Filter Replacement; Flush Procedure - GE GX1S50R Owner's Manual

REPLACING THE FILTER CANISTER
The amber light in the faucet base will flash every
30 seconds to indicate a filter change is needed. This
occurs every 6 months. TO PROPERLY MAINTAIN
SYSTEM, CHANGE FILTER AS REQUIRED.
1. Remove the filter canister from the manifold by
rotating the canister to the left about 1/3 turn
(Fig. 9). NOTE: A small amount of water from the
tubing between the filter and the faucet may come
out. A small towel should be able to catch it.
2. Remove foil on top of new replacement filter
canister. Install the new canister into the manifold
by turning it to the right about 1/3 turn until the
alignment marks line up and the filter stops. DO
NOT OVERTIGHTEN. The filter will rise up as it
is turned.
3. Turn handle on faucet to allow trapped air to purge
from the system.
NOTE: System may make noise during this procedure.
4. Check for water leaks around the system.
5. Once water starts to flow out of the faucet, allow the
system to run for 4 gallons (or 5 minutes) to flush out
any harmless carbon fines that may be present.
6. Turn off faucet and check around system for leaks.
7. Remove battery tray and replace battery to reset
timer. (See Battery Installation for proper procedure.)
To install
Replacement Filter Canister/
Estimated Replacement Costs
GXRLQR—Replacement filter canister $30–35
For replacement parts, call toll-free 800.626.2002
(U.S.), 800.663.6060 (Canada–English), 800.361.3869
(Canada–French).
Installation Instructions
Fig. 9
To remove

FLUSH PROCEDURE

Whenever water of unknown quality is passed through
the GE Water Filtration system, the filter canister
should be discarded and the filtration system flushed.
WARNING:
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality
without adequate disinfection before or after the
system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be
used on disinfected water that may contain filterable
cysts.
Circumstances that may require flushing
the system are:
• Boil water advisory
• Flooding of the GE Water Filtration system
• Long-term non-use
The procedure for flushing the GE Water Filtration
system is:
1. See Replacing the Filter Canister section and follow
steps 1–5.
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Do not use with water that is