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Water Filtration System
(on some models)
The base grille water filter status light (on some models)
The water filter status light will help you know when to change
your water filter cartridge. The light is located at the top of the
refrigerator compartment. The light will change from green to
yellow. This tells you that it is almost time to change the water
filter cartridge (90% of the filter life has been used). It is
recommended that you replace the base grille water filter
cartridge when the water filter indicator light changes to red OR
water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases
noticeably. (See “Changing a base grille water filter cartridge”
later in this section.)
NOTE: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe
or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system.
After changing the water filter cartridge, reset the water filter
status light by pressing the light switch 5 times within 10
seconds. The status light will change from red to green when the
system is reset.
Non-indicator water filter (on some models)
If your refrigerator does not have the water filter status light, you
should change the water filter cartridge every 6 to 9 months
depending upon your usage. If the water flow to the water
dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably before 6 months
have passed, replace the water filter cartridge more often.
Changing a base grille water filter cartridge
The base grille water filter is located below the freezer
compartment door. Depending on your model, you may have a
filter that is installed behind the base grille (
Style 1
) or a filter that
is installed through the base grille (
Style 2
).
Style 1: Behind the base grille filter
1.
Remove the base grille (see “Removing the base grille”
section). Rotate the cartridge counterclockwise to a vertical
position and pull the filter cartridge out.
NOTE:
There will be water in the cartridge. Some spilling may
occur.
2.
Take the new cartridge out of its packaging and remove
protective cover from o-rings.
3.
Push the new filter cartridge into the base until it stops.
Rotate the cartridge clockwise to a horizontal position. Flush
the water system (see “Flushing the Water System After
Replacing Filter” later in this section).
Style 2: Through the base grille filter
1.
Locate the water filter cartridge cap in the front base grille.
Rotate the cap counterclockwise to a vertical position and
pull the cap and filter cartridge out through the base grille.
NOTE:
There will be water in the cartridge. Some spilling may
occur.
2.
Remove the cartridge cap by sliding it off the end of the old
cartridge. The cap will slide to the left or right. DO NOT
DISCARD THE CAP.
3.
Take the new cartridge out of its packaging and remove
protective cover from o-rings.
4.
Slide the cartridge cap onto the new cartridge. See
illustration in Step 2.
5.
With cartridge cap in the vertical position, push the new filter
cartridge into the base grille until it stops. Rotate the cartridge
cap clockwise to a horizontal position. Flush the water
system (see “Flushing the water system after replacing filter”
later in this section).
Flushing the water system after replacing filter
Use a sturdy container to depress the water dispenser bar until
the water begins to flow. Flush the water system by dispensing
and discarding 2 to 3 gal. (8 to 12 L) of water. Cleaning the
system will take approximately 6 to 7 minutes and will help clear
air from the line. Additional flushing may be required in some
households.
NOTE:
As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of
the dispenser.
Using the dispenser without the water filter
You can run the dispenser without a water filter cartridge. Your
water will not be filtered.
1.
Remove the base grille water filter cartridge. For
Style 1
,
replace the base grille after removing the filter.
1. Status Light
2. Light Switch
1
2