GE CSB48WSKSS Use and Care Manual - Page 8
About the water filter cartridge.
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About the water filter cartridge. (On some models.) Water filter cartridge The water filter cartridge is located behind the upper cover at the top of the refrigerator. When to replace the filter on models with a replacement indicator light There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge on the dispenser. This light will turn orange to tell you that you need to replace the filter soon. The filter cartridge should be replaced when the replacement indicator light turns red or if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Removing the filter cartridge If you are replacing the cartridge, first remove the old one by slowly turning it to the left. Do not pull down on the cartridge. A small amount of water may drip down. NOTE: To reduce the risk associated with property damage due to water leakage, read and follow instructions before installation and use of this system. Installation and use MUST comply with all state and local plumbing codes. Installing the filter cartridge 1 Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the tap to allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately after installation. 2 Line up the arrow on the cartridge and the cartridge holder. Place the top of the new cartridge up inside the holder. Do not push it up into the holder. 3 Slowly turn it to the right until the filter cartridge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN. As you turn the cartridge it will automatically raise Cartridge itself into position. cartridge will Holder move about a 1/2 turn. 4 Run water from the dispenser for 1-1/2 gallons (about three minutes) to clear the system and prevent sputtering. 5 Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad (on some models) on the dispenser for three seconds. NOTE: A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water to spurt from the dispenser. Filter bypass plug You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not available. The dispenser and the icemaker will not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug. Filter Bypass Plug WARNING To reduce the risk associated with choking, do not allow children under 3 years of age to have access to small parts during the installation of this product. The disposable filter cartridge should be replaced every 6 months at the rated capacity, or sooner if noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs. For the maximum benefit of your filtration system, GE recommends the use of GE-branded filters only. Using GE-branded filters in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. GE filters meet rigorous industry NSF standards for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your water. GE has not qualifed non-GE branded filters for use in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE branded filters meet GE's standards for quality, performance and reliability. If you have questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at www.gewaterfilters.com or call GE Parts and Acessories, 800.626.2002. Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service Center. 8