Sometimes, after you shut off power and water, you’ll want to drain the softener to prevent stagnant water or freezing (if you’re in a cold climate). Most units have a small drain line at the back. Unclip it and let it drip into a bucket.
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You’ll see a little bit of salt water and maybe a few resin beads. That’s normal. It’s like the softener is saying, “Okay, I give up. You win this round.” Don’t worry about the beads; they’re just tiny plastic pellets that help with ion exchange.
