40,200 Grain Water Softener

Hi there – thank you for asking this great question. Yes, this water softener connects directly to your main water line; therefore, it will soften the water that comes directly into your home. We hope this information has been helpful; if you ever have additional questions, feel free to reach out to us again. All the best – Matthew@GEA

Yes

Hi there, thank you for the excellent question. We recommend 99.5% pure nugget, pellet, or coarse solar salts. More information is on page 2 of the manual, linked here: https://images.thdstatic.com/catalog/pdfImages/3e/3e20cb72-852a-417f-bf47-5a6481d4b084.pdf - We hope this clears things up for you, and please feel free to let us know if there are any ways that we can assist you in the future. -Elliot@GEA

Either 

Yes, I does. 

don't have one, but most softeners come with bypass valve

HI there, thanks for asking. The shut off valve would be located in your home. If you'd like to take a look at the installation location for this unit, you can see page 8 on your installation instructions, here: https://images.thdstatic.com/catalog/pdfImages/3e/3e20cb72-852a-417f-bf47-5a6481d4b084.pdf - We do hope this helps! If you've got other questions, know that you're always free to reach out. All the best. -Michael@GEA

No there is no filter to change

Nope. Just add salt periodically (every few months)

There is no filter, it removes lead but not chlorine. I am switching to aquasna water system to remove chlorine from city water.

There are no filters to change. This is a water softener not a water filter. You may want to add filters to the line between the softener and your home.

Hello there, thank you for taking the time to reach out to us. No, you will not need to change the filter for this softener. We hope to see you in our GEA family and we're wishing you the best. - Guy@GEA

No filter to change. Just maintain salt and automatic backwash.

Hi there, thanks for taking the time to reach out! For the first several weeks of operation, the DAYS TO EMPTY may provide erratic operation. For example, the blue indicator light may flash, showing that more salt is required when the actual salt level in the tank is well above the Level 0. In some cases, the DAYS TO EMPTY may even increase over a several week period. - It takes a couple of months for the water softener to learn your water usage pattern. Once it does this, it will accurately determine actual salt usage pattern. During this first period, check salt level when blue indicator light flashes. If the salt level in the tank is at Level 1 or above, allow system to run. Be sure to reset your salt level indicator each time you add salt to the system. - If you've had your unit for longer than a few months and you're still experiencing this issue, take a look at the bottom of page 27 in your Use and Care manual for some troubleshooting tips to try: https://images.thdstatic.com/catalog/pdfImages/3e/3e20cb72-852a-417f-bf47-5a6481d4b084.pdf - Hope this is helpful! Best wishes. -Michael@GEA

After putting salt in you will need to tell it how much salt is in the hopper manually. This is done via the menu controls on the top of the softener. You set it to the number scale you can see in the hopper.

Thank you for asking about your water softener. You might try unplugging the unit for a couple of minutes and then plug it back in to reset the electronics. You may need to set the recharge time again. If this does not correct the issue then a service call is needed. You can call 1-800-952-5039 to schedule and appointment. Hope this helps. Geoff@GEA

Hello - Thank you for reaching out to us. To better answer your question, please contact our HD.com customer service department at 800-430-3376; they can either answer your question or transfer you to your local store for further assistance. Olga@GEA