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Customer Questions and Answers for Water Filter Bypass Plug by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18030018
Manufacturer Part Number: WP61003791

This refrigerator water filter bypass plug is used when you don't want to use a filter. Color: white. It measures about 3 inches in diameter.

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For Whirlpool Water Filter Bypass Plug (Part Number: OEM18030018)

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Larry, For this unit, you will not need a filter bypass and just need to remove the filter from the unit.

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Hello Ace, to bypass the water filter all you have to do is remove the water filter. Remember to keep the cap on the end of the filter, thanks!

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Shinapen, the water filter is not needed to allow water to flow to the ice maker and dispenser. However, if the water is hard water, the filter can assist with protecting from calcium or lime build-up within the water lines.

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Hello Orlando, As per the manufacturer, this model requires no bypass plug. Simply remove the filter and dispense water.

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Lynn, this particular model does not need a water filter bypass plug. The water filter can be removed and the unit will operate as normal.

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A, this model would not need a bypass plug, the filter can be removed and the unit should operate normally.

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James, the filter can be removed from your unit without needing a bypass plug on this particular model. This refrigerator can be supplied water from the house after a reverse osmosis system. The water pressure to the refrigerator will need to be 60-90 PSI for optimum operational efficiency.

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Hello Kevin, You do not require a filter in the refrigerator with an RO system. If you experience an issue with the icemaker overfilling or the water dispenser not stopping properly you may need to increase water pressure to the unit. You see, the water valve has no internal spring to aid in its' closure. Water pressure alone closes the valve. It requires from 45 to 90 PSI for proper closure. The water valves for a dishwasher and washing machine are the same. A plumber can normally help with this if it becomes necessary. The model number provided does not require a filter bypass. Simply remove the filter and it will operate normally.

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Sharon H, your model has a built-in bypass in the water filter housing. You can verify this by removing the water filter and try running water through the dispenser

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