Watersoft Residual Brine in Service Water

Softener occasionally delivers bursts of very salty 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 programmed, Drain line restriction reducing rinse flow, Stuck brine valve not closing fully, Incorrect valve position during service

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Avoid drinking water that tastes salty until the issue is resolved.

  • Increase rinse time: In the Watersoft programming, lengthen the fast rinse cycle to ensure all brine is flushed from the resin bed.
  • Check drain flow: Inspect and clear the drain line and flow control to restore full rinse flow.
  • Inspect brine valve: Ensure the brine valve fully closes at the end of brine draw. Replace if it leaks.
  • Verify valve timing: Confirm the cam and position switch are correctly synchronized so the valve is in true service position after regeneration.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Watersoft Brine Valve Assembly
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