Jenn-Air JCD2295KEP, Use & Care Manual

20

W

ATER

F

ILTER

Water Filter Removal and
Installation 

(select models)

To avoid serious illness or death, do not use
refrigerator where water is unsafe or of unknown
quality without adequate disinfection before or after
use of filter.

WARNING

After installing a new water filter, always
dispense water for two minutes before
removing the filter for any reason. Air trapped in
system may cause water and cartridge to eject.
Use caution when removing.

• The bypass cap does not filter water. Be sure to

have replacement cartridge available when filter
change is required.

• If water filtration system has been allowed to

freeze, replace filter cartridge.

• If system has not been used for several months, or

water has an unpleasant taste or odor, flush
system by dispensing water for two to three
minutes. If unpleasant taste or odor persists,
change filter cartridge.

CAUTION

Initial Installation

The water filter is located in the upper right-hand
corner of the fresh food compartment.

1. Remove blue bypass cap and

retain for later use.

2. Remove sealing label from

end of filter and insert into
filter head.

3. Rotate gently clockwise until

filter stops. Snap filter cover
closed.

4. Reduce water spurts by

flushing air from system. 
Run water continuously for 
two minutes through
dispenser until water runs
steady. During initial use,
allow about a one- to two-minute delay in water
dispersal to allow internal water tank to fill.

• Additional flushing may be required in some

households where water is of poor quality.

Replacing Water Filter

IMPORTANT: Air trapped in system may cause
water and cartridge to eject. Use caution when
removing.

1. Turn filter counterclockwise until it releases from

filter head.

2. Drain water from filter into sink, and dispose in

normal household trash.

3. Wipe up excess water in filter cover and continue

with 

Initial Installation

, steps 2 through 4.

The filter should be changed at least every 12 months.

IMPORTANT:

Condition of water and amount used

determines life span of water filter cartridge. If water
use is high, or if water is of poor quality, replacement
may need to take place more often.

To purchase a replacement water filter cartridge,
contact your dealer or call 1-800-JENNAIR 
(1-800-536-6247) U.S.A. and Canada.

The dispenser feature may be used without a water
filter cartridge. If you choose this option, replace filter
with blue bypass cap.