Step 1: Turn off the water and break the shell
When trying to remove a water softener salt bridge, you need to shut off the water supply first so that the salt bridge does not continue to form. With this in mind, be sure to turn off the water inlet to the water softener first or use a bypass valve in your home. Then, use a long-handled tool such as a broom or mop to tap the salt bridge with the handle until the salt bridge shell breaks.
Step 2: Remove loose particles and tap the edges with a hammer
After breaking the water softener salt bridge, scoop out the loose particles from the top of the water tank with a plastic container and gently tap the edges of the salt shell. However, during the tapping process, be sure to avoid tapping the sides of the water tank to avoid damaging the water tank and causing leaks in your home.
Step 3: Drain the water and turn the tap back on
After breaking the edges of the salt shell, use a plastic container to remove the small salt blocks again. Then, use a wet and dry vacuum cleaner to drain the water from the bottom of the water softener. After that, turn the water back on and regenerate the salt blocks according to the instructions for the water softener. When you are done, pour the salt back into the brine tank. If you follow these instructions closely, your salt bridge problem should be resolved in no time.
