GE GNSF48A01, GNSF39A01 installation instructions Water Softening system, 7221039

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Water Softening system

Safety Information

Proper installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Installation Instructions

Drain connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Important recommendations . . . .4 Installation instructions . . . . . . . .4-6 Planning and location . . . . . . . . . . .5 Programming the control . . . . . . . .9 Sanitizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Specifications and dimensions . .11 Step-by-stepinstructions . . . . . .7–11 Tools and materials required . . . . .5 Unpacking and inspection . . . . . . .4

Operating Instructions, Tips

Breaking a salt bridge . . . . . . . . . .13 Cleaning nozzle and

venturi assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Electronic diagnostics . . . . . . . . . .18 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-17 Regenerating the system . . . .19, 20 Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Water softener system . . . . . . .12-21

Care and Cleaning

Salt storage level and refilling . . . .22 Cleaning out iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .23–25

Customer Service

Appliance registration . . . . . .33, 34 Important phone

numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover Parts list/catalog . . . . . . . . . . . .26-29 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

GE Appliances

Owner’s Manual &

Installation Instructions

GNSF39A01

GNSF48A01

www.geappliances.com

215C1044P005-3

49-50020-3

04/00 JR

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Contents 7221039 Water Softening systemTwo easy ways to register your appliance GE & You, a Service PartnershipSafety Precautions Important Installation Recommendations Installation instructionsUnpacking and Inspection Where to Install the Softener Plan How You Will Install the SoftenerTools and Materials Required for Installation Typical Installation Illustration Optional 3-Valve Bypass Installation IllustrationInstall bypass valve Step-by-step installation instructionsMove the softener assembly into installation position Plumb in and OUT pipes to and from softenerInstall grounding clamps and wire Install the brine tank overflow fittings and hoseInstallation for water leaks Connect to electrical powerSet present time of day Programming the ControlSet water hardness number Sanitizing Procedures GNSF39A GNSF48A About the water softener system Breaking a Salt Bridge Cleaning the Nozzle and Venturi Assembly Feature Optional Recharge Controls Normal Operation, Timer DisplayFeature Program Memory Feature Other Data Displays Feature/Service Automatic Electronic DiagnosticsTo remove an error code 1 Unplug transformer ERRNo Soft Water Timer/Softener, Service Checkout ProcedureOpen a Nearby Soft Water Faucet If the water softening system does not draw brine, check SET Time Cleaning Iron Out of the Water Softening System Care and cleaning of the water softening systemChecking the Salt Storage Level and Refilling Problem Possible Causes What To Do No soft water Before you call for service…Not using any salt After installation Water softening systemWater feels slippery Water is blue colorIs cloudy Error Code on control After installationSalty tasting water Resin beads showingParts list 999 Parts catalog PLUG, Fill FLOW, .3 GPM Page Page Page We’ll Cover Any Appliance. Anywhere. Anytime Consumer Product Ownership Registration For The Period GE Will Replace GE Water Softening System WarrantyWhat GE Will Not Cover Warrantor General Electric Company. Louisville, KYGE Answer Center Service Telephone Numbers