Water Filter Status Light; Water Filtration System - Whirlpool GI6FARXX User Instructions

Dispense Ice and Water
WARNING
Use a sturdy glass when dispensing ice.
Failure to do so can result in cuts.
1. Select water or cubed ice by pressing the corresponding
button on the dispenser control panel. A light above the
button indicates your selection.
2. Press a sturdy container against the dispenser lever.
IMPORTANT: You do not need to apply a lot of pressure to
the lever in order to activate the dispenser. Pressing hard
will not make the water or ice dispense faster or in greater
quantities.
3. Remove the container to stop dispensing.
Dispenser Light
NOTES:
The dispenser lights are LEDs which should not need to be
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changed.
When you use the dispenser, the lever will automatically turn
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the light on. If you want the light to be on continuously, you
may choose either On or Auto.
Auto: The dispenser light will illuminate at half-power when the
light sensor detects the light levels in the room are low. To turn
the dispenser light on, press the Light button. The Auto indicator
light will illuminate.
On: For continuous light, press the Light button a second time.
The On indicator light will illuminate.
Off: To turn the dispenser light off, press the Light button a third
time.
Dispenser Lock
The dispenser can be locked for easy cleaning or to avoid
unintentional dispensing by small children and pets.
NOTE: The dispenser lock does not shut off power to the
product, to the ice maker, or to the dispenser light. It just
deactivates all keypad functions.
To Lock and Unlock Dispenser:
Press and hold the Lock/Unlock touch pad for 3 seconds to lock
the dispenser. The indicator light will illuminate when Lock is on.
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Cut Hazard
Press and hold the Lock/Unlock touch pad again for 3 seconds to
unlock dispenser. The indicator light will turn off.

Water Filter Status Light

The water filter status lights help you know when to change your
water filter. When the water filter status icon changes from
Normal (blue water) to Order (red waves) and "Order Filter"
(orange) this tells you that it is almost time to change the
water filter. Replace the disposable water filter when "Replace
Filter" (red) illuminates and the icons blink continuously during
dispensing.
NOTES:
After 14 days at Replace Filter stage, the "Replace Filter" and
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"water" icons will glow (red) at all times and blink continuously
during dispensing. Also, an alert chime will sound three times
following dispensing.
The disposable water filter should be replaced at least every
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6 months. If the water flow to the water dispenser or ice
maker decreases noticeably before 6 months have passed,
replace the water filter more often. To change the filter, see

"Water Filtration System."

After changing the water filter, reset the water filter status. On the
display screen, press and hold FILTER RESET for 3 seconds. The
status light will change from Replace Filter (red) to Normal (blue
water) when the system is reset.
Water Filtration System
The water filter is located in the upper right-hand corner of the
refrigerator compartment.
Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or
of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before
or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction
may be used on disinfected waters that may contain
filterable cysts.
IMPORTANT: The disposable water filter should be replaced at
least every 6 months. If the water flow to the water dispenser or
ice maker decreases noticeably before 6 months have passed,
replace the water filter more often.
Replacing the Water Filter
To purchase a replacement water filter, model number
UKF8001AXX-200, contact your dealer or call 1-877-253-1301 in
the U.S.A. or 1-800-807-6777 in Canada.
IMPORTANT: Air trapped in the water system may cause water
and filter to eject. Always dispense water for at least 2 minutes
before removing the filter or blue bypass cap.
1. To access the filter, press upward on the ribbed section of the
water filter cover.
2. Turn filter counterclockwise to remove.
3. Remove sealing label from replacement filter and insert the
filter end into the filter head.
4. Turn the filter clockwise until it stops. Snap the filter cover
closed.
5. Flush the water system. See "Water and Ice Dispenser."
NOTE: The dispenser feature may be used without a water filter
installed. Your water will not be filtered. If this option is chosen,
replace the filter with the blue bypass cap.