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OWNER'S MANUAL
Water Softener
with Deluxe Valve
300 Series
MODEL NO. 625.383060
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
44
for water
softener
performance.
®
Printed on recycled
paper
Sears
Brands
Management
Corporation,
Hoffman
Estates,
IL
60179
U.S.A.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
www.KenmoreWater.com
Part No. 7282580
(Rev. R 7/22/10)

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  • Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL Water Softener with Deluxe Valve 300 Series MODEL NO. 625.383060 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 Repair or Parts ? Call toll free 1-800-469-4663 See back cover for other Sears service SAVE THIS MANUAL Use the plastic bag and tie provided, to hang manuals nearby the...
  • Page 2 When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this Kenmore appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of pur- chase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free repair.
  • Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Grains Per Gallon Parts Per Million Pounds/Square Inch Gallons Per Minute Questions? Water Line at 1-800-426-9345 KenmoreWater.com parts, call toll-free Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 6-10 11-12 18-19 23-24 25-27 28-31 32-33 34-40 42-47 Back Cover...
  • 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*. This is measured in parts per million(ppm).
  • Page 5 Questions? Valve Assembly Face Plate owner's manual Cover Brinewell Cover Brinewell Ground Clamp Kit Brine Valve Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 SMALL PARTS Installation Adaptors (2) Clips (4) Bypass Valve Drain Tubing Tube Clamp Tube Adaptor Grommet _>._ Tube Clamp...
  • Page 6 Hard Water to *Taste & Iron Neutralizer Clarifying Odor Filter Filter Filter Call The Kenmore Water Adjustable Slip Joint Pliers Tape Measure or Ruler CPVC OR PVC PLASTIC • Hacksaw • Adjustable Wrench • Primer and Solvent Cement approved for use on potable water-...
  • Page 7 8. When installing in an outside location, you must take the steps necessary to assure the softener, installa- tion plumbing, and wiring, are protected from the elements, direct sunlight, contamination, etc. Corporation. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FIG. 3 are in vandalism,...
  • Page 8 "-," bypass valve outside -soft run to a dry well. Left Valve Outlet Side Valve Inlet Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Installation outside - hard For outside hard -° water, trench under- ground as needed. outside - hard...
  • 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 TORS TO INLET-OUTLET Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 1" NPT sweat adaptor (2)* 1" NPT _L'"...
  • Page 10 NOTE: Add these readings to the Facts and Figure table on page 3. Questions? If you have a well water system, look at the pressure gauge to find the water pressure. Call your local water department if you have city water. They will tell you what the water pressure is where you live.
  • Page 11 CAUTION: Be sure the clips snap firmly into place so the tubes will not pull out. See Fig. 11. Questions? Shutoff Valve Salt Hole Cover INSTALLING INLET AND OUTLET clips into place, ADAPTORS: Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Shutoff Valve ,z / Tank Pump Electrical Panel Cover (Main)
  • Page 12 (use pipe dope on outside threads), or solder all sweat joints. Questions? Bypass Valve or Installation Adaptor Sensor Port BYPASS Turbine FIG. 10 Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 INSTALLING HOLDING CLIPS Black Cli Cross Section of Valve Inlet or Outlet...
  • Page 13 Wait until soldered pipe has cooled before connection. See Fig. 15. CAUTION: Be careful when putting pipe fittings together. Do not cross thread, and do not overtight- Questions.'? Call The Kenmore MOVE SOFTENER Grip under ridge to move softener.
  • Page 14 \" "_-, Valve Drain Hose "-_Support Tie or Wire 1-1/2" Tubing in Place Air G p ------_- FLOOR DRAIN Call The Kenmore Water SALT TANK OVERFLOW water must run downward 1/4 NPT Threads Barbs 1/2" Outside Copper Tube (Not furnished) Comp Fitting.
  • Page 15 Close bypass valve. Open inlet & outlet valves. the first The dis- FOR BYPASS Open bypass valve. Close inlet & outlet valves. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 HOUSE MAIN WATER SHUTOFF VALVES Water ¢--_% Pressure Tank Meter Shutoff Valve d"-...
