Water Filter
Replacing Water Filter
Water Filter Removal and
Installation select modelsImportant: Air trapped in system may cause water
and cartridge to eject. Use caution when removing.
WARNING
To avoid serious illness or death, do not use1. Turn filter counterclockwiseuntil it releases from
filter head.
refrigerator where water is unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection beforeor after2. Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose in
use of filter.normal household trash.
3. Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue
CAUTIONwith Initial Installation, steps 2 and 4.
After installing a new water filter, alwaysThe filter should be changed at least every 12 months.
dispense water for two minutes before
removing the filter for any reason. Air trapped inImportant: Condition of water and amount used
determines life span of water filter cartridge. If water
system may cause water and cartridge to eject.
Use caution when removing.use is high, or if water is of poor quality, replacement
may need to take place more often.
Y The bypass cap does not filter water. Be sure to
have replacement cartridge available when filterTo purchase a replacement water filter cartridge,
change is required.contact your dealer.
Y If water filtration system has been allowed toThe dispenser feature may be used without a water
filter cartridge. If you choose this option, replace filter
freeze, replace filter cartridge.
with blue bypass cap.
Y If system has not been used for several months, or
water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush
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
twominutes through
dispenser until water runs
steady. During initial use of
water dispenser, allow up to oneminute delay
while water tank fills before water dispenses.
Y Additional flushing may be required in some
households where water is of poor quality.
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