About the GE
®
AFPWF water filter cartridge.
Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located on the underside of the
dispenser housing.
When to replace the filter cartridge
The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or
earlier if 170 gallons of water has been dispensed or the flow of
water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
Water Filter Control Panel: Filter status will be indicated by 3
LED lights:
Green / Good
Yellow / Replace
Red / Expired
The “yellow” LED light indicates that the filter should be replaced;
the consumer has a 2 week period to replace the filter before
the LED will turn “red”.
Removing the water filter cartridge
To remove the water filter or bypass plug, swing the water
filter or bypass plug down until it stops (45°) and gently pull it
toward you to unseat it from the holder. DO NOT TWIST THE
FILTER OR BYPASS PLUG.
Installing the Water Filter Cartridge or Bypass
Plug
1. Align the water filter cartridge or bypass plug into the water
filter cartridge or bypass plug holder. The keys on the sides of
the water filter cartridge or bypass plug will seat into key slots
on the inside of the holder.
2. Push the water filter cartridge or bypass plug straight into
the opening and continue to push as you swing the water
filter cartridge or bypass plug upward until it snaps into
place. DO NOT TWIST THE FILTER OR BYPASS PLUG.
3. If the water filter cartridge or bypass plug will not swing
easily, check to ensure it is properly aligned and fully
seated into the holder. A newly installed water filter
cartridge or bypass plug may cause water to drip from
the dispenser.
4. Upon a new installation or filter change, place the pitcher
under the dispenser housing and allow it to fully fill. Then
immediately pour it down the drain, repeating for 2 more
times to dispense approximately 2 gallons. This will remove all
of the air from the system.
5. Reset the filter status on the housing, after installing the new
filter, by holding the Filter Change button for 3 seconds. The
filter indicator light above “Good” will turn green over for
Water Filter Status.
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.
Filter Bypass Plug
To reduce the risk of property damage due to water leaks, you
MUST use the filter bypass plug when a replacement water filter
cartridge is not available. The dispenser will not operate without
either the water filter cartridge or bypass plug installed. The
water filter 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.
For maximum benefit, GE recommends the use of GE-brand filters only. If you have questions, or to order additional filter
cartridges, visit our website at www.gewaterfilters.com or call GE Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service Center.
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