Hi!
The only "impeller" that I'm aware of is a tubine that goes in the water input line to the valve (see page 21, section 5 of the manual). This is what measures the water used so the system "knows" when to regenerate. I think that all demand softeners use these turbines and Hall Effect sensors to measure water usage, BTW.
Cheers,
JIM
Yes, thank you for correcting me. The "OUT" side of the valve is where the Hall Effect sensor/turbine is located.You are correct as to the usage of the turbine, but the location is on the out bound side of the valve.
Looks like Number 76 in the diagram DonL referenced, $24.
Good point. The modern equivalent would be the ink jet printer business model. They sell those at a loss to get you committed to buy their overpriced cartridges.Yeah, that was my first thought as well. Maybe they subscribe to the Gillette Razor business model. Sell the new unit fairly cheaply, but charge an arm & a leg for replacement parts. I wonder how the OP came to have the impeller in his hand -- do they give you one when you replace the resin?
I don't see why you'd ever need to replace that turbine. I would think it'd never wear out.
Yeah, which makes me wonder what kind of bearings are in there. If high-quality bearings come as a part of the impeller, it could be worth a few bucks. If the OP would post a good picture and description of it, it would be informative.That part rotates a few times in its life.
I don't believe there are any bearings at all. Just a shaft, housing and turbine.Yeah, which makes me wonder what kind of bearings are in there. If high-quality bearings come as a part of the impeller, it could be worth a few bucks. If the OP would post a good picture and description of it, it would be informative.
I can provide the parts for $10.00. This includes shipping. Send me an e-mail and I'll send you an invoice through pay pal.Is anyone aware of a place that sells used kenmore softener parts?
Is anyone aware of a place that sells used kenmore softener parts?
This is awkward, but...
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