Replacing The Water Filter - LG LSXS26326S Owner's Manual

36 MAINTENANCE

Replacing the Water Filter

CAUTION
It is recommended that you replace the water filter:
• Approximately every six months.
• When the water filter indicator turns on
• When the water dispenser output decreases.
• When the ice cubes are smaller than normal.
Before Replacing the Water Filter:
If the top shelf, located below the water filter, is
in the highest position, it will need to be removed
prior to replacing the water filter. To remove any
shelf: Tilt up the front of the shelf
Pull the shelf out.
1
Remove the old water filter.
• Lower or remove the top left shelf to allow
the water filter to rotate all the way down.
• Pinch the sides to open the water filter cover.
NOTE
• Replacing the water filter causes a small amount
of water (around 1 oz. or 25 cc) to drain. Place a
cup under the front end of the water filter cover
to collect any leaking water. Hold the water filter
upright, once it is removed, to prevent any
remaining water from spilling out of the water
filter.
• Pull the water filter
downward and turn
it counterclockwise
to pull it out. Make
sure to rotate the
filter down completely
before pulling it out of
the manifold hole.
2
Replace with a new water filter.
• Take the new water filter out of its packing
.
• Rotate the water filter up into position and
close the cover. The cover will click when
closed correctly.
and lift .
3
After the water filter is replaced, dispense
2.5 gallons of water (flush for approximately
five minutes) to remove trapped air and
contaminants from the system. Do not
dispense the entire 2.5 gallon amount
continuously. Depress and release the
dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON
and 60 seconds OFF.
NOTE
• A water filter is not necessary to operate this
refrigerator. Install a water filter to improve the
quality of the ice and water dispensed.
4
After changing the filter, press and hold the
Water Filter button for three seconds to reset
the indicator light.
NOTE
• To purchase a replacement water filter:
Visit your local dealer or distributor web:
Find Parts & Accessories from Support
section of lg.com
Call: 1-800-243-0000 (USA)
Part number of the replacement water filter:
• ADQ73613401 (LT800P)
• ADQ74793501(LT1000P)
and remove the protective cover from
the orings. With water filter tabs in the
horizontal position, push the new water
filter into the manifold hole until it stops.
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