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Water Filter Cartridge
The water filter cartridge is located in the back upper right corner
of the refrigerator compartment.
When to Replace the Filter on Models With a
Replacement Indicator Light
There is a replacement indicator light for the water filter cartridge
on the dispenser. This light will turn orange to tell 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 water dispenser or icemaker decreases.
Removing the Filter Cartridge
If you 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.
Installing the Filter Cartridge
If you are replacing a SmartWater cartridge with an adapter, it
must be removed before installing the cartridge. To remove
the adapter, turn it to the left about 1/4 turn.
If you are replacing a Water by Culligan cartridge, leave the
adapter in place. This adapter will stay in the refrigerator
when you replace future cartridges.
On models without a replacement indicator light, apply the
month and year sticker to the new cartridge to remind you
to replace the filter in six months.
Fill the replacement cartridge with water from the tap to
allow for better flow from the dispenser immediately after
installation.
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 1/2 turn.
Run water from the dispenser for 3 minutes (about 1-1/2
gallons) to clear the system and prevent sputtering.
Press and hold the RESET WATER FILTER pad (on some models)
on the dispenser for 3 seconds.
NOTE: A newly-installed water filter cartridge may cause water
to spurt from the dispenser.
Filter Bypass Plug
You must use the filter bypass plug when a replacement filter
cartridge is not available. The dispenser and the icemaker will
not operate without the filter or filter bypass plug.
To use the filter bypass plug on Water by Culligan models, you must
first remove the filter adapter from the cartridge holder by turning
it to the left.
If you have questions—visit our Website at ge.com,
or call 1.800.GE.CARES (1.800.432.2737).
Replacement filters:
To order additional filter cartridges in the United States,
visit our Website at ge.com, or call GE Parts and
Accessories, 800.626.2002.
MWF
Suggested Retail $38.95–47.95
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the
nearest Camco Service Center.
About the water filter cartridge
Chlorine, Taste and Odor—Lead and Cysts.
Filter
Bypass
Plug
Filter
Bypass
Plug
SmartWater
Water by Culligan
With adapter
Without adapter
Cartridge
Holder
(appearance may vary)
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State of California
Department of Health Services
Water Treatment Device
Certificate Number
169805 -
Date Issued: February 2, 2005
Trademark/Model Designation
MWF MWF
Manufacturer: General Electric Company
The water treatment device(s) listed on this certificate have met the testing requirements pursuant to Section
116830 of the Health and Safety Code for the following health related contaminants:
Microbiological Contaminants and Turbidity
Cysts
Turbidity
Organic Contaminants
Alachlor
Atrazine
Benzene
Carbofuran
Lindane
Mercury
Toxaphene
1,4-dichlorobenzene
2,4-D
Replacement Elements
Inorganic/Radiological Contaminants
Asbestos
Lead
Mercury
300 galRated Service Capacity:
Do not use where water is microbiologically unsafe or with water of unknown quality, except that systems certified for
cyst reduction may be used on disinfected waters that may contain filterable cysts.
Rated Service Flow:
Conditions of Certification:
0.5 gpm
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Manufactured for: General Electric Company, Louisville, KY 40225
EPA EST. No. 070595-MN-001
Performance Data Sheet
SmartWater Filtration System
MWF Cartridge
This system has been tested according to NSF/ANSI 42/53 for reduction of the substances listed below.
The concentration of the indicated substances in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration
less than or equal to the permissible limit for water leaving the system, as specified in NSF/ANSI 42/53.*
(100% safety factors built in for unmetered usage)
Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
Parameter USEPA Influent Influent Effluent % Reduction Min. Required
MCL Challenge Concentration Average Average Maximum Average Minimum Reduction
Chlorine — 2.0 mg/L + 10% 1.96 mg/L 0.06 mg/L 0.11 mg/L 96.77% 94.74% > 50%
T & O — — — — — — — —
Particulate** — ≥ 10,000 particles/mL 6,400,000 #/mL 58,833 #/mL 150,000 #/mL 99.14% 97.97% ≥ 85%
Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Parameter USEPA Influent Influent Effluent % Reduction Min. Required
MCL Challenge Concentration Average Average Maximum Average Minimum Reduction
Turbidity 0.5 NTU 11 +
1 NTU*** 10.5 NTU 0.14 NTU 0.28 NTU 98.54% 97.20% 0.5 NTU
Cysts ≥ 99.95% Reduction Minimum 50,000 L 118,750 #/L < 1 #/L 4 #/L > 99.99% > 99.99% ≥ 99.95%
Asbestos ≥ 99% Reduction 107to 108fibers/L; > 10µm 57 MF/L 0.996 MF/L < 1 MF/L 99.60% 99.39% ≥ 99%
Lead at pH 6.5 0.015 mg/L 0.15 mg/L +
10% 0.1567 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L 99.36% 99.29% 0.010 mg/L
Lead at pH 8.5 0.015 mg/L 0.15 mg/L + 10% 0.1433 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L < 0.001 mg/L 99.30% 99.29% 0.010 mg/L
Mercury at pH 6.5 0.002 mg/L 0.006 mg/L +
10% 0.0059 mg/L 0.000350 mg/L 0.0007 mg/L 94.70% 87.50% 0.002 mg/L
Mercury at pH 8.5 0.002 mg/L 0.006 mg/L + 10% 0.0057 mg/L 0.000325 mg/L 0.0006 mg/L 93.20% 89.29% 0.002 mg/L
Alachlor 0.002 mg/L 0.04 mg/L + 10% 0.0367 mg/L 0.00023 mg/L 0.0004 mg/L 99.34% 98.67% 0.002 mg/L
