Customer Questions and Answers for Water Filter Bypass Plug by Whirlpool

David, "leave the filter out completely?" Yes, you will not need a filter bypass plug for your model refrigerator. Remove the filter and reinstall the water filter cap. Don't quite understand the "I wanted to install a bottled water pump for ice/water instead of my home water source" but here's some information you'll need to keep the water and ice dispenser performing properly " Water Supply City or Well a)Water Pressure 30 - 120 psi b) Service Flow Rate 0.5 GPM. Thanks,