Questions and Answers for Rheem 32,000 Grain Preferred Home Water Softener for Hard Water and Iron Reduction

A:  The RHS42 weighs around 106 pounds in the box.

A:  Rheem water softeners are not designed for outdoor use. If installing the softener outdoors, ensure that it will not be subject to freezing temperatures, and keep the unit well-covered to protect from rain and direct sunlight.

A:  The RHS42's valve connections are centered 41-3/4" from the floor. You can find more information about the RHS42's dimensions and specifications in its owner's manual here: https://rheemwatertreatment.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/360060555613-PREFERRED-Plus-RHS42

A:  Take a look at the following guide in our Knowledge Center for some tips on maintaining your water softener: https://rheemwatertreatment.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500000983402-General-Maintenance

A:  Phil, thank you for your question. Our engineers continually make improvements to our products' design, features, reliability, and manufacturing processes.

A:  Water hardness is typically measured in grains per gallon, and the RHS32's 32,000-grain capacity means the system is able to remove up to 32,000 total grains of hardness between regenerations. For help with choosing the right size water softener for your home, please visit the following guide: https://rheemwatertreatment.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500000983942-Choosing-a-Softener

A:  The RHS42 is tested and certified by NSF International against NSF/ANSI Standard 44 for hardness reduction, efficiency and the reduction of barium and radium 226/228, and certified to NSF/ANSI/CAN Standard 372.