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12 49-60647 Rev. 8
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Water Filter Cartridge - XWF (On some models)
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge holder is located in the
back upper-right corner of the fresh food refrigerator
compartment.
When to Replace the Filter
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cartridge on the dispenser, a red light will start blinking to
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models that don’t have the 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
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one by gently grasping the filter and slowly turning it to
the left, about a ¼ turn. The filter should automatically
release itself when you have rotated it far enough to the
left. A small amount of water may drip down.
CAUTION
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the filter cartridge may be ejected as it is removed. Use
caution when removing.
Filter Bypass Plug
To reduce the risk of property damage due to water
leakage, you MUST use the filter bypass plug when a
replacement filter cartridge is not available. Some models
do not come equipped with the filter bypass plug. To
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Canada, call 800.561.3344. The dispenser and icemaker
will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug
installed. The bypass plug is installed in the same way as
a filter cartridge.
Installing the Filter Cartridge in a Side by
Side Refrigerator
1. Line up the arrow on the filter with the arrow on the
filter cartridge holder. Gently push the top of the new
filter up inside the holder.
2. Slowly turn the filter to the right until it
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you turn the filter, it will automatically
raise itself into position. The filter will
move about a ¼ turn or 90 degrees.
3. Run water from the dispenser for 2
gallons (7.6 liters) or approximately
5 minutes to clear the system. Water
may spurt out and air bubbles may be
visible during this process.
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select models) on the dispenser for three seconds.
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Water Supply Potable Water
Water Pressure 25-120 psi (172-827 kPa)
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Capacity 170 gallons (643.5 liters)
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REPLACE to 70543.
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.
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filters only. Using GE Appliances-branded filters in GE Appliances and Hotpoint® refrigerators provides optimal
performance and reliability. GE Appliances filters meet rigorous industry standards for safety and quality that are
important for products that are filtering your water. GE Appliances has not qualified non-GE Appliances-branded
filters for use in GE Appliances and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE Appliances-
branded filters meet GE Appliances standards for quality, performance and reliability.
If you have questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at gewaterfilters.com or call GE
Appliances Parts and Accessories, 877.959.8688. (Canada 1.800.661.1616 or GEAppliances.ca/en/products/
parts-filters-accessories)
Application Guidelines/Water Supply
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