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posted on August 31, 2009 at 04:04PM Inappropriate?

Does the Kenmore water softeners filter out calcium in the water?

replies: 15 latest post: February 24, 2010 at 02:28PM by newt651
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posted on August 31, 2009 at 04:12PM
 

They absolutely do -- calcium is one of the core components of "hard water".

You can read more about it on the Kenmore Water site:  http://www.kenmorewater.com/website/problems/working-water/hard-water/hard-water-solutions-frame.html

 

posted on September 09, 2009 at 02:08PM
 

Does Kenmore softners filter out maganese and iron, I have very hard water 28 gpm.

Manganese 0.3mg/l

Iron 2.5mg/l  

Would a Kenmore 370 take care of my hard wellwater?

 

posted on November 04, 2009 at 07:41PM
 

Can I use potasium chloride in the water softener?

posted on November 04, 2009 at 08:53PM
 
In response to conejito's post from November 04 2009 07:41PM

The manual for Kenmore water softeners suggests using potassium chloride for people on low sodium diets, yes.

posted on November 04, 2009 at 10:08PM
 

you need an iron filter to remove the iron the water softner will not remove the iron

posted on November 04, 2009 at 10:32PM
 
In response to justmehere's post from November 04 2009 10:08PM

Kenmore softeners are rated for up to about 10 ppm of clearwater Iron. An iron filter uses a clay instead of resin beads to remove greater iron levels but operate the same way. The $250 Maintenance agreement is probably a good investment if you are unfamiliar with a softener's operation.

posted on November 05, 2009 at 08:04AM
 

On average how much salt should a unit use a month

posted on November 05, 2009 at 09:42AM
 
In response to MKW's post from November 05 2009 08:04AM

Between 1 and 2 bags depending on model and hardness. Here's a comparison guide for Kenmore water softeners:

http://www.kenmorewater.com/website/productlist/home-water-softeners/water-softener-comparison-reviews-review-softner.html

posted on November 05, 2009 at 06:14PM
 
In response to madgolfer's post from November 04 2009 08:53PM

Thank you Madgolfer- that's all I need it - will purchase the softener this weekend.

posted on January 03, 2010 at 09:26AM
 

Do you need to regen every day or does the softner regen as required.

How much water go to drain in the regen process. 

posted on January 03, 2010 at 11:13AM
 
In response to yellowdemon71's post from January 03 2010 09:26AM

New, the softener will regen every night for a few days, after that, it will regenerate every couple days, maybe only once/wk depending on settings and usage. The Kenmore softeners are factory set to regenerate between 2 and 4 AM, but that is adjustable by the owner. Around 15-20 gallons of water will backwash out the drain during that time. I AM NOT AN EXPERT< imho.

posted on January 06, 2010 at 12:18PM
 

Having a problem, the water seem to continue to overflow. Tried to reset the unit but it end up with ERR1 message. Can't seem to figure out the problem after running thru the dianositics. Thought I had it and the regen was timing down but ended with ERR! again. Would disconnecting to allow the memory to elapse help. Any Suggestions.Is there a hot line number to help.

posted on January 06, 2010 at 12:27PM
 
In response to yellowdemon71's post from January 06 2010 12:18PM

Have you checked the styrofoam float in the brine well? Its under that slanted cap. Where's your manual?

posted on January 10, 2010 at 09:08AM
 

I have a drain on my softener that is 20 ft. long. I increased the pipe to 3/4" pvc and sloped the pipe to allow the water to flow better. I am going thru an area that is cold and could possibly freeze. Would adding a perpendicular vent off this pipe help it flow faster. Suggestions or comments.

posted on February 24, 2010 at 02:28PM
 

I ahve water in my storage tank that holds the salt. What kind of issues do I have and is it worth fixing

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