Watersoft High Salt Consumption

Softener uses excessive salt compared to expected consumption

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Possible Causes

Regeneration frequency set too high, Salt dosage set too high, Internal valve leak causing extra regenerations, Flow meter misreading usage

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before adjusting internal components.

  • Review programming: Check regeneration frequency, capacity, and salt dose settings. Adjust to Watersoft’s recommended values for your water hardness and household size.
  • Check for internal leaks: Ensure there is no continuous drain flow or internal bypass leak that could trigger extra cycles.
  • Verify meter accuracy: Compare displayed usage to actual water meter readings if available. Clean or replace the flow sensor if it over-registers.
  • Monitor over time: After adjustments, track salt usage for a month to confirm reduction.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Watersoft Flow Sensor / Turbine Assembly
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