Troubleshooting Tips
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Problem
Possible Causes
What to Do
Water filter indicator light
remains lit after replacing filter
Water filter indicator must be reset
Non-LCD models:
-Press and hold reset button.
LCD models:
-On the LCD screen select
SETTINGS, then WATER FILTER. Select
RESET.
Water filter indicator light is not lit
This is normal. This indicator will turn
on to tell you that you need to replace
the filter soon.
See About the Water Filter for more
information.
Handle is loose/handle has a gap.
Handle needs adjusting
See Attach Fresh Food Handle and
Attach the Freezer Handle sections for
detailed instructions.
Refrigerator beeping
This is door alarm
-Turn off or disable with door closed
-If door open and alarm is sounding, you
can only snooze the alarm
Not cooling
The cooling system is off
See About Controls.
Water has poor taste/odor*
Water dispenser has not been used
for a long time
Dispense water, until all water in system
is replenished.
Water in glass is warm*
Normal when refrigerator is first
installed
Wait 24 hours for the refrigerator to
completely cool down.
Water dispenser has not been used
for a long time
Dispense water, until all water in system
is replenished
Water system has drained
Allow several hours for replenished
supply to chill
Water dispenser does not work*
Water supply line turned off or not
connected
See Installing the Water Line
Water filter clogged or filter/bypass
plug not installed
Replace filter cartridge or remove filter
and install bypass plug
Air may be trapped in the water
system
Press the dispenser arm for at least 5
minutes.
Water in reservoir is frozen because
the controls are set too cold
Set the refrigerator control to a warmer
setting and wait 24 hours. If the water
does not dispense after 24 hours, call for
service
Water spurting from dispenser*
Newly installed filter cartridge
Run water from the dispenser for 5
minutes (about 2 gallons)
*Select Models Only