Customer Questions and Answers for Water Filter Bypass Plug by Ge

The Water Filter Bypass Plug is an OEM part for GE refrigerators. It allows the refrigerator to operate without a water filter by creating a direct connection for the water flow.

Causes of a bad Water Filter Bypass Plug can include wear and tear from regular use, damage from improper installation or removal, and degradation of the sealing components that ensure a tight fit.

Symptoms of a bad Water Filter Bypass Plug include:

• Water leaks from the filter housing
• Reduced or no water flow to the dispenser or ice maker
• Error messages related to the water filter on the control panel
• Improper fit or difficulty in installing the bypass plug

This OEM GE part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.