Thermador T42BD820NS Use and Care Manual - Page 10
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Style 2 - Dispenser Models The Filter Status lights, located on the Dispenser Control display, will help you know when to change your water filter. Press FILTER to check the status of the water filter. If the filter is new: You must press FILTER to view the filter's status. For a few seconds, the status light will be blue and the display screen will show what percentage of your filter's life remains. If it is almost time to change the filter: The status light will automatically illuminate and will remain on, appearing yellow. The words "ORDER FILTER" will appear on the display screen. Press FILTER to see what percentage of your filter's life remains. You should order the appropriate replacement filter. See "Accessories." If it is time to change the filter: The status light will remain on, changing to red. The words "REPLACE FILTER" and "HOLD BUTTON TO RESET" will appear on the display screen until the filter has been changed and the status light has been reset. To reset the water filter status light: After changing the filter, reset the status light by pressing and holding the FILTER button for 3 seconds. The status light will blink red and change to blue, then turn off when the system is reset. 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 4. Remove the covers from the O-rings. Be sure the O-rings are still in place after the covers are removed. 5. 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. B C A A. Eject button B. Arrow on filter C. Ridge on cap 6. 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. 7. Pull gently on the cap to check that the filter is securely in place. 8. Flush the water system. Depending on your model, see "Water and Ice Dispensers" or "Ice Maker and Storage Bin." Using the Ice Maker Without a Water Filter You can operate the ice maker without a water filter. Your ice will not be filtered. 1. Remove the filter by pressing the eject button and pulling on the cap. See "Changing the Water Filter" earlier in this section. 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. 3. With the cap in a horizontal position, insert the cap into the base grille until it stops. 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. 3. Align the ridge on the cap with the arrow on the new filter and turn the cap until it snaps into place. A B A. Cover B. O-rings 4. Turn the cap counterclockwise until the cap slips into the attachment slot. Then, turn the cap clockwise until it is in a horizontal position. NOTE: The cap will not be even with the base grille. Ice Maker and Storage Bin (on some models - Accessory) IMPORTANT: Flush the water system before turning on the ice maker. See "Water and Ice Dispensers." Allow 24 hours to produce the first batch of ice. Discard the first three batches of ice produced. Allow 3 days to completely fill the ice container. 10