Manitowoc K-00338 Water Filter Replacement Cartridge – Arctic Pure, 14,000 Gal, AR-10000

Manitowoc K-00338 Water Filter Cartridge for AR-10000 Ice Machine Systems

The Manitowoc K-00338 water filter cartridge is the genuine Arctic Pure primary replacement element engineered specifically for Manitowoc AR-10000 water filtration systems. More than 60% of ice machine service calls are water-related, and this cartridge is built to prevent them: it captures fine sediment, reduces chlorine taste and odor, and doses the water with scale inhibitor so the ice maker’s evaporator and water lines stay clean between changeouts. The result is clearer, better-tasting ice and fewer costly maintenance visits.

Each cartridge uses a 1-micron graded-density carbon block that provides superior dirt-holding capacity and fine sediment reduction, paired with 20 grams of scale inhibitor to combat the hard-water buildup that shortens ice machine life. It is rated for 14,000 gallons of throughput at a 0.75 GPM flow rate, and is matched to ice machines producing 0 to 600 lbs of ice per day. All filtration and scale-reduction material is NSF and/or FDA compliant.

Specifications

Key Features

• Graded-density carbon block: a denser outer-to-inner media structure catches large particles at the surface and fine sediment deeper in, extending usable life and holding more dirt than a plain wrap filter.
• Scale inhibitor dosing: 20 grams of inhibitor reduce the hard-scale buildup that fouls evaporators, water valves, and pumps — the leading cause of premature ice machine failure.
• Taste and odor reduction: the carbon media cuts chlorine taste and odor so ice looks clearer and tastes clean, protecting the flavor of drinks and packaged product.
• Exact-fit replacement: designed to seat directly in the Manitowoc AR-10000 head with no adapters, so a changeout takes minutes.

About Manitowoc Ice

Manitowoc Ice is one of the most recognized names in commercial ice production, part of the Welbilt family of foodservice equipment brands. For decades Manitowoc has built cube, flake, and nugget ice machines used in restaurants, bars, hotels, hospitals, and convenience stores across the country. Its Arctic Pure water-treatment line — including the K-00338 cartridge — is engineered to the same standards as its ice machines, so operators can protect their equipment with filtration the manufacturer designed for it. You can review the full Arctic Pure program on the Manitowoc Ice website.

Where This Cartridge Earns Its Keep

Any location running a Manitowoc ice machine on an AR-10000 filter benefits from staying on a regular cartridge schedule: restaurants and bars, hotels and banquet kitchens, gyms, convenience stores, car washes with ice programs, and self-serve ice operations. Clean, scale-free water keeps ice output consistent during peak service and pushes back the interval between deep cleans and service calls. In hard-water regions especially, the 20-gram scale inhibitor pays for itself by keeping the evaporator plate producing at full capacity. Filters are wear items — most operators plan a changeout roughly every six months, or sooner once the 14,000-gallon capacity is reached in high-volume sites.

Condition & What’s Included

This is a brand-new, genuine Manitowoc Arctic Pure K-00338 cartridge, supplied as one (1) replacement element. It fits existing AR-10000 filter heads; the mounting head and bracket are sold separately and are not included with the cartridge. Because it is a consumable filtration part, it is not covered by the machine warranty tiers that apply to full vending and refrigeration equipment — but it is exactly the right component to keep a warrantied Manitowoc ice machine running clean and producing at full capacity.

Running the correct genuine cartridge, rather than a generic substitute, also protects the ice machine’s own manufacturer warranty and keeps the filtration performance matched to the AR-10000 head it was designed for.

Why Buy From Finn Vending Sales

Finn Vending Sales ships the K-00338 with free freight across the continental United States, with orders processed, inspected, and prepared for shipment within 1–2 business days after payment confirmation. Every order is backed by our 30-day return window with free return shipping on approved returns. Stocking a spare cartridge or two alongside your ice machine keeps scheduled changeouts on time and avoids downtime waiting on parts — and if you’re speccing a new ice program from scratch, ask our team for a buying guidance. Browse related equipment and parts in our Ice Maker Accessories and Ice Makers categories.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which filter system does the K-00338 fit?

The Manitowoc K-00338 is the primary replacement cartridge for the Manitowoc Arctic Pure AR-10000 (and AR-10000-P) water filtration system. It seats directly in the AR-10000 head with no adapters.

How much water can one cartridge treat?

Each K-00338 cartridge is rated for 14,000 gallons at a 0.75 GPM flow rate, sized for ice machines producing 0 to 600 lbs of ice per day.

What does it actually remove?

It filters down to 1 micron using a graded-density carbon block, reducing fine sediment and chlorine taste and odor, and adds 20 grams of scale inhibitor to fight hard-water scale buildup inside the ice machine.

How often should I replace it?

Filters are wear items. Most operators change the cartridge about every six months, or sooner in high-volume or hard-water locations once the 14,000-gallon capacity is reached. Replacing on schedule protects ice quality and machine reliability.

Is the filter media food-safe?

Yes. All filtration and scale-reduction material in the K-00338 is NSF and/or FDA compliant, engineered so ice looks and tastes better.

Does the cartridge include a filter head?

No. The K-00338 is the replacement cartridge only. It fits existing AR-10000 filter heads; the head and mounting bracket are purchased separately.

How is it shipped?

Finn Vending Sales ships nationwide across the continental United States with free shipping, processing orders within 1–2 business days after payment confirmation and a 30-day return window on approved returns.