Product Details: GE MWFP Refrigerator Water Filter – Genuine OEM Replacement Part for Refrigerators

Overview

Enhance the quality and taste of your refrigerator’s water and ice with the GE MWFP Refrigerator Water Filter, a genuine OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) replacement part designed for superior filtration and performance. This NSF-certified filter reduces up to 94% of contaminants, including lead, cysts, asbestos, atrazine, chlorine taste and odor, sediment, turbidity, and trace pharmaceuticals (e.g., ibuprofen, progesterone, atenolol, trimethoprim, fluoxetine), ensuring clean, safe, and refreshing water for your family. Specifically designed for side-by-side and bottom-freezer GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and select Sears/Kenmore refrigerators with a round white plastic filter, typically mounted inside the refrigerator at the back of the compartment (above the top shelf), this filter is the perfect solution to fix issues like the ice maker dispensing too little ice, not dispensing water, ice maker not making or dispensing ice, and leaking. It requires replacement every 6 months or 300 gallons for optimal performance.

Key Features

• Genuine GE Part: Manufactured by GE, ensuring factory-quality fit, durability, and performance.

• Advanced Filtration: Reduces up to 94% of contaminants, certified by NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53, and 401, including lead (up to 99%), cysts, asbestos, atrazine, chlorine taste and odor, sediment, turbidity, and five trace pharmaceuticals, improving water and ice quality.

• Easy Installation: Requires no special tools—twist and lock design provides a simple, tool-free, no-mess filter replacement, typically located at the rear of the refrigerator compartment (above the top shelf).

• Wide Compatibility: Fits GE, Hotpoint, RCA, and select Sears/Kenmore side-by-side and bottom-freezer refrigerators (e.g., models like GTS18GTHBB, GSF25IGXPBB, GSS25GSHSS, GSS25TSXSS, PSB48YSXASS, GFE28GYNFS, PFE28KBLTS, GFD28GSLSS).

• Environmentally Friendly: Replaces up to 2,250 plastic water bottles (based on 12 oz. bottles), reducing plastic waste while providing clean water, certified by NSF for health and aesthetic effects.

Specifications

• Part Number: MWFP

• Type: Refrigerator Water Filter (SmartWater Filter, updated version of MWF)

• Filter Media: Carbon Block (activated carbon for effective contaminant reduction).

• Micron Rating: 0.5–1 micron (Class I, effective for filtering small particles).

• Operating Pressure: 25–120 psi (pounds per square inch gauge, per GE specs).

• Operating Temperature: 33–100°F (0.6–38°C).

• Flow Rate: 0.5 gallons per minute (gpm).

• Material: Durable plastic housing (round white or clear plastic, depending on packaging refresh).

• Color: White (packaging may feature a blue or updated design, but the filter itself is typically white).

• Dimensions: Approximately 2.25” in diameter x 7.75” high (standard size for GE side-by-side/bottom-freezer filters, as per PartSelect and RepairClinic).

• Weight: Approximately 0.5–1 lb (based on retailer specs and user reports).

• Lifespan: Replace every 6 months or 300 gallons, whichever comes first, for optimal performance (GE recommends checking the filter indicator light or flow reduction).

Compatibility

The GE MWFP Refrigerator Water Filter is a versatile replacement part suitable for a variety of side-by-side and bottom-freezer refrigerators across GE and affiliated brands. It’s an ideal solution for the following:

• GE Brands: General Electric, Hotpoint, RCA, and other GE-manufactured refrigerators (e.g., models like GTS18GTHBB, GSF25IGXPBB, GSS25GSHSS, GSS25TSXSS, PSB48YSXASS, GFE28GYNFS, PFE28KBLTS, GFD28GSLSS, GYE22HMKES, DFE28JSKSS).

• Sears/Kenmore Refrigerators: Compatible with Kenmore side-by-side and bottom-freezer models produced by GE, such as Kenmore 795.77543600, 795.71023.011, 795.72023.011, and similar units.

