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WHOLE HOUSE FILTER &
SALT-BASED WATER SOFTENER
MODELS: CSS1, CSS4, CSS+
Installation Instructions
CUSTOMER SERVICE IS AVAILABLE MON-FRI 9AM-6PM EST
800-589-5592
WWW.SPRINGWELLWATER.COM
You get the best of both worlds when you combine the
benefits of our traditional salt-based water softener and
our whole house water filter, which uses the highest
quality coconut shell catalytic carbon that targets the
contaminants that we find in our water supplies today!
System Contents
Carbon
Filter Tank
Brine
Tank
Power
Supply
50’ Drain Line
Hose
Clamp
Bypass
Valve (x2)
MNPT Fittings
(x4)
Recommended Supplies
System Configuration
Water Source
From Outside Home
Filtered and softened
Water Into Home
(1) Water from your
source will begin by
entering the Pre-Filter
(2) The Carbon Filter
will be the second tank
and will remove
chemicals such as
chlorine
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*The quantities are suggestions. Your system configuration may vary depending on installation area.
Electronic
Head for (SS)
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Whole House Filter and Water Softener
Setup And Installation
Pre-Filter
Gasket and
Lube
Spanner
Wrench
Sediment
Filter
Hose Bib
Assembly
Mounting
Bracket
Tank Head
for (CF)
Softener
Tank
Tank
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Tank
2
1-inch (24-inch Long) Corrugated
Water Connectors (x4)
1-inch (3-inch long) PVC Nipples
(x3)
1 Roll Plumbers Tape
1-inch threaded connectors for pre-
plumb (slip/threaded elbows shown)
1-Inch PVC Shut Off Valve Zip Ties
23(3) The Softener will be
the third tank and will
soften using ion exchange
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Leaning Tank
Tank Boot
Level Tanks
If the tank is not perfectly straight, carefully lift the tank straight up a few inches and tap it on the ground until
the tank stands vertically and fits snuggly into the tank boot.
PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS FULLY PRIOR TO ATTEMPTING INSTALLATION. Be sure to follow
all applicable plumbing codes. The system must be installed on a main water supply line
Caution: Do not install on well water unless you have spoken to a customer service
representative first.
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CF1
Tank Width 9”
Tank Height 48” (52” with Head)
Flow Rate 9 GPM Service
Connection Size 1”
Operating Pressure 25-80 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
36 –120 F
Pre-Filter
Change/Replacement
Every 6-9 Months
Media
Change/Replacement
Every 6 years or 1
Million Gallons
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CF4
Tank Width 10”
Tank Height 54” (58” with Head)
Flow Rate 11 GPM Service
Connection Size 1”
Operating Pressure 25-80 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
36 –120 F
Pre-Filter
Change/Replacement
Every 6-9 Months
Media
Change/Replacement
Every 6 years or 1
Million Gallons
SS1
Tank Width 9”
Tank Height 48” (57” with Head)
Flow Rate 11 GPM Service
Connection Size 3/4”
Backwash Rate 2 GPM
Operating Pressure 25-80 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
36 –120 F
pH Range 6.5 - 10
Grain 32k
Brine Tank 18”(w) x 33”(h)
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SS4
Tank Width 10”
Tank Height 54” (63” with Head)
Flow Rate 13 GPM Service
Connection Size 3/4”
Backwash Rate 2.4 GPM
Operating Pressure 25-80 PSI
Operating
Temperatures
36 –120 F
pH Range 6.5 –10
Grain 48k
Brine Tank 18”(w) x 33”(h)
System Specifications
Installing the Head on the CF (Carbon Filter) Tank
Carbon Filter
Tank Tank Head
This step will require the materials listed below
2) Discard the cap as it is no
longer required.
3) Locate the tank head and
remove the shipping label.
4) Align the opening on the
bottom of the tank head with
the pipe inside the tank.
5) Press the tank head down
to allow the threads to
catch.
6) Turn the tank head
clockwise until it is fully
tightened.
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ONCE THE HEAD ATTACHES TO THE PIPE INSIDE THE TANK IT IS PERMANENT. Do not attempt
to unscrew or remove the head from the tank or it will cause the components within the tank
to separate causing damage and potentially cause resin to seep from the tank into your home
plumbing.
1) Unscrew the cap on top of
the carbon filter tank.
8) Use your feet around the
boot to add grip to the tank.
7) Insert a blunt tool into one of
the connections on the head. A
screwdriver handle will work.
9) Grip the tank and use the
screwdriver as leverage to
fully tighten the head.
