I watched the videos and found that there was nothing to fly out or break off and it was very simple to take apart and clean!
I put it back together and now it's working again and I know what to do if it acts up again and what parts to replace if needed.
I have no interest in the website but the videos are priceless!
I did take a sample of the media to the dealer and was told it was OK that clorine is what damages the media and I am on a well.
I googled "softener parts" and found a web site ( Watersoftenerparts.com ) with U-tube videos on how to disassemble the valve parts for cleaning or replacement.
The site also said that most Softener Valves and parts are generic no matter the brand name. Mine was listed there.
I watched the videos and found that there was nothing to fly out or break off and it was very simple to take apart and clean!
I put it back together and now it's working again and I know what to do if it acts up again and what parts to replace if needed.
I have no interest in the website but the videos are priceless!
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