Cross-Reference Information

This part number (MWFP) replaces the following part numbers, ensuring you can find the right fit for your refrigerator:

• AP5788185

• MWF

• 3024481

• 46-9905

• 9905

• FXRT

• GWF

• GWF01

• GWF06

• GWFA

• GWFS

• HWF

• HXRT

• MWF2

• MWFPA

• PS8746144

• WF

• WR02M3552

• WR02X11020

• WR02X11287

• WR02X11290

• WR2M3552

• WR2X11020

• WR2X11287

• WR2X11290

• WR97X10006

• WR97X10018

Verify compatibility with your refrigerator’s model number (found on the interior wall, back panel, or manual). Common compatible models include GE Profile, GE Café, Hotpoint, RCA, and Kenmore Elite side-by-side and bottom-freezer refrigerators from the early 2000s to 2020s, particularly those with a round white plastic filter in the rear upper compartment.

Benefits

• Improves Water and Ice Quality: Reduces up to 94% of contaminants, including lead (up to 99%), cysts, asbestos, atrazine, chlorine taste and odor, sediment, turbidity, and five trace pharmaceuticals, ensuring safe, great-tasting water and ice.

• Fixes Dispensing Issues: Resolves problems like “not dispensing water,” “ice maker dispenses too little ice,” “ice maker won’t dispense ice,” and “ice maker not making ice” by replacing a clogged or expired filter, restoring flow to the dispenser and ice maker.

• Prevents Leaking: Addresses leaks around the filter housing by ensuring a proper seal with the OEM design, eliminating water drips during replacement.

• Easy Maintenance: Quick, tool-free installation with a twist-and-lock design—takes less than 5 minutes, located at the rear upper compartment (above the top shelf).

• Cost-Effective: Save on bottled water costs while enjoying clean water, replacing up to 2,250 plastic bottles per filter (12 oz. bottles).

• Trusted Quality: Backed by GE’s reputation for reliable, high-performance appliance parts, with NSF/ANSI 42, 53, and 401 certification and a recommended 6-month/300-gallon lifespan.

Common Causes of Filter Failure

Water filters can become ineffective due to:

• Normal Wear and Tear: Prolonged use (6 months or 300 gallons) reduces filtration capacity, allowing contaminants through.

• Clogging from Debris: Sediment, scale, or particulates in water can clog the carbon block, reducing flow and effectiveness.

• Improper Installation: Not seating the filter correctly or failing to flush it (2–4 gallons of water) can impair performance.

Symptoms of a Failing Water Filter

• Not Dispensing Water: Reduced or no water flow from the dispenser, indicating a clogged or expired filter.

• Ice Maker Dispenses Too Little Ice: Low ice production due to insufficient water flow from a clogged filter.

• Ice Maker Won’t Dispense Ice: Ice fails to dispense if water flow is blocked, often tied to filter issues.

• Ice Maker Not Making Ice: Ice production stops due to low water pressure or clogged filter, affecting the ice maker’s operation.

• Leaking: Water drips from the dispenser or filter housing during or after replacement, often due to improper seating or a worn filter.

Installation Tips

• Tools Required: None—requires no special tools for installation.

• Difficulty Level: Easy—DIY-friendly for anyone, taking less than 5 minutes.

• Time: Typically 2–5 minutes, depending on refrigerator model and user familiarity.

• Steps:
  
  1. Turn off the water supply to the refrigerator (valve behind the unit, if accessible).
  
  
  1. Locate the filter at the back of the refrigerator compartment, above the top shelf (check your manual for exact placement, as some models may have variations).
  
  
  1. Place a small cloth below the filter location to catch drips.
  
  
  1. Slowly turn the old filter counterclockwise (left) a quarter turn until it releases, then gently pull it down and discard it.
  
  
  1. Remove the protective cover from the new MWFP filter (ensure O-rings or seals are intact).
  
  
  1. Fill the top of the new filter with tap water to prime it (optional, speeds up flushing).
  
  
  1. Insert the new filter upwards into the housing, applying slight upward pressure, and twist clockwise (right) a quarter turn until it seats firmly in place (you’ll feel it lock).
  
