Whirlpool WRS571CIHZ Owners Manual - Page 11
Changing the Water Filter
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Installing the Produce Preserver (on some models) CAUTION: IRRITANT MAY IRRITATE EYES AND SKIN. DANGEROUS FUMES FORM WHEN MIXED WITH OTHER PRODUCTS. Do not mix with cleaning products containing ammonia, bleach or acids. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. Do not breathe dust. Keep out of reach of children. FIRST AID TREATMENT: Contains potassium permanganate. If swallowed, call a Poison Control Center or doctor immediately. Do not induce vomiting. If in eyes, rinse with water for 15 minutes. If on skin, rinse with water. The Produce Preserver pouches should be installed in their housing, which is located along an interior side wall of the crisper or convertible drawer. 5. Slide the cap closed, and check that the indicator is visible through the rectangular hole in the cap. NOTE: The cap will not easily close if the indicator's rear bubble has not been popped. Replacing the Produce Preserver (on some models) The disposable pouches should be replaced every 6 months, when the status indicator has completely changed from white to red. To order replacements, see "Accessories" in the User Instructions or User Guide. 1. Remove the old pouches from the Produce Preserver housing. 2. Remove the old status indicator. 3. Install the new pouches and status indicator using the instructions in the previous sections. Changing the Water Filter ATTENTION IRRITANT Lisez des prudences sur le revers. 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. The water filter status light will help you know when to change your water filter. See "Water Filtration System" in the User Instructions or User Guide. NOTE: If water flow to your water dispenser or ice maker decreases noticeably, change the filter sooner. The filter should be replaced at least every 6 months, depending on your water quality and usage. CAUTION IRRITANT Read cautions on back. NOTE: For best performance, always use two pouches. 1. Remove the Produce Preserver pouches from their packaging. 2. Lift up on the housing in order to remove it from its mounting tab along the wall. 3. Open the housing by pulling up and out on the back of the top of the housing. 4. Place both pouches inside the housing, then snap the housing back together. 5. Place the housing back on the mounting tab along the wall. Installing the Status Indicator (on some models) The Produce Preserver comes with a status indicator, which should be activated and installed at the same time the pouch is installed. 1. Locate the water filter in the top-right corner of the refrigerator compartment. 2. Lift open the filter cover door. The filter will be released and then be ejected as the door is opened. 3. When the door is completely open, pull the filter straight out. NOTE: There may be some water in the filter. Some spilling may occur. Use a towel to wipe up any spills. 4. Take the new filter out of its packaging and remove the cap. Be sure the O-rings are still in place after the cap is removed. B 1. Place the indicator face-down on a firm, flat surface. 2. Apply pressure to the bubble on the back of the indicator, until the bubble pops to activate the indicator. 3. Slide open the cap on the Produce Preserver housing. 4. Place the indicator in the top of the housing, facing outward. A B A. Cap B. O-rings 5. With the arrow pointing up, align the new filter with the filter housing and slide it into place. The filter cover door will automatically begin to close as the new filter is inserted. 11