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Water Filter for the Profile PSC23NGPCCC (MWF)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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Every cartridge that fits this model — pulled live from the catalogue:
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PSC23NGPCCC specifics — where the filter actually lives
The PSC23NGPCCC carries its water filter bottom of the fresh-food column or at the grille line in most side-by-side builds, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. Mechanically it is a quarter-turn twist-in seat: the bay wants the cartridge offered flat, rotated a quarter turn, and nothing more — hand pressure only.
Two quirks worth knowing before you order: a stubborn first twist when the old o-ring has set, and a change-filter light that will not clear itself until you hold the reset. The PSC prefix is the tell: count on PSC to place this unit among Profile side-by-side builds; that placement carries the water-path geometry with it. That CC suffix is trim-level shorthand. GE kept the MWF bay common to every finish in the line.
PSC vs PFS — what the prefix tells you
The PSC/PFS pair divides this family by layout — PSC covers Profile side-by-side, while PFS covers Profile French-door. The cartridge line is usually shared across both — order by chassis, not by door count. read the code as 23 cu ft of capacity, which tells you the cartridge’s real workload between changes.
Swap it in 5 minutes
- Twist the old cartridge a quarter turn counterclockwise and pull it straight down — keep a towel in reach for the dribble.
- Fill the new cartridge with cold tap water so the chamber is not fighting an air pocket.
- Offer the new cartridge to the bay, push up, and twist a quarter turn clockwise until the stop catches.
- Run two gallons through the dispenser to flush carbon fines, then hold the filter-reset control until the status light clears.
What this filter takes out of your water
| What it targets | Standard that covers it |
|---|---|
| Chlorine taste & odor | NSF/ANSI 42 — aesthetic effects |
| Particulates, Class I | NSF/ANSI 42 — fine sediment |
| Lead | NSF/ANSI 53 — health effects |
| Cysts (cryptosporidium, giardia) | NSF/ANSI 53 — microbial |
| PFOA & PFOS | NSF/ANSI 53 (P473) — varies by cartridge |
Coverage above lists what the standard addresses, not a performance claim for any specific cartridge — removal claims vary by certificate, so check the NSF listing for the exact part number you are buying.
PSC23NGPCCC filter questions
How to reset the water filter indicator: GE PSC23NGPCCC?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the PSC23NGPCCC manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
Running the PSC23NGPCCC with an empty filter bay — does it need a cap?
No cap needed — the MWF bay passes water unfiltered while empty; it does not leak, it just skips filtration.
Are off-brand filters safe for a GE refrigerator?
Certified aftermarket cartridges are built to the same NSF test standards as the OEM part, and federal warranty law (Magnuson-Moss) protects your coverage when you use them.
Why is the OEM MWF cartridge so much more expensive?
Part of the OEM price is the badge and the distribution chain. Certified alternatives meet the same test standards at a lower unit price, especially in multi-packs.
How often should I replace the filter in my PSC23NGPCCC?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the MWF class cartridges all share that service interval.
Do I need to turn off the water supply to change it?
No — the bay is designed for a live swap. Expect a small dribble, keep a towel in reach, and flush a couple of gallons through the new cartridge before the first glass.
Every filter that fits your fridge
| Cartridge | OEM MWF | RECOMMENDEDMWF Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit | MWF Replacement Water Filter · 3-Pack – ClearFit | MWF Replacement Water Filter · 6-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $14.99 | $37.47 | $67.44 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → | View & buy → | View & buy → |
This filter expires six months from today
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