Insignia NS-WF26FD9-1

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

• Refrigerator water lter

• Quick Setup Guide

FEATURES

• Works with Insignia French Door Refrigerators (NS-RFD26SS9,

NS-RFD26CXSS0, NS-RFD21CXSS0, and NS-RFD21CISS0)

• NSF 53 certied to remove contaminants, including chlorine,

asbestos, cysts, lead, mercury, o-dichlorobenzene, carbofuran,

benzene, atrazine, and toxaphene

• Keeps benecial minerals that are good for your health

• Improves taste and removes odor for more palatable food and

drinks

• Lasts up to six months or 300 gallons (1,136 L)

• Eliminates cloudiness for fresh, clear drinking water

GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES

• It is normal for black carbon particles to appear on the outside of your

lter. This happens when the lter is moved during shipping. It is safe,

simply wipe it o.

• The lter connectors are large to prevent leaks. You might have

to twist the lter hard to make sure the connection is secure.

INSTALLING YOUR WATER FILTER

To drink the freshest and cleanest water from your refrigerator, change

the lter every six months or when the icon starts blinking.

1 Shut o the water supply, then turn o the water shuto valve on

your refrigerator.

2 Turn the old water lter about 1/4 turn counter-clockwise, then pull

the lter out of the lter holder. Depending on water impurities, you

may have to pull hard to remove the lter.

Note: When you pull out the water lter, a little water may leak from the

opening. This is normal. To minimize the water leakage, keep the lter

horizontal when you pull it out.

3 Pull out the water lter tray, then empty the tray. Dry around the lter

opening with a dry cloth, then put the tray back in.

4 Insert the new water lter into the water lter holder.

5 While turning the new lter clockwise, push it all the way into the

holder until it locks into place.

6 Turn on the shuto valve and the water supply, then run water

through the dispenser until the water runs clear (about ve minutes).

This cleans the water supply system and removes any trapped air.

7 Open the refrigerator door and make sure that no water leaks from

the water lter.

Note: If leaks occur, repeat the installation steps. If leaks persist, discontinue

use and call customer service.

8 After you install the new lter, press and hold both the On/O and

Super Freeze buttons for about three seconds to turn o the icon.

Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.

QUICK SETUP GUIDE

Refrigerator

Water Filter

NS-WF26FD9-1

Flat size (W×H): 12.36 × 5.83 in. (313.94 × 148 mm)

Final folded size: 4.12 × 5.83 in. (104.6 × 148 mm)

SOLUTION

• Make sure that you soak your lter in water for 15 minutes before installing.

• Make sure that the lter is securely connected to the lter holder. Do not use

tools to tighten the lter in place.

• Make sure that the water line to the refrigerator is turned on. The valve must

be completely open for the refrigerator to receive water.

• Make sure that the refrigerator door is closed or the dispenser will not work.

• A few drops are normal. If the water is dripping constantly, have a service

technician check your refrigerator’s water valve.

• Cloudy water is caused by microscopic air bubbles. Run two to three gallons

of water from your dispenser to clear the air bubbles out.

• Black carbon particles in the water are normal and appear with all carbon

lters. Run two to three gallons of water through your dispenser to remove

loose carbon particles.

• Make sure that you soak your lter in water for 15 minutes before installing.

• Noises and sputtering are caused by trapped air pockets. Run two to three

gallons of water from your dispenser to push the air out.

• If you do not use your water dispenser for more than four days, run two

gallons of water through the dispenser before using it.

• Make sure that you replace your lter every six months to prevent bacteria

growth.

PROBLEM

My refrigerator is not

dispensing water

My water dispenser is

dripping

My water is cloudy or

contains black carbon

particles

My new lter is

making noises or

sputtering

My water tastes bad

TROUBLESHOOTING

STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE

• Replace your lter every six months to prevent bacteria and fungus

growth in your lter, supply lines, and storage tank.

• Stored lters do not expire. Keep your unused lters in a cool, dark,

and dry place until you need them.

• If you do not use your water dispenser for more than four days, run

two gallons of water before using it to prevent bad tasting water.

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Need help?

Do you have a question about the Insignia NS-WF26FD9-1 and is the answer not in the manual?

The Insignia Refrigerator Water Filter (NS-WF26FD9-1) is a replacement water filter designed for use with Insignia French Door Refrigerators, specifically models NS-RFD26SS9, NS-RFD26CXSSO, NS-RFD21CXSSO, and NS-RFD21CISSO. Its primary function is to provide fresh, clear, and better-tasting drinking water by reducing various contaminants.

