LG LFX31915ST - Manual (Page 39)

39 MAINTENANCE
ENGLISH
Replacing the Water Filter
It is recommended that you replace the water
filter:
Ap y proximately every six months.
When the water filter y
indicator turns on.
When the water dispenser
y
output decreases.
When the ice cubes are
y
smaller than normal.
Before Replacing the Water Filter:
If the top shelf, located below the water filter, is
in the highest position, it will need to be removed
prior to replacing the water filter.
To remove any shelf—Tilt
up the front of the shelf in
the direction of and lift it
in the direction of .
Pull the shelf out.
1 Remove the old water filter.
Lower or remove the top left y
shelf to allow the water filter
to rotate all the way down.
Press the push button to
y
open the water filter cover.
NOTE: Replacing the water fi lter causes a small
amount of water (around 1 oz. or 25 cc) to drain.
Place a cup under the front end of the water
fi lter cover to collect any leaking water. Hold the
water fi lter upright, once it is removed, to prevent
any remaining water from spilling out of the water
fi lter.
Pull the water filter y
downward and pull out.
Make sure to rotate the filter
down completely before
pulling it out of the manifold
hole.
2 Replace with a new water filter.
Take the new water filter out of its packing y
and remove the protective cover from the
o-rings. With water
filter tabs in the
horizontal position,
push the new
water filter into the
manifold hole until it
stops.
Rotate the water filter up into y
position and close the cover.
The cover will click when
closed correctly.
3 After the water filter is replaced, dispense
2.5 gallons of water (flush for approximately
5 minutes) to remove trapped air and
contaminates from the system. Do not
dispense the entire 2.5 gallon amount
continuously. Depress and release the
dispenser pad for cycles of 30 seconds ON
and 60 seconds OFF.
4 Water Filter Bypass Plug
Keep the water filter
bypass plug. You
MUST use the water
filter bypass plug
when a replacement
water filter cartridge
is not available.
Water Filter
Bypass Plug
CAUTION
DO NOT operate refrigerator without
water filter or water filter plug installed.
NOTE
To purchase a replacement water filter: y
- Visit your local dealer or distributor
- Web: Find Parts & Accessories from
Support section of lg.com
- Call : 1-800-243-0000 (USA)
1-888-542-2623 (Canada)
Part number of the replacement water y
filter: ADQ36006101