GE Over‑Frequent Regeneration

Water softener regenerates too frequently, even with low water usage.

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Possible Causes

Hardness set too high, Capacity set too low, Flow sensor mis‑reading usage, Internal leak causing constant usage count

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: No internal work is required for basic setting changes.

  • Step 1 – Review hardness and capacity: Compare programmed hardness to actual water hardness. Reduce if set excessively high.
  • Step 2 – Check for leaks: Inspect the home for running toilets or leaks that could cause high water usage.
  • Step 3 – Verify flow sensor: With all fixtures off, check if the display shows any flow. If it does, troubleshoot the turbine sensor.
  • Step 4 – Adjust reserve setting: If your model allows, adjust the reserve capacity to a more appropriate value for your household.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5
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