Aqmos Bacterial Growth in Brine Tank

Brine tank emits a strong rotten egg or musty odor.

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Possible Causes

Warm installation environment, Long periods without regeneration, Organic contamination in brine tank, Use of non-approved salt

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Wear gloves and eye protection. Ensure good ventilation.

  • Empty brine tank: Scoop out salt and brine into containers. Dispose of according to local regulations.
  • Clean tank: Wash the inside with a mild bleach solution (e.g., 1/4 cup household bleach per 10 liters of water). Scrub surfaces and rinse thoroughly.
  • Disinfect system: Follow Aqmos instructions for sanitizing the softener, typically by adding a measured amount of disinfectant to the brine well and running a regeneration.
  • Refill with proper salt: Use only high-purity softener salt. Avoid rock salt or contaminated products.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Brine Tank
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