US Water Systems
Excess Brine Carryover
Softener produces salty-tasting water after regeneration
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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
Insufficient rinse time, High drain restriction, Incorrect cycle programming, Brine valve not closing fully
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Do not drink water that tastes strongly of salt until the issue is resolved.
- Check drain line: Ensure the drain line is not restricted or kinked, and that the DLFC is clean. Poor drainage can reduce rinse effectiveness.
- Verify cycle times: In the installer menu, confirm that the rapid rinse time is set to the recommended duration for your model (often 6–10 minutes or more).
- Inspect brine valve: Disassemble and inspect the brine valve assembly for debris or wear that could prevent full closure. Clean or replace as needed.
- Run extra rinse: Manually initiate an extra regeneration or rinse cycle to flush remaining salt from the resin bed.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Brine Valve Assembly
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