[thebigsee]

I have a Kenmore Series 90 washer (#110.26912691) and I'd like to replace the current agitator auger with one that has a built-in lint filter. I have found such an auger (Whirlpool 63753 Washer Agitator Lint Filter Auger - Whirlpool Washer Auger 63753 - Kenmore, Sears, Roper, Kitchen Aid) - does anyone know if this part is compatible with my washing machine?

If not, does anyone know of an aftermarket lint filter that would work with my machine? I can no longer use the "wire mesh sock" type that I used to put over the end of the hose because I'm taking out my utility sink and putting in a standpipe. And I have to filter the water because if I don't, my cast iron pipes get clogged up easily.

Thanks for any help or advice.

[sidfink43]

That agitator should be compatible if as it looks it fits Whirlpool/Kenmore top loading direct drive machines, but I would call the good folks at APP and talk with them about it. Askif it is a returnable item if it does not fit.

Also make sure this will do what you want it to do, which is filter lint from the water. Despite the name I am not sure that agitator will filter lint.

I understand your problem, I have had it myself but never came up with a good solution.

Good luck.

[thebigsee]

Yes, I am concerned as to whether that auger actually filters lint like the old-fashioned models used to do or whether it just pulls lint from the tub and flushes it down the drain. I have asked every retailer and even sellers on ******** who have it for sale and no one ever answers.

I contacted someone at APP and they were unsure if the auger was compatible and did not know about how it filters lint -- they actually encouraged me to post a message in the forum, so that's why I am here! I miss the days when professionals really had answers and made it a point to know their products . . .

What is really baffling is that they eliminated the old style lint filters from machines, or don't even offer them as an option. I've read that the companies don't feel they're necessary anymore because "all the lint will be removed and efficiently flowed down the drain". That's great, but do they see what comes out of a load of acrylic rugs or dog beds? I've seen handfuls of dog hair and yarn stuff into my wire-mesh strainer after a couple loads. My drain pipes can't handle that stuff.

[sidfink43]

Yes, you machine has an automatic filter which self cleans itself, which of course flushes the lint and other material into your drain system. I assume manufacturers went to this because customers were not cleaning the manual filtration machines.

Also, I think you are correct in that all the lint agitator will do is gather than lint and flush it into the system. That is what I thought you would find out, but since I was not 100% sure about what you were buying I wanted you to check it out for yourself.

The only thing I can think of is for you to install some type of in-line cartridge filter in your drain hose at the point after it leaves the machine or make some type of removable filter in the line.

Good luck, hope you can solve your problem.

[thebigsee]

Thanks for the insight. I think you're right, the only option is to have some sort of filter "downstream" -- I found something called the Filtrol 160 which would work, but it seems very clunky and not without its shortcomings, though it does appear to do the job. It's also very expensive, considering what it is. But I see little alternative, unless I want to have my drains rootered every couple of years at great expense . . .

[sidfink43]

Ok, Good luck with that.

[thebigsee]

Actually, I JUST found this product -- it's so inexpensive, I think I'll give it a shot and see if it helps:

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