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

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.

A:  Rheem water softeners use 1" NPT male threads to connect to your plumbing.

A:  The RHS42's drain hose can be routed up to 8 feet from the floor. We apologize for any confusion.

A:  Yes, the RHS32 can be installed downstream of an iron filter.

A:  We do not recommend mixing potassium chloride and sodium chloride, as this can lead to salt bridges due to the two materials dissolving at different rates.

A:  The RHS42 discharges water at a peak rate of 2 gallons per minute.

A:  For instructions on determining the appropriate hardness setting for your softener, see the following guide: https://rheemwatertreatment.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/1500000979841-Hardness-Level-Programming

A:  The RHS32's power cord is approximately 10 feet long.