  • Page 16 PLUG IN THE TRANSFORMER Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet. Questions? COLD WATER WATER Water Meter CONNECTING Transformer Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 PIPE GROUNDING Valve Inlet Ground Clamp (2)'_ Screw with lock j washer and nut...
  • Page 17 Turn on the gas (or electric) supply to the water heater and light the pilot. YOUR PLUMBING INSTALLATION AND ELECTRICAL WORK ARE NOW COMPLETE. Questions? Salt Hole Cover Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 INSTALL COVERS Cover r./(Main) FIG. 23...
  • Page 18 32 minutes each second. Questions? Display UP Button DOWN Button SELECT Button S c:,l Section. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FIG. 24 CODE 1 ISET T, M E_ _--I't--I1--t L- .L! L! pM FIG. 25 i I,[ I_-t -i.-! 0 pM...
  • Page 19 DOWN button past 0, and the word "OFF" flashes in the display. 3. Press the SELECT button once again, to complete initial programming, show in the display. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 LEVEL and the current time of day will 71-_ HARDNESS T, M E _7"t717...
  • Page 20 The discolored water is not harmful, and the discoloration will not last more than a few minutes. Questions? button and hold for 3 seconds About 3 gallons Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Salt Hole Cover Water /Brinewell Cover...
  • Page 21 25 gpg 32 gpg Persons who are concerned about their drinking water 38 gpg should consider a Kenmore Drinking Water System that 44 gpg will remove or reduce in excess of 90% of the sodium 50 gpg and other drinking water contaminants.
  • Page 22 8. Has salt been added to the salt tank? 9. Has the unit been sanitized? See page 20. Questions? GUIDES FOR SERVICE Close bypass valve. Open inlet & outlet Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 F" Water Supply Valve Inlet Bypass Valve(s)
  • Page 23 DOWN button past 0, and the word "OFF" flashes in the display. NOTE: You must set salt level each time salt is added to the water softener. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 3:12 FIG. 31 RECHARGE TONIGHT FIG.
  • Page 24 California Efficiency Requirement Your Kenmore Water Softener has a "High Efficiency" feature with an "ON" or "OFF" setting. This softener setting is shipped in the "OFF" position, which utilizes the maximum rated capacity while most often achiev- ing maximum salt efficiencies. When installing this unit in the State of California, you MUST turn this setting to the "ON"...
  • Page 25 Questions? WATER THE SOFTENER Salt Storage Tank\ (Salt not shown)_i Brine Valve, Salt Storage Tank Brine Valve_ Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FLOW THROUGH IN SERVICE Soft Water Hard Water Resin Tank Resin Bed...
  • Page 26 The bed lifts and expands for good cleaning. See Fig. Questions? WATER Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 WATER FLOW THROUGH THE SOFTENER...
  • Page 27 (2:00 AM, or as otherwise set) it will schedule a regeneration. When the regeneration begins, RECHARGE NOW flashes in the display during the regeneration. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 WATER FLOW THROUGH THE SOFTENER...
  • Page 28 If the wrong kind of salt made the bridge, take it out. Then fill the tank with nugget or pellet salt only. Questions? Push tool into salt bridge to break Pencil Mark Broom Handle Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 SALT BRIDGE 1 _' - 2" Salt Salt Bridge Water Level space FIG.
  • Page 29 Nozzle & Venturi *Install with numbered side up concave side down. Be sure the largest flow plug is located in the nozzle & venturi housing. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 CLEANING NOZZLE & VENTURI O-Ring Seal "'"_O...
  • Page 30 Plug the inlet and outlet with rags to keep dirt, bugs, etc. out. Questions? FROM DRAIN ALL WATER Floor Drain Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FROM SOFTENER FIG. 43 Wood Block...
  • Page 31 Questions? code, press either the UP or DOWN button. When correct model code CAUSE unplugged at the watt outlet, or Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 CORRECTION Add salt, see page 22, or break the salt bridge, see page 29. Press REGENERATION and hold to start a regeneration, see page 23.
