Whirlpool 48K Grain Water Softener
Description
Engineered with advanced technology and a range of high-efficiency features, the WHES48 is the highest capacity Whirlpool water softener, capable of bringing best-in-class water softening convenience and efficiency to households of any size. Ideal for private well water supplies, the Pro Series 48,000 Grain Water Softener reduces high hardness and clear water iron levels. With the Pro Series 48,000 grain water softener, you’ll experience less scale and buildup on your showerheads and faucets, sparkling dishes and glassware, better-performing appliances, and soft, manageable skin and hair. This system also combats stubborn reddish stains left behind by clear water iron. Whirlpool water softeners are among the most salt-efficient systems in the industry. The WHES48’s 6th Sense Technology learns your water usage patterns and only regenerates when necessary – unlike many competitor models, which run on a timer. And, while regenerating, it reduces waste by using the most efficient amount of salt and water. This means less salt to buy, carry and remember.
Features
- The highest-capacity Whirlpool water softener - ideal for households of 1-6+ people
- Reduces high levels of water hardness (up to 160 gpg)
- Reduces staining in showers, toilets and sinks from clear water iron (up to 12 ppm)
- Demand Initiated Regeneration calculates the amount of salt required, then only recharges when necessary, saving you money
- 6th Sense® Technology learns your water usage patterns over time
- Advanced electronic display: view your performance and control your system
- Includes low salt level indicator and a tank light to easily monitor your salt levels
- Ultra-high flow valve delivers maximum water pressure throughout your home
- Cleansing feature helps prevent larger particles of sediment from damaging your plumbing and appliances
- Space-saving, single-tank design, for both municipal and well water applications
- Easy, 4-step programming set-up: enter time of day, water hardness, desired recharge time and salt type
- Whirlpool’s step-by-step instructions and included hardware kit make do-it-yourself water softener installation possible. To start your installation, you will need to purchase the proper connections for your plumbing, inspect the included installation kit and locate a nearby electrical outlet (110V) and drain.
- Installation kit includes bypass valve, installation adaptors (1” Male NPT), drain hose, and misc. clamps and fittings
- NSF International certified for hardness reduction and efficiency
- Designed, engineered and assembled in the USA
- Unit Dimensions: L 20½" x W 15" x H 48"
Specifications
- Rated Softening Capacity (Grains @ Salt Dose): 14,200 @ 2.8 lbs., 37,900 @ 10.5 lbs., 48,000 @ 18.1 lbs.
- Rated Efficiency (Grains/Pound of Salt @ Minimum Salt Dose): 5,090 @ 2.8 lbs.
- Water Used During Regeneration @ Minimum Salt Dose: 3.0 gal. / 1,000 grains
- Total Water Used Per Regeneration @ Maximum Salt Dose: 44.2 gallons
- Rated Service Flow Rate: 11.9 gpm
- Amount of High Capacity Ion Exchange Resin: 1.33 cu. ft.
- Pressure Drop at Rated Service Flow: 15 psig
- Water Supply Max. Hardness: 160 gpg
- Water Supply Max. Clear Water Iron: 12 ppm*
- Water Pressure Limits (minimum/maximum): 20-125 psi**
- Water Temperature Limits (minimum/maximum): 40-120 °F
- Minimum Water Supply Flow Rate: 3 gpm
- Intermittent Flow @ 30 PSI: 19.3 gpm***
- Maximum Drain Flow Rate: 2.0 gpm
- Salt Storage Capacity: 200 lbs.
- *Capacity to reduce clear water iron is substantiated by laboratory test data. State of Wisconsin requires additional treatment if water supply contains clear water iron exceeding 5 ppm.
- **Canada working pressure limits: 1.4 - 7.0 kg/cm2.
- ***Intermittent flow rate does not represent the maximum service flow rate used for determining the softener’s rated capacity and efficiency. Continuous operation at flow rates greater than the service flow rate may affect capacity and efficiency performance.
- This system conforms to NSF/ANSI 44 for the specific performance claims as verified and substantiated by test data.