GE 25 and 27 About the water filter on some models, Water Filter Cartridge, Filter Bypass Plug

About the water filter (on some models).

Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions

On some models

Water Filter Cartridge

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

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 water dispenser or icemaker decreases.

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.

Installing the Filter Cartridge

If you are replacing a SmartWater cartridge with an adapter, the adapter must be removed before installing the cartridge. To remove the adapter, turn it to the left about 1/4 turn.

If you are replacing a Water by Culligan cartridge, leave the adapter in place. This adapter will stay in the refrigerator when you replace future cartridges.

	Without adapter
With adapter

(appearance may vary)

On models without a replacement indicator light, apply the month and year sticker to the new cartridge to remind you to replace the filter in six months.

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

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 cartridge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. As you turn the cartridge, it will automatically raise itself into position. The cartridge will move about 1/2 turn.

Cartridge

Holder

Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about 1-1/2 gallons) to clear the system and prevent sputtering.

Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad (on some models) on the dispenser for 3 seconds.

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

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.

Filter	Filter
Bypass	Bypass
Plug	Plug
SmartWater	Water by Culligan

To use the filter bypass plug on Water by Culligan models, you must first remove the filter adapter from the cartridge holder by turning it to the left.

If you have questions—visit our Website at ge.com,

or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737).

Replacement filters:

To order additional filter cartridges in the United States,

visit our Website at ge.com, or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.

MWF

Suggested Retail $38.95–47.95

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

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