What is the difference between RPWFE and RPWF filters?

The only difference between the RPWF and the RPWFE is a chip on the back of the E which tells when to change the filter and supposedly detect leaks. To bypass this nearly $40 over charge by GE, take the sticker containing the chip off of the old filter and place it in the exact spot on the new RPWF filter.

Are Xwf and XWFE the same?

The XWFE replaces the XWF, and is compatible with all refrigerators using the XWF. The only difference between the XWFE and the XWF is a chip on the back of the XWFE filter, which the newer GE refrigerators “use radio frequency identification (RFID) to “talk” to the fridge.

How long does a GE RPWFE filter last?

Every 6 Months
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Can GE refrigerator run without water filter?

Your GE refrigerator will not make ice or dispense water if there is no filter or if the filter needs to be replaced. You can install a filter bypass plug to keep the water flowing in your refrigerator or when your home is equipped with a reverse osmosis water-treatment system.

Can I put Xwf filter instead of XWFE?

The XWFE filter replaces the XWF filters and is compatible with all refrigerators that use XWF, including select GE side-by-side and bottom freezer refrigerators.

Can I use Xwf instead of XWFE water filter?

The XWFE filters is backwards compatible: It can be used in units that currently utilize an XWF filter. However the XWF is not forward compatible with newer models of refrigerators that are designed to have the filter interact with the control panel.

How do I reset my Rpwfe filter?

The “Water Filter: Replace” status message can be reset by entering the Settings menu from the home screen. Then, select the Water Filter menu and press the RESET button. This will reset the filter status.