Kenmore 625.384650 User manual

OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
625.384650
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules,
Installation and
Operating
Instructions
Before First Use
of This Product.
If you have questions
when installing and using
your drinking water filter
system, call this toll-free
number...
1-800 -426 -9345
www.KenmoreWater.com
SAVE THIS MANUAL
DELUXE DUAL-STAGE
DRINKING WATER SYSTEM
• Safety Guides
• Installation
• Operation
• Cartridge Replacement
• Repair Parts
System tested and certified by NSF International to
ANSl/NSF Standard 42 and 53 for the reduction of
the claims specified on the performance data sheet.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 USA

SAFETY GUIDES /SPECIFICATIONS
• Read all steps and guides carefully before instal-
ling and using your undersink drinking water filter
system. Follow all steps exactly to correctly install.
Reading this manual will also help you to get all the
benefits from the undersink drinking water filter
system.
•Use the filter on a potable, safe-to- drink home
COLD water supply only. The filter cartridge will
not purify water, or make it safe to drink. DO NOT
use on HOT water (100°F, max.). Do not use with
water that is microbiologically unsafe or of un-
known quality without adequate disinfection be-
fore or after the system. This system is certified for
cyst reduction and may be used on disinfected wa-
ters that may contain filterable cysts.
•Check with your local public works department
for plumbing and sanitation codes. You must fol-
low their guides as you install the system. Follow
your local codes if they differ with guides in this
manual. In Massachusetts, plumbing codes of
Massachusetts shall be adhered to. Consult with
your licensed plumber.
• The undersink drinking water filter system
works on water pressures of 30 psi (minimum) to 100
psi (maximum). If your house water pressure is over
the maximum, install a pressure reducing valve in
the water supply pipe to the filter system.
• Read the other limits (pH, hardness, etc.) in the
specifications and be sure your water supply con-
forms.
• Protect the undersink drinking water filter sys-
tem and piping from freezing. Water freezing in the
housing will break it.
Min. - Max. Supply Water Pressure
Min. - Max. Supply Water Temperature
Inlet - Outlet
Rated Service Flow
30 -100 psi
40 - 100 "F
3/8" fittings and
tubing included
0.6 gpm at 60 psi
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WARRANTY
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON UNDERSINK DRINKING WATER FILTER SYSTEM
For one year from the date of purchase, Sears will replace this Undersink Drinking Water Filter System (except
filter cartridges, which are purchased separately), free of charge, if defective in material or workmanship.
WARRANTY IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING THE UNDERSlNK DRINKING WATER FILTER
SYSTEM TO THE NEAREST SEARS STORE THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., DEPT. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Parts of the System /Typical Installation Drawing /Tools and
Materials Needed ................................................ 4
Drinking Water Filter System Installation ........................... 5 - 7
Installing Supply Fitting ..................................... 5
Installing Faucet ............................................ 5 - 6
Making Tubing Connections .................................. 7
Using the Filtered Water System ................................... 8
Filter Cartridge Life /Replacement ................................. 8 - 9
Repair Parts ................................................... 10 - 11
Locate the water filter housing on the cold water supply pipe, under the kitchen or bathroom sink, to filter the
cold drinking water. Refer to the following drawing.
FILTERING WATER TO ONE FAUCET
kitchen sink
filtered water faucet
COLD
FILTER I FILTER II
DRINKING WATER
FILTER SYSTEM

PARTS OF THE SYSTEM MATERIALS AND TOOLS NEEDED
filter system assembly including mounting brack-
et and screws
water supply fitting
filtered water faucet for sink or countertop mount-
ing
3/8" tubing to make all needed connections
• plumbers putty
• Phillips screwdrivers
• pliers and adjustable jaw wrench
• tubing cutter
• pipe joint compound or Teflon tape
• electric drill and 1" drill bit if mounting hole is
needed for the faucet, see page 6
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the sink, consult a
qualified plumber or installer for drilling procedures
in porcelain or stainless steel.
FIG. 1
TYPICAL UNDERSINK INSTALLATION
filtered water
faucet
HOT/_ COLD
shutoff valve
Note: To change the fil-
ter cartridge, you must
turn offthe water and re-
lease pressure by open-
ing the faucet. A nearby
shutoff valve is conve-
nient. Most sinks al-
ready have shutoff
valves on the supply
pipes.
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supply fitting
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WATER
- - _ OUT
Monitor
Cable
WATER
" _ IN
tubing
/
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Filter IFilter II
Note: Be sure to allow a minimum space of 1- 1/2" under
the system for removing the sumps, to change the
cartridges.
15-1/2"
rain.
up from
floor

