If you notice a change in the normal taste of the water coming from your refrigerator dispenser, you might have reached the point where your water filter is due for a change. The task of changing your filter might seem daunting at first, but it is important to note that the regular maintenance, and changing of your filter is the optimal choice for guaranteeing that your water remains tasty and free and bacteria free.
We provide a thorough guide on when and how to change your fridge’s water filter to keep your H2O fresh and healthy.
How often should you be changing the filter?
The recommended timeframe for water-filter changing is between six months to a year. Changing your filter, regularly is best for avoiding any nasty surprises of the following:
- Build-up of minerals
- Contamination
Signs that you need to change your filter:
- Water released will have a likely off-putting taste.
- Flashing red light from your fridge (this will depend on the model).
- Clogging
- Water dispensers will struggle to properly release water.
- Cloudy or discoloured water.
Steps on how to change your refrigerator water- filter:
1.) Gently remove your water-filter from the fridge door.
2.) Unlock your filter carefully and pull it out.
3.) Place the new filter into the same place that the old one was.
4.) Once the filter has been placed, ensure that you lock it in place.
5.) Place the cover back on.
6.) With the filter now in place, check to see if the water is working.
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