How to Install a Universal Inline Refrigerator Water Filter

Supplying Demand carries over one thousand parts for Appliances, HVAC, and Plumbing, as well as repair tools and cleaning products. Learn How To Install A Universal Refrigerator Water Filter On The Back of Your Fridge! Stop Replacing Water Filters Every Few Months.

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[bigredjohnson]

When wrapping teflon tape, wrap in a clockwise direction with threads facing you. That way when threading into fitting the tape does not want to unravel.

[tomgeorge]

I saw several of these installation videos. Yours was by far the best. Before watching it I thought I could install one, but didn't know if I should use plumber's tape. I like how you showed it is only needed if it leaked. Also, I would have left the filter on the floor. Now I know to attach it to the back of the refrigerator. Thanks for making this video.

[Friendly.Friendly]

Thanks for the help!

Side note: Teflon tape tutorial is somewhere else. Im glad all of you in the comments learned about adding an In Line filter.

[meldaa]

Well done showing the teflon tape. I do not have the clearance in the back of the refrigerator to do this, but I could install it below in the basement where the supply pipe comes up (I would add a shut off there as well). Question: In regards to the tubing that runs from the filter and then to the fridge, is there a problem with the length of the tubing running a few extra feet if the filter is installed below the floor?

[scavengr]

You’re THE MAN .... thanks you just saved me a bunch of money thanks I’m going to do that ....

[xxvodanhxx]

Make the plastic tube long enough to leave the filter on the top of the fridge. It's easier to pull up a chair and replace it than to pull out the fridge. Also buy the push connect filters its easier and faster.

[LK-dcqr]

Please, what's the name of the little sticky adhesive plastic things you put the zip ties through? I can't find them.

[crazyphotobooth]

Could you keep both filters in the refrigerator? Like adding one and keeping the one that comes with the fridge?

[DavidRomero-ngcz]

great video!! You just saved me about 40 bucks every 6 months!!

[Nosaracasalaplaya]

Good video . another reason to run water through filter before hookup is to clean out any loose carbon otherwise it gets into your ice maker or water . thanks

[sbrattai]

Great video thanks really helped me out. I couldn’t find a complete kit but able to find everything at Lowe’s and piece it all together.

[abibodlogistics]

I have a MayTag french door model and it has an internal water filter at the top internal side of the refrigerator and I have always replaced the filter with the original made by MayTag which is expensive, can I still install this universal filter, I prefer the 5 year type and where can I get it. One other important thing is that when these filters expires there is a red light that comes on at the front panel of the refrigerator and goes off when I install a new filter, if I use this universal filter will the red light still come on or not.

[abaddoncantrip]

Can you hook one of these up and still use the 1 installed inside the fridge at the same time?

[damarismeti]

Do you still sell the kits? Would definitely like to purchase one please.

[urjnlegend]

Just use Teflon tape, or you'll most likely have to do it twice, when it leaks the first time. If something uses rubber grommets, or a flare connection, that's when you usually don't need Teflon tape

[killrdragn]

Question, can I leave the existing refrigerator water filter on and also install the inline water filter behind the refrigerator? The one I purchased states it’s intended use is for refrigerators without an existing filter built in.
Thanks for your help

[lashpetty]

Thank you so much. I was so lost. I purchased all I needed and done. Appreciate you.😊

[wendymacias]

Good day !!, Q: Should the filter always be horizontal or can it be vertical?

[rwk]

My dad always said use the proper tool for the job. Please use wrenches if you have them so you don't round the fittings with channel lock pliers.

[kimoclyde]

Couldn't you run both the stock and extra for even extra clean water?