Performance and value for basic water problems and applications.
Kinetico has packed the power and ease of non-electric operation into single-tank water softener. Essential Series systems will handle basic, uncomplicated water conditions without the need for a timer, clock or computer. Thanks to its sleek, compact design, it’s the perfect solution where a more robust system isn’t really necessary but reliability is.
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Kinetico Essential Series Highlights
Saves Time and Money
Non-Electric Operation
Our hands-off non-electric systems meter water usage with watch-like precision and regenerate only when necessary, resulting in less waste and greater savings. No computers or timers to set, adjust or break. No extra strain on your electric bill either
Rapid Regeneration
Our rapid regeneration occurs in a fraction of the time it takes other softeners to come back into service.
AccuDial® For Optimum Efficiency
Specifically Designed For Your Home
With the patent-pending AccuDial feature, Essential Series models are calibrated to function with fine-tuned efficiency. It’s like having a water softener that’s custom-designed specifically for your home – without the custom price.
On-Demand Regeneration
Eliminates the guesswork of timers and the waste of water, salt and electricity inherent with scheduled operation.
Essential Series® Water Softener Models
Check with your Kinetico Water Specialist to ensure you get the proper model for your home and lifestyle. Below are our more popular models but additional models and sizes are also available. “Daily Capacity” is total grains-of-hardness removal capacity based on an average of 3 demand-generated regeneration cycles per day.
Essential Gold
| Dimension (hxwxd) | 24"x12"x18" |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | (Qty. 1) 8"x17" |
| Service Flow | 9.5 gpm |
| Max Hardness (CaCO3) | 42 gpg |
| Max Daily Capacity | 10,980 |
| Water Per Regeneration | 6.6 gal |
| Salt Per Regeneration | 0.8 lbs |
| Regeneration Time | 15 min |
| Efficiency (grains per 1 lb salt) | 4,574 |
Essential Platinum
| Dimensions (hxwxd) | 40"x9"x9" |
|---|---|
| Tank Size | (Qty. 1) 9"x35" |
| Service Flow | 10-15 gpm |
| Max Hardness (CaCO3) | 50 gpg |
| Max Daily Capacity | 15,000 |
| Water Per Regeneration | 9.5 gal |
| Salt Per Regeneration | 1.25 lbs |
| Regeneration Time | 15 min |
| Efficiency (grains per 1 lb salt) | 4,000 |
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