How much salt do I need  in the brine tank?
Generally you want 8 inches to 10 inches in the tank at all times.

What is an R.O. System?
Reverse osmosis is a separation process in which water is permitted to pass through a semipermeable membrane, leaving behind the dissolved
solids.

What is a no salt water softener ( system )?
Most people are talking about using a salt substitute ( K-LIFE ) potassium chloride instead of u sing regular salt which is sodium chloride.

How will I know if my system is working?
Typically you will have a slippery feeling and no iron (rust) is the water or on any fixtures.

When will I need to put salt in the container?
The salt will slowly go down and usually when its level is about a foot off the ground you will want to add more salt.

What can be done about the smell in the water?
You can take any thing that you want out of the water. Typically some type of taste and odor filter will accomplish this.

What is K-LIFE?
This is one brand name for potassium chloride ( salt substitute ).

What is potassium permanganate'?
This is a heavy duty oxidizer. Typically used to regenerate a manganese greensand iron filter.

Is soft water O.K. to drink?
Yes, many people drink softened water. Although there may be a little more sodium in the water. This can be remedied by either using a salt substitute or drinking REVERSE OSMOSIS water.

Can I water my lawn with softened water?
There usually is a little more sodium in the water in which the lawn does

How long does a typical water softener last?
Normally 10 to 20 years.