Problem: The water is still hard. You’ll know because soap won’t lather and your skin feels like chalk. Check the salt level. If it’s low, add more. If it’s full but the water is still hard, the resin beads might be gunked up. Buy a resin cleaner from the hardware store, pour it in, and run a manual regeneration cycle. It’s like a spa day for your softener.
Problem: The salt is clumping together. That’s called “mushing” or “bridging.” Use a wooden spoon or a broom handle to break up the crusty salt. Don’t use a metal tool—you might scratch the tank. If the bridge is too hard, turn off the unit, empty the tank, and start fresh. Consider it a therapy session for your water system.
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Problem: The display says “Error.” Unplug it for 10 seconds, plug it back in. If the error comes back, call a plumber. You are not a wizard, and that’s okay.