INSTALLATION STEPS
STEP 1 - COLD WATER SUPPLY FITTING
Check and comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, then install a cold feed (supply) water fitting. The
fitting must provide a leak- tight connection to the water filter 3/8" tubing. A typical connection using the in-
cluded water supply fitting is shown in FIG.2 - A. An optional connection using standard plumbing fittings
(not included), is shown in B.
A. WATER SUPPLY FITTING
1. Close the house main water shutoff valve and
open faucets to drain water from the sink cold water
pipe.
2. Remove nut that connects the cold water faucet to
cold water plumbing.
3. Use pipe joint compound or Teflon tape on cold water
faucet stud threads and on the male threads of the water
supply fitting that connect to the cold water pipe.
4. Thread water supply fitting onto pipe and reconnect
nut to bottom of fitting.
B. OPTIONAL PIPE FITTINGS
(compression type shown)
Note: Be sure to turn off the water supply and open
a low faucet to drain the pipe.
Complying with plumbing codes, install a fitting on
the cold water pipe to adapt 3 /8" OD tubing. A typi-
cal connection is shown in figure 2B. If threaded fit-
tings are used, be sure to use pipe joint compound or
Teflon tape on outside threads.
FIG. 2
A, WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION
(using included water supply fitting)
cold water t
faucet stud water supply fitting
3/8" tubing to
Water Filter inlet
/
co,d
_ia;eer I I
:
cold water
shutoff
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B. WATER SUPPLY TYPICAL CONNECTION
(using compression fitting)
-parts not included -
3/8" compression
fitting insert
ferrule
cold
water
pipe
3/8" tubing to
Water Filter inlet

INSTALLATION STEPS
STEP 2 -MAKE HOLE FOR FILTERED
WATER FAUCET
Select one of the following places to install the faucet.
Be sure there's room underneath so you can make
the needed connections.
-- In an existing sink spray attachment hole.
-- Drill a hole in the sink top.
- - Drill a hole in the countertop next to the sink.
1. If drilling is needed make a 1" to 1-1/4" diameter
hole for the faucet.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the sink, consult a
qualified plumber or installer for drilling procedures
in porcelain or stainless steel. Special drill bits are
made for this.
2. Place plumbers putty around the drilled hole to
prevent water leaks around the faucet.
FIG. 3.... .... 1" to 1- 1/4"
diameter hole
through sink or
, countertop
p,umber
putty
STEP 3 - ASSEMBLE AND
INSTALL FAUCET
1. Faucet, FIG. 4:
1. Remove the large nut from the faucet threads.
2. Slide the faucet stud and telephone style wire
through the sink or countertop hole.
3. On the underside of the sink or countertop, screw
the nut on the faucet threads with the wire running
through the slot in the washer. Tighten the nut so
the faucet cannot move, but do not overtighten.
4. Connect tubing to push to connect fitting on bot-
tom of faucet stud per instructions on page 7.
5. Connect the telephone style wire to the recepticle
on PWA board in the manifold and route the wiring
through slots in top cover and manifold assembly.
FIG. 4
ASSEMBLED IN
MOUNTING HOLE
....
plumbers
hole in sink or
countertop
faucet & spout
gasket
/
slotted
washer
_'_----- nut
TUBING FROM DRINKING <_:71/
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WATER SYSTEM

