Using and Installing the Air Filter
How to Use and Install the Air Filter in Full-Size Refrigerators
What Does the Air Filter Do?
Properly installing the Freshflow™ Airfilter is important for many reasons. For instance, an air filter is 15 times more powerful than baking soda at reducing common food odors inside the refrigerator. On some models, your refrigerator's accessory packet includes an air filter, which must be installed before use. The air filter is located on the rear wall near the top of the refrigerator compartment.
Replacing or Installing the Air Filter
The Freshflow™ Airfilter is behind the blue LED-lighted vent cover on the rear wall near the middle of the refrigerator or behind the vented door, located on the rear wall near the top of the refrigerator compartment.
- Remove the air filter from its packaging.
- Depending on the style, either remove the plastic cover or lift open the door.
- Snap the filter into place.
On some models, when the air filter cover is removed, a foam block adheres to the cover. This foam block helps with air movement and direction and should not be removed.
How to reset the air filter status (on some models)
After replacing the Freshflow™ Airfilter, the air filter status must be reset. Directions for resetting the status will vary by model number; we recommend referencing the Owner's Manual for specific model instructions.
To Reset the Air Filter:
- Press and hold the AIR FILTER button for 3 seconds.
- The filter icons will turn off. When the system is reset, the air filter icon will return to its BLUE color, and the words “Replace Filter” will disappear from the control panel.
Below are the different stages you will see on the air filter display:
- GOOD - The air filter icon on the control panel lights up in BLUE.
- ORDER a replacement - The air filter icon on the control panel lights up in YELLOW.
- REPLACE air filter - The air filter icon on the control panel lights up in RED, and “Replace Filter” will appear.
- EXPIRED - The air filter icon lights up in RE,D and “Replace Filter” flashes on the control panel.
NOTE: At any filter status, pressing and holding the AIR FILTER button for 3 seconds will reset the air filter status to Good and the air filter icon will turn off.
How do you install the Filter Status Indicator?
The Freshflow™ Airfilter comes with a status indicator, which should be activated and installed at the same time the air filter is installed.
- Place the indicator face-down on a firm, flat surface.
- Apply pressure to the bubble on the back of the indicator until the bubble pops to activate the indicator.
- Lift open the vented air filter door. On some models, there are notches behind the door.
For models with notches, keep the following instructions in mind:
- With the indicator screen facing outward, slide the indicator down into the notches.
- If the indicator will not easily slide into the notches if the bubble has not been popped.
- Close the air filter door, and check that the indicator is visible through the window in the door.
For models without notches, do the following:
- Place the indicator somewhere it is easily visible - either inside the refrigerator or elsewhere in your kitchen or home.
This Freshflow™ Airfilter keeps pollutants out of your refrigerator while allowing air to actively pass through the filter. Made from carbon-based material that reduces common food odors, it's 15 times better than baking soda at eliminating odors. Visit the Freshflow™ Airfilter page to purchase.
