Can't get blue bypass cap off to put water filter

It should twist about a quarter-turn counterclockwise - like from the 3:00 position to the 12:00 position - then pull straight out. It fits the housing exactly the same way as the filter fits it.

Same thing happened to me. The plastic cap gets "stripped" inside and won't catch to turn. I removed the plastic cap with a big wrench and a lot of muscle. Then used an adjustable to remove the metal screw-in plug. I still use it this way and put the metal cap on and off with a wrench. Just have to be very careful as it gets extremely hot.

Hello, Thank You for using FixYa. I will be helping you today. Try turning off the water supply and dispensing any water you can out of the water dispenser after the water is off. This might reduce the pressure on the filter and make it a little more easy to remove.
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the directions state To change the filter you would 1.) remove the cartridge cap (counterclockwise to a vertical position) and pull the filter out through the base grille. Directions state there will be water in the cartridge so some spilling may occur. 2.) remove the cartridge cap by sliding it off the end of the old cartridge. The cap will slide to the left or right. Do not discard the cap. 3.) Take the new cartridge out of the package and remove protective cover from O-rings. 4.) Slide the cartridge cap onto the new cartridge. 5.) With cartridge cap in the vertical position, push the new filter cartridge into the base grille until it stops. Rotate the cartridge cap clockwise to a horizontal position. Its the first part of doing this thats a real pain but after you get by the first instructions the replacement becomes easy if you have any further questions message me back Thanks again Rick

Hi

These caps can be very stubborn to remove, the 'o' ring seal can almost lock it into place.

There are 2 things you can try

Switch off and unplug the fridge

Switch off the water supply and open the dispense valve

1. Use a hair drier to warm the cap, be careful as this can get very hot, you may choose to use gloves if it seems very hot, be careful not to overheat as this can distort the cap.Then twist anticlockwise and pull to remove the filter cap.

2. Put a shallow tray on the floor below the filter and cap, carefully and slowly pour hot (not boiling) water over the can then ,wearing gloves, twist anticlockwise then pull to remove the cap.

You may need to persevere if the filter has not been changed before.

Having changed the filter then plug in the unit and switch on the power and water and draw off water from the dispense valve in 5 second burst for about 2 mins to remove air from the filter and ensure that clean water is right through the fridge.

Good luck

Gordon

Here is what you need=> Maytag user Manual and in the top scroll bar go to page 13. These instructions for your model will help you very well! If you have other questions please let me know, Thanks, Sea Breeze
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Inside the housing is a replaceable filter cartridge. Filters used for this type whole house filter housing come in micron ratings from 5 micron - 50 micron. The smaller micron the finer it filters (that is not always good because it can significantly reduce flow rate and pressure in home). 30-50 micron filters are the most common used. The filter should be changed every 3 months minimum and sanitized with a a cap full bleach when reinstalling filter. Omni filter housings are notorious for the bypass leaking when turned and the bypass freezing up to where it won't turn. There are no manuals for this.
You can find filters at most any hardware store or water treatment company.
RJ

Use the blue bypass cap which came with your refrigerator and check to see if the water filter is clogged. With the bypass installed you should get water from dispenser. If no water even with the bypass cap installed, check your water source and make sure it is turned on and no kinks to the connection line to the refrigerator. If you are 100% sure your water source is good TO the unit, then your Filter/Head assembly is not working properly.

Push button? It should be a turn to the left to remove if it is a whirpool located at the bottom. These are twist out not push to release. The only push to releases are made by electrolux.

I just got my whirlpool fridge and I'm having the exact same problem! The blue cap appears stuck and I'm afraid I'll break it if I force it with a tool. Please post a solution if you get one - I'll do the same. Thanks.