Download Article Show Download Article Refrigerators have filters to remove contaminants from your water and ice dispenser, but you need to replace them every 6 months to keep them fresh. Kenmore fridges either have a filter inside the fridge near the top of the machine, or they have the filter on the bottom underneath the doors. Both types of filter require a minimal amount of work, so just be sure you have a replacement filter that fits your fridge model!
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Advertisement ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX All you need to change a water filter in a Kenmore Refrigerator is a replacement that matches the model of your fridge. If the water filter is located on the interior, locate it in either one of the top corners of the fridge. Simply twist it counterclockwise to pull it out. Place the new filter into the compartment and twist it clockwise to tightly lock it in. Once the filter is replaced, hold down the “Filter Reset” button near the water dispenser for 3 seconds so that it can detect the change. For exterior water filters, find it within the grill below the doors. Twist the filter dial counterclockwise to remove it. Then, replace the old filter with the new one by sliding it into place until it feels secure. Place the filter back into the grill in the fridge and turn it clockwise to lock it in. Hold down the “Filter Reset” button for 3 seconds so that the fridge recognizes the replacement. For more information on changing a water filter in a Kenmore Refrigerator, like what to do with your old filter, read on. Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 286,566 times. Reader Success Stories
Did this article help you?How do I know which water filter my fridge takes?Filters are usually labeled with their name and part number, but you can also use our Fridge Filter Finder tool to order the right filter for your fridge. Also, your refrigerator model number should be printed on a label that's place in your fridge.
Are Kenmore and Whirlpool water filters the same?Kenmore products also include accessories like refrigerator water filters produced by various brands. The models 46-9906, 46-9910 and 46-9911 are all units created by Frigidaire. Model Numbers 46-9010, 46-9020, 46-9030 and 46-9902 all correspond to refrigerator water filter models manufactured by Whirlpool.
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