Well Water Test Failed For High Sodium. Is There A Problem With My Water Softener?
I had a well water test fail for high of a sodium content in my water. I had a test done about 18 months ago and there was no issue with sodium content. Is the water softener to blame? It seems to be about 10 years old (I have owned the house for 5 years). I am trying to avoid the cost of a reverse osmosis system. Thanks.
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September 29, 2009 @ 4:58 pm
You know that water softener is generated periodically by sodium chloride (salt) solution as follows : 1- back wash , 2- regeneration by salt solution , 3- rinsing by water , 4- operation for normal use .
be sure that this cycle is performed correctly , 1st step check condition of back wash outgoing water ,it should be contain some mud and turbidity with dark color in the beginning , until becomes clear at the end of back wash period ( if not done so ) you have a problem with softener valves or controller of valves . 2nd step check salt solution tank ; is it completely suctioned to softener ? 3rd step check the outgoing rinsing water , in beginning it is bitter and gradually becomes normal , and ready for use .
I hope this points can help you to solve this problem
September 29, 2009 @ 8:13 pm
where is the high sodium reading, at the well/softener inlet or the softener outlet/taps
whats your previous reading, what is it now and whats the ‘fail’ criteria
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thanks for getting back to me with those answers!!
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