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Kenmore SOFTENERS-175-180 - User Manual

Kenmore SOFTENERS-175-180
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Summary

Warranty Information

Sears Residential Water Softener Warranty

Details the one-year warranty on the water softener and ten-year warranty against leaks.

Sears Installation Policy

Outlines Sears' commitment to neat, workmanlike installation practices compliant with local codes.

Sears Installation Warranty

Covers potential faults in workmanship for Sears-arranged installations within one year.

Water Softener Start Up Procedures

Safety Guides for Water Softener Installation

Essential safety rules and operating instructions to follow before first use of the product.

Installation Checklist

A step-by-step guide to ensure all installation steps are correctly followed for proper operation.

Programming the Timer

Instructions on how to set the present time, water hardness, and recharge time for the softener.

Sanitizing the Water Softener

Procedure to sanitize the water softener to prevent bacterial contamination after installation.

Adding Salt to the Storage Tank

Guidance on when and how to add salt, including type of salt and special considerations for KCl.

Water Softener Operational Overview

Faceplate Timer Features and Controls

Explanation of the timer's display, buttons, program memory, and error codes.

Soft Water Service and Regeneration Cycles

Details the service cycle and the five stages of the regeneration process for cleaning the resin bed.

Automatic Bypass and Timer Adjustments

Explains how the softener bypasses during regeneration and how to adjust the recharge time.

Electronic System Components

Overview of the water meter and computer within the softener's electronics system.

Water Softener Maintenance and Care

Salt Management and Salt Bridge Issues

Guidance on refilling the salt tank and troubleshooting salt bridge formation.

Cleaning Internal Components and Resin Bed

Instructions for cleaning the nozzle and venturi, and managing iron in the resin bed.

Preventing Freeze Damage

Steps to completely drain the softener to prevent damage from freezing temperatures.

Problem Resolution Checklist

A checklist to identify and resolve common problems with the water softener to save service costs.

Water Softener Specifications and Dimensions

Unit Dimensions and Bypass Valve Diagrams

Provides physical dimensions and diagrams for single and 3-valve bypass systems.

Performance Specifications and Requirements

Details water supply requirements, salt usage, and maximum capacity for different models.

Pressure Drop vs. Flow Rate Analysis

Illustrates the relationship between water flow rate and pressure drop for UltraSoft models.

Service Technician Information

Initial Troubleshooting and Checks

Essential first steps to diagnose issues before calling for service, covering power and basic settings.

Electronic Diagnostics and Error Codes

Explains error codes generated by the softener's electronics and their potential causes.

Manual Diagnostics and System Checks

Procedures to manually test water meter operation and position switch status.

Timer Module Replacement Procedure

Instructions for replacing the timer Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) and ensuring correct valve orientation.

Regeneration Cycle Verification

Verifies proper operation of valve motor, brine tank fill, brine draw, and regeneration flow rates.

Rotary Valve Maintenance and Repair

Detailed steps for disassembling, servicing, and reassembling the unit's rotary valve.

Water Flow Paths During Operation

Diagrams and explanations of water flow during service, fill, brining, backwash, and rinse cycles.

Water Softener Replacement Parts

Complete Water Softener Unit Parts

Exploded view and part list for the entire water softener unit, including major components.

Brine Valve Assembly Components

Detailed breakdown of parts for the brine valve assembly, with part numbers.

Main Valve Assembly Parts List

Diagram and list of individual parts that make up the main valve assembly.

Bypass Valve and Accessories

Parts list for the bypass installation valve, used for connecting the softener to plumbing.

Summary

Warranty Information

Sears Residential Water Softener Warranty

Details the one-year warranty on the water softener and ten-year warranty against leaks.

Sears Installation Policy

Outlines Sears' commitment to neat, workmanlike installation practices compliant with local codes.

Sears Installation Warranty

Covers potential faults in workmanship for Sears-arranged installations within one year.

Water Softener Start Up Procedures

Safety Guides for Water Softener Installation

Essential safety rules and operating instructions to follow before first use of the product.

Installation Checklist

A step-by-step guide to ensure all installation steps are correctly followed for proper operation.

Programming the Timer

Instructions on how to set the present time, water hardness, and recharge time for the softener.

Sanitizing the Water Softener

Procedure to sanitize the water softener to prevent bacterial contamination after installation.

Adding Salt to the Storage Tank

Guidance on when and how to add salt, including type of salt and special considerations for KCl.

Water Softener Operational Overview

Faceplate Timer Features and Controls

Explanation of the timer's display, buttons, program memory, and error codes.

Soft Water Service and Regeneration Cycles

Details the service cycle and the five stages of the regeneration process for cleaning the resin bed.

Automatic Bypass and Timer Adjustments

Explains how the softener bypasses during regeneration and how to adjust the recharge time.

Electronic System Components

Overview of the water meter and computer within the softener's electronics system.

Water Softener Maintenance and Care

Salt Management and Salt Bridge Issues

Guidance on refilling the salt tank and troubleshooting salt bridge formation.

Cleaning Internal Components and Resin Bed

Instructions for cleaning the nozzle and venturi, and managing iron in the resin bed.

Preventing Freeze Damage

Steps to completely drain the softener to prevent damage from freezing temperatures.

Problem Resolution Checklist

A checklist to identify and resolve common problems with the water softener to save service costs.

Water Softener Specifications and Dimensions

Unit Dimensions and Bypass Valve Diagrams

Provides physical dimensions and diagrams for single and 3-valve bypass systems.

Performance Specifications and Requirements

Details water supply requirements, salt usage, and maximum capacity for different models.

Pressure Drop vs. Flow Rate Analysis

Illustrates the relationship between water flow rate and pressure drop for UltraSoft models.

Service Technician Information

Initial Troubleshooting and Checks

Essential first steps to diagnose issues before calling for service, covering power and basic settings.

Electronic Diagnostics and Error Codes

Explains error codes generated by the softener's electronics and their potential causes.

Manual Diagnostics and System Checks

Procedures to manually test water meter operation and position switch status.

Timer Module Replacement Procedure

Instructions for replacing the timer Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA) and ensuring correct valve orientation.

Regeneration Cycle Verification

Verifies proper operation of valve motor, brine tank fill, brine draw, and regeneration flow rates.

Rotary Valve Maintenance and Repair

Detailed steps for disassembling, servicing, and reassembling the unit's rotary valve.

Water Flow Paths During Operation

Diagrams and explanations of water flow during service, fill, brining, backwash, and rinse cycles.

Water Softener Replacement Parts

Complete Water Softener Unit Parts

Exploded view and part list for the entire water softener unit, including major components.

Brine Valve Assembly Components

Detailed breakdown of parts for the brine valve assembly, with part numbers.

Main Valve Assembly Parts List

Diagram and list of individual parts that make up the main valve assembly.

Bypass Valve and Accessories

Parts list for the bypass installation valve, used for connecting the softener to plumbing.

Kenmore SOFTENERS-175-180 Specifications

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BrandKenmore
ModelSOFTENERS-175-180
CategoryWater Dispenser
LanguageEnglish

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