Water Filter; Replacing Water Filter; Initial Installation - Kenmore ELITE 596.760537 Use & Care Manual

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£emoval and Installation
To avoid serious illness or death, do not use
refrigerator where water is unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before or after
use of filter.
After installing a new water filter, always dispense
water for two minutes before removing the filter for
any reason. Air trapped in system may cause water
and cartridge to eject. Use caution when removing.
The bypass cap does not filter water. Be sure to
have replacement cartridge available when filter
change is required.
If water filtration system has been allowed to
freeze, replace filter cartridge.
If system has not been used for several months, or
water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush
system by dispensing water for two to three
minutes. If unpleasant taste or odor persists,
change filter cartridge.
initial installation
The water filter is located in the
upper right-hand corner of the fresh
food compartment.
1. Remove blue bypass cap and
retain for later use.
2. Remove sealing label from end of
filter and insert into filter head.
3. Rotate gently clockwise until filter
stops. Snap filter cover closed.
4. Reduce water spurts by flushing air from system.
Run water continuously for two minutes through
dispenser until water runs steady. During initial
use, allow about a one- to two-minute delay in
water dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.
Additional flushing may be required in some
households where water is of poor quality.
Replacing Water Filter
important: Air trapped in system may cause
water and cartridge to eject. Use caution when
removing.
1. Turn filter counterclockwise until it releases from
filter head.
2. Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose of
filter in normal household trash.
3. Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue
with Initial Installation, steps 2 through 4.
4. Perform Reset Filter procedure on advanced
temperature control as described under the
Temperature Controls section.
The filter should be changed at least every 12 months.
important: Condition of water and amount used
determines life span of water filter cartridge. If water
use is high, or if water is of poor quality, replacement
may need to take place more often.
To purchase a replacement water filter cartridge
(model 409992-750}, call 1-800-4-MY-HOM E_
(1-800-469-4663).
The dispenser feature may be used without a water
filter cartridge. If you choose this option, replace filter
with blue bypass cap.
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