Complete 64k Water Softener with Fleck 5600SXT
Psalm 78:15 He split the rocks in the desert and gave them water as
abundant as the seas;
64,000 grain capacity - 2 ft3 High Capacity resinDigital Metered Fleck 5600SXTComplete system includes larger brine tank
Providing the quality water you deserve at a price you can afford!
Features
Water Softening System
Removes Hard Water
Eliminates White Scale Buildup
Reduces Soap Usage
Meter Based Regeneration
Fleck 5600SXT Digital Control Head
1" Bypass Valve
12"x48" Structural USA Tank*
Larger Round Brine Tank*
64,000 Grain Capacity
2 ft.³ High Capacity Resin
Treats up to 16GPM
Control Head - 5 year warranty
Tank - 10 year warranty
30-day Satisfaction Guarantee
DIY Installation Instructions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Eliminate the hard water that causes scale build up and reduces soap efficiency with our complete whole house water softening unit with high efficiency Fleck 5600SXT Digital "On-Demand" control valve.
Removes Hard Water - Using the ion exchange process (more on that at right) this system removes the calcium and magnesium ions that cause hard water. By eliminating hard water you extend the life of your homes plumbing and appliances!
Eliminates Scale Buildup - Hard water causes a white flaky build up (called scale) to form on appliances, faucets, and just about anything that it comes in regular contact with. By removing the hard water, this scale build up is stopped in it's tracks, so you don't have to worry about scrubbing it off any more. In addition, without the added wear and tear of scale buildup, your appliances and fixtures will last longer!
Reduces Soap Usage - The calcium and magnesium ions that comprise hard water attract soap molecules, leaving less soap to do the cleaning. With those ions gone, your soap and detergents can focus entirely on cleaning, meaning less soap will be required once the water has been softened.
Meter Based Regeneration - This system uses a meter based regeneration process. This means that the water you use is measured and the system only regenerates when it needs to. If water needs increase the system regenerates more often to keep up. If less water is being used, the system regenerates less often to conserve water. This provides a system that is much more efficient and eco-friendly than common time based regeneration systems.
Fleck 5600SXT Digital Control - The SXT controller is the newest controller from Fleck and is built on the tried and true 5600 valve. These valve have an outstanding 5 year warranty and have been tested to run continuously up to 27 years! In addition, the SXT controller offers some great features, including a backlit LCD display, touchpad controls, 48 hour internal power backup, and a user friendly interface.
1" Bypass Valve - The included stainless steel bypass valve allows for easy connection of the system and provides a quick and easy means to bypass the system and disconnect the system without needing to cut your plumbing. ¾" is available.
Structural USA Tank - Durable polyglass tank is made by one of the most popular manufacturer of tanks and comes with a 10 year warranty. *Note: Design & color may vary from the one shown.
Larger Round Brine Tank - The included brine tank stores the salt required for regeneration. The round brine tank is larger than the standard square brine tank; is approximately 18"Dx40"H, and can hold about 300 lbs. of pelleted salt. The included safety float prevents overfilling and the overflow drain acts as an additional backup to avoid water messes. *Note: Design & color may vary from the one shown.
2 ft.³ High Capacity Resin - We use a high quality high capacity resin in all of our softening systems. This system has a capacity of 64,000 (or 64k) grains, meaning it can remove 64,000 grains of hardness, and can treat a maximum flow rate of 16GPM. More information on capacity, grains of hardness, flow rates, and sizing can be found at right.
DIY Installation - We provide detailed installation instructions that allow most homeowners to install this system themselves. All it takes is some basic plumbing skills and some common knowledge! If you don't feel confident installing it yourself most plumbers can install it in about 1-2 hours.
Q. What is a water softener?
A. A water softener is a special filter that uses a process called ion-exchange to remove water hardness, also know as CaCO3, from your water. As the water passes through the softener, univalent sodium or potassium ions on the softening resin exchange with divalent calcium and magnesium ions in the water, eliminating water hardness. Eventually the media in the softener (called softening resin) has exchanged all of its sodium or potassium ions, at which point it will no longer be able to remove any more water hardness. This is why the system regenerates. During this process the system runs a brine solution (water and either sodium or potassium chloride) backwards through the softening resin. This concentrated solution forces the trapped calcium and magnesium ions off the resin and down the drain, replacing them with the sodium or potassium ions needed for softening. With the Fleck control heads, this process is automatic, and only as needed!
