If you are doing this to eliminate odor that is in your hot water, which I picked up on by your comment at 3 minutes and the fact you were running the hot water, this will not fix it for long. If you have stinky hot water and a softener, you should install a powered anode in your water heater. There is a chemical reaction from the softening that causes the smell. The powered anode eliminates the reaction between the softened water and the regular sacrificial anodes in your water heater. (It has to do with how the beads in the softener ionize atoms and that reaction with a standard [aluminum or magnesium] anode rod - I may have that a little messed up but that is the gist of it) The powered anode is more expensive than a regular replacement anode, but it actually eliminates the problem within a few hours (at most) of installing it and plugging it into a 120V outlet. The most difficult part is getting the old anode out- often requires a breaker bar with a cheater or an impact wrench. I guess if you had to install an outlet for it, that might be the more difficult (longer) part - the anode was supplied with a cord that is like 10 or 12 feet long. You should definitely do maintenance with the Iron Out, but if you have smelly hot water (just the hot) then you should think about the powered anode. Good luck either way.
What would make the salt bin have a gas like vapors literally 24 hours after installation? I use Morton salt layered with iron out on 45000 grain AO Smith system from Lowe’s. I checked it the next day after first regen Cycle and the vapors literally took my breath
It's just as safe as the salt being used in the Regen cycle. Since the salt doesn't remove heavy metals the iron out acts as an assistant for removing iron from the resin beads during the backwash stage. You could also install a filtration system to remove iron if there's a lot in your water supply.
I’ve done the same method when rinsing my softener and the water smells extremely bad right after. Even if I let the water run for ten minutes. It doesn’t disappear before after three-four days. I’m also using Iron Off. If anyone has had the same issue and found a solution, I’m all open ears. Thanx 🙂
Does it smell like sulfur? Does your feed water have a smell? Usually it is coming directly from the raw (feed) if not have you tried 2 to 3 regen's after performing? Just questions that may help. (Also, if a well get a full water analysis from a lab, just say drinking water and they will give you the proper bottles, maybe your softener cannot handle the raw chemistry)
Hi I did this cleaning and it worked great it even increased my water pressure but I don't know if this caused a issue with my salt turning to mush or could it be bad salt pellets ? I'm Leary of tiring it again because cleaning out the brine tank is a big job. Your thoughts. Ty
Would it be a good idea to just pour a pail of clear water into the resin tube after it has regenerated and then regenerate it again to flush out any remaining Iron Out chemicals left in there? Or is that not needed if you just run the taps for a bit? Thanks. Great video.
By dial tank system do you mean something like the SS1 by SpringWell? In this case there's an initial filter tank, then sediment filter, then brine tank and finally the resin tank/filter. In this case, you're adding the iron out to the brine tank pump like he shows. The mixture is drawn from the brine tank into the resin tank to then clean the resin beads of any iron and manganese buildup. This solution in the resin tank is purged down the drain and it's ready for new brine water.
I did not know that we have to clean the salt tank until I watch this video, and I thank you for that. After pushing the Regen button, how long do I have to wait until I turn on the faucet inside the house to get rid the odor?
It typically takes about 60- 90 minutes for older systems to fully regenerate. Newer systems, to my understanding, may complete the regeneration cycle within 30 minutes. Either way, just wait until the regeneration is completely finished with.
Then you've got to add twice as much plus vinegar and baking soda if that doesn't work. I'm kidding. Don't actually do either of those! Idk why yours might not have sizzled / bubbled. 🤷♂️
If you are doing this to eliminate odor that is in your hot water, which I picked up on by your comment at 3 minutes and the fact you were running the hot water, this will not fix it for long.
If you have stinky hot water and a softener, you should install a powered anode in your water heater. There is a chemical reaction from the softening that causes the smell. The powered anode eliminates the reaction between the softened water and the regular sacrificial anodes in your water heater. (It has to do with how the beads in the softener ionize atoms and that reaction with a standard [aluminum or magnesium] anode rod - I may have that a little messed up but that is the gist of it) The powered anode is more expensive than a regular replacement anode, but it actually eliminates the problem within a few hours (at most) of installing it and plugging it into a 120V outlet. The most difficult part is getting the old anode out- often requires a breaker bar with a cheater or an impact wrench. I guess if you had to install an outlet for it, that might be the more difficult (longer) part - the anode was supplied with a cord that is like 10 or 12 feet long.
