Foridra Air in Plumbing from Softener

Softener causes air sputtering at faucets after regeneration

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Possible Causes

Air drawn into brine line, Low water level in brine tank, Improper drain line routing causing siphoning, Leaking Foridra injector seals

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Air in lines is usually not dangerous but can be startling. Avoid sudden valve changes while lines are full of air.

  • Check brine level: Ensure the brine tank has adequate water before regeneration; extremely low levels can allow air into the system.
  • Inspect brine line connections: Tighten and reseat all brine line fittings at the Foridra valve and brine well to prevent air leaks.
  • Drain line routing: Ensure the drain line has a proper air gap and does not create a siphon that could draw air back.
  • Injector seals: Replace worn injector O-rings or gaskets in the Foridra valve head.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Foridra injector O-rings and brine line fittings
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