6. RUN WATER THROUGH THE DISPENSER UNTIL THE
WATER RUNS CLEAR (about 2 - 3 gallons or 6 - 7 minutes).
This will clean the system and clear air from the lines.
Additional flushing may be required in some households.
NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out
of the dispenser.
Using the dispenser without the water filter
You can run the dispenser without a water filter cartridge. Your
water will not be filtered. If you run the dispenser without a water
filter cartridge, keep the cartridge cap and replace it in the base
grille for future use.
1. Remove the base grille water filter cartridge (See “Changing a
base grille water filter cartridge” earlier in this section.) Then
slide the cartridge cap off the end of the filter cartridge. DO
NOT DISCARD THE CAP .
2. With the cartridge cap in the vertical position, insert the cap
into the base grille until it stops.
3. Rotate the cartridge cap to a horizontal position as shown in
step 5.
NOTE: The cartridge cap may not be even with the base
grille.
Interior Water Filtration System
(on some models)
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.
Replacing the interior water filter cartridge
1. Twist the interior water filter cartridge ¹⁄₄ turn to the left. The
INSTALL mark will be lined up with the indicator mark located
on the filter mounting bracket cover.
2. Gently pull down on the cartridge to remove it from the filter
mounting bracket assembly. To prevent water from spilling
inside the refrigerator, DO NOT TIP the cartridge.
3. Dispose of the cartridge.
4. To install a new cartridge, refer to “Installing the interior water
filter cartridge” section in this Use and Care guide.
NOTE: You can run the dispenser without a water filter cartridge.
Your water will not be filtered.