Function Description:

This water filter is NSF 53 certified, meaning it has been independently tested and verified to reduce a range of contaminants. These include chlorine (for improved taste and odor), asbestos, cysts, lead, mercury, o-dichlorobenzene, carbofuran, benzene, atrazine, and toxaphene. While removing these harmful substances, the filter is designed to keep beneficial minerals that are good for health. It also helps eliminate cloudiness in drinking water. The filter operates on a chemical/mechanical reduction principle.

Important Technical Specifications:

Flow Rate: 0.5 GPM (1.9 LPM)
Pressure Range: 30 - 125 psi (207-862 kPa)
Temperature Range: 34-100 °F (1-38 °C)
Service Life: 6 months
Capacity: 300 gallons (1,136 L)
Flushing Time: 5 minutes (initial flush after installation)
Certifications: NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 by NSF International.
Contaminant Reduction Claims (based on NSF testing):
- Chlorine, Taste, and Odor: 97.5% reduction (≥50% required)
- Particulate, Class 1 (>0.5µm to <1µm): 99.7% reduction (≥85% required)
- Asbestos: >99% reduction (99% required)
- Cyst: >99.99% reduction (99.95% required)
- Lead (pH 6.5 & 8.5): >99.3% reduction (0.010 mg/L max product water)
- Mercury (pH 6.5 & 8.5): 96.6% & 95.9% reduction (0.002 mg/L max product water)
- O-Dichlorobenzene: >99.9% reduction (0.6 mg/L max product water)
- Carbofuran: 98.7% reduction (0.04 mg/L max product water)
- Benzene: >97.0% reduction (0.005 mg/L max product water)
- Atrazine: >94.8% reduction (0.003 mg/L max product water)
- Turbidity: 99.1% reduction (0.5 NTU max product water)
- Toxaphene: >93.8% reduction (0.003 mg/L max product water)

Usage Features:

The filter is designed for easy installation and replacement.

Installation Process:
1. Shut off the water supply to the refrigerator.
2. Turn the old filter 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and pull it out. Note that some water leakage is normal; keep the filter horizontal to minimize it.
3. Pull out and empty the water filter tray, then dry the opening and replace the tray.
4. Insert the new filter into the holder.
5. Push the new filter all the way in while turning it clockwise until it locks.
6. Turn on the water supply and run water through the dispenser for about five minutes until it runs clear. This flushes the system and removes trapped air.
7. Check for leaks. If leaks persist, repeat installation or contact customer service.
8. After installation, press and hold both the On/Off and Super Freeze buttons for about three seconds to turn off the filter indicator icon on your refrigerator.
Operating Notices:
- Do not use with microbiologically unsafe water or water of unknown quality without adequate disinfection.
- Systems certified for cyst reduction can be used on disinfected water that may contain filterable cysts.
- For cold water only.
- Actual performance may vary based on water impurities and operating conditions.
- Ensure compliance with state and local laws and regulations.
- Install and operate according to manufacturer's guidelines.
- Spent adsorption media will not be regenerated or reused.

Maintenance Features:

Replacement Schedule: The filter should be replaced every six months or when the filter indicator icon on the refrigerator starts blinking, whichever comes first. This prevents bacteria and fungus growth.
Flushing for Optimal Taste: If the water dispenser has not been used for more than four days, run two gallons of water through it before use to prevent bad-tasting water.
Storage: Unused filters do not expire and should be stored in a cool, dark, and dry place until needed.
Troubleshooting:
- No water dispensing: Ensure the filter is securely connected, the water line is on, and the refrigerator door is closed. Soaking the filter in water for 15 minutes before installation can also help.
- Dripping dispenser: A few drops are normal. Constant dripping may indicate a faulty water valve requiring service.
- Cloudy water/black particles: Cloudy water is due to air bubbles; run 2-3 gallons to clear. Black carbon particles are normal with all carbon filters; run 2-3 gallons to flush them out.
- Noises/sputtering: Caused by trapped air pockets; run 2-3 gallons to push air out. Soaking the filter for 15 minutes before installation can help.
- Bad-tasting water: Replace the filter every six months and flush two gallons if not used for more than four days.

The product is manufactured by Microfilter Co., Ltd. in Korea. It comes with a one-year limited warranty. For customer service, contact Insignia via phone or their website.