Water Softener Cleaning

When your water softener is not working at its optimal level, you may notice salt residue on glass and sinks even when you've been adding enough softener solution. This is a sign that the injector needs to be cleaned. Cleaning the injector at least twice a year can help improve the efficiency and performance of your unit. Here's how to get started with the water softener cleaning process.

Things You'll Need

• Canned air
• Large paper clip
• Warm water
• Soap

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Instructions

1. Switch your water softener to bypass mode. Turning on the bypass valve ensures that water will not be run through the softener during the cleaning process.

2. Disconnect the water softener from the electrical outlet. This is a safety measure that also reduces the chances of interference during the cleaning process.

3. Remove the water softener injector cap. This is usually found at the back of the water softener near the top of the unit. Move this slowly and set it aside.

4. Remove the injector screen. This is located behind the cap; you will need to wash the screen with warm soapy water.

5. Clean the water softener injector nozzle. Use the canned air to clean out any dust or debris that has accumulated in and around the nozzle. Continue cleaning using the end of a paperclip.

6. Put the injector screen back in place. Secure the screen back to its original position over the nozzle.

7. Screw the injector cap back to its original position. Slowly place the injector cap onto the screen and tighten it to secure it.

8. Prepare the water softener for testing. Plug the water softener unit back into the electrical outlet.

9. Test the unit. Turn the softener back on after all parts of the injector have been replaced.

Tips & Warnings

• Wear gloves while cleaning to protect your hands from dirt and debris.

• Check your water softener's manual to determine where the injector cap is located.

• If the injector screen is damaged, you will need to install a replacement screen as soon as possible.

• Make sure your hands are dry before plugging the water softener back into the outlet.