Most softeners regenerate automatically, usually in the middle of the night while you’re dreaming about beaches. But the frequency depends on how much water you use and how hard your local water is. A family of four might trigger a cycle every two to three days.
If you see the word on the display, it’s just your machine saying, “I’m going to take a quick bath, be right back!” It usually takes an hour or two, and you might hear a gentle hum or a trickling sound. No need to panic.
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