Water has a salty taste after regeneration.

Safety first: Do not drink water that tastes excessively salty. Use bottled water until the issue is resolved.

Steps to check:

• 1. Check drain line: Ensure the drain line is not restricted, kinked, or elevated too high, which can reduce rinse flow.
• 2. Review programming: Verify that the rinse cycle duration matches Whirlpool specifications. Increase final rinse time if adjustable.
• 3. Verify salt dosage: Ensure salt settings are not excessively high for your hardness and capacity.
• 4. Run extra rinse: Manually start a regeneration and allow it to complete, then run an additional rinse cycle if your model allows.

When to call a technician: Persistent salty taste may indicate internal valve issues or incorrect installation; professional evaluation is recommended.