  • Page 32 = grains per gallon psi = pounds per square inch ppm = parts per million by WQA test data. State of Wisconsin requires if water supply contains greater than 5 ppm clear water iron. Call The Kenmore Water BYPASS VALVES SINGLE BYPASS...
  • Page 33 The efficiency rating is only valid at the minimum stated salt dosage. These soften- ers were efficiency rated according to NSF / ANSI Standard 44. Questions? Call The Kenmore Rate (GPM) 300 Series Flow Rate (GPM) high capacity 11,800 @ 2.3...
  • Page 34 SELECT button twice more to return to present time in the display. If you do not find the problem after making initial checks, do the MANUAL DIAGNOSTICS, ERATION CHECK. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Valve Motor Position Switch...
  • Page 35 POSSIBLE PROBLEM at switch and faceplate not connected / position switch inoperable / motor inoperable DIAGNOSTICS (below) ERROR CODE DIAGNOSTICS: Position Switch Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FIG. 47 LESS LIKELY FIG. 48 ,...-_ Moto r Sensor Housing Turbine...
  • Page 36 NOTE: The valve motor may automatically through several valve positions while searching for service. If an error code occurs, unplug the trans- former, then plug in again. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 MOTOR button, advance through the CODE 1 Sc:,l FIG.
  • Page 37 • restricted drain (check drain fitting and hose) • defective nozzle and venturi seal • other inner valve defect (rotor seal, rotor & disc, wave washer, etc.) NOTE: If water system pressure is low, an elevated drain hose may cause back pressure, stopping brine draw. Questions?
  • Page 38 Be sure to orient switch as shown, with lever toward the cam. Questions? on the valve, turn off the from electrical power. Switch -,,,,,,,,,_ Wear-Strip Seal _ See Nozzle Assembly Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 _Motor _o_\ ._O _---_o/._ _e----" Motor Plate ,,,,_Cam&Gear ...:... O-Ring Seals_ 0 Ring Wave Washer_ Rotor &...
  • Page 39 (soft) To Valve Outlet (Soft Water) BRINING Venturi Brine from Salt Storage Tank WaterTo Valve Outlet Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 SERVICE CYCLE From Valve Inlet (Hard Water) Top Distributor Resin Tank Position Switch FIG. 54...
  • Page 40 The valve remains positioned in service until the electronic timer initiates the next regeneration. Questions? THE SOFTENER VALVE Bypass Hard Water To Valve Outlet Soft Water To Valve Outlet Call The Kenmore Water BACKWASH CYCLE Plug FAST RINSE CYCLE Drain Line 1-800-426-9345 Position Switch FIG.
  • Page 41 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
  • Page 42 ! Questions? \\\\ _\ 4__ Rating Decal Location __16 Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 ,,_._27...
  • Page 43 Parts Bag (includes parts marked with a • pages 43, 45 & 47). Order manuals separately if needed. • 7282580 Owner's Manual • Not illustrated. O Aligns with top of brinewell. • Included in parts bag. Questions? Call The Kenmore Model No. 625.383060 COMPLETE Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
  • Page 44 INLET - OUTLET GROUNDING CLAMPS Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
  • Page 45 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 43. Questions? Call The Kenmore Model No. 625.383060 Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
  • Page 46 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Wear-Strip Seal Cross-Section View...
  • Page 47 O-Ring, 13/16" x 1" (4 req.) 7129855 Stem 7170288 O-Ring, 15/16" x 1-3/16" (2 req.) • 7278434 Bypass Valve (Complete) • Questions? Call The Kenmore Part Number Part Description 1202600 Nut- Ferrule 7095030 Cone Screen 1148800 Flow Plug, .3 gpm 7187772 Nozzle &...