  
  1. Turn the water supply back on, then run water through the dispenser for approximately 4–5 gallons (or 2–3 minutes) to flush the filter, purging air and initial carbon dust. Discard the water.
  
  
  1. Reset the “filter change” reminder (if applicable): Press and hold the “Water Filter” button on the dispenser for 3 seconds, or press the filter reset button 5 times within 10 seconds (varies by model—check manual or GEAppliances.com).
  
  

• Note for Culligan Models: If replacing a Culligan metal canister design filter for the first time, you’ll need a special adapter (part number AP2615702, sold separately) and a compatible bypass cap (part number AP6891551, sold separately) for installation. Verify your model to avoid fit issues.

• Caution: Flush the filter before use to avoid carbon dust in water/ice. If water/ice flow remains low, check seating, water supply, or freezer door (ensure closed for some models). Posts on X (Feb 2025) suggest some users experience frequent replacements (e.g., “had to replace twice in 3 months”), but this may reflect heavy use or installation errors—replace every 6 months/300 gallons for optimal performance.

For safety and optimal results, refer to your refrigerator’s service manual or watch online tutorials specific to your model (e.g., PartSelect’s MWFP guide for GSS25GSHSS, available on YouTube).

Recent Reviews and Insights (Online Research)

• Customer Feedback (Amazon, The Home Depot, Walmart, PartSelect, Filters Fast, DiscountFilters.com):
  
  • Positive: “Easy install, water and ice taste great—fixed my slow ice maker” (5-min install, Amazon, Feb 2025).
  
  
  • Common Fixes: Resolves “not dispensing water,” “ice maker dispenses too little ice,” “ice maker not making ice,” or “leaking” issues (e.g., GSS25GSHSS, GSF25IGXPBB).
  
  
  • Concerns: Some users report, “Flow slowed after 4 months—replace every 6 months” (The Home Depot, 2024). Others note knockoff filters fail or leak—buy OEM (Filters Fast, 2025). Posts on X (Feb 2025) mention, “GE fridge stops making ice after 2 months,” but this may reflect heavy use or installation issues, not the filter itself.
  
  
  • Durability: Rated 4–5 stars generally, lasting 6–8 months with proper use—OEM outperforms aftermarket versions (e.g., Tier1 RWF1060, Waterdrop WD-F13, Glacier Fresh GF-MWF) in filtration, though aftermarket fits are often cheaper ($9–$15 vs. $50 for OEM).
  
  
  • Tips: “Flush 4–5 gallons after installing—tastes perfect” (PartSelect, 2024). Some mention difficulty accessing rear filters but appreciate the twist-lock design (DiscountFilters.com, 2025).
  
  

• Performance: Reduces up to 94% of contaminants (NSF 42, 53, 401 certified), including lead (up to 99%), cysts, asbestos, atrazine, chlorine taste/odor, sediment, turbidity, and five trace pharmaceuticals. Fits side-by-side/bottom-freezer refrigerators with a round white plastic filter (rear upper compartment), replacing MWF and related models. Fixes symptoms like “not dispensing water,” “ice issues,” or “leaking” with proper installation and timely replacement (6 months/300 gallons). Posts on X (Feb 2025) indicate pricing sentiment ($49.00 for OEM, per @IndiaMub, @superfnd, @midinbu, @spnrds), but treat as inconclusive for factual data—verify with retailers.

Why Choose Genuine GE Parts?

Genuine GE parts, like the MWFP Refrigerator Water Filter, are engineered to meet the exact specifications of your appliance. Unlike generic or aftermarket parts, GE OEM components ensure:

• Perfect fit and function (e.g., precise carbon block design for round white filters in side-by-side/bottom-freezer models).

• Superior filtration performance, certified by NSF for 94% contaminant reduction.

• Manufacturer warranty support (typically 30 days for filters, confirm with retailer), with authenticity ensured by the GE logo and packaging.