Hellenbrand Under-Regeneration / Stuck Meter

Softener never seems to regenerate, but water is still soft for now.

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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

Turbine not spinning due to debris, Meter cable disconnected, Meter type mis-set in programming, Control board not counting pulses

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Place the unit in bypass before removing the turbine or opening the valve head.

  • Check display for flow: Run water and see if the display shows flow. If not, suspect the turbine or wiring.
  • Clean turbine: Remove the turbine and rinse away sand, iron, or scale. Ensure it spins freely when blown on.
  • Inspect wiring: Confirm the turbine sensor cable is firmly connected to the control board and not damaged.
  • Verify meter programming: Ensure the correct meter type is selected in the installer menu.
  • Replace components: If cleaning and wiring checks do not restore metering, replace the turbine assembly or control board as indicated.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Turbine / Flow Meter Assembly
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