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SECTION3
CARE OF YOUR FILTER
C. CLEANING
THE FILTER RESIN BED
To keep the tannin
resin bed clean
and working
efficientlN
do the following
at least once each
month.
thoroughly
stirred,
pour
the solution
directly
into
the brinewell
(see key no. 25, page
6-2).
Use one gallon
of luke warm
water
(do not use hot
water)
to fully dissolve
1 cup of soda ash. After
The solution
will be drawn
into and through
the
resin bed during
filter regenerations.
D. CLEANING
THE NOZZLE AND VENTURI
A clean nozzle
and venturi
(Figure
12) is a must
for the filter to work
right.
This small
unit moves
brine
from
the salt storage
tank to the resin tank
during
regeneration.
If it becomes
plugged
with
sand,
silt, dirt, etc., the filter will not work
and
you will get unfiltered
water.
Ill [dIJ ;1=1il,d
Be sure the filter is in service
cycle (no water
pres-
sure at nozzle
and venturi),
then
turn
off the cap
from
the nozzle
and venturi
housing.
Lift out the
screen
support
and screen,
then the nozzle
and
venturi.
Wash and rinse
the parts
in warm
water
until
clean.
If needed
use a small brush
to remove
iron or dirt. Also check and clean the gasket
and
flow plug
if dirty.
Carefully
replace
all parts
in the correct
order.
Lu-
bricate
the o-ring
seal with
silicone
grease
or Vase-
line and place in position.
Install
and tighten
the
cap, BY HAND
ONLY. DO NOT
OVER TIGHTEN
AND BREAK
THE CAP OR HOUSING.
It is recommended
that you clean the nozzle and
venturi
at least three times a year. Clean more
often if you notice a difference in water quality.
NOTE: Be sure holes in the
gasket align with the holes at
the bottom
of the nozzle &
venturi housing.
* INSTALL WITH
NUMBERED
SIDE UP,
CONCAVE
SIDE DOWN
3-2
Problems,
Questions?
Call
1-800-426-9345
Kenmore
Water
Line
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