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Water Filter for the Frigidaire FGHN2844LP4 (ULTRAWF)
✓ 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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FGHN2844LP4 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the FGHN2844LP4, the cartridge high on the fresh-food side in most French-door layouts — upper back or left wall, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. Mechanically the FGHN2844LP4 uses a twist-in cartridge: a quarter turn one way to release, the other to seat, and the only tool you need is a towel for the drip.
Owners of the FGHN2844LP4 report the same friction points: a stiff first removal on builds that sat on the same cartridge for years, and an indicator light that wants a manual reset after a non-OEM cartridge is seated. One prefix, one chassis family: FGHN is Frigidaire’s own coding for French-door machines, and in that format the water path is long enough that a neglected cartridge shows up as flow drop before it shows up as taste. The P4 tail marks finish variants of one chassis; the filter bay is shared across the entire finish range.
FGHN vs FFHS — what the prefix tells you
FGHN versus FFHS is the first fork in the parts catalog: FGHN marks French-door builds and FFHS marks side-by-side builds. Cross-checking the prefix before ordering is faster than returning the wrong cartridge. Cabinet decode: 28 cubic feet — the number that tells you whether this cartridge feeds a