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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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Hello Robert, This design does not require a bypass plug. If operating properly it should pass water without a filter in the housing.

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Frank, This unit does not require a filter bypass to be able to use the ice or water.

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Hello Lera. According to the manufacturer, you remove the filter from the unit to bypass it.

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Hello Saundra. Per Factory There Is No Bypass Plug For This Filter Can Be Removed.

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Hello Terry. Per Whirlpool No Filter By Pass Plug Is Required When Not Using The Filter. Just remove it.

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Cheryl, There is no bypass plug required for your unit to use the ice and water without a filter. Just simply remove the filter and it will work as normal.

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Steve for Model Number ED5VHEXVB00

I've done quite a few water filter replacements with no problems. Around the time the filter would need replacing a month ago the water almost stopped flowing to the door and ice maker. Removing the filter the water flows in a strong steam. Installing a new filter and the water is back to almost nothing. While I had the filter out I noticed water start to flow from under the front where the filter is inserted. I looked in the area where the filter goes and it was dripping out of one of the inlets. What is the problem? Can the filter be bypassed? If I can bypass, do I need a plug? If I need a plug, is it something I can do myself? Thanks very much!

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Steve, This unit does not require a bypass plug for the filter. If the unit is leaking with the filter out and with the filter in there is a flow issue then the filter head is faulty and would need to be replaced.

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