Instructions / Assembly

CARTRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS
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Performance Data – Filtration System GXWH60T Using Filter FXWPT
Performance data sheet is available at gewaterfilters.com
Filter Cartridge Replacement
You should change your filter when the water flow is noticeably reduced or at least every 3 months.
1. Turn off water to filter.
2. Press the red pressure-release button to release
pressure.
3. Unscrew the filter housing and discard used filter. Wash
the filter housing with mild soap and water. Do not use
harsh cleaners or hot water.
4. Inspect the filter housing O-ring. Make sure it is lightly
lubricated with clean food-grade silicone grease
(silicone grease is available through GE Appliances
Parts and Accessories: 800.952.5039 (US), part number
WS60S10005). Be sure the O-ring is seated in the
groove. It is recommended that you replace the O-ring if
it is damaged.
5. Place a new filter cartridge into the filter housing, making
sure it is centered and completely seated on the bottom
seal.
6. Reinstall the filter housing to the unit. Use the canister
wrench to tighten the canister. DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
7. Slowly rotate the control handle to the FILTER position.
8. Turn on water to filter.
9. After installation, open any downstream faucet and flush
the cartridge for 10 minutes (40 gallons), wait one hour,
then flush again for 10 minutes (40 gallons) before using
the water.
Installation Overview
NOTE: Be sure to allow a minimum space of 1
1
⁄2 ”–
2” under the filter for removing the filter housing to
change the cartridge.
Select Location
Select a location for the filter that is:
n protected from freezing.
n not exposed to direct sunlight.
It is recommended that a shut-off valve be placed on both sides of
the filter.
It is recommended that a mounting bracket be used.
It is recommended to install an expansion tank in the cold water line
between the water heater and the filter.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Mounting
bracket
Turn canister
wrench
clockwise to
remove
Filter Housing
Turn
clockwise
to remove
Turn
counterclockwise
to tighten
Filter
cartridge
O-ring seal
Filter housing
Head
1
1
⁄2”–2”
Recommended
shut-off valve
Recommended
shut-off valve
Fitting
Ferrule
Hex nut
Fitting
Ferrule
Hex nut
Typical installation
Direction of
waterflow