1. What type of salt should be used in my Morton System Saver Water Softener?

We recommend using Morton® System Saver® II Pellets to maintain the efficiency of your Morton System Saver Water Softener. DO NOT use rock, block, granulated or ice cream making salts as they have dirt and sediment that may stop the softener from working properly.

2. How much sodium will be added to my drinking and/or cooking water?

The amount of sodium added to the water is dependent upon the hardness of the water being softened. Example: if the water hardness is 20 grains per gallon, the softener will add 150 milligrams of sodium to each quart of water. That is equivalent to eating one slice of white bread a day.

3. Can I use Potassium Chloride in my water softener?

Yes. Potassium chloride can be used in place of water softener salt, though you may have to adjust the fill time. As a result more potassium chloride may have to be used than salt. Potassium chloride is generally more expensive than salt. Call 1-888-64WATER (1-888-649-2837) for advice.

4. What is a salt bridge and how do I remove it?

A salt bridge is a hollow area below the salt in your water softener. Consult your Installation/Operation Manual (page 25) for instructions on how to break the salt bridge.