GE RPWFE4PK Manual

The water filter cartridge is located in the fresh food interior 

on the left side wall, near the top.
Select models use radio frequency identification (RFID) to 

detect leaks and monitor filter status. The RFID technology is 

certified by the FCC.

The filter cartridge should be replaced every six months or 

earlier if 170 gallons of water has been dispensed or the flow 

of water to the dispenser or icemaker decreases.
Touch Screen Models: A filter status message will appear  

on the screen when the water filter needs to be replaced.  

The filter status will automatically update when the filter  

is replaced.
Non-touch Screen Models: A filter indicator light will 

illuminate on the screen when the water filter needs to  

be replaced.

To replace the filter, first remove the old cartridge by  

opening the filter door and pulling on the bottom of the 

cartridge to allow it to swing outward. When the cartridge 

can no longer swing, gently pull to unseat it from the 

cartridge holder. DO NOT TWIST CARTRIDGE. A small  

amount of water may drip out.

1.  Align top of filter with cartridge holder and push until 

cartridge is fully seated. Cartridge should be placed in 

holder so the word FRONT faces outward, and then push  

it securely into place. DO NOT TWIST! 

2.  While continuing to ensure cartridge is fully seated in the 

holder, gently swing the filter inward until it is in position. If 

filter will not swing easily, check to ensure filter is properly 

aligned and fully seated within the cartridge holder. 

3.  Run two gallons of water through the cold water dispenser 

(about 5 minutes) to remove air from the system. 

the dispenser. Use a large pitcher or sports bottle to catch 

the water spray. DO NOT use the hot water dispenser until 

all air is removed from the system.

4.  Reset Filter Status message (non-touch screen models).

Use of the hot water dispenser prior to purging air from the 

system may result in spurting of hot water and lead to hot 

water scalding. Follow the instructions above to purge all air 

from the system through the cold water dispenser prior to 

using the hot water dispenser.
Note: It is normal for water to appear discolored during the 

initial system flush. Water color will return to normal after 

first few minutes of dispensing.

To reduce the risk of property damage due to water leakage, 

you 

MUST use the filter bypass plug when a replacement 

filter cartridge is not available. The dispenser and icemaker 

will not operate without either the filter or bypass plug 

installed. The bypass plug is installed in the same way as  

a filter cartridge.

during the installation of this product. The disposable filter cartridge should be replaced every 6 months at the rated capacity, 

or sooner if a noticeable reduction in flow rate occurs.
For the maximum benefit of your filtration system, GE recommends the use of GE-branded filters only. Using GE-branded filters 

in GE and Hotpoint

®

 refrigerators provides optimal performance and reliability. GE filters meet rigorous industry NSF standards 

for safety and quality that are important for products that are filtering your water. GE has not qualified non-GE-branded filters 

for use in GE and Hotpoint refrigerators and there is no assurance that non-GE-branded filters meet GE’s standards for quality, 

performance and reliability.
If you have questions, or to order additional filter cartridges, visit our website at www.geapplianceparts.com or call GE 

Parts and Accessories, 800.626.2002.
Customers in Canada should consult the yellow pages for the nearest Camco Service Center.

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