GE PFE29PSDSS Owners Manual - Page 12

$ERXWWKH*(Š53:)ZDWHUILOWHUFDUWULGJH *($SSOLDQFHVFRP Water Filter Cartridge The water filter cartridge is located in one of the following places: Bottom-freezer (BF) refrigerators: - In the left-hand fresh food door (recessed in the door flange). - In the fresh food interior on the left side wall, near the top. Side-by-side (SxS) refrigerators: - In the bottom of the fresh food compartment. Access the filter using the flip cover without moving the vegetable pan. (Note: May have to move the pan to access in counter-depth models) When to replace the filter cartridge The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or earlier if the flow of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases. Touch Screen Models: A filter status message will appear on the screen when the water filter needs to be replaced. The filter status message must be reset manually. The "Water Filter: Replace" status message can be reset by entering the Settings menu from the home screen. Then, select the Water Filter menu and press the RESET button. This will reset the filter status. Non-touch Screen Models: A filter indicator message will illuminate in the screen when the water filter needs to be replaced. This light must be reset by pressing and holding the Reset Filter button for three seconds. The filter cartridge has an expected life of six months and should be replaced when indicated by the filter indicator on the refrigerator, or sooner if a significant reduction in flow occurs. Installing the Filter Cartridge 1. Align top of filter with cartridge holder and push until cartridge is fully seated. 2. While continuing to ensure cartridge is fully seated in the holder, gently rotate the filter (inward for BF models or downward for SxS models) until it can no longer rotate. If rotation is difficult, check to ensure filter is properly aligned and fully seated within the holder. 'RQRWWZLVW 3. Run water from the dispenser (approx. 2 gallons or about 5 minutes) to clear any particles and remove air from the system. 4. Reset Filter Status. Touch Screen Models: Access RESET button through the Water Filter menu. Non-touch Screen Models: Press and hold the Reset Filter button for three seconds. Note: A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water to spurt from the dispenser during the first 5 minutes of operation. Use a large pitcher or sports bottle to catch the water spray. Note: It is normal for water to appear discolored during the initial system flush. Water color will return to normal after first few minutes of dispensing. Removing the filter cartridge To replace the filter, first remove the old cartridge by gently lifting the filter away from housing until first release, then lift again to remove. DO NOT TWIST. A small amount of water may drip out. Filter Bypass Plug To reduce the risk of property damage due to water leakage, you MUST use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter cartridge is not available. The dispenser and icemaker will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug installed. The bypass plug is installed in the same way as a filter cartridge. 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 a 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 qualified 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.geapplianceparts.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002. Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service Center.