Many Canadian homeowners find themselves in search of Kenmore parts for their water softeners.
Why? Because chances are you bought your Kenmore softener from Sears, which closed its doors back in 2018.
Here are a few Kenmore parts you might be looking for, and what they do.
If you need repairs on your Kenmore water softener, contact WaterSmart for expert help!
Kenmore Parts for Water Softeners: Kitchener-Waterloo
1. Kenmore switches
The rotor position switch tells the water softener timer what position the rotor is in.
As a result, the timer knows when to start the motor that turns the valve rotor through the water-softening cycles.
If the switch breaks, the motor runs constantly, which will lead to a breakdown.
You must replace a broken rotor position switch with the manufacturer-approved water softener part.
Watch the following video to learn how:
How to replace a broken rotor position switch.
2. Bypass valves
Bypass valves allow you to turn off the water to the softener for maintenance while still having water throughout your house pipes.
For example, you could be:
Watering your lawn or garden
Washing your car
Filling up a pool or pond
None of the tasks above require soft water, hence why you might want to use the bypass valve.
There are three main types of bypass valves for water softeners. Most residential units will have either a valve that you push in or turn to put your water softener in bypass. Commercial softeners, on the other hand, often have a three-valve bypass operation.
To find out what type of bypass valve your water softener has, take a look at the back or top of your unit. Your bypass valve should be located close to where your water pipes are connected to your softener.
A turn-to-bypass unit will have one or two handles/knobs that you can turn
A push-to-bypass unit will have a button that you can push in
A lever-style bypass has a lever that you can move from side to side
If you have a commercial unit, you may see three separate valves connected to the pipes that are attached to your softener.
If you are still not sure what type of bypass valve you have or where it is located, consult your Kenmore parts manual or check with us.
Bypass valves are critical Kenmore Parts for Water Softeners.
3. Water softener clips
Clips are used to attach the float assembly in the brine tank and the control valve to the bypass.
You must release all water pressure from the system to prevent clips from breaking, then squeeze the connection until the clip feels loose before removing it.
1" clips are particularly difficult to install. To make things easier, push the clip in and work on one side. This eliminates play and locks the clip in place.
Kenmore parts: Water softener clip
Kenmore Parts: Additional Resources
We've put together a Kenmore Water Softener Ultimate Guide to help you troubleshoot any problems you might be having with your softener.
If you would like to attempt some minor repairs or servicing for yourself, here are links to online Kenmore Water Softener Owner’s manuals:
Since Sears has closed and you can no longer take your product directly into a store for maintenance or repair, we can help. We have an online store stocked with the Kenmore parts you need for your softener.
Check our online store for available Kenmore parts.
KENMORE Parts and Professional WATER SOFTENER SERVICE
Unfortunately, your Kenmore water softener can no longer be serviced or returned in stores as Sears has closed indefinitely. However, don't worry! You can still contact a local professional who is capable of working with Kenmore water softeners.
If you live in the Kitchener-Waterloo region, contact WaterSmart.
We’ve been servicing Kenmore water softeners for more than 25 years and we service all Kenmore water softener models.
If you are having a problem with your softener, contact us and we can take a look at it and do any necessary repairs at a reasonable rate.
“They were able to help me troubleshoot my water softener issues and discuss options over the phone. Got an appointment quickly, their technician was on time, and they were very quick to perform the replacement. Very happy with the service!”
