Understanding Water Softener Terms

What Do North Star Model Numbers Mean?

C - Cabinet Model:
Space saving, all-in-one
construction.

T - Two-Tank Model:
Separate resin tank and brine tank
for versatile installation options.

30 - Capacity:
The capacity is expressed in kilograins of hardness removed between successive regeneration's and is related to the pound of salt used in regeneration.

UD - Ultra Demand:

• Backlit LCD Display–Easier to read
• Perfect for basement or poorly lit
  locations
• Features patented “Look Ahead” technology
  for peak performance
• Quick Set-up. Set the time and hardness
  and you are done

• Display shows:
  Time, Hardness, Regeneration Time % Remaining Capacity, Current Flow Total Daily Usage and Average Daily Usage
• Efficiency Selector–Choose either normal or high efficiency mode
• Diagnostics:
  Electronic Self Diagnosis, Days in Service Total Number of Regenerations, Turbine Check and Switches Check
• Gallons/Liters choice
• 12 or 24 hour choice
• Selectable Fixed Recharge Frequency
• Adjustable Backwash Setting

ED - Electronic Demand:

• Standard LCD Display
• Features patented “Look Ahead” technology
  for peak performance
• Quick Set-up. Set the time and hardness
  and you are done
• Display shows:
  Time, Hardness and Regeneration Time

• Efficiency Selector–Choose either normal or high efficiency mode
• Diagnostics: Electronic Self Diagnosis, Days in Service Total Number of Regenerations, Turbine Check and Switches Check

Parts of the North Star Water Softener

The North Star Water Softener Controller

"Look Ahead" Technology
The brains of the softener! Our patented programming monitors your water use and determines when a regeneration of the softener is needed. You use up to 60% less salt! The system learns your water use patterns and actually gets more efficient as it learns. “Look Ahead” also calculates the precise amount of salt and water to use to regenerate only the portion of the resin beads that have been used (depleted). This saves you salt and water and is why North Star softeners lead the industry in rated efficiencies.

Super Cap® Time Keeper
In the event of a loss of power, North Star water softeners maintain accurate time for up to 72 hours - without batteries. For longer power outages, only the current time needs to be re-entered, the system remembers the rest.

Environseal™ Circuitry Protection
North Star water softeners are securely sealed to protect circuitry from salt corrosion and high humidity so your water softener lasts longer.

No-Worry Setting
No vacation setting is required. If you’re not using water, it does not regenerate. That saves salt and water.

Counter-Current Regeneration
North Star pioneered this method where brine water is drawn into the bottom of our resin tanks which enhances the regeneration process. This is the preferred method but practiced by only select manufactures.