You should definitely do maintenance with the Iron Out, but if you have smelly hot water (just the hot) then you should think about the powered anode.
Good luck either way.
Can i just leave the iron out in brine tank till the next scheduled regen?
I just use H2o2 as recommended for the charcoal back flush and I never have an issue in over 12 years. Videos for this are on the tube.
What would make the salt bin have a gas like vapors literally 24 hours after installation? I use Morton salt layered with iron out on 45000 grain AO Smith system from Lowe’s. I checked it the next day after first regen Cycle and the vapors literally took my breath
Thanks for the video! Much appreciated!
Since we are dumping it into our water system, is iron out safe to drink?
It's just as safe as the salt being used in the Regen cycle. Since the salt doesn't remove heavy metals the iron out acts as an assistant for removing iron from the resin beads during the backwash stage. You could also install a filtration system to remove iron if there's a lot in your water supply.
I’ve done the same method when rinsing my softener and the water smells extremely bad right after. Even if I let the water run for ten minutes. It doesn’t disappear before after three-four days. I’m also using Iron Off. If anyone has had the same issue and found a solution, I’m all open ears. Thanx 🙂
Does it smell like sulfur? Does your feed water have a smell? Usually it is coming directly from the raw (feed) if not have you tried 2 to 3 regen's after performing? Just questions that may help. (Also, if a well get a full water analysis from a lab, just say drinking water and they will give you the proper bottles, maybe your softener cannot handle the raw chemistry)
Hi I did this cleaning and it worked great it even increased my water pressure but I don't know if this caused a issue with my salt turning to mush or could it be bad salt pellets ? I'm Leary of tiring it again because cleaning out the brine tank is a big job. Your thoughts. Ty
Well, the salt does dissolve,, and that with water is your brine. I've used the described method with no negative results.
Would it be a good idea to just pour a pail of clear water into the resin tube after it has regenerated and then regenerate it again to flush out any remaining Iron Out chemicals left in there? Or is that not needed if you just run the taps for a bit? Thanks. Great video.
If you have a dual tank system, I’m assuming you need to do two recycles with iron out?
By dial tank system do you mean something like the SS1 by SpringWell? In this case there's an initial filter tank, then sediment filter, then brine tank and finally the resin tank/filter. In this case, you're adding the iron out to the brine tank pump like he shows. The mixture is drawn from the brine tank into the resin tank to then clean the resin beads of any iron and manganese buildup. This solution in the resin tank is purged down the drain and it's ready for new brine water.
Is there supposed to be water in the brine well before you put the rust out treatment? Mine has some water not sure if thats normal.
Yes, your brine well should have some water mixed in with the salt!
I did not know that we have to clean the salt tank until I watch this video, and I thank you for that. After pushing the Regen button, how long do I have to wait until I turn on the faucet inside the house to get rid the odor?
It typically takes about 60- 90 minutes for older systems to fully regenerate. Newer systems, to my understanding, may complete the regeneration cycle within 30 minutes. Either way, just wait until the regeneration is completely finished with.
But if I have a brim well I can have salt in it tank??
Thank you ❤
Good information …… THX
What smell in the water will this get rid of?
Namely, I think iron and sulfur are two.
Would I do this if my water has turned yellow and a snell???
It will help if your issue is iron or manganese.
Citric Acid works the same if not better and it's much cheaper.
Ironout cleaning of my softener always makes my cold water STINK. Never will use again. 😣
Mine did not sizzle
Then you've got to add twice as much plus vinegar and baking soda if that doesn't work. I'm kidding. Don't actually do either of those! Idk why yours might not have sizzled / bubbled. 🤷♂️
Do you ever clean your basement?
You are running the hot water side of the faucet
I was thinking the exact same thing! Hahaha. Unless her decided to be really avant-garde and switch them. 😃
I ended up in the hospital after running this into my softener.
Transforming Eagle with #s for a username. Sounds totally legit. 🤙
You sound of kept your mask on. I've been wearing mine for 2 years now. I even wear it to bed never felt better.
Hey, your cold water is on the wrong side…