  • Page 48 For expert troubleshooting For repair of carry-in items like vacuums, and electronics, call anytime for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Service 1-800-488-1222 www.sears.com To purchase a protection agreement 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) Para pedir servicio de reparacidn a domicilio, y para ordenar 1-888-SU-HOGAR (1-888-784-6427)
  • Page 49 OWNER'S MANUAL Water Softener with Deluxe Valve 300 Series MODEL NO. 625.383060 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 Repair or Parts ? Call toll free 1-800-469-4663 See back cover for other Sears service SAVE THIS MANUAL Use the plastic bag and tie provided, to hang manuals nearby the...
  • Page 50 When installed, operated and maintained according to all instructions supplied with the product, if this Kenmore appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of pur- chase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®to arrange for free repair.
  • Page 51 TABLE OF CONTENTS Grains Per Gallon Parts Per Million Pounds/Square Inch Gallons Per Minute Questions? Water Line at 1-800-426-9345 KenmoreWater.com parts, call toll-free Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 6-10 11-12 18-19 23-24 25-27 28-31 32-33 34-40 42-47 Back Cover...
  • Page 52 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*. This is measured in parts per million(ppm).
  • Page 53 Questions? Valve Assembly Face Plate owner's manual Cover Brinewell Cover Brinewell Ground Clamp Kit Brine Valve Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 SMALL PARTS Installation Adaptors (2) Clips (4) Bypass Valve Drain Tubing Tube Clamp Tube Adaptor Grommet _>._ Tube Clamp...
  • Page 54 Hard Water to *Taste & Iron Neutralizer Clarifying Odor Filter Filter Filter Call The Kenmore Water Adjustable Slip Joint Pliers Tape Measure or Ruler CPVC OR PVC PLASTIC • Hacksaw • Adjustable Wrench • Primer and Solvent Cement approved for use on potable water-...
  • Page 55 8. When installing in an outside location, you must take the steps necessary to assure the softener, installa- tion plumbing, and wiring, are protected from the elements, direct sunlight, contamination, etc. Corporation. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FIG. 3 are in vandalism,...
  • Page 56 "-," bypass valve outside -soft run to a dry well. Left Valve Outlet Side Valve Inlet Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Installation outside - hard For outside hard -° water, trench under- ground as needed. outside - hard...
  • Page 57 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 TORS TO INLET-OUTLET Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 1" NPT sweat adaptor (2)* 1" NPT _L'"...
  • Page 58 NOTE: Add these readings to the Facts and Figure table on page 3. Questions? If you have a well water system, look at the pressure gauge to find the water pressure. Call your local water department if you have city water. They will tell you what the water pressure is where you live.
  • Page 59 CAUTION: Be sure the clips snap firmly into place so the tubes will not pull out. See Fig. 11. Questions? Shutoff Valve Salt Hole Cover INSTALLING INLET AND OUTLET clips into place, ADAPTORS: Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Shutoff Valve ,z / Tank Pump Electrical Panel Cover (Main)
  • Page 60 (use pipe dope on outside threads), or solder all sweat joints. Questions? Bypass Valve or Installation Adaptor Sensor Port BYPASS Turbine FIG. 10 Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 INSTALLING HOLDING CLIPS Black Cli Cross Section of Valve Inlet or Outlet...
  • Page 61 Wait until soldered pipe has cooled before connection. See Fig. 15. CAUTION: Be careful when putting pipe fittings together. Do not cross thread, and do not overtight- Questions.'? Call The Kenmore MOVE SOFTENER Grip under ridge to move softener.
  • Page 62 \" "_-, Valve Drain Hose "-_Support Tie or Wire 1-1/2" Tubing in Place Air G p ------_- FLOOR DRAIN Call The Kenmore Water SALT TANK OVERFLOW water must run downward 1/4 NPT Threads Barbs 1/2" Outside Copper Tube (Not furnished) Comp Fitting.
  • Page 63 Close bypass valve. Open inlet & outlet valves. the first The dis- FOR BYPASS Open bypass valve. Close inlet & outlet valves. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 HOUSE MAIN WATER SHUTOFF VALVES Water ¢--_% Pressure Tank Meter Shutoff Valve d"-...
  • Page 64 PLUG IN THE TRANSFORMER Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet. Questions? COLD WATER WATER Water Meter CONNECTING Transformer Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 PIPE GROUNDING Valve Inlet Ground Clamp (2)'_ Screw with lock j washer and nut...
