Most refrigerators have a 4396841 refrigerator filter connected to the ice maker and water dispenser. If the dispenser is used regularly, the filter should be replaced at least every six months. Replacement filters can be purchased through refrigerator manufacturers and most home improvement stores. In some cases, the refrigerator can be used without a filter. How the refrigerator operates without a filter will depend on its type and whether it has a bypass plug.

No filter operation

Whether the refrigerator runs without whirlpool filter w10413645a depends on its specific situation. If the refrigerator does not have a bypass plug and the filter housing can be closed with a filter cover, no filter is required. If the refrigerator has a bypass plug, it must be installed correctly so that the water and ice dispenser can work without a filter. Please check the refrigerator user manual for specific information about the model and its use, no filter is required.

Bypass plug model

Refrigerators that use a w10413645a water filter usually include a built-in bypass plug. If necessary, you can operate the refrigerator without the filter. In these models, the bypass plug is usually installed in the refrigerator compartment.

To use the bypass plug, turn the filter counterclockwise until the filter slides out. Then, you can insert the filter bypass plug into the filter housing and turn it clockwise to fix it. Once the bypass plug is successfully installed, water and ice will be distributed without filtering.