INSTALLATION STEPS
STEP 4 -MAKE TUBING CONNECTIONS
1. Allowing some slack, measure and cut a length of
3/8" tubing to connect between the supply fitting
and the filter system inlet, FIG. 1. Cut the ends of the
tubing square.
2. Insert tubing all the way into the supply fitting and
inlet fitting. Pull on the tubing to be sure that it's
held firmly in the fitting.
3. Repeat steps I and 2 to connect tubing between the
filter system outlet and the adaptor on the bottom of
the faucet stud, FIG. 1.
TUBING CONNECTION
(all push- in fitting locations)
This system includes push- in fittings for quick tub-
ing connection at most locations. If working with the
fittings do the following.
Connection, FIG. 5 - A:
1. Use a sharp cutter or knife to cut the end of tubing
square.
2. Inspect the end (about 1") of the tubing to be sure
there are no nicks, scratches or other rough spots. If
needed cut the tubing again.
3. Push tubing through the collet and all the way into
fitting. Full engagement is 11/16" for 1/4" tubing,
and 3/4" for 3/8" tubing.
If tubing other than supplied with the system is
used, be sure it is of high quality, exact size and
roundness with a smooth surface.
To Disconnect Tubing, FIG. 5 - B: Push the collet in-
ward and hold with a finger while pulling the tubing
out.
FIG. 5 -A
Tubing correctly cut and connected
cut tubing s_uare
t:
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end of tubing round and
smooth, with no cuts,
nicks or flat spots engagement -4_
_E- 3/4" (3/8" tubing) l
FIG. 5 -B
cotlet (depress to
remove tubing)
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ICAUTION I
IDO NOT USE VINEGAR, OR OTHER ACID I
IBASED CLEANERS ON THIS SYSTEM. THEY I
I WILL DEGRADE SOME SYSTEM PARTS. AL- I
IWAYS USE SOAP AND WATER. I
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STEP 5 - FILTER CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION
Turn to page 9 and follow all steps under "Filter Cartridge Replacement".
A taste and odor cartridge contains activated carbon, a black powder. After the new cartridge is installed, open
the filtered water faucet and allow fine, harmless carbon particles to purge from the cartridge. Close the faucet
when you no longer see the "fines" in the filtered water, or approximately 2- 3 minutes.

