Kenmore IntelliSoft 420 Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

Water Softener

with High Performance Valve

IntelliSoft

420 Series

MODEL NO. 625.384260

Caution:

Read and follow all safety rules and operating

instructions before first use of this product.

Questions

Visit www.KenmoreWater.com

or call toll free 1-800-426-9345

(M - F, 7 AM - 6 PM CST)

Repair or Parts ? Call toll free 1-800-469-4663

See back cover for other Sears service

numbers.

SAVE THIS MANUAL

Use the plastic bag and tie provided, to hang manuals nearby the

softener for future reference.

• Warranty

• Installation

• Start Up / Setting

• How It Works

• Care Of

• Specifications

• Repair Parts

Timer

System tested and certified

by NSF

International

against

NSF/ANSI

Standard

for water

softener

performance,

and the

reduction

of barium

and radium

226/228.

Printed on recycled

paper

Sears

Brands

Management

Corporation,

Hoffman

Estates,

60179

U.S.A.

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

www.KenmoreWater.com

Part No. 7282611 (Rev. S 7/22/10)

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Kenmore IntelliSoft 420 Series

Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL Water Softener with High Performance Valve IntelliSoft 420 Series MODEL NO. 625.384260 Caution: • Warranty Read and follow all safety rules and operating • Installation instructions before first use of this product. Timer • Start Up / Setting Questions •...
Page 2 When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this Kenmore Elite appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free repair.
Page 3 * The model number is on the rating decal, located on the rim, under the salt hole cover. Questions? Call Kenmore Water Line at 1-800-426-9345 or visit KenmoreWater.com For repair or replacement parts, call toll-free 1-800-366-7278 See back cover for other Sears service numbers. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 4 Reading this book will also help you to get all of the benefits from your water softener. Your Kenmore Water Softener will remove hardness minerals from water. This is measured in grains per gallon (gpg). It will also remove some clear water iron*, barium and radium 226/228"*.
Page 5 /d s_atlloa; ____,_ Brinewell Cover Brinewell Drain Tubing Tube Clamp Tube Adaptor Ground Clamp Kit Brine Valve Grommet Tube Clamp Additional Installation Fittings available from FIG. 1 Sears (see parts listing in back of manual) Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 6 • Always place a Neutralizer UPSTREAM of an Iron Filter, etc., as shown. * Place a Taste & Odor Filter UPSTREAM of a water softener on a chlorinated water supply FIG. 2 and DOWNSTREAM of a water softener on a non-chlorinated water supply. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 7 See Fig. 3. elements, direct sunlight, contamination, vandalism, etc. 5. Do not install in a place where the softener could freeze. Damage caused by freezing voids the war- ranty by Sears Brands Management Corporation. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 8 Plan a crossover if flow is from left to right. 120V - 60Hz Electrical Outlet CROSS-OVER Main Water Pipe Valve Outlet Side Soft Water Outlet Inlet Valve Inlet To Water Softener FIG. 5 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 9 For plumbing connection, buy 2 sweat adaptors and plumb directly to the inlet - outlet adaptors. Threads on the inlet - outlet adaptors are 1" NPT. CAUTION: DO ALL SOLDERING BEFORE CONNECTING SWEAT ADAP- TORS TO INLET-OUTLET ADAPTORS OR BYPASS VALVE. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 10 For installation, flow. use plumbing code 248CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. NOTE: Add these readings to the Facts and Figure table on page 3. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 11 Valve Inlet_ into place, as shown. See Fig. 11. Included with Softener CAUTION: Be sure the clips snap firmly into place so the tubes will not pull out. See Fig. 11. FIG. 9 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 12 • Place valve(s) within easy reach. When all pipe, fittings and valves make a good fit together, tighten all threaded joints (use pipe dope on outside threads), or solder all sweat joints. FIG. 13 Softener Inlet Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 13 2. Solder (WHEN bypass valve in a wet rag. COOL, do Step 3). 3. Put threaded adaptor into bypass valve port. FIG. 15 Questions.'? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 14 Tubing in Air Gap Place ['=- ==_ 1-1/2" Air Gap drain tubing is avail- NOTE: Overflow able from Sears, Item No. 42-3433 (20 ft). Overflow Drain Tubing I_ FLOOR DRAIN LAUNDRY TUB FIG. 16 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 15 The dis- Valve FOR BYPASS colored water is not harmful, and the discol- Open bypass valve. Close inlet & outlet oration will not last more than a few minutes. valves. FIG. 19 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 16 Be sure the electrical outlet you plug the trans- CONNECTING TRANSFORMER former into is inside, to protect from weather. Transformer PLUG IN THE TRANSFORMER Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet. 120V-60Hz Electrical Outlet Power Cable From Face Plate-Timer FIG. 22 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 17 For example, while setting the hardness the beeper sounds repeated- ly when the display reaches 1 using the DOWN button, or the highest hardness setting using the UP button. