I don't really understand the water softening system setup.
The house I just bought had been sitting vacant for about a year. It was suggested that I clean out the brine tank, which I did, and put back together. Very simple setup. After its put back together, I put salt in the bottom.
During this whole process, I didn't shut any valves or anything because no water was flowing to the tank when I took out the float and filling mechanism.
There is only one small hose that is hooked up to what appears to be a timer, so that might be why? I dunno.... any help would be awesome. Thanks