USING THE SYSTEM
The sink or countertop faucet has a hand operated
knob to access drinking water. Turning the knob to
the left opens the faucet, turning to the fight shuts off
the faucet. Z filtered water
faucet
FAUCET ELECTRONICS
The Undersink Drinking Water Filter will monitor
the total water flow of the unit and also length of time
the filters have been installed. The faucet base has an
indicator light that flashes to inform you of the status
of the filters.
Green -Filters are good. Amber -Warning, filters
need repladng shortly. Filters need replacing, when
water has been drawn, after 168 days (or 960 gallons
have been used) since battery change. Red - Filters
must be replaced. Will flash after 14 additional days
(or 80 additional gallons).
When the two "AA" batteries are first applied at ini-
tial start up, the LED indicator light will flash in a am-
ber, green, red sequence. All timers and counters are
reset to zero.
In order to reset the monitor time and gallon count
feature, the batteries should be removed for a mini-
mum of five seconds and then reinserted.
only"AA" alkalinebatteries. Improper placement of
batteries could damage electronics. Use care when
inserting batteries to align them correctly in man-
ifold with the proper polarity.
If the faucet LED indicator light does not function af-
ter a battery change, and the batteries are known to
be good and installed properly, there may be a resid-
ual charge on the static protection device. To dissi-
pate this charge, remove the batteries for one hour.
Batteries need to be replaced once a year at the time
of filter replacement. Do not mix battery types, use
FILTER CARTRIDGE /USEFUL LIFE /REPLACEMENT
FILTER CARTRIDGE LIFE
Several variables determine how long a cartridge
will last. These include:
1. how much water you use
2. how much sediment, taste and/or odor, or other
unwanted substance, is in the water
Use the following information as a guide. However,
no matter which type of cartridge you are using, you
will know it is time to replace it when you first no-
tice the return of the unwanted substance in your
water.
Kenmore system model 625.384650 with replace-
ment elements 42-38466 has been tested and certi-
fied by NSF International for the reduction of chlo-
rine, lead, asbestos, cysts, VOC's and MTBE. The
rated capacity for this system is 1040 gallons.
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FILTER CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: Never remove sumps with water pres-
sure in the filter system.
1. Close the water supply shut-off valve (FIG. 1,
page 4) to the filter. Open the filtered water faucet
to relieve pressure in the system.
2. Turn the sump off of the filter head, to the left or
clockwise 1/4 turn. Be careful, the sump is full of wa-
ter. Do not lose the large o-ring seal.
FIG. 6
ca_ridge
S
o-ring
seal
TURN
SUMP
CLOCKWISE
TO REMOVE
Filter I
head
TURN
SUMP
COUNTER-
CLOCKWISE
TO TIGHTEN
Filter II
3. Be sure the inside of the sump is clean. Use hot,
soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
4. Remove the wrapper from the new filter cartridge
and insert the filter cartridge in the sump. Be sure the
two o-rings are towards the filter head.
Note: If you are installing two different types of filter
cartridges, be sure to install in filters I and II as the
guideline on page 3 shows.
5. Lightly lubricate the o- ring seal in the sump with
silicone grease or Vaseline. Be sure it is fully seated
in its groove.
6. Hold the sump up to the filter head aligning the
protrusion on the cartridge with the center hole in the
bottom of the head.
Note: If the sump will not tighten up to the head you
may have the cartridge in upside down. Take the car-
tridge out and check for correct orientation.
7. Turn (counterclockwise) the sump onto the filter
head 1/4 turn.
8. Repeat steps 2 through 7 at the other filter.
9. Open the filtered water faucet. Then, slowly open
the water supply valve and allow the filter housing
to fill.
10. Close the filtered water faucet. Check for leaks be-
tween the sump and the head.
11. Remove and replace batteries to reset counter and
timer.
Note: If leaking, turn off the water supply and open
the filtered water faucet to depressurize the filter.
Then disassemble the filter and check the o-ring for
cuts, flat spots, etc., and sealing surfaces for foreign
material. Clean the o-ring and lubricate with silicone
grease or Vaseline. Carefully press the o- ring into the
groove in the sump.
12. Taste and Odor Cartridges: A taste and odor car-
tridge contains activated carbon, a black powder.
When new, open the filtered water faucet and allow
fine, harmless carbon particles to purge from the car-
tridge. Close the faucet when you no longer see the
"fines" in the filtered water, or approximately 2-3
minutes.
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REPAIR PARTS
Kenmore Deluxe Dual-Stage Drinking Water System, Model No. 625.384650
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2
1
5
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REPAIR PARTS LIST
KEY PART DESCRIPTION
NO. NUMBER
1 7221128 Sump (2 req.)
2 7223633 O-Ring (2 req.)
3 42-38466 Filter, Carbon Block (2 Pack)
4 9006062 Screw (2 req.)
5 9041700 Hanger Washer (2 req.)
6 7234210 Paddlewheel & O-Ring Kit
7 7234228 Paddlewheet Cover & Screw Kit
8 7234252 Rep'l Pwa (includes screw)
9 7234286 Cover, Manifold
10 7226495 Faucet
11 7228536 Feed Supply Fitting
_1, 7157280 Tubing, 3/8" x 20' - white
41, 7227467 Owners Manual
_1,not illustrated
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OWNERS
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
625.384650
The model number of
your drinking water filter
system is found on the
rating decal, located on
the back of the post filter.
When requesting service
or ordering parts, always
provide the following in-
formation:
4, Product Type
4, Model Number
4, Part Number
4, Part Description
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UNDERSINK DRINKING
WATER FILTER
SYSTEM
For the repair or replacement parts you need
Call 7 am - 7 pm, 7 days a week
1-800 -366 -PART
(1 - 800 - 366 - 7278)
For in-home major brand repair service
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800 -4-REPAIR
(1 - 800 - 473 -7247)
For the location of a
Sears Repair Service Center in your area
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-488-1222 ======
For information on purchasing a Sears
Maintenance Agreement, or to inquire
about an existing Agreement
Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday
1-800 -827 -6655
SEARS
SEARS
I; t: ;'.v/;l.J-t;i_,__l
America's Repair Specialists
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
7227467 (Rev. C05/11/01)