Verkkodisconnect the brine tank. Start the process of cleaning by turning off the power from the water softener and disconnect the brine tank. To turn off the machine, open the bypass valve. Drain the remaining water in the sink and scoop out the remaining salt with the help of a container or specialized. Verkkoto remove the calcium, magnesium, and other minerals in the water, you can use water softener salt in your water softener appliance. The salt creates a.