Lindane 0.0002 mg/L 0.002 mg/L + 10% 0.0020 mg/L < 0.00002 mg/L < 0.00002 mg/L 99.00% 98.95% 0.0002 mg/L
2,4-D 0.070 mg/L 0.210 mg/L +
10% 0.2033 mg/L 0.00337 mg/L 0.011000 mg/L 98.32% 94.50% 0.070 mg/L
Toxaphene 0.003 mg/L 0.015 mg/L +
10% 0.0160 mg/L 0.00100 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 93.44% 91.67% 0.003 mg/L
Benzene 0.005 mg/L 0.015 mg/L + 10% 0.0145 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 96.51% 95.83% 0.005 mg/L
Carbofuran 0.040 mg/L 0.080 mg/L + 10% 0.0830 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 0.001000 mg/L 98.78% 98.65% 0.04 mg/L
1,4 dichlorobenzene
0.075 mg/L 0.225 mg/L + 10% 0.2283 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 0.000500 mg/L 99.78% 99.77% 0.075 mg/L
Atrazine 0.003 mg/L 0.009 mg/L +
10% 0.0087 mg/L < 0.0005 mg/L < 0.0005 mg/L 94.22% 93.33% 0.003 mg/L
* Tested using a flow rate of 0.50 gpm; pressure of 60 psig; pH of 7.5 ± 0.5; temp. of 68° ± 5°F (20° ± 3°C)
** Measurement in Particles/ml. Particles used were 0.5-1 microns
*** NTU=Nephelometric Turbidity units
Operating Specifications
Capacity: certified for up to 300 gallons (1135 l); up to six months for models without a replacement filter indicator light;
up to one year for models with a replacement filter indicator light
Pressure requirement: 40–120 psi (2.8–8.2 bar), non-shock
Temperature: 33–100ºF (0.6–38ºC)
Flow rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 lpm)
General Installation/Operation/Maintenance Requirements
Flush new cartridge at full flow for 3 minutes to purge out trapped air.
Replace cartridge when the indicator light flashes or water flow rate is reduced on non-indicator units.
Special Notices
Installation instructions, parts and service availability, and standard warranty are included with the product when shipped.
This drinking water system must be maintained according to manufacturer’s instructions, including replacement of filter cartridges.
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 water that may contain filterable cysts.
The contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by this water treatment system are not necessarily in your water.
Check for compliance with the state and local laws and regulations.
Note that while the testing was performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary. Systems must
be installed and operated in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended procedures and guidelines.
NSF
®
System Tested and Certified by NSF International against ANSI/NSF Standard 42 & 53 for the reduction of:
Standard No. 42: Aesthetic Effects
Chemical Unit
Chlorine Taste and Odor
Mechanical Filtration Unit
Particulate Reduction, Class I
Standard No. 53: Health Effects
Chemical Reduction Unit
Alachlor and Atrazine Reduction
Benzene and Carbofuran Reduction
1,4 dichlorobenzene and 2,4-D Reduction
Lead and Lindane Reduction
Mercury and Toxaphene Reduction
Mechanical Filtration Unit
Turbidity Reduction
Cyst and Asbestos Reduction
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For Purchases Made In Iowa: This form must be signed and dated by the buyer and seller prior to the consummation of this sale.
This form should be retained on file by the seller for a minimum of two years.
Printed in the United States
05-06 JR
BUYER:
_____________________________________
Name
_____________________________________
Address
_____________________________________
City State Zip
_____________________________________
Signature Date
SELLER:
_____________________________________
Name
_____________________________________
Address
_____________________________________
City State Zip
_____________________________________
Signature Date
Part No. 197D6472P003
Pub. No. 49-60462
LIMITED 30 DAY WARRANTY
• What does this warranty cover?
— Any defect in materials or workmanship in the
manufactured product.
• What does this warranty not cover?
— Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
— Improper installation, delivery or maintenance.
— Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, altered,
used commercially or used for other than the intended
purpose.
— Use of this product where water 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 water that may
contain filterable cysts.
— Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
— Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance, its installation or repair.
• For how long after the original purchase?
— Thirty (30) days.
• How do I make a warranty claim?
— Return to the retailer from which it was purchased, along
with a copy of the “Proof of Purchase.” A new or
reconditioned unit will be provided. This warranty
excludes the cost of shipping the product to your home.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products purchased for home or office
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost
of shipping or service to your home or office.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which
vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are,
consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your
state’s Attorney General.
Contact us at ge.com, or call toll-free at 800.952.5039 in the U.S.,
or 866.777.7627 in Canada.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and
exclusive remedy is product exchange as provided in this
Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the
implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest
period allowed by law.
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