InteriorWater Filter Installation
(on somemodels)
The interior water filter cartridge is located in the upper right- hand corner of the fresh food compartment of the refrigerator. The interior water filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or earlier if the flow of water to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably. (See “Replacing an interior water filter cartridge” in the features section of this book.)
Installing the interior water filter cartridge
NOTE: Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system.
1.Carefully remove the interior water filter cartridge from its packaging. Remove the red cap from the cartridge.
2.Apply the appropriate month sticker to the cartridge as a reminder to replace the cartridge within six months. Then apply the “Water Filter Replacement Reminder” sticker to your calendar as a reminder to replace the cartridge in six months.
3.Line up the INSTALL mark on the water filter label with the indicator line that is molded into the filter mounting bracket cover. Push the cartridge into the filter mounting bracket.
Twist the cartridge Z\v turn to the right to lock it into place. The REMOVE mark should be
4.RUN WATER THROUGH THE DISPENSER UNTIL THE WATER RUNS CLEAR (about
NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser.
5.Open the refrigerator door and inspect the filter system for water leaks. If you see water leaks, see the “Troubleshooting” section.
NOTE: You can run the dispenser without a water filter cartridge. Your water will not be filtered.
Water System Preparation
Please read before using the water system.
Immediately after installation, follow the steps below to make sure that the water system is properly cleaned.
1.Open the freezer door and turn off the ice maker. For Style 1 lift up the wire
Style 1
MAX
NORMAL
Style 2
2.Flush the water system by dispensing and discarding
2 to 3 gallons (approximately 6 to 7 minutes) of water through the dispenser. This will clean the system and help clear air from the lines. Additional flushing may be required in some households.
3.Open the freezer door and turn on the ice maker. For Style 1 lower the wire
■Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice.
■Discard the first three batches of ice produced.
■Depending on your model, you may want to select the maximum ice feature to increase the production of ice. To do so, set the switch on the front of the ice maker to MAX.
Base Grille
To remove the base grille:
1.Open both refrigerator doors.
2.Place hands along the ends of the grille, with your thumbs along the top. Push in with your thumbs and pull up on the bottom.
NOTE: Be sure to refasten the Tech Sheet behind the base grille after cleaning.
To replace the base grille:
1.Open the doors.
2.Line up the grille support tabs with the metal clips.
3.Push the grille firmly to snap it into place.
Door Closing
Your refrigerator has two front adjustable rollers — one on the right and one on the left. If your refrigerator seems unsteady or if you want the doors to close more easily, adjust the refrigerator's tilt using the instructions below:
1.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2.Move the refrigerator into its final position.
3.Remove the base grille (see “Base Grille” earlier in this section). The two leveling screws are part of the front roller assemblies which are at the base of the refrigerator on either side.
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