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 18 1 between 1 and 25. Between 25 and the highest number, the display changes 5 at a time (25, 30, 35, etc.) Holding the UP or DOWN button in changes the display twice each second. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 19 However, regenerations may occur at the wrong time of day until you reset the timer to the correct time of day. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 20 This normally occurs the first time water runs through the resin bed. The discolored water is not harmful, the discoloration will not last more than a few minutes. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 21 Persons who are concerned about their drinking water intake. For example, if your water supply is 15 grains should consider a Kenmore Drinking Water System that hard, and you drank 3 quarts of softened water you would will remove or reduce in excess of 90% of the sodium consume 335 milligrams of sodium.
Page 22 8. Has salt been added to the salt tank? Bypass Valve 9. Has the unit been sanitized? See page 20. Outlet Valve FOR SERVICE Inlet Close bypass valve. Valve Open inlet & outlet valves. 3-Valve FIG. 32 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 23 Language for all screens can be in English, Spanish or SELECT CtlANGE French. Move the black bar to Language, and press FIG. 36 SELECT. Move black bar over your choice and press SELECT. Screen returns to Settings Menu. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 24 NOTE: The display automatically defaults to this screen and the tank light turns on when the salt cover is opened on the softener and returns to nor- mal operating screen when salt cover is closed. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 25 An "E" will be displayed on the screen if either Salt Efficient or Max. Salt Efficient is selected. NOTE: The state of California requires a setting of Salt Efficient or Max. Salt Efficient. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 26 SELECT. Display will return to Units menu, press SELECT once more to return to normal operating screen. If 12 Hour clock is chosen, an AM or PM will be displayed, be sure that time is correctly set for AM or Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 27 H46 or H47 to HF45. H46 or H47 are the required codes for your softener to function properly. Factory Defaults resets all settings. You must repro- gram the timer to any customized settings if this option is used. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 28 Important: The ultra cleansing feature is not intended to replace pretreatment filtration. For problem water applications, additional sediment filtration is recom- mended. FIG. 50 Sears offers a full line of dedicated sediment filtration products. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 29 As you use more water, fill time increases so more brine is made. The greater amount of brine cleans more hardness minerals Brine Valve from the resin bed. !:i ¸ f Fill Water FIG. 52 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 30 The bed lifts and expands for good cleaning. Hard Water Hard Water Bypass OUT Drain _Resin Bed Lifted and Expanded FIG. 54 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 31 The computer always adjusts this pattern to your water using habits. It works toward providing you with soft water for the longest time and at the most efficient salt usage. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 32 You may damage the tank. FIG. 56 If the wrong kind of salt made the bridge, take it out. Then fill the tank with nugget or pellet salt only. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 33 Clean the bed at least every six (6) months, If iron shows up in the soft water before six (6) months, clean more often, Printed instructions are on the resin bed cleaner bottle, Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 34 Tip the bottom of the softener up a few inches and hold until all water has drained. Leave the softener laying like this until you are ready to use it. Plug the inlet and outlet with rags to keep dirt, bugs, etc. out. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 35 33. Valve rotor-disc & seals Check for scratches or grooves, replace if needed. Restricted drain line Check for kinks, bends or obstructions, Salty tasting water page 14. immediately after regeneration Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 36 = parts per million * Capacity to remove clear water iron is substantiated by WQA test data. State of Wisconsin requires additional treatment if water supply contains greater than 5 ppm clear water iron, Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 37 The efficiency rating is only valid at the minimum stated salt dosage. These softeners were efficiency rated according to NSF /ANSI Standard 44. Maximum Allowable Contaminant Influent Challenge Level Product Water Level Barium 10 +10% mg/L 2.0 mg/L Radium 226/228 25 pCi/L 5 pCi/L Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 38 DIAGNOSTICS, and the MANUAL ADVANCE REGEN- softener inlet and outlet respectively. ERATION CHECK, Is the transformer plugged into a "live'; grounded wall outlet, and the power cable fastened secure- ly to the controller? Questions.'? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 39 Pass a small magnet back and forth in front of the sensor. You should get a reading in the display. If you get a reading, unhook the in and out plumbing and check the turbine for binding. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 40 RECHARGE no longer flashes in the display. NOTE: The valve motor may automatically drive through FIG. 66 several valve positions while searching for service. If an error code occurs, unplug the transformer, then plug in again. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 41 NOTE: If water system pressure is low, an elevated drain hose may cause back pressure, stopping 9. To return the softener to service, press REGENERA- brine draw. TION once more. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 42 Lubricate the gear on the motor, and the valve cam gear with Molykote grease, or other high quality gear lubricant. Be sure to orient switch as shown, with lever toward the cam. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 43 WaterTo Valve Outlet When the brine valve closes to end brine draw, water flow continues in the same directions to slowly RINSE brine from the resin bed and to the FIG. 71 drain. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 44 As the valve rotates, the position switch lever drops to open the circuit. The valve remains positioned in service until the electronic timer initiates the next regeneration. FIG. 73 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 45 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 46 " - . . ing Decal Location ..._-.29 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 47 Parts Bag (includes parts marked with a • pages 47, 49 & 51). Order manuals separately if needed. • 7282611 Owner's Manual • Not illustrated. O Aligns with top of brinewell. • Included in parts bag. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 48 19__ INLET - OUTLET GROUNDING CLAMPS Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 49 7176161 O-Ring, 15/16" x 9/16" 7221746 Brine Tube 7113016 Tubing Assembly (includes Key Nos. 14, 15 & 16) 7171349 Cone Screen 7248706 Grounding Kit • • Included in parts bag, see page 47. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 50 Wear-Strip 41 _ Seal Cross-Section View Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 51 Included with softener. 7081201 Retainer (Nozzle & Venturi) Part Number Part Description 7175238 C Ring 7214155 Bypass Body 7173016 O-Ring, 1.109 ID x 1.387 OD (4) 7172882 Stem • 7214317 Bypass Valve (Complete) • Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 52 Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice: Our Home For repair of carry-in items like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call anytime for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Service Center 1-800-488-1222 (U.S.A.) 1-800-469-4663 (Canada) www.sears.com www.sears.ca To purchase...
Page 53 OWNER'S MANUAL Water Softener with High Performance Valve IntelliSoft 420 Series MODEL NO. 625.384260 Caution: • Warranty Read and follow all safety rules and operating • Installation instructions before first use of this product. Timer • Start Up / Setting Questions •...
Page 54 When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this Kenmore Elite appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free repair.
Page 55 * The model number is on the rating decal, located on the rim, under the salt hole cover. Questions? Call Kenmore Water Line at 1-800-426-9345 or visit KenmoreWater.com For repair or replacement parts, call toll-free 1-800-366-7278 See back cover for other Sears service numbers. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 56 Reading this book will also help you to get all of the benefits from your water softener. Your Kenmore Water Softener will remove hardness minerals from water. This is measured in grains per gallon (gpg). It will also remove some clear water iron*, barium and radium 226/228"*.
Page 57 /d s_atlloa; ____,_ Brinewell Cover Brinewell Drain Tubing Tube Clamp Tube Adaptor Ground Clamp Kit Brine Valve Grommet Tube Clamp Additional Installation Fittings available from FIG. 1 Sears (see parts listing in back of manual) Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 58 • Always place a Neutralizer UPSTREAM of an Iron Filter, etc., as shown. * Place a Taste & Odor Filter UPSTREAM of a water softener on a chlorinated water supply FIG. 2 and DOWNSTREAM of a water softener on a non-chlorinated water supply. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 59 See Fig. 3. elements, direct sunlight, contamination, vandalism, etc. 5. Do not install in a place where the softener could freeze. Damage caused by freezing voids the war- ranty by Sears Brands Management Corporation. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 60 Plan a crossover if flow is from left to right. 