Kenmore 5786 Use and Care Guide - Page 14

After changing the water filter, reset the status light by pressing and holding the FILTER button for 3 seconds. The status light will change from Replace (red) to New/Good (green) when the system is reset. Style 1 ,_new good order L replace PRESS & HOLD TO RESET Style 2 GOOD ORDER REPLACE Filter Status Do not use with water that is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality without adequate disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts. 3. Take the new cartridge out of its packaging and remove the covers from O-rings. A. Cover B. O-ring 4, Place the cap (removed in Step 2) on the new filter. Align the ridge on the cap with the arrow on the filter. Turn the cap clockwise until it snaps into place. Changing the Water Filter The water filter is located in the base grille below the freezer compartment door. It is not necessary to remove the base grille to remove the filter. 1. Remove the filter by pressing the eject button and pulling straight out on the filter cap. NOTES: Avoid twisting the cap when removing the filter because this could cause the cap to come off. If this occurs, replace the cap and pull the filter straight out. • There will be water in the filter. Some spilling may occur. A B A. Eject button B. Filter cap 2. Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise until it stops. IMPORTANT: Do not discard the cap. It is part of your refrigerator. Keep the cap to use with the replacement filter. A. Eject button B. Arrow on filter C. Ridge on cap 5. Push the new filter into the opening in the base grille. As the filter is inserted, the eject button will depress. The eject button will pop back out when the filter is fully engaged. 6. Pull gently on the cap to check that the filter is securely in place. 7. Flush the water system. See "Flushing the Water System After Changing Filter." Flushing the Water System After Changing Filter After connecting the refrigerator to a water source, flush the water system. Use a sturdy container to depress and hold the water dispenser lever for 5 seconds, then release it for 5 seconds. Repeat until water begins to flow. Once water begins to flow, continue depressing and releasing the dispenser lever (5 seconds on, 5 seconds off) for an additional 5 minutes. This will flush air from the filter and water dispensing system. Additional flushing may be required in some households. NOTE: As air is cleared from the system, water may spurt out of the dispenser. 14