Kenmore 625384610 Owner’s Manual
OWNER'S MANUAL
Two-Stage
Drinking Water System
MODEL NO. 625.384610
Caution:
Read and follow all safety rules and operating
instructions before first use of this product.
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
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• Warranty
• installation
• How It Works
• Care Of
• Specifications
• Repair Parts
System tested and certified by NSF International
against NSF/ANSI Standard 42.
See performance data sheet for details.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
PRINTED IN U.S.A. www.KenmoreWater.com Part No. 7293858 (Rev. N 4/16/13)
I(ENMORE ONE YEAR FULL WARRANTY
When installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions, if this product fails due to
a defect in material or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
to arrange for free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible).
This warranty does not cover the filter cartridges, which are expendable items that can wear out from
normal usewithin the warranty period.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States or Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
4-5/8"
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Unpack and Check Shipment ...................................................................... 4
Plan Your Installation ............................................................................. 5
Step I-Install Supply Water Fitting .................................................................. 6
Step 2-Install Filtered Water Faucet ................................................................. 7
Step 3-Connect Tubes ............................................................................. 8
Maintenance ................................................................................. 9-11
Specifications .................................................................................. 12
Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 12
Exploded View & Parts List ..................................................................... 14-15
• Read all steps and guides carefully before installing
and using your Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter.
Follow all steps exactly to correctly install. Reading
this manual will also help you to get all the benefits
from the Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter.
• Do not attempt to use this product to make safe drink-
ing water from non-potable water sources. Do not use
the system on microbiologically unsafe water, or water
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection
before or after the system.
• Check with your local public works department for
plumbing and sanitation codes. You must follow 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 a licensed plumber.
• The Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter 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 Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter.
• Do not install the Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter out-
side, or in extreme hot or cold temperatures.
Temperature of the water supply to the Two-Stage
Drinking Water Filter must be between 40°F and
100°F. Do not install on hot water.
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INSPECT SHIPMENT
Your Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter is shipped complete
in one carton. Remove all items from your shipping car-
ton.
Check all items against the packing list below. Note any
items lost or damaged in shipment. Note any damage to
the shipping carton. Refer to the exploded view and
parts list in the back of the manual for the part names
and numbers of missing or damaged items. If problems
exist, refer to the website or the toll free number listed
throughout this manual.
Keep the small parts in the parts bag until you are ready
to install them.
NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require instal-
lation by a licensed plumber.
If you live in the state of Massachusetts, review plumbing
code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
before proceeding with the installation.
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Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter
3/8" O.D. Tubing
Bag Assembly
Mounting Screws Faucet
Tee, Feed Adaptor
©
Coin Battery
Sump Wrench
Electronics Base
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PLAN YOUR INSTALLATION
It is recommended to read through the entire manual
before beginning your installation. Follow all steps
exactly. Reading this manual will also help you get all
the benefits from your system.
TYPICAL UNDER SINK LOCATION
The Advanced Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter housing is
normally located under the kitchen and/or bathroom sink,
to filter the cold drinking water. See Figure 2.
CHECK SPACE REQUIREMENTS
Check size and position of items for proper installation
into location chosen.
Tools Needed
Phillips Screwdriver
Adjustable Wrench
TOOLS NEEDED
Review the tools needed list. See Figure 1. Gather need-
ed tools before proceeding with the installation. Read
and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
IMPORTANT: A 1-1/4" alia. hole is needed to mount the
filtered water faucet. To avoid damaging the sink, con-
sult a qualified plumber or installer for drilling proce-
dures in porcelain or stainless steel.
Typical Under Sink Installation
r_ h
ISINK ::
Drill & 1-1/4" bit, if required
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Large Adjustable Jaw Pliers or Pipe Wrench
Figure 1
filtered water
__faucet
mounting
screws (2)
cold water
supply fitting tubing
WATER WATER
IN OUT
cold water
NOTE: To change the filter cartridge, turn
off the water and release pressure by
opening the faucet. A nearby shutoff is
convenient. Most sinks already have
shutoff valves on the supply pipes.
NOTE: Allow a minimum space of 1-1/2" under the
Filter I Filter II
system for removing the sumps (to change cartridges).
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Figure 2
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CHOOSETYPEOFWATERSUPPLYFITTINGTOINSTALL
Locate the cold water line in the sink cabinet. Check and
comply with local plumbing codes as you plan, and then
install a water supply fitting on the sink's cold water line.
The fitting must provide a leak-tight connection to the
Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter's 3/8" O.D. inlet tubing.
A typical connection using the included water supply fit-
ting is shown in Fig. 3. An alternative connection using
standard plumbing fittings (not included) is shown in Fig. 4.
NOTE: Local code may dictate which type of water fit-
ting is used. Consult a plumber if you are not familiar
with local codes or plumbing procedures.