120V - 60Hz Electrical Outlet CROSS-OVER Main Water Pipe Valve Outlet Side Soft Water Outlet Inlet Valve Inlet To Water Softener FIG. 5 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 61 For plumbing connection, buy 2 sweat adaptors and plumb directly to the inlet - outlet adaptors. Threads on the inlet - outlet adaptors are 1" NPT. CAUTION: DO ALL SOLDERING BEFORE CONNECTING SWEAT ADAP- TORS TO INLET-OUTLET ADAPTORS OR BYPASS VALVE. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 62 For installation, flow. use plumbing code 248CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. NOTE: Add these readings to the Facts and Figure table on page 3. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 63 Valve Inlet_ into place, as shown. See Fig. 11. Included with Softener CAUTION: Be sure the clips snap firmly into place so the tubes will not pull out. See Fig. 11. FIG. 9 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 64 • Place valve(s) within easy reach. When all pipe, fittings and valves make a good fit together, tighten all threaded joints (use pipe dope on outside threads), or solder all sweat joints. FIG. 13 Softener Inlet Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 65 2. Solder (WHEN bypass valve in a wet rag. COOL, do Step 3). 3. Put threaded adaptor into bypass valve port. FIG. 15 Questions.'? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 66 Tubing in Air Gap Place ['=- ==_ 1-1/2" Air Gap drain tubing is avail- NOTE: Overflow able from Sears, Item No. 42-3433 (20 ft). Overflow Drain Tubing I_ FLOOR DRAIN LAUNDRY TUB FIG. 16 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 67 The dis- Valve FOR BYPASS colored water is not harmful, and the discol- Open bypass valve. Close inlet & outlet oration will not last more than a few minutes. valves. FIG. 19 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 68 Be sure the electrical outlet you plug the trans- CONNECTING TRANSFORMER former into is inside, to protect from weather. Transformer PLUG IN THE TRANSFORMER Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet. 120V-60Hz Electrical Outlet Power Cable From Face Plate-Timer FIG. 22 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 69 For example, while setting the hardness the beeper sounds repeated- ly when the display reaches 1 using the DOWN button, or the highest hardness setting using the UP button. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 70 1 between 1 and 25. Between 25 and the highest number, the display changes 5 at a time (25, 30, 35, etc.) Holding the UP or DOWN button in changes the display twice each second. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 71 However, regenerations may occur at the wrong time of day until you reset the timer to the correct time of day. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 72 This normally occurs the first time water runs through the resin bed. The discolored water is not harmful, the discoloration will not last more than a few minutes. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 73 Persons who are concerned about their drinking water intake. For example, if your water supply is 15 grains should consider a Kenmore Drinking Water System that hard, and you drank 3 quarts of softened water you would will remove or reduce in excess of 90% of the sodium consume 335 milligrams of sodium.
Page 74 8. Has salt been added to the salt tank? Bypass Valve 9. Has the unit been sanitized? See page 20. Outlet Valve FOR SERVICE Inlet Close bypass valve. Valve Open inlet & outlet valves. 3-Valve FIG. 32 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 75 Language for all screens can be in English, Spanish or SELECT CtlANGE French. Move the black bar to Language, and press FIG. 36 SELECT. Move black bar over your choice and press SELECT. Screen returns to Settings Menu. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 76 NOTE: The display automatically defaults to this screen and the tank light turns on when the salt cover is opened on the softener and returns to nor- mal operating screen when salt cover is closed. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 77 An "E" will be displayed on the screen if either Salt Efficient or Max. Salt Efficient is selected. NOTE: The state of California requires a setting of Salt Efficient or Max. Salt Efficient. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 78 SELECT. Display will return to Units menu, press SELECT once more to return to normal operating screen. If 12 Hour clock is chosen, an AM or PM will be displayed, be sure that time is correctly set for AM or Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 79 H46 or H47 to HF45. H46 or H47 are the required codes for your softener to function properly. Factory Defaults resets all settings. You must repro- gram the timer to any customized settings if this option is used. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 80 Important: The ultra cleansing feature is not intended to replace pretreatment filtration. For problem water applications, additional sediment filtration is recom- mended. FIG. 50 Sears offers a full line of dedicated sediment filtration products. