Whirlpool WHES40 - Manual (Page 28)

NOTE: If water system pressure is low, an elevated drain hose may cause back pressure,
stopping brine draw.
3. Again, press the RECHARGE button to move the softener into backwash. Look for a fast flow
of water from the drain hose.
An obstructed flow indicates a plugged top distributor, backwash flow plug, or drain hose.
4. Press the RECHARGE button to move the softener into fast rinse. Again look for a fast drain
flow. Allow the softener to rinse for a few minutes to flush out any brine that may remain in the
resin tank from the brining cycle test.
5. To return the softener to service, press the (3 RECHARGE button.
Product Specifications
WHES40
Rated Service Flow Rate (gpm) 12
Amount of High Capacity Resin (cu ft) 1.17
Pressure Drop at Rated Service Flow (psig) 11
Water Supply Max. Hardness (gpg) 125
Water Supply Max. Clear Water Iron (ppm) 10
Water Pressure Limits (min./max. psi) 20 - 125
Min. - Max. Water Temperature (°F) 40 - 120
Min. Water Supply Flow Rate (gpm) 3
Max. Drain Flow Rate (gpm) 2.2
Salt storage capacity 200 lbs.
Performance Claims
WHES40
Rated Softening Capacity 18,000 @ 3.5
(Grains/Pounds of Salt) 30,900 @ 7.0
40,000 @11.2
Rated Efficiency (Grains/Pound of Salt @
Minimum Salt Dose)
5,200 @ 3.5 lbs.
This system conforms to NSF/ANSI 44 for the specific performance claims as verified and
substantiated by test data.
The efficiency rating is only valid at the stated salt dose. This softener was efficiency rated according
to NSF/ANSI Standard 44.
Variable Salt Dose
The salt dose is selected by the electronic controls at regeneration time based on the amount needed.
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