WR17X22070 General Electric Freezer, Refrigerator Water Filter Bypass Plug

The Freezer, Refrigerator Water Filter Bypass Plug is compatible with several GE brands, including Cafe, General Electric, Monogram, Haier, Hotpoint, Profile, Fisher & Paykel, and Sears-Kenmore. This OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) replacement part is typically found in the lower freezer section of GE refrigerators. It serves to channel water, either filtered or unfiltered, to the ice maker and water dispenser.

Replacement of the bypass plug may be necessary if there are issues such as obstructed water flow or leaks, which are often due to defective diverter components.

Common signs that the bypass unit may need attention include:

- Difficulty in choosing between filtered or unfiltered water at the dispenser.
- Non-functioning ice maker, which could stem from inadequate water supply or subpar water quality.
- Build-up of mineral deposits on internal components, a result of using unfiltered water.

This replacement bypass unit is designed to work with GE, Hotpoint, and Profile refrigerator models.