North Star No Power to Control

Softener will not power on; display is blank

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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

Faulty power supply transformer, Loose power cord, Tripped GFCI or breaker, Failed control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Do not work on live electrical circuits. Unplug before inspecting internal components.

  • 1. Check outlet: Test the wall outlet with another device to confirm power. Reset any tripped GFCI or breaker.
  • 2. Inspect power cord and transformer: Ensure the transformer is firmly plugged into the outlet and the low-voltage plug is fully seated in the control.
  • 3. Test transformer output: Using a multimeter, verify the transformer outputs the correct low voltage specified on its label. Replace the power supply transformer if no output.
  • 4. Replace control board: If the transformer is good but the display remains blank, replace the electronic control board.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Power Supply Transformer
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