  • Page 65 Turn on the gas (or electric) supply to the water heater and light the pilot. YOUR PLUMBING INSTALLATION AND ELECTRICAL WORK ARE NOW COMPLETE. Questions? Salt Hole Cover Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 INSTALL COVERS Cover r./(Main) FIG. 23...
  • Page 66 32 minutes each second. Questions? Display UP Button DOWN Button SELECT Button S c:,l Section. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FIG. 24 CODE 1 ISET T, M E_ _--I't--I1--t L- .L! L! pM FIG. 25 i I,[ I_-t -i.-! 0 pM...
  • Page 67 DOWN button past 0, and the word "OFF" flashes in the display. 3. Press the SELECT button once again, to complete initial programming, show in the display. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 LEVEL and the current time of day will 71-_ HARDNESS T, M E _7"t717...
  • Page 68 The discolored water is not harmful, and the discoloration will not last more than a few minutes. Questions? button and hold for 3 seconds About 3 gallons Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Salt Hole Cover Water /Brinewell Cover...
  • Page 69 25 gpg 32 gpg Persons who are concerned about their drinking water 38 gpg should consider a Kenmore Drinking Water System that 44 gpg will remove or reduce in excess of 90% of the sodium 50 gpg and other drinking water contaminants.
  • Page 70 8. Has salt been added to the salt tank? 9. Has the unit been sanitized? See page 20. Questions? GUIDES FOR SERVICE Close bypass valve. Open inlet & outlet Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 F" Water Supply Valve Inlet Bypass Valve(s)
  • Page 71 DOWN button past 0, and the word "OFF" flashes in the display. NOTE: You must set salt level each time salt is added to the water softener. Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 3:12 FIG. 31 RECHARGE TONIGHT FIG.
  • Page 72 California Efficiency Requirement Your Kenmore Water Softener has a "High Efficiency" feature with an "ON" or "OFF" setting. This softener setting is shipped in the "OFF" position, which utilizes the maximum rated capacity while most often achiev- ing maximum salt efficiencies. When installing this unit in the State of California, you MUST turn this setting to the "ON"...
  • Page 73 Questions? WATER THE SOFTENER Salt Storage Tank\ (Salt not shown)_i Brine Valve, Salt Storage Tank Brine Valve_ Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FLOW THROUGH IN SERVICE Soft Water Hard Water Resin Tank Resin Bed...
  • Page 74 The bed lifts and expands for good cleaning. See Fig. Questions? WATER Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 WATER FLOW THROUGH THE SOFTENER...
  • Page 75 (2:00 AM, or as otherwise set) it will schedule a regeneration. When the regeneration begins, RECHARGE NOW flashes in the display during the regeneration. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 WATER FLOW THROUGH THE SOFTENER...
  • Page 76 If the wrong kind of salt made the bridge, take it out. Then fill the tank with nugget or pellet salt only. Questions? Push tool into salt bridge to break Pencil Mark Broom Handle Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 SALT BRIDGE 1 _' - 2" Salt Salt Bridge Water Level space FIG.
  • Page 77 Nozzle & Venturi *Install with numbered side up concave side down. Be sure the largest flow plug is located in the nozzle & venturi housing. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 CLEANING NOZZLE & VENTURI O-Ring Seal "'"_O...
  • Page 78 Plug the inlet and outlet with rags to keep dirt, bugs, etc. out. Questions? FROM DRAIN ALL WATER Floor Drain Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FROM SOFTENER FIG. 43 Wood Block...
  • Page 79 Questions? code, press either the UP or DOWN button. When correct model code CAUSE unplugged at the watt outlet, or Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 CORRECTION Add salt, see page 22, or break the salt bridge, see page 29. Press REGENERATION and hold to start a regeneration, see page 23.
  • Page 80 = grains per gallon psi = pounds per square inch ppm = parts per million by WQA test data. State of Wisconsin requires if water supply contains greater than 5 ppm clear water iron. Call The Kenmore Water BYPASS VALVES SINGLE BYPASS...
