Judo softener emits a foul or musty odor from the brine tank or softened water

Safety first: Wear gloves and, if sensitive, a mask when cleaning the brine tank. Do not ingest water until odor is resolved.

• Increase regeneration frequency: Adjust settings so the Judo softener regenerates at least every few days to prevent stagnation.
• Clean brine tank: Empty the brine tank of salt and sludge. Wash the interior with warm water and a mild bleach solution (follow Judo guidelines), then rinse thoroughly before refilling with fresh salt.
• Disinfect system: Perform a disinfection cycle using a Judo-approved sanitizer introduced into the brine well, following the manual.
• Check raw water quality: If iron or manganese are high, consider pre-treatment (e.g., Judo iron filter) to reduce fouling of the resin.