What are the maintenance and running costs of the Softener?
Short Answer
The Softener Series has low and predictable running costs. Ongoing maintenance mainly involves refilling softener salt and minimal electricity use for automatic regeneration.
There are no cartridges or membranes to replace.
What Ongoing Maintenance Is Required?
Unlike filtration systems, the Softener does not use disposable filters.
Routine care includes:
Refilling salt when notified
Keeping the brine tank clean and dry
Periodic inspection of connections
The system automatically manages regeneration cycles.
How Often Do I Need to Add Salt?
Salt usage depends on:
Water hardness level
Property size
Daily water consumption
Model size (2000 / 3000 / 4000 L/h)
For most residential villas:
Salt is typically refilled every 2–6 weeks
Higher-demand properties (hotels, restaurants) may require more frequent refills.
The control system alerts you when salt levels are low.
What Happens During Regeneration?
When the resin reaches capacity, the system automatically:
Backwashes
Draws brine solution
Rinses and refreshes the resin
Soft water remains available during regeneration in most configurations.
This process uses:
Water (controlled volume)
Salt brine
It runs automatically without manual intervention.
Electricity Usage
The Softener requires minimal electricity to:
Power the control valve
Monitor flow
Run regeneration cycles
Consumption is very low and comparable to small electronic devices.
Typical Annual Running Cost
Annual cost generally includes:
Softener salt
Minimal electricity
There are no filter cartridges, membranes, or UV lamps to replace.
Cost will vary depending on:
Hardness level
Water demand
Property type
Commercial or high-occupancy properties will use more salt due to higher regeneration frequency.
What Happens If Salt Is Not Refilled?
If salt is depleted:
The system will stop removing hardness
Limescale will begin forming again
No damage occurs immediately, but protection is lost
Refilling salt restores normal operation.
Is Servicing Required?
The Softener is designed for low maintenance.
Periodic inspection by a technician may be recommended, particularly in commercial settings, but routine operation requires only salt management.
Important Clarification
The Softener removes hardness only.
It does not remove:
Bacteria
Sediment
Chlorine
TDS or dissolved salts
Chemical contaminants
It is designed specifically for limescale protection.
