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About the GE Appliances
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MWF water filter cartridge.
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in back upper right
corner of the refrigerator compartment.
When to replace the filter on models with a
replacement indicator light
There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter
cartridge on the dispenser. A red light will start blinking to tell
you that you need to replace the filter soon.
The filter cartridge should be replaced when the replacement
indicator light turns red or if the flow of water to the dispenser
or icemaker decreases.
When to replace the filter on models without a
replacement indicator light
The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months
or earlier if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker
decreases.
Removing the filter cartridge
If you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one by
slowly turning it to the left. Do not pull down on the cartridge.
A small amount of water may drip down.
NOTE: To reduce the risk associated with property damage
due to water leakage, read and follow instructions before
installation and use of this system. Installation and use MUST
comply with all sate and local plumbing codes.
CAUTION
If air has been trapped in the system,
the filter cartridge may be ejected as it is removed. Use
caution when removing.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
1. Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the tap to
allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately after
installation.
2. Line up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder.
Place the top of the new cartridge up inside the holder. Do
not push it up into the holder.
3. Slowly turn it to the right until the filter
cartridge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. As
you turn the cartridge, it will automatically
raise itself into position. The cartridge will
move about a 1/2 turn.
4. Run water from the dispenser for 1-1/2
gallons (about three minutes) to clear the
system and prevent sputtering.
5. Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad (on some
models) on the dispenser for three seconds.
NOTE: A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water
to spurt from the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter
cartridge is not available. The dispenser and the icemaker will
not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug.
WARNING
To reduce the risk associated with choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts
during the installation of this product. The disposable filter cartridge should be replaced every 6 months at the rated
capacity, or sooner if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs.
For the maximum benefit of your filtration system, GE recommends the use of GE-branded filters only. Using GE-branded
filters in GE and Hotpoint
®
refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. GE filters meet rigorous industry NSF
standards for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your water. GE has not qualified non-GE-
branded filters for use in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE-branded filters meet GE’s
standards for quality, performance and reliability.
If you have questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at www.gewaterfilters.com or call
GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002 (Canada 1.800.626.2002 or geappliances.ca/en/products/parts-filters-
accessories or call 1.800.661.1616).
Cartridge
Holder
Filter Bypass
Plug
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