Cillit Partial Bypass / Cross‑Connection

Softener installed but some outlets remain hard while others are soft

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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

Incorrect connection of Cillit inlet/outlet, Cross‑connection between hot and cold lines, Old hard water loop left in place

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Plumbing work must be done with water isolated and lines depressurized.

  • Verify connections: Confirm that the Cillit softener inlet is connected to the raw supply and the outlet to the house distribution, not reversed.
  • Check for cross‑connections: Look for any mixing valves or loops that might connect hard and soft lines.
  • Trace piping: Use hardness testing at various taps to map which lines are soft and identify where hard water is entering the system.
  • Correct plumbing: Reconfigure piping to ensure all intended outlets are supplied from the softener outlet.
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Repair Difficulty

Hard 4/5

Required Part

Cillit installation plumbing (no specific spare part)
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