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Troubleshooting your Sears water softener when the display won't light up

Lack of electrical power, a failed power transformer or a faulty timer can prevent the water softener display from lighting up.

Check the electrical outlet by unplugging the water softener and plugging a small lamp or appliance into the outlet to check for power. Reset the house circuit breaker for the outlet if the outlet is dead.

If the electrical outlet is okay, check the transformer wiring connections to the timer (with the transformer unplugged from the electrical outlet). Reconnect any loose wires. If the transformer wiring connections are okay, check the transformer's wires for damage and replace the transformer if you find wiring damage.

If the electrical outlet and transformer are both okay, then you'll likely need to replace the water softener timer because it's not lighting up the display.

Safety guidelines for using Sears water treatment products

• Read all procedures, guidelines and maintenance steps in the owner's manual and installation guide carefully before installing and using the water treatment equipment.
• Don't attempt to use the water treatment equipment to make safe drinking water from non-potable water sources.
• Don't use the water treatment system on microbiologically unsafe water or water of unknown quality.
• Check with your local public works department for plumbing and sanitation codes and follow all local codes.