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Water Filtration System
Water Filter Indicator (on some models)
The water filter indicator, located on the control panel, will help
you know when to change the water filter.
A new water filter should display a reading of 99%. The reading in
the display will decrease as the filter life is used. A replacement
water filter should be ordered when “Order Filter” is displayed. It is
recommended that you replace the filter when “Change Filter” is
displayed or when water flow to your water dispenser and/or ice
maker decreases noticeably. See “Changing the Water Filter” later
in this section.
After changing the water filter, press and hold RESET for
2 seconds until the status display changes to 99%.
Changing the Water Filter
The water filter is located in the base grille below the freezer
compartment door. It is not necessary to remove the base grille to
remove the filter.
1. Remove the filter by pressing the eject button and pulling
straight out on the filter cap.
NOTES:
■ Avoid twisting the cap when removing the filter because
this could cause the cap to come off. If this occurs,
replace the cap and pull the filter straight out.
■ There will be water in the filter. Some spilling may occur.
2. Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise until it stops.
IMPORTANT: Do not discard the cap. It is part of your
refrigerator. Keep the cap to use with the replacement filter.
3. Align the ridge on the cap with the arrow on the new filter and
turn the cap until it snaps into place.
4. Remove the covers from the O-rings. Be sure the O-rings are
still in place after the covers are removed.
5. Place the cap (removed in Step 2) on the new filter. Align the
ridge on the cap with the arrow on the filter. Turn the cap
clockwise until it snaps into place.
6. Push the new filter into the opening in the base grille. As the
filter is inserted, the eject button will depress. The eject button
will pop back out when the filter is fully engaged.
7. Pull gently on the cap to check that the filter is securely in
place.
8. Flush the water system. Depending on your model, see
“Water and Ice Dispensers” or “Ice Maker and Storage Bin.”
Using the Ice Maker Without a Water Filter
You can operate the ice maker without a water filter. Your ice will
not be filtered.
1. Remove the filter by pressing the eject button and pulling on
the cap. See “Changing the Water Filter” earlier in this section.
2. Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise until it stops.
IMPORTANT: Do not discard the cap. It is part of your
refrigerator. Keep the cap to use with the replacement filter.
3. With the cap in a horizontal position, insert the cap into the
base grille until it stops.
4. Turn the cap counterclockwise until the cap slips into the
attachment slot. Then, turn the cap clockwise until it is in a
horizontal position.
NOTE: The cap will not be even with the base grille.
A. Eject button
B.Filter cap
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of
unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or
after the system.
A
B
A. Cover
B.O-rings
A. Eject button
B. Arrow on filter
C. Ridge on cap
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B
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B
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