October 27, 2020

How to replace eject-and-slide-out refrigerator water filters

Replacing eject-and-slide-out water filters.
Replacing eject-and-slide-out water filters.

In this video, we show you how to replace a refrigerator water filter that you eject and slide out.

To keep your refrigerator's ice and water fresh-tasting and clean, remember to change your water filter when you notice the water flow slowing, or every 6 months.

These instructions work for water filter part numbers 9081, EDR1RXD1, 9999, ULTRAWF, WF3CB and 00750673. Check out our water filter finder if you're not sure which filter is correct for your refrigerator. And if you're having problems removing or replacing your filter, these tips can help.

Hi, Wayne here from Sears PartsDirect. Today we're going to show you how to replace a refrigerator water filter that you eject and slide out.

Where to find a water filter that you eject and slide out

You'll find eject-and-slide-out water filters inside the refrigerator at top right or below the door in the bottom grille.

How to replace the water filter on the inside top right

  1. Open the filter cover door.

  2. Pull the filter out of the housing.

  3. With the alignment arrow pointing up, slide the new filter into the housing until it stops.

  4. Close the water filter cover door.

  5. Run 2 gallons of water through the water dispenser to purge air and residue.

  6. Reset the water filter replacement reminder light.

How to replace the water filter in the bottom grille

  1. Open the filter cover door.

  2. Pull the filter out of the housing.

  3. With the alignment arrow pointing to the left, slide the new filter into the housing until it stops.

  4. Close the water filter cover door.

  5. Run 2 gallons of water through the water dispenser to purge air and residue.

  6. Reset the water filter replacement reminder light.

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