What Is The Filter For The American Fridge?



 Essential for filtering the water that is redistributed in the refrigerator, the filter for American fridge has more than one utility. Discover which ones and why it's important to change it regularly.

What is an American fridge filter?

The American fridge filter in the kitchen is an accessory that filters the water passing through the refrigerator water circuit. To optimize the purity of this water, which is then consumed in liquid form, ice or crushed, these devices are equipped with an indispensable filter. This filter can be placed internally or externally. It can be composed of:

1.       activated carbon, as is the case in most fridges;
2.       rayon fiber;
3.       cellulose fiber.
4.       Unlike the water flowing at the kitchen tap , that of the refrigerator is purer because filtered optimally.

What is the use of an American fridge filter?
Whether embedded in kitchen furniture or freestanding, an American refrigerator usually has a front distributor that offers water, ice cubes and crushed ice. In order for the water to be free from all impurities, it is necessary to clarify it. This is what the filter of the American fridge serves . It filters chlorine, limescale and microbiological components and also fights the cloudy appearance of water and bad odors. The filter is also ideal for improving the taste of water, purifying and softening it.

American fridge filters

To choose a filter for an American fridge with water dispenser , you can opt for a model:

·         standard;
·         own to the refrigerator brand.

The standard American fridge filter is generally suitable for all brands and appliances. To find out if it can fit your refrigerator, simply check the instructions. The original filter, including the manufacturer's logo, is for the fridge. Its duration of use may be higher depending on the model, which is not always the case. The price of the original filter is often higher than the standard model. Choosing one or the other therefore also depends on the budget that you want to devote to it.

The importance of changing the filter of the fridge

It is important to change the filter of the American fridge every six months. This allows to :
1.       keep pure water;
2.       prevent turbidity (water is not cloudy);
3.       eliminate chemical or microbiological components;
4.       keep water with a neutral taste;
5.       filter the limestone.

This last point is ideal to consume less scaled water, but it also preserves the water circuits that make up the distribution system. In fact, by preventing limescale from circulating in the circuits, the filter preserves the longevity of the pipes and internal components of the unit. This is ideal for keeping it longer.

How to find the filter on the fridge?

The fridge filter can be placed:

1.       inside the refrigerator (internal);
2.       outside (external);
3.       below, under the freezer door.

If you do not see it quickly, just read the instructions for use and refer to the explanations provided. Note that all refrigerators with a water dispenser on the front have a filter, so just look for it. When located outside the refrigerator, the filter is usually placed along the water circuit. It is so called "online". Inside, it can be placed in the refrigeration section, at the top in the bottom. It is generally in the form of an elongated cartridge or more compact.

Change the filter of the American fridge


1.       disassemble the old filter;
2.       clean the connection elements (pipes ...);
3.       place the new filter.

This operation must be performed every six months, the maximum use date being noted on the filter. To make sure you do not forget to replace it, it may be helpful to make a reminder note. On the filters, an indication of the capacity of use makes it possible to know how much water can be filtered. When the water dispenser is used more often than expected, it may sometimes be necessary to change the filter more often than the recommended six months.

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