How to Replace the Water Filter in a Hotpoint Refrigerator
Did you know that your refrigerator water filter loses its ability to effectively remove impurities and contaminants from water over time? The filter can also become so clogged with contaminants that water won't flow through the filter. That's why manufacturers recommend replacing the water filter every 6 months. Fortunately, changing the filter is a quick task that anyone can do.
Hotpoint offers a wide variety of refrigerators, and the water filters used vary by model. Learning how to change the water filter in your Hotpoint refrigerator will depend on the refrigerator style you have, the location of the water filter in your refrigerator, and the filter part number. If you're unsure which filter is compatible with your Hotpoint refrigerator, you can use the filter finder in our Hotpoint refrigerator water filter collection.
The tables below list the Hotpoint water filter part numbers by refrigerator style, along with links to step-by-step instructional videos. Continue reading to learn how to replace the water filter in your refrigerator.
How to change the water filter in a Hotpoint side-by-side refrigerator
| Filter number | Removal method | Location | How-to video |
|---|---|---|---|
| MWF | Twist to remove | Inside top-right | How to replace a twist-to-remove water filter |
Step-by-step instructions by Hotpoint water filter part number
How to replace a twist-to-remove water filter
The push-button-to-eject Hotpoint water filter is MWF.
Twist the filter to the left and pull it out of the housing.
For filters in the grille, use the decorative filter cap from the old filter on the new filter.
Line up the new filter, push it into the filter housing and twist the filter to the right.
Wipe up any spills.
Run 2 gallons of water through the water dispenser to purge air and residue.
Reset the water filter replacement reminder light.
Installing and replacing an external in-line water filter
If your refrigerator doesn't have a built-in water filter, you can add one in the water line behind the refrigerator. See how easy it is to install or replace an inline water filter using Hotpoint water filter GXRTDR.
Looking for DIY repair advice to fix a problem with your refrigerator? Check out our refrigerator repair help page for symptoms and troubleshooting tips, error codes and repair guides.
If you’re having problems removing your old filter or installing the new one, check out our video How Do You Remove a Stuck Water Filter.
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