To fix this problem, the softener enters a regeneration cycle during which it soaks the beads in a strong solution of water and salt — or sodium chloride salt. The sheer amount of sodium in the brine solution generated in the brine tank causes the calcium and magnesium ions in the beads ...
During the normal service cycle the brine tank (white plastic tank pointed to by red arrow in our photo) is asleep. As hard water which is to be treated flows through the resin or treatment tank (tan arrow entering the silver tank from the left and going down in our photo) containing...
Our salt-based water softener is the traditional model and uses a self-cleaning brine injector to reduce maintenance. Sodium from the tank swaps places with the positively charged magnesium and calcium ions, leaving these behind in the tank so you receive softened water throughout your home...
The sheer amount of sodium in the brine solution generated in the brine tank causes the calcium and magnesium ions in the beads to give way, and the beads are recharged with sodium. After the regeneration process, the water softener flushes the remaining brine, plus all of the calcium and m...