About the automatic icemaker.
A newly-installed refrigerator may take 12-24 hours to begin making ice.
Automatic Icemaker (onsomemodels)
Power Switch
When the refrigerator has been connected to
the water supply,slidethe power switch to the
ONposition.
The icemakerwill fill with water when
it cools to 15°F.When the bin fills to the level
of the feeler arm, the icemaker will stop
producing ice.
Besure nothing interferes with the sweep of
the feeler arm.
About the water filter cartrid e. ConsomemodeU
Throw away the first few batches of iceto
allow the water lineto clear.
The icemaker will produce seven cubes
per cycle-approximately 100-!30
cubes in a 24-hour period, depending on
freezer compartment temperature, room
temperature, number of door openings and
other use conditions.
Youwill hear a buzzing sound each time the
icemakerfills with water.
Water filter cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner of
the refrigerator compartment.
Installing the filter cartridge
[] Fillthe replacement cartridge with water from the tap
to allow for betterflow from the dispenserimmediately
after installation,
When to replace the filter on models []
with e replacement indicator light
There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge
on the dispenser. This light will turn orange to []
teti 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.
When to replace the filter on models
without a replacement indicator light
The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months
or earlier if the flow of water to the dispenser or
icemaker decreases.
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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.
Slowly turn it to the right until the filter
cartridge stops. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
As you turn the cartridge, it will
automatically raise itself into position.
The cartridge will move about a IA turn.
Run water from the dispenser for :1-:1/2gallons (about three
minutes) to clear the system and prevent sputtering.
Press and hold the RESETWATER FILTERpad (on some models) on
the dispenser for three seconds.
NOTE: A newly installed water filter cartridge may cause water
to spurt from the dispenser.
Removing the filter cartridge
Ifyou 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.
CAUTION: 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 lUST comply with all
state and local plumbing codes.
Filter bypass plug
You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter
cartridge is not available. The dispenser end the icemaker will not
operate without the filter or filter bypass plug.
Filter Bypass 2_' \ Jl Filter Bypass
Plug /_ Plug
SmartWater
I Water by Culligon I1_1
To use the filter bypass plug on Water by Culiigan" models,
you must first remove the filter adaptor from the cartridge holder by
turning it to the left.
Z_ 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 GESranded filters only. Using
GESranded 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 hove questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at www.gewoterfilters.com
or call GE Ports and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service Center.