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IMPORTANT! The carbon media inside the filter system MUST soak in water for a minimum of
48 hours prior to installation
Carbon Soak Instructions (48 Hours Prior)
Carbon Filter
Tank (CF)
Red Bypass Valve
MNPT Fittings
(x2)
Hose Bib
Assembly
Lawn Hose
Connected to Faucet
This step will require the materials listed below
10) Insert the bypass valve onto
the top of the tank.
11) Fully tighten the fasteners
on both valve connections
securing the bypass valves.
12) Attach and tighten a MNPT
Fitting onto the connections on
each of the bypass valves.
13) Use the hose bib to attach
the lawn hose to the inlet on the
first tank. Ensure the bypass is
off to allow water flow through
the tank.
14) Turn on the water to the
hose halfway until water
exits the tank. Turn off the
water and disconnect the
hose and hose bib.
15) Switch the tank to bypass
and store for 48 hours.
Bypass Operation
Bypass on, water does
not flow through tank
Bypass off, water
flows through tank
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Tank
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IMPORTANT! The carbon media must be flushed on both tanks prior to install
Carbon Flush Instructions
Carbon Filter
Tank (CF)
Hose Bib
Assembly
Lawn Hose
Connected to Faucet
This step will require the materials listed below
16) Switch off the bypass on the
tank. Note: Some water may be
released from the 48-hour pre-
soak.
17) Attach the hose bib
assembly onto the inlet port
on the tank.
18) Connect the hose to the
hose bib assembly.
19) Run water through the tank
until the water runs clear.
20) Switch the hose and
hose bib to the outlet side
now and flush with water in
the opposite direction until
the water runs clear.
Bypass Operation
Bypass on, water does
not flow through tank
Bypass off, water
flows through tank
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Tank
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Note: The tank has a stainless-steel
sleeve that is covered in protective
plastic. Please remove the plastic
prior to install. The sleeve can be
maintained and polished using
automobile wax.
Prepping the Pre-Filter
This step will require the materials listed below
Pre-Filter Housing Sediment Filter O-Ring w/Lube
21) Unscrew the lid from the
pre-filter Housing.
25) Insert the Sediment Filter
into the pre-filter Housing.
22) The O-ring will now be laid
into the groove around the top
of the pre-filter Housing tank.
23) Squeeze lubricant onto the
O-ring then spread it using your
finger.
24) Flip the O-Ring over and
lubricate the opposite side as
well.
26) Replace the lid and fully
tighten it
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Installing the Pre-Filter This step will require the materials listed below
Prepped Pre-Filter
Housing
27) Note: Plumbers tape will
need to be applied to all PVC
threads during the installation.
28) Install a PVC nipple onto
each the inlet and outlet of the
pre-filter housing. Fully tighten
using pliers avoiding damage to
the threads on the PVC nipples.
29) Identify the optimal area to mount
the pre-filter. Ensure that it aligns to
allow a connection from the pre-plumb
into the inlet of the pre-filter. Mark
your holes for pre-drilling.
30) Use a 3/16” drill bit to pre-
drill the holes for the pre-filter
mounting bracket.
31) Use 4 of the provided bolts
and washers to secure the bracket
to the wall using a 1/2” socket.
Spanner
Wrench
Mounting
Bracket
1-inch (3-inch long)
PVC Nipples (x3)*
Plumbers Tape
1-inch (24-inch Long) Corrugated
Water Connectors (x1)
1-Inch PVC Shut Off
Valve*
Wrench and Pliers
32) Before mounting the pre-
filter, identify the inlet and
outlet by using the markings on
top. Be sure to orient it so the
incoming water can be
connected to the inlet.
Drill with 3/16” drill bit
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Installing the Pre-Filter (cont.)
34) Expose the pre-plumb and
prep to install the threaded
adapters.
35) Install a 1” threaded adapter
on the incoming water supply and
point the threads towards the
pre-filter.
38) Connect a PVC nipple to the
other end of the PVC shut off
valve.
33) Use the remaining 4 bolts to
secure the pre-filter to the
mounting bracket.
36) Point the threaded adapter
for the opposite end of the pre-
plumb towards the tank
connections.
NOTE: Plumbers tape will need
to be applied to every thread
when connecting all corrugated
pipes.
37) Connect the PVC shut off
valve onto the threaded adapter
on the incoming water supply.
39) Connect a corrugated pipe
to the PVC nipple.
40) Connect the other end of the
corrugated pipe to the inlet on
the pre-filter.
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IMPORTANT! Be sure to turn off the water main to your home
before proceeding to the next steps!
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