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Water Filter Removal and
Jr|staJJatiofl {select models)
To avoid serious iIhless or death, do not use
refrigerator where water is unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before or after
use of filter.
After installing a new water Nter, always dispense
water for two minutes before removing the filter for
any reason. Air trapped in system may cause water
and cartridge to eject. Use caution when remowng.
, The bypass cap does not filter water. Be sure to
have replacement cartridge available when filter
change Is required.
• If water fHtrahon system has been allowed to
freeze, replace filter caltndge.
* If system has not been used for several months, or
water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush
system by dBpensmg water for two to three
minutes. If unpleasant taste or odor persists,
change filter cartridge.
Replacing Water Filter
IMPORTANT: Air trapped in system may cause
water and cartridge to eject. Use caution when
removing.
l. Turn filter counterclockwise until it releases from
filter head.
2. Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose m
normal household trash.
3. Wipe up excess water m filter cover and continue
with In/t/a/Installat!on, steps 2 and/4.
The filter should be changed at least every 12 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.
To purchase a replacement water filter cartridge,
contact your dealer or call 1-877-232-6771 U.S.A. or
1-800-688-8/408 Canada.
The dispenser feature may be used without a water
filter cartridge. If you choose this option, replace filter
with blue bypass cap.
Initial Installation
The water filter is located m the upper right hand
corner of the fresh food compartment.
1. Remove blue bypass cap and
retain for later use.
2. Remove sealing label from
end of filter and insert into
filter bead.
3. Rotate gently clockwise until
filter stops. Snap filter cover
closed.
/4. Reduce water spurts by
fluslilng air from system.
Run water continuously for
two minutes tlirough
dispenser until water runs
steady. Dunng initial use,
allow about a one- to two-minute delay in water
dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.
* Additional flushing may be required m some
houseliolds where water is of poor quahty.
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