Maytag 12828121 Water Filter select models, Water Filter Removal and Installation

Water Filter (select models)

Water Filter Removal and Installation

WARNING

To avoid serious illness or death, do not use refrigerator where water is unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after use of filter.

CAUTION

After installing a new water filter, 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 removing.

•The bypass cap does not filter water. Be sure to have replacement cartridge available when filter change is required.

•If water filtration system has been allowed to freeze, replace filter cartridge.

•If system has not been used for several months, or water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush system by dispensing water for two to three minutes. If unpleasant taste or odor persists, change filter cartridge.

Initial Installation

The water filter is located in 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 head.

3. Rotate gently clockwise until filter stops. Snap filter cover closed.

4. Reduce water spurts by flushing air from system. Run water continuously for

two minutes through dispenser until water runs steady. During 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 in some

Replacing Water Filter

IMPORTANT: Air trapped in system may cause water and cartridge to eject. Always dispense water for at least 2 minutes before removing the filter for any reason. Use caution when removing.

1.Turn filter counterclockwise until it releases from filter head.

2.Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose in normal household trash.

3.Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue with Initial Installation, steps 2 through 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 1-800-688-8408 Canada.

The dispenser feature may be used without a water filter cartridge. If you choose this option, replace filter with blue bypass cap.

State of California

Department of Health Services

Water Treatment Device

Certificate Number

03 - 1583

Date Issued: September 16, 2003

Date Revised: April 22, 2004

Trademark /Model Designation	Replacement Elements
UKF8001AXX750	UKF8001AXX
469006-750	46 9006
67003523-750	67003523
Manufacturer: PentaPure Inc.

The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section 116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:

Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity	Inorganic/Radiological Contaminants
Cysts	Asbestos
Turbidity	Lead
	Mercury
Organic Contaminants
Atrazine
Lindane
Benzene
Carbofuran
p-dichlorobenzene
Toxaphene
Rated Service Capacity: 750 gal.	Rated Service Flow: 0.78 gpm

Conditions of Certification:

Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable

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households where water is of poor quality.

cysts.