Pentair Insufficient Brine Refill

Brine tank has very little or no water; softener may not regenerate effectively.

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Possible Causes

Clogged brine refill flow control, Brine valve not opening, Refill time set too low, Air leak preventing proper refill

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Shut off water and relieve pressure before removing valve components. Unplug power.

  • Observe refill: During the brine refill stage, check if water is entering the brine tank. No flow indicates a refill problem.
  • Clean flow control: Remove the brine refill flow control and clean any debris. Ensure the orifice is not blocked.
  • Check valve operation: Inspect the brine valve or solenoid for movement during refill. Replace the Pentair brine valve assembly if stuck closed.
  • Adjust settings: Increase the brine refill time or salt dose in programming to achieve the correct brine volume for your resin size.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Pentair brine valve assembly
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