Water Filter
36”
About the GE® MWF water filter cartridge
Water filter cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of the refrigerator compartment.
Installing the filter cartridge
Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the tap to allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately after installation.
When to replace the filter on models with a replacement indicator light
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.
When to replace the filter on models without a replacement indicator light
The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or earlier if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
Line 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.
Slowly turn it to the right until the filter |
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Run water from the dispenser for
Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad (on some models) on the dispenser for three seconds.
NOTE: A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water to spurt from the dispenser.
Removing the filter cartridge
If 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.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage, read and follow instructions before installation and use of this system. Installation and use MUST comply with all state and local plumbing codes.
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.
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To use the filter bypass plug on Water by Culligan™ models,
you must first remove the filter adaptor from the cartridge holder by turning it to the left.
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.
For the maximum benefit of your filtration system, GE recommends the use of
meet rigorous industry NSF standards for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your water. GE has not qualified
that
If you have questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at www.gewaterfilters.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service Center.
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