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 81 As you use more water, fill time increases so more brine is made. The greater amount of brine cleans more hardness minerals Brine Valve from the resin bed. !:i ¸ f Fill Water FIG. 52 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 82 The bed lifts and expands for good cleaning. Hard Water Hard Water Bypass OUT Drain _Resin Bed Lifted and Expanded FIG. 54 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 83 The computer always adjusts this pattern to your water using habits. It works toward providing you with soft water for the longest time and at the most efficient salt usage. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 84 You may damage the tank. FIG. 56 If the wrong kind of salt made the bridge, take it out. Then fill the tank with nugget or pellet salt only. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 85 Clean the bed at least every six (6) months, If iron shows up in the soft water before six (6) months, clean more often, Printed instructions are on the resin bed cleaner bottle, Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 86 Tip the bottom of the softener up a few inches and hold until all water has drained. Leave the softener laying like this until you are ready to use it. Plug the inlet and outlet with rags to keep dirt, bugs, etc. out. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 87 33. Valve rotor-disc & seals Check for scratches or grooves, replace if needed. Restricted drain line Check for kinks, bends or obstructions, Salty tasting water page 14. immediately after regeneration Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 88 = parts per million * Capacity to remove clear water iron is substantiated by WQA test data. State of Wisconsin requires additional treatment if water supply contains greater than 5 ppm clear water iron, Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 89 The efficiency rating is only valid at the minimum stated salt dosage. These softeners were efficiency rated according to NSF /ANSI Standard 44. Maximum Allowable Contaminant Influent Challenge Level Product Water Level Barium 10 +10% mg/L 2.0 mg/L Radium 226/228 25 pCi/L 5 pCi/L Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 90 DIAGNOSTICS, and the MANUAL ADVANCE REGEN- softener inlet and outlet respectively. ERATION CHECK, Is the transformer plugged into a "live'; grounded wall outlet, and the power cable fastened secure- ly to the controller? Questions.'? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 91 Pass a small magnet back and forth in front of the sensor. You should get a reading in the display. If you get a reading, unhook the in and out plumbing and check the turbine for binding. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 92 RECHARGE no longer flashes in the display. NOTE: The valve motor may automatically drive through FIG. 66 several valve positions while searching for service. If an error code occurs, unplug the transformer, then plug in again. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 93 NOTE: If water system pressure is low, an elevated drain hose may cause back pressure, stopping 9. To return the softener to service, press REGENERA- brine draw. TION once more. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 94 Lubricate the gear on the motor, and the valve cam gear with Molykote grease, or other high quality gear lubricant. Be sure to orient switch as shown, with lever toward the cam. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 95 WaterTo Valve Outlet When the brine valve closes to end brine draw, water flow continues in the same directions to slowly RINSE brine from the resin bed and to the FIG. 71 drain. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 96 As the valve rotates, the position switch lever drops to open the circuit. The valve remains positioned in service until the electronic timer initiates the next regeneration. FIG. 73 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 97 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 98 " - . . ing Decal Location ..._-.29 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 99 Parts Bag (includes parts marked with a • pages 47, 49 & 51). Order manuals separately if needed. • 7282611 Owner's Manual • Not illustrated. O Aligns with top of brinewell. • Included in parts bag. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 100 19__ INLET - OUTLET GROUNDING CLAMPS Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 101 7176161 O-Ring, 15/16" x 9/16" 7221746 Brine Tube 7113016 Tubing Assembly (includes Key Nos. 14, 15 & 16) 7171349 Cone Screen 7248706 Grounding Kit • • Included in parts bag, see page 47. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 102 Wear-Strip 41 _ Seal Cross-Section View Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 103 Included with softener. 7081201 Retainer (Nozzle & Venturi) Part Number Part Description 7175238 C Ring 7214155 Bypass Body 7173016 O-Ring, 1.109 ID x 1.387 OD (4) 7172882 Stem • 7214317 Bypass Valve (Complete) • Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
Page 104 Your Home For expert troubleshooting and home solutions advice: Our Home For repair of carry-in items like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call anytime for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Service Center 1-800-488-1222 (U.S.A.) 1-800-469-4663 (Canada) www.sears.com www.sears.ca To purchase...

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