Insignia NS-GEMW531 Quick Setup Guide

	GE®
	MWF, GWF, GWFA, GWF01, GWF06, MWFA, WR02X11020, WR02X11287,
	WR02X11290, WR2M3552, WR97X10006
	Hotpoint®

	HWFA, HWF, MWF, MWFA
QUICK SETUP GUIDE	Kenmore®/ Sears®
	9991, 469991, 46-9991, 9996, 469996, 46-9996

Refrigerator	GENERAL INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
Filter	• This water filter is designed to prevent leaks. Please twist in place securely to
	• It is normal for black carbon particles to appear on the outside of your new
	filter during shipping. Simply wipe it away before installation.
NS-GEMW531	ensure a proper fit.
	1 Twist the old filter a quarter-turn counterclockwise.
	2 Pull the filter straight down and discard.
PACKAGE CONTENTS	3 Push the new filter up into the refrigerator until it stops.
	4 Twist the filter a quarter-turn clockwise.
• Refrigerator filter(s) (1 or 2 pack)	5 Run about two to three gallons of water through your refrigerator’s water
• Quick Setup Guide	dispenser to remove air and loose carbon pieces. The water may be cloudy
	and sputter until the air is removed.
	6 Reset your“change filter”indicator (if your refrigerator has one). See below.
	BEFORE USING YOUR FILTER
	If your refrigerator has a change filter indicator, reset it.
	See“Resetting your filter indicator”for instructions.
	RESETTING YOUR FILTER INDICATOR
	Note: These are the most common filter reset instructions. If the instructions don’t work
	for your refrigerator brand, see the documentation that came with your refrigerator.

	REFRIGERATOR		INSTRUCTIONS
	BRAND

	GE®or Hotpoint®	Press and hold the reset water filter button on the
			dispenser for three seconds.

	Kenmore®		The water filter reset for Kenmore refrigerators varies by model.
			See the documentation that came with your refrigerator.

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

TROUBLESHOOTING

System Model No.: EFF-6013S

Replacement Filter No.: NS-GEMW531

PROBLEM

SOLUTION

Operating Specifications:

My refrigerator is

• Make sure that the filter is securely connected

Operating Temperature: 33°F-100°F (0.6°C-38°C)

not dispensing

to the receiver. Do not use tools to tighten the

Working Pressure: 20 psi-100 psi (140 kPa-689 kPa)

water

filter in place.

• Make sure that the water line to the refrigerator

Rated Capacity: 300 gallons (1,137 litres)

is turned on. The valve must be completely

Flow Rate: 0.5 gpm (1.9 Ipm)

open for the refrigerator to receive water.

• Make sure that the refrigerator door is closed or

Substance Reduction:

the dispenser will not work.

The system has been tested and certified by the NSF International according to NSF/ANSI Standards 42

My water dispenser

• A few drops are normal. If the water is dripping

and 53 for the reduction of the substances listed below. The concentration of the indicated substances

is dripping

constantly, have a service technician check your

in water entering the system was reduced to a concentration less than or equal to the permissible limit

refrigerator’s water valve.

for the water leaving the system, as specified by NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53. While testing was

performed under standard laboratory conditions, actual performance may vary.

Inf.

NSF Specified

Ave. %

Average

Max Permissible

NSF

NSF Test

My water is cloudy

• Cloudy water is caused by microscopic air

Substance

Concentration

Reduction

Product Water

Reduction

or contains black

bubbles. Run two to three gallons of water

Average

Challenge

(%)

Concentration

Requirements

Report

carbon pieces

from your dispenser to clear the air bubbles

Chlorine Taste

1.9 mg/L

2.0 mg/L ± 10%

95.70%

0.082 mg/L

N/A

≥50%

J-00295502

out.

and Odor

Benzene

15 ug/L

15 ug/L ± 10%

96.60%

0.5 ug/L

N/A

J-00268283

• Black carbon pieces in the water are normal

Carbofuran

73 ug/L

73 ug/L ± 10%

98.40%

2 ug/L

40 ug/L

N/A

J-00268284

and appear with all carbon filters. Run two to

Lead (pH 8.5)

140 ug/L

140 ug/L ± 10%

99.60%

0.5 ug/L

10 ug/L

N/A

J-00268279

three gallons of water through your dispenser

Lead (pH 6.5)

140 ug/L

140 ug/L ± 10%

99.60%

0.5 ug/L

10 ug/L

N/A

J-00268280

to remove loose carbon pieces.

Cyst

120,000

minimum50000oocysts/L

99.99%

1 oocysts/L

N/A

≥99.95%

J-00263594

My new filter is

• Noises and sputtering are caused by trapped

oocysts/L

Endrin

6 ug/L

6 ug/L ± 10%

93.60%

0.3 ug/L

2 ug/L

N/A

J-00296278

making noises or

air pockets. Run two to three gallons of water

Mercury (pH 8.5)

6 ug/L

6 ug/L ± 10%

92.30%

0.5 ug/L

2 ug/L

N/A

J-00326152

sputtering

from your dispenser to push the air out.

Mercury (pH 6.5)

6ug/L

6 ug/L ± 10%

93.80%

0.3 ug/L

2 ug/L

N/A

J-00268282

• Please reinstall the new filter as instructed and

make sure that the filter is securely connected

to the receiver. Do not use tools to tighten the

CERTIFICATIONS:

filter in place.

Tested and Certified by NSF International in Model

My water tastes bad

• If you do not use your water dispenser for more

EFF-6013S against NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53

than four days, run two gallons of water

for the reduction of the claims specified on the

through the dispenser before using it.

Performance Data Sheet.

• Make sure that you replace your filter every

REPLACEMENT

three to six months to prevent bacteria growth.

ELEMENT

STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For complete warranty, visit www.insigniaproducts.com.

• Replace your filter every three to six months to prevent

bacteria and fungus growth in your filter, supply lines, and

storage tank.

CONTACT INSIGNIA

• Stored filters do not expire. Keep your unused filters in a

1-877-467-4289 (U.S. and Canada) or 01-800-926-3000 (Mexico)

cool, dark, and dry place until you need them.

www.insigniaproducts.com

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

days, run two gallons of water before using it to prevent

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