GE Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators owner manual Water filter cartridge

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Water Filter

Stainless Steel Refrigerator

Water filter cartridge

The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of the fresh food compartment.

When to Replace the Filter

There is a replacement indicator

light for the water filter cartridge on the dispenser. This light will turn orange to tell you that you need to replace the filter soon.

The filter cartridge should be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or

if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.

Filter Bypass Plug

Filter Bypass Plug

You must use the filter bypass plug when

a replacement filter cartridge is not available. The dispenser and the icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug.

Replacement Filters:

To order additional filter cartridges in

Installing the Filter Cartridge

Place the top of

 

the cartridge up

 

inside the cartridge

 

holder and slowly

Cartridge

turn it to the right.

Holder

the United States, call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.

GWF

Suggested Retail $34.95 USD

Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Mabe Service Center.

1If you are replacing the cartridge,

first remove the old one by slowly turning it to the left. Do not pull down on the cartridge. A small amount of water may drip down.

2Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the tap to allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately after installation.

3Lining up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder, place the top of the new cartridge up inside the holder. Do not push it up into the holder.

4Slowly turn it to the right until the filter cartridge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. As you turn the cartridge, it will automatically raise itself into position. Cartridge will rotate about 1/4 turn.

5Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about one and a half gallons) to clear the system and prevent sputtering.

6 Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad on the dispenser for 3 seconds.

NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may cause water to spurt from the dispenser.

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Contents Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators Contents Before using your refrigeratorIntroduction If you need service Write down the model & serial numbers Consumer InformationIf you received a damaged refrigerator Save time & money For customers in CanadaRead and Save These Instructions Before You Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or FreezerLire ET Conserver CES Instructions HOW to Connect Electricity Raccordement Électrique Temperature controls Performance Air Flow SystemTo turn the cooling system off, tap How to use How it worksHow it works How to use ExpressChillDuring ExpressThaw and ExpressChill CustomCool chart Replacement Filters To order additional filter cartridges United States, call GE Parts and AccessoriesWater filter cartridge Slide-out spillproof shelf Large BinsQuickSpace shelf Freezer basketsSlide-out freezer shelves Fixed freezer shelvesRefrigerator doors Door swing clearances Door alignmentFruit and vegetable crispers Crispers and PansAutomatic icemaker Special notesMise EN Garde La glace Removing ice binUsing the dispenser Dispenser Light Door AlarmOther dispenser controls Important facts about the dispenserCleaning the outside Cleaning the insideDo not use appliance wax or polish on the stainless steel Care and Cleaning Preparing for vacationPreparing to move Be sure the refrigerator stays in an uprightReplacing the Light Bulbs Fresh foodCompartment Upper lightProblem Solver Normal operating soundsQuestions? Use this problem solver Problem Solver Problem Possible CauseFrequent Questions? Use this problem solver Food ISN’T Operating Specifications General Installation/Operation/Maintenance RequirementsSpecial Notices Water Treatment Device Certificate Number Stainless Steel Refrigerator Consumer Services CenterYour Monogram Refrigerator Warranty From the Date Original Purchase

Side-by-Side Stainless Steel Free-Standing Refrigerators specifications

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