Brine tank has a thick crust of salt on top with little or no water visible underneath.

Safety: Wear gloves and eye protection. Do not use excessive force that could damage the brine tank.

Steps to clear a salt bridge:

• 1. Probe the salt: Insert a broom handle or plastic rod straight down into the salt. If you hit a hard layer with empty space beneath, a bridge is present.
• 2. Break the bridge: Gently push and tap to break the crust, allowing it to collapse into the water below.
• 3. Remove excess salt: Scoop out loose salt chunks so the tank is no more than 2/3 full.
• 4. Refill with quality salt: Use high-purity solar or pellet salt recommended by SpringWell to reduce future bridging.
• 5. Run a regeneration: Initiate a manual regen to ensure proper brine draw after clearing the bridge.