Maytag 12591308 Refrigerator User Manual


 
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WARNING
!
To avoid serious illness or death, do not use unit where water is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate
disinfection before or after use of filter.
CAUTION
!
Bypass cartridge DOES NOT filter water. Be sure to have replacement cartridge available when filter change is required.
If water filtration system has been allowed to freeze, replace filter cartridge.
If system has not been used for several months, and water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush system by dispensing
2–3 glasses of water. If unpleasant taste or odor persists, change filter cartridge.
Remove blue bypass cap and
retain for later use.
1
Remove sealing label from
end of filter and insert into
filter head.
Rotate gently clockwise until filter stops
and snap filter cover closed.
2
Reduce water spurts by flushing air from
system. Run water continuously
(approximately 2 minutes) through
dispenser until water runs steady.
Additional flushing may be required in some households
where water is of poor quality.
3
Water Filter Removal and Installation
Initial Install of Water Filter
IMPORTANT: Air trapped in system may cause water and
cartridge to eject. Use caution when removing.
Replacing Water Filter
Turn filter counterclockwise until it
releases from filter head.
1
Drain water from filter into sink or toilet,
and dispose in normal household garbage.
2
Wipe up excess water in filter cover and
continue with installation steps 2 and 3.
3
Select dispenser models feature a water filter change indicator.
For instructions on how to operate and reset this feature, refer
to the dispenser features section in your manual.
For units without indicator feature, filter should be changed
approximately every 6 months.
IMPORTANT: Condition of water and amount used
determines life span of water filter cartridge. If water use is
high, or if water is of poor quality, replacement may need to
take place more often.
When do I change the water filter?
How do I order a replacement filter
cartridge?
Replacement Water Filter cartridge model OWF51
is available through your dealers and servicers. Contact
your local distributor for more information.
About Your Filtration System...
I'm trying to dispense water to
flush the system. Where's the water?
During initial use, allow about a 1 to 2 minute delay to
allow internal water tank to fill.
What if I choose not to use the water
filtration system?
Dispenser feature may be used without water filter cartridge.
If you choose this option, replace filter with blue bypass
cap.