October 23, 2023

How to Replace the Water Filter in a Gibson Refrigerator

Manufacturers recommend replacing a refrigerator water filter every 6 months, or sooner if water flow slows. This is because the filter loses the ability to effectively remove impurities and contaminants from water over time. The filter could also become so clogged with contaminants that the water won’t flow the filter. Fortunately, changing the filter is a quick task that anyone can do.

Gibson offers a wide variety of refrigerators, and the water filters used vary by model. Learning how to change the water filter in your Gibson refrigerator will depend on the refrigerator style you have, the location of the water filter in your refrigerator, and the filter part number. If you’re unsure what filter goes in your Gibson refrigerator, use the filter finder in our Gibson refrigerator water filter collection.

The tables below lists the Gibson water filter part numbers by refrigerator style, with links to step-by-step instruction videos. Read on to learn how to replace the water filter in your refrigerator.

How to change the water filter in a Gibson side-by-side refrigerator

Filter number	Removal method	Location	How-to video
WF2CB	Push button to eject	Inside top-right	How to replace a push-button-to-eject water filter
WFCB, WFCB2PAK	Remove cup filter cover	inside top-right	How to replace a remove-cup-filter-cover water filter

Step-by-step instructions by Gibson water filter part number

How to replace a push-button-to-eject water filter

The push-button-to-eject Gibson water filter is WF2CB

Turn off the ice maker.
Push the eject button.
Pull the filter out of the housing.
Push the new filter into the housing until it clicks.
Turn on the ice maker.
Run 2 gallons of water through the water dispenser to purge air and residue.
Reset the water filter replacement reminder light.

How to replace a remove-cup-filter-cover water filter

The remove-cup-filter-cover Gibson water filters are WFCB and WFCB2PAK.

Twist the filter cover cup to the left and remove it from the filter housing.
Pull the filter out of the housing.
With the filter nozzle pointing up, insert the new filter into the housing.
Reinstall the water filter cover.
Run 2 gallons of water through the water dispenser to purge air and residue.
Reset the water filter replacement reminder light

Installing and replacing an external in-line water filter

If your refrigerator doesn't have a built-in water filter, you can add one in the water line behind the refrigerator. See how easy it is to install or replace an inline water filter using Frigidaire water filter 5304492441.

Looking for DIY repair advice to fix a problem with your refrigerator? Check out our refrigerator repair help page for symptoms and troubleshooting tips, error codes and repair guides.

If you’re having problems removing your old filter or installing the new one, check out our video How Do You Remove a Stuck Water Filter.