Replace Water Filters in Your Refrigerator Regularly
It is important to change your refrigerator water filter regularly. You can easily put off this maintenance routine, but just like the oil in your car, it’s necessary to keep a regular schedule. The serious point here is regarding the disturbing debris that an old refrigerator water filter may have can contaminate drinking water and ice. Most refrigerators that dispense water have a filter. In most cases, the inside of it might be clogged with dirt, and the ice cubes will be dirty, too.
The recommendation of the manufacturers is to change water filters every six months. Chances are that if your family uses the fridge too much, your refrigerator will no longer reduce the contaminants effectively. The consequence is that bacteria and mold grow inside the filter.
How do I know when it’s time to change the refrigerator water filter?
Time to make a change!
- If the indicator light changes color.
- If you start noticing an unpleasant odor and taste.
- If the refrigerator provides less water and takes longer to fill a glass from the dispenser, or the ice maker is producing fewer ice cubes. This happens because minerals and other materials build up inside the filter, so it is more difficult for water to pass through it, and the water will run slowly.
- If the water or ice cubes are not clear; instead, they are cloudy.
Filters become less effective unless they receive good maintenance. The water you drink from the dispenser might have contaminants and release dangerous bacteria or chemicals that can harm your health.
Refrigerator Repair
When that time comes, All Area Appliance Service in Colorado is always there to answer questions or help you. We work on all brands of refrigerators and can replace or install the water filters.
