Basic Information

• Part Name: Kenmore Refrigerator Water Filter 9490
• Category Refrigeration Filtration
• Primary Function This part is designed to remove impurities and contaminants from the refrigerator's water supply, ensuring clean, fresh-tasting water and ice.

Technical Specifications

• Power Rating Not applicable (passive filtration component)
• Material Activated carbon and charcoal filtration media within a plastic housing

Installation & Compatibility

• Compatible Models This filter is compatible with a range of Kenmore and Kenmore side-by-side and bottom-freezer refrigerators.
• Installation Difficulty Easy - Typically, it involves a simple twist-and-lock mechanism that requires no tools.
• Tools Required No tools required for installation

Additional Information

The Kenmore Refrigerator Water Filter (ADQ73613402) is essential for maintaining the water quality in your refrigerator. It reduces the taste and odor of chlorine, as well as lead, mercury, asbestos, and benzene, to provide safer drinking water. The filter usually lasts for approximately six months or 200 gallons of water, depending on usage and water quality. Common issues that this filter can resolve include unpleasant taste or smell in the water and ice, as well as sediment or particulate matter. When installing, it is recommended to flush approximately 2.5 gallons of water through the filter before use to remove any carbon fines or loose particles. Always ensure the filter is properly locked in place to prevent leaks or water bypass.