NOTE: Codes in the state of Massachusetts require
installation by a licensed plumber.
If you live in the state of Massachusetts, review plumb-
ing code 248-CMR of the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts before proceeding with the installation.
A. WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION B. WATER SUPPLY TYPICAL CONNECTION
USING INCLUDED FITTING USING COMPRESSION TYPE FITTING
1. Close the house main water shutoff valve and open
faucets to drain water from the sink's cold water pipe.
2. Remove the nut that connects the cold water faucet to
cold water plumbing.
3. Thread the included water supply fitting onto the pipe
and reconnect nut to bottom of fitting.
cold water included water
faucet stud _ supply fitting
3/8" O.D. yellow
tubing to Water
Filter inlet
threads with
wrap outside
Teflon tape
(PARTS NOT INCLUDED)
NOTE: Before starting, be sure to turn off 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 to 3/8" O.D. tubing. A typical
connection is shown in Figure 4. If threaded fittings are
used, be sure to use pipe joint compound or Teflon tape
on outside threads.
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cold water _
OR
pipe
_>_ / insert
coldwater
shutoff valve
3/8" compression
fitting
/
_ / ferrule
cold water
pipe
cold water
shutoff valve
Figure 3 Figure 4
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_; 3/8. y_llo_w_"__-
tubing to
Water Filter inlet
MAKEHOLEFORFAUCET
IMPORTANT: A I-I/4" dia. hole is needed to mount the fil-
tered water faucet. To avoid damaging the sink,
consult a qualified plumber or installer for drilling
procedures in porcelain or stainless steel.
1. Select one of the following options to install the faucet.
Make sure there is room underneath to make the needed
connections.
• Use an existing sink top hole for spray hose or soap dis-
penser (must be 1-1/4" in diameter).
• Drill a new hole in the sink top.
• Drill a hole in the countertop next to the sink.
2. Check to make sure the filtered water faucet base will sit
flat against the mounting surface.
3. If drilling is needed, make a 1-1/4" dia. (minimum) hole for
the faucet in the mounting surface.
faucet base
___ 1-1/4" dia. hole
rubber gasket ............ L__ through sink or
toggle bolts _ countertop
Figure 5
faucet
INSTALL FAUCET BASE
1. Locate the faucet base (See Fig. 5) and feed the toggle bolts
down through the hole until the faucet base is square against
the mounting surface (sink or countertop). The rubber gasket
should be between the faucet base and mounting surface.
2. Tighten the toggle bolts until the faucet base is firmly
mounted to the surface. Do not overtighten.
CONNECT TUBE TO FAUCET
1. Mount the Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter assembly under
the sink. Allow a minimum of 1-1/2" under the sumps for
changing cartridges (See Fig. 2 on Page 5).
2. Locate the 3/8" O.D. tubing. Refer to the "Connect Tubes"
section on Page 8 and insert one end of the tube all the way
into the 3/8" quick connect fitting on the water OUT side of
the filter assembly. See Figure 6.
3. Feed the other end of the tubing up through the mounting
hole and faucet base. See Figure 6.
4. Refer to the "Cut Tubes to Length" section on Page 8 and
cut the tube square and to length as needed, leaving about
6 inches above the faucet base.
5. Locate the faucet. Refer to the "Connect Tubes" section on
Page 8 and insert the tube all the way into the 3/8" quick
connect fitting on the faucet bottom.
6. Pull on the tube at each end to be sure it is held firmly in
both of the quick connect fittings.
faucet base _ Xj_
___ ,_ tubing
water
OUT
filter
assembly
Figure 6
faucet
INSTALL FAUCET ON BASE
1. Lower the faucet onto the base. See Figure 7.
2. Give the faucet a 1/4 turn clockwise to attach the faucet to
the base.
3. Install battery in faucet base (See "Change Battery" section
on Page 9) then continue installation with Step 3 on Page 8.
faucet base
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1/4 turn to
connect faucet
to base
Figure 7
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CONNECT TUBE TO WATER SUPPLY FITTING
1. Locate the remaining piece of 3/8" O.D. tubing. Refer to
the "Connect Tubes" section, below, and insert one end of
the tube all the way into the 3/8" quick connect fitting on
the water IN side of the filter assembly. See Figure 8.
2. Run the other end to the water supply fitting on the cold
water pipe. See Figure 8. Refer to the "Cut Tubes to
Length" section, below, and cut the tube square and to
length as needed.
3. Refer to the "Connect Tubes" section, below, and insert the
tube all the way into the 3/8" quick connect fitting on
included water supply fitting (installed in Step 1).
4. Pull on the tube at each end to be sure it is held firmly in
both of the quick connect fittings.
HOW TO CUT AND CONNECT THE TUBES
Your Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter includes push-in fit-
tings for quick tubing connection. Review the following
instructions before connecting the tubes.
