Understanding Purgard Water Softener Cleaner

Purgard water softener cleaner is a specialized maintenance product designed to clean and revitalize the resin bed in ion exchange water softening systems. Over time, water softener resin beads can become fouled with iron, manganese, organic matter, and other contaminants that reduce their ability to effectively remove hardness minerals. Purgard cleaner works by dissolving these deposits and restoring the resin's ion exchange capacity, helping to maintain optimal water softening performance and extend the system's operational life.

Key Features of Purgard Cleaner:

• Iron Removal Formula: Specifically designed to dissolve and remove iron deposits from resin beads
• Resin Safe: Formulated to clean effectively without damaging the delicate resin bed structure
• Easy Application: Simple addition to the brine well during regeneration cycle
• Preventative Maintenance: Helps prevent resin bed fouling before performance issues occur
• Comprehensive Cleaning: Removes various contaminants including iron, manganese, and organic matter
• System Compatibility: Works with most standard ion exchange water softening systems

How Purgard Water Softener Cleaner Works:

Purgard cleaner operates through a chemical cleaning process that targets the specific contaminants that accumulate on water softener resin beads. When added to the brine tank during a regeneration cycle, the cleaner mixes with the salt brine solution and is drawn into the resin tank. The specialized formula works to dissolve iron oxide particles, break down manganese deposits, and remove organic materials that have coated the resin beads. This cleaning action restores the resin's surface area and ion exchange sites, allowing the water softener to function at peak efficiency. Regular use helps maintain consistent water softening performance and can prevent the need for premature resin replacement.