How To Install Water Filter In Fridge

Installing a water filter in a fridge has become common. The water filter location relies on your refrigerator model. The locations are in the freezer compartment right-hand side top, behind the refrigerator, or between the crisper drawers.

Choose the water filter location and follow the steps to install it in your refrigerator. The images vary as per the refrigerator model, while the installation steps are the same. A few things are a matter of concern such as on a hot day having an ice-cold glass of water is refreshing, provided the glass is clear without any floating unidentified objects. The particulates source may be the ice from the ice maker of the refrigerator or the refrigerated water, whatever; it is a must to have filtration. Thus, to save installation time and also the filter-changing time, you may consider buying some inline filter kits coming with a quick change bracket and essential hardware.

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Steps to install water filter in a fridge

Turn the water supply off to the refrigerator. Choose a location such that the water filter location is not openly seen. It should be in a secluded place such that it offers easy access for filter changes later. You may place a bucket at the location under the water line to check for leaks if any during installation.
Mount to the wall the filter bracket using the screws coming with the kit. You may tighten securely the screws and ensure the bracket is immobile.
Wrap the plumbers sealing tape three turns enveloping the bracket side of compression fittings that are supplied with the kit. Thread into the inlet, the fittings, and on the bracket the outlet ports. Check the fittings are secure.
Use a tubing cutter to cut the water line for copper tubing or use a utility knife for plastic. Make sure to inspect the ends so that they are clean and burrs-free.
Slip a nut to the tubing end and follow by a compression ring. You can also install into the plastic tubing end an end stiffener if you find it has come with the kit. Insert the tubing end into the compression fitting and install on the brackets inlet port and tighten securely the compression nut. Repeat the same for the tubing outlet side.
Install in the bracket the filter as per the instructions of the manufacturer. Turn the refrigerator water supply, discard water two gallons for the first time that comes from the dispenser, and check for leaks. If not discard three batches of ice for the first time.

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Useful Tips

Make it a point to locate the filter near the water shutoff valve. Also, keep clearance between the refrigerator and wall, so that changing filter, later on, is trouble-free.
You may secure the tubing using a copper strap in ¼ inches and dispense any loose carbon particles. In case, you notice leaks, tighten fittings or nuts.
Strap to nearby support the filter and take off the stress of the tubing. Also, note the water filter installation date as it needs replacement every six months.

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A few pointers while installing water filter in a fridge

Remove the Vitamin Safe Zone drawer.
Take out the filter panel by rotating the filter clockwise to 90 degrees and go anticlockwise.
Rotate it clockwise 90° to install the new filter and lock it.
Push down the water filter and replace the drawer and the filter panel.
Run water until the water dispenser runs clear water. Approximately 3L or 15 glasses of water, run it down. It will remove air from the hose and clean the hose.
As the dispenser control panel is set on crushed ice or water, hold on the button ‘Select’ for 3 seconds and clear the icon.
The water filter needs changing twice a year and if it requires filter change, an icon appears indicating the need for a filter change. The filter changes depending on the water quantity, the water pressure, and quality.
Changing the filter is required if the water or ice gives some unpleasant taste or odor. If the water entering the refrigerator reduces.

With the installation of the new filter, press the Ice Off button and hold it to reset for 3 seconds. The filter schedule will get reset and the indicator light returns to the original color. For some fridges in selected models featuring Family Hub, you may tap the Fridge Settings/ Fridge Manager/Water Filter and select Reset. The indicator of the filter turns off.

Different types of water filter in your fridge

There are three types of water filter and it needs one to locate the water filter of a refrigerator.

The Push-In: This is a type of water filter located in the refrigerator. You can find it in one of the three places, in the front bottom compartment, inside the refrigerator, or behind the grill in the right upper corner. It features a push-button.
The Twist-In/Quarter-Turn: This is a water filter type that is also known as a twist-in filter. The manufacturer installs the filter within the refrigerator in the right corner, so consider checking for a twist release.
The In-Line: This is a water filter type that is attached at the back of your refrigerator to the incoming water line. You must pull the refrigerator out and check at the back.

Conclusion

If your filter is old, look for its serial number. It helps in finding the filter model for the fridge. If there is no identification number found on the old one, you may search for the exact filter as fitting. Check with your local stores for the filter or buy it online.

An in-line filter or the water line connecting process may be complex. Recommending the right steps changes the types of filters. Remember to turn the water supply off and after completing the installation of the water filter, you can turn the supply of water back. Without fail, use a marker or a felt-tipped pen to note the date, if you install or change a new water filter in the fridge.