Q. What does the grain capacity mean?
A. Water hardness is usually measured in grains per gallon (gpg). (Some places use parts per million [ppm] or milligrams per liter [mg/L]. To convert your ppm or mg/L to gpg simply divide by 17.1 [Example - 200ppm or mg/L is equal to 200 / 17.1 = 11.7gpg]) The grain capacity of a system is how many grains of hardness your system can remove before it needs regenerated. A 32,000 grain or 32k water softener will remove 32,000 grains of water hardness. From that you can determine how many gallons of water you can go through between regenerations. If you have a 32k softener and your water is 15gpg hard, you can go through 32,000/15=2,133 gallons of water before your softener is exhausted and needs regenerated.
Q. What size system do I need?
A. There are 2 main factors in determining the size you need: water usage and water hardness. Here is a general guideline on sizing your system:
32k system - 1-2 people, average water use and low hardness (under 15gpg)
48k system - 3-5 people with average water use or moderate hardness (15-45gpg)
64k system - 5-7 people with average water use or high hardness (45-65gpg)
Service Flow Rate is the maximum amount of water, in gallons per minute (gpm) that a given system can effectively treat. Always size a system based on water usage first, a system undersized for your water usage may not always filter effectively and will wear out faster.
Q. Are there systems that don't use salt?
A. Yes, we carry a high quality salt free water conditioner that eliminates hard water problems. Our Scale Sentry system utilizes a specialized media to provide the same benefits a standard softener offers without the use of salt. In addition, beneficial minerals are left in the water and existing scale is removed as well! In our experience our systems outperform other salt free units, including the "magnetic" and electric systems that are widely available.
Q. Should I be concerned about the salt a water softener puts in my water?
A. No. The amount of salt put into your water by a water softener is minimal. In fact, in most cases it is low enough that water ran through a softener is still considered "low-sodium" by the FDA. If you want to avoid adding additional sodium to the water all our water softeners can be used with potassium chloride instead of the traditional sodium chloride. If you want to ensure safe drinking water, our drinking water RO systems can turn your ordinary household water into bottled quality drinking water.
Q. What are the differences in the Fleck models 5600 and 5600SXT control heads?
A. The Fleck 5600 is your basic mechanical control valve. It does it's job in the most cost effective way possible. It is a metered head so it measures how much water you go through and regenerates based water usage. Due to the mechanical limitations on the head it can only be set to 2100 gallons, at that point it has to regenerate, so some efficiency can be lost depending on the system size and your water hardness. This head is ideal if you are looking for the lowest cost option.
The Fleck 5600SXT works similar to the standard 5600 but uses a digital interface instead of a mechanical one. This makes setup easier, and with the digital control it can be set to go through up to 9,999 gallons of water between regenerations. The 5600SXT can be more efficient that the 5600 because of this, especially in larger homes with lower hardness levels. The other advantage the 5600SXT has is adjustable regeneration cycles, while in most cases these settings won't need to be adjusted, with the 5600SXT the option is there should you ever need it.
Q. What kind of maintenance does this system require?
A. The only regular maintenance a water softener requires is adding salt to the brine tank, and occasionally cleaning the brine tank.
Fleck 5600SXT Specifications‡
Valve Specifications
Dimensions
Valve Material
Fiber reinforced polymer
Distributor Pilot
0.8125" or 1.05" O. D.
Inlet/Outlet
3/4" or 1"
Drain Line
1/2" NPTF
Cycles
5
Brine Line
1600 - 3/8"
Flow Rates (50psi Inlet) - Valve Alone*
Mounting Base
2-1/2" - 8 NPSM
Continuous (15psi drop)
20GPM
Height From Top of Tank
7-1/2"
Peak (25psi drop)
26GPM
Typical Applications
CV (1psi drop)
5GPM
Water Softener
6" - 12" diameter
Max. Backwash (25psi drop)
7GPM
Filter System
8" - 10" diameter
Regeneration
Additional Information
Downflow/Upflow
Both
Injector Brine System
1600
Adjustable Cycles
Yes
Estimated Shipping Weight
Time clock - 6lbs.
Metered - 7lbs.
Time Available
Up to 199 minutes per cycle
Electrical Rating†
24v, 50Hz, 60Hz
Meter Information
Max VA
8.4
Meter Accuracy Range
0.25 - 15gpm +/- 5%
Pressure
Hydrostatic: 300psi
Working: 20 - 125psi
Meter Capacity (Gal.)
1 - 60,000
Temperature
34° - 110°
*Maximum flow rate shown is the maximum the valve is capable of, maximum service flow rates will vary depending on system type & size
†Standard setup is 60Hz, other setups may be available at an additional charge
‡Specs shown are general specifications for the head and some specs may not be applicable, depending on system configuration
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