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Jim ‘The Fix It Guy’ shows YOU how to replace your refrigerator water filter!

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#1 written by peppersax 1 year ago

Does this guy remind you of Jim Varney?

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#2 written by SATXDONKEY 1 year ago

@ItsUpToYouTOO My friend is a plumber and told me that you do not need the fridge filter when using an advanced 4 stage RO system

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#3 written by ItsUpToYouTOO 1 year ago

@SATXDONKEY I do not know how to handle that for you. Sorry.

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#4 written by ItsUpToYouTOO 1 year ago

@SanDiegoSunriser The filter usually screws in and the handle usually slides onto the end of the filter unless it is really old. If it is really old, then I would get a pair of plyers or visegrips and try uncrewing (counter-clockwise 360 degrees) then pulling stright out. Make sure water is turned off before doing this. Beyond then, you might have to call a local plumber and ask who might know your frig modle etc. for advise. Also, go to the frig website. Usually they have blogs to get info from

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#5 written by SanDiegoSunriser 1 year ago

My neighbor just asked me to help change the water filter on her Westinghouse refrigerator. It’s located at the bottom and the old filter is supposed to pop out, but it isn’t doing that. (Seems to be stuck.)

Also, the outer knob came off and I’m unable to get it back on to help pull out the old filter.

Any ideas how I can get the old filter to pop out?

Thanks.

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#6 written by SATXDONKEY 1 year ago

If i have a RO system (Reverse osmosis) can i take out the fridge filter and run it like that? Thanks

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#7 written by BrettNatalieParker 1 year ago

Thanks for the info. Informative and we were able to replace our filter. We are first-time homeowners, so this is all new to us. Thanks !

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#8 written by paprprincess 1 year ago

Thanks. I didn’t know i had to turn off the water.

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#9 written by raelancione 1 year ago

I feel like I’m 5 again but informative. thank you

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#10 written by flipytrick1 1 year ago

Hey thanks jim!

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#11 written by ymeacutie 1 year ago

Try as I might I can’t insert the filter cartridge all the way in. I even tried putting the old one in and that one won’t even go all the way in. It’s not as easy as it looks. Any ideas?

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#12 written by ItsUpToYouTOO 1 year ago

You need to press and hold the ‘replace filter light/button on your frig and then it will reset itself.

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#13 written by splitz79 1 year ago

I did all the steps to replace a fridge filter however the red light on my fridge is still showing after I replaced it. How would I make it so it goes green again?

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#14 written by ItsUpToYouTOO 1 year ago

Look at the frig model’s user manual where instructions are to replace water filter. If you don’t have, then go to frig makers website and download user manual. Please make sure you turn off water line going to your frig 1st before replacing filter.

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#15 written by ItsUpToYouTOO 1 year ago

Your frig should have an indicator that tells you. But if it does not, then I would replace twice a year (every 6 months) for a family of four. Also, ask the maker of the filter.

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#16 written by ItsUpToYouTOO 1 year ago

It sounds like your water value system. I replaced my friends because it was not working correctly. You will have to either (1) turn off water line to frig to stop leak or (2) get frig repair man/woman to fix. Or (3), if you know a friend who is a handyman to get him/her to help. I live in ATL, GA.

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#17 written by ItsUpToYouTOO 1 year ago

They have! We have a LG now and the water filter costs close to $50! Major ripoff. So, go onto your frig manufacture’s website and let your voice be heard!

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#18 written by metalschooldrill 1 year ago

Suddenly it seems these filter’s price went up three times!!!!!! The real recession they never told you about.

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#19 written by rok30 1 year ago

this is the guy from reno 911
weigals boyfriend

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#20 written by tou1111 1 year ago

my fridge is leaking from the back…in the area where the water tubes connect and split ways….i have somewhat the same fridge as you….can you can me out??

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#21 written by chorni35 1 year ago

Thanks for the information,
Dou you have any idea on how to change the filters that are in a vertical position like the ones that comes in Samsung refrigerators (Samsung DA29-10105J)

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#22 written by cuttyflam 1 year ago

nice to know how to do that… so when are you suppose to change your water filter? how often?

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#23 written by SmartBlonde4898 1 year ago

No, the frig water line will close when you take the filter out and open when you put the new one in. Jim C

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#24 written by Openlens56 1 year ago

Jim do you have to turn the water off behind the refrig first? Thanks

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#25 written by cegray221 1 year ago

Thanks Jim, my kenmore is a bit newer than yours, but I think I can tackle it now…. you’re help is appreciated…. a little wacky…but appreciated

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