  • Page 81 The efficiency rating is only valid at the minimum stated salt dosage. These soften- ers were efficiency rated according to NSF / ANSI Standard 44. Questions? Call The Kenmore Rate (GPM) 300 Series Flow Rate (GPM) high capacity 11,800 @ 2.3...
  • Page 82 SELECT button twice more to return to present time in the display. If you do not find the problem after making initial checks, do the MANUAL DIAGNOSTICS, ERATION CHECK. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Valve Motor Position Switch...
  • Page 83 POSSIBLE PROBLEM at switch and faceplate not connected / position switch inoperable / motor inoperable DIAGNOSTICS (below) ERROR CODE DIAGNOSTICS: Position Switch Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 FIG. 47 LESS LIKELY FIG. 48 ,...-_ Moto r Sensor Housing Turbine...
  • Page 84 NOTE: The valve motor may automatically through several valve positions while searching for service. If an error code occurs, unplug the trans- former, then plug in again. Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 MOTOR button, advance through the CODE 1 Sc:,l FIG.
  • Page 85 • restricted drain (check drain fitting and hose) • defective nozzle and venturi seal • other inner valve defect (rotor seal, rotor & disc, wave washer, etc.) NOTE: If water system pressure is low, an elevated drain hose may cause back pressure, stopping brine draw. Questions?
  • Page 86 Be sure to orient switch as shown, with lever toward the cam. Questions? on the valve, turn off the from electrical power. Switch -,,,,,,,,,_ Wear-Strip Seal _ See Nozzle Assembly Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 _Motor _o_\ ._O _---_o/._ _e----" Motor Plate ,,,,_Cam&Gear ...:... O-Ring Seals_ 0 Ring Wave Washer_ Rotor &...
  • Page 87 (soft) To Valve Outlet (Soft Water) BRINING Venturi Brine from Salt Storage Tank WaterTo Valve Outlet Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 SERVICE CYCLE From Valve Inlet (Hard Water) Top Distributor Resin Tank Position Switch FIG. 54...
  • Page 88 The valve remains positioned in service until the electronic timer initiates the next regeneration. Questions? THE SOFTENER VALVE Bypass Hard Water To Valve Outlet Soft Water To Valve Outlet Call The Kenmore Water BACKWASH CYCLE Plug FAST RINSE CYCLE Drain Line 1-800-426-9345 Position Switch FIG.
  • Page 89 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
  • Page 90 ! Questions? \\\\ _\ 4__ Rating Decal Location __16 Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 ,,_._27...
  • Page 91 Parts Bag (includes parts marked with a • pages 43, 45 & 47). Order manuals separately if needed. • 7282580 Owner's Manual • Not illustrated. O Aligns with top of brinewell. • Included in parts bag. Questions? Call The Kenmore Model No. 625.383060 COMPLETE Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
  • Page 92 INLET - OUTLET GROUNDING CLAMPS Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
  • Page 93 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 43. Questions? Call The Kenmore Model No. 625.383060 Water Line 1-800-426-9345...
  • Page 94 Questions? Call The Kenmore Water Line 1-800-426-9345 Wear-Strip Seal Cross-Section View...
  • Page 95 O-Ring, 13/16" x 1" (4 req.) 7129855 Stem 7170288 O-Ring, 15/16" x 1-3/16" (2 req.) • 7278434 Bypass Valve (Complete) • Questions? Call The Kenmore Part Number Part Description 1202600 Nut- Ferrule 7095030 Cone Screen 1148800 Flow Plug, .3 gpm 7187772 Nozzle &...
  • Page 96 For expert troubleshooting For repair of carry-in items like vacuums, and electronics, call anytime for the location of your nearest Sears Parts & Repair Service 1-800-488-1222 www.sears.com To purchase a protection agreement 1-800-827-6655 (U.S.A.) Para pedir servicio de reparacidn a domicilio, y para ordenar 1-888-SU-HOGAR (1-888-784-6427)

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