Maytag AFD2535DEW, ARB2557CSL About your water filter, Water filter removal and installation

About your water filter...

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

➢Bypass cartridge DOES NOT filter water. Be sure to have replace- ment 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, and water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush system by dispensing 2–3 glasses of water. If unpleasant taste or odor persists, change filter cartridge.

INITIAL INSTALL OF

WATER FILTER

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, and snap filter cover closed.

4.Reduce water spurts by flushing air from system. Run water continuously for 2 minutes through dispenser until water runs steady.

•Additional flushing may be required in some households where water is of poor quality.

REPLACING WATER

FILTER

IMPORTANT: Air trapped in system may cause water and cartridge to eject. 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 garbage.

3.Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue with Initial Install of Water Filter, steps 2 and 3.

WHEN DO I CHANGE THE WATER FILTER?

The filter should be changed approxi- mately every 6 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.

HOW DO I ORDER A REPLACEMENT FILTER CARTRIDGE?

Amana® Replacement Water Filter car- tridge model WF 50 is available through Amana® dealers and servicers. You may also order by calling 1-877-232-6771 within the U.S., or visit our local website www.amana.com.

I'M TRYING TO DISPENSE WATER TO FLUSH THE SYSTEM. WHERE'S THE WATER?

During initial use, allow about a 1 to 2 minute delay in water dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.

WHAT IF I CHOOSE NOT TO USE THE WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM?

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

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