E20
AquaHouse Internal Bypass / Valve Leak Fault

E20 error and the unit indicates an internal leak or continuous flow when no water is being used.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Worn rotor seal and spacer stack, Cracked internal valve body, Debris on sealing surfaces, Mis-seated AquaHouse rotor disk

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the softener and place it in BYPASS. Depressurize by opening a downstream faucet before disassembling the valve.

Step-by-step:

  • 1. Confirm no fixtures are running: Ensure all taps, toilets, and appliances are off. If the flow meter still shows flow, an internal leak is likely.
  • 2. Inspect external plumbing: Check for leaks around the bypass and tank connections that could mimic internal flow.
  • 3. Open control valve: Remove the control head cover and access the rotor and seal pack (refer to AquaHouse service manual). Note the orientation of parts.
  • 4. Clean and inspect seals: Remove the rotor and seal/spacer stack. Clean all parts and inspect for grooves, tears, or warping. Replace with a new AquaHouse seal and spacer kit if worn.
  • 5. Inspect valve body: Look for cracks or erosion in the valve body. Replace the entire AquaHouse control valve body if damaged.
  • 6. Reassemble and test: Reinstall components, restore SERVICE mode and power, and verify that flow drops to zero when no water is used.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

AquaHouse Rotor Seal and Spacer Kit
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