Water Softener - Water and Electrical Connection Information

It is necessary to provide the proper water and electrical connections to a water softener in order for it to function correctly.

Providing the Proper Water and Electrical Supply to a Water Softener

Water Supply

• The water softener requires a minimum water flow of 3 GPM (gallons per minute) at the inlet.
• Water Pressure: The maximum allowable inlet water pressure is 125 PSI. If your daytime water pressure is over 80 PSI, the nighttime pressure may exceed the maximum. Use a pressure reducing valve if necessary.
• If your home has a back-flow preventer, an expansion tank must be installed according to local codes and laws.
• Do not use a softener to treat water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without proper disinfection of the water from a system before or after the softener.

Electrical Supply

• The water softener has a 10 foot long power cord that is included and should be used.
• Plug the supplied cord into a 120 Volt, 60 Hertz household outlet that is properly grounded and protected by a circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
• It is okay to use an extension cord with GE water softeners. It is recommended that you use a #20 AWG appliance replacement cord, which is normally sold at hardware stores or home improvement centers, adding 1/4" right angle crimp terminals for connection to the softener and spade terminals for connection to the transformer.

Additional Support

Should you require repair service for your Water Softener, please contact service at 1-800-952-5039 for the nearest authorized SmartWater Servicer in your area.