Cut tubes to length
1. Use a sharp cutter or knife to cut the end of tubing.
Always cut the tubing square. See Figure 10.
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.
Connect tubes
NOTE: Remove protective foam plugs before connecting
tubes (See Fig. 9). Discard foam plugs.
1. Push tubing through collet, until it engages the o-ring. See
Figure 11A. Continue pushing until the tube bottoms out
against the back of the fitting. See Figure 11B. A common
mistake is to stop pushing when the tube engages the o-
ring. This will lead to future leaks. When a 3/8" tube is
fully engaged, 3/4" of the tube has entered the fitting.
See Figures 11A & 11B.
2. If using tubing other than tubing supplied with the system,
be sure it is of high quality, exact size and roundness with
a smooth surface.
SINI<II
, ii
cold water
supply fitting
&
cold water
shutoff
Push In Fitting
Foam Plug
Remove and Discard Foam Plug
Push In Fitting.N._
Tube
Cut tubing square with end of tubing round,
smooth, with no cuts, nicks or flat spots.
Tube Correctly Cut
Tube Partially Engaged With Fitting
Collet,,_ .O-Ring
filtration
assembly
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 10
Figure 11A
To disconnect tubes
1. Push the collet inward with a finger tip. See Figure 12.
2. Continue holding collet inward while pulling the tubing
out.
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O-Ring Seal_
Tube Fully Engaged With Fitting
Collet (Depress to
Remove Tubing)
Co,et
Tubing
Collet and O-Ring
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Figure 13 Disconnect Tubing Figure 12
Figure 11B
FAUCET ELECTRONICS
Inside the faucet base is a battery operated 6 month
timer. See Figure 14.
An amber LED indicator is also located in the front of the
faucet base. This LED will flash continuously after 6
months has passed. This indicates that it is time to
replace the battery and filter cartridges.
CHANGE BATTERY
To change (or install) the battery, complete the following
steps.
1. Loosen the screw on the right side of the faucet base
See Figure 14.
2. Press the battery housing upwards from the front
faucet base until it releases from the faucet base. See
Figure 14.
3. Replace (or install) the battery (Maxell CR 2032 or
equivalent). Place battery into the holder with the pos-
itive (+) side facing the back of the holder.
4. When the battery is first replaced it will flash six times
and turn off. This indicates the battery is fully
charged. After the six flashes, the timer enters the 6
month time cycle.
NOTE: If the LED repeatedly flashes just two times, it is
not a fully charged battery and will need to be replaced.
5. Re-install the timer housing and firmly tighten the
mounting screw. See Figure 14.
battery
housing
batter%
negative (-) ____L_
side facing / _1
the front___ screw
faucet _ L_ _'
base __
Figure 14
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FILTER CARTRIDGE LIFE
OPTIONAL CARTRIDGES
It is recommended to replace the battery and filter car-
tridges every 6 months of use. There are several vari-
ables that determine how long a cartridge will last. These
include:
1. How much water you use, and
2. How much sediment, taste and/or odor, or other
unwanted substances, are 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 notice the
return of unwanted substances in your water.
Kenmore Two-Stage Drinking Water Filter model
625.384610 with replacement cartridges 42-38480
(Sediment, 5 Micron) _ and 42-34373 (Taste & Odor,
Premium) has been tested and certified by NSF
International for the reduction of chlorine taste and odor.
The rated capacity for this system is 4,500 gallons
(17,034 liters) at a rated service flow of 0.6 gpm (gallons
per minute).
Other filter cartridges are available from Sears to reduce
sediments, tastes and odors, and chemical contaminants.
Following is a list of filter cartridges available:
Sediment Filter Cartridge, 25 MicronS: Sediment car-
tridges reduce sand, silt, clay, dirt and other sediments
from water. Sears Item No. 42-38478 filters the larger
sediments from water, and allows higher flows at less
pressure drop.
Taste and Odor Cartridges: Many bad tastes and/or
odors are reduced from water by an activated carbon
cartridge. It is most often used to reduce chlorine taste
and smell, usually to a single faucet such as the kitchen
cold.
NOTE: Small amounts of hydrogen sulfide (noticeable as
"rotten egg" odor) may be reduced by taste and odor
filters for a short time, quickly exhausting the carbon
media. Consult your Sears store for proper continuous
treatment.
Sears Item No. 42-34370_: For reduction of chlorine
taste and odor.
Sears Item No. 42-34365_: For 99% chlorine reduction,
plus reduction of chemical contaminants.
Sears Item No.42-34377_: For reduction of lead, cysts,
and chlorine taste and odor.
These cartridges have not been performance tested
and certified by NSF International.
_ These cartridges have been performance tested and
certified by NSF International in Model 625.384600.
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