Water Filter
Water Filter Removal andReplacing Water Filter
Installation select modelsImportant: Air trapped in system may cause water
and cartridge to eject. Use caution when
WARNINGremoving.
To avoid serious illness or death, do not use1. Turn filter counterclockwiseuntil it releases from
refrigerator where water is unsafe or of unknownfilter head.
quality without adequate disinfection beforeor after
use of filter.2. Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose in
normal household trash.
CAUTION3. Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue
After installing a new water filter, alwayswith Initial Installation, steps 2 and 4.
dispense water for two minutes before
The filter should be changed at least every 12 months.
removing the filter for any reason. Air trapped in
system may cause water and cartridge to eject.Important: Condition of water and amount used
Use caution when removing.determines life span of water filter cartridge. If water
use is high, or if water is of poor quality, replacement
Y The bypass cap does not filter water. Be sure tomay need to take place more often.
have replacement cartridge available when filter
change is required.To purchase a replacement water filter cartridge,
contact your dealer.
Y If water filtration system has been allowed to
freeze, replace filter cartridge.The dispenser feature may be used without a water
filter cartridge. If you choose this option, replace filter
Y If system has not been used for several months, or
water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flushwith blue bypass cap.
system by dispensing water for two to three
minutes. If unpleasant taste or odor persists,
change filter cartridge.
Initial Installation
The water filter is located in the upper right-hand
corner of the fresh food compartment.
1. Remove blue bypass cap and
retain for later use.
2. Remove sealing label from
end of filter and insert into
filter head.
3. Rotate gently clockwiseuntil
filter stops. Snap filter cover
closed.
4. Reduce water spurts by
flushing air from system.
Run water continuously for
two minutes through
dispenser until water runs
steady. During initial use,
allow a delay of approximately one minute in water
dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.
Y Additional flushing may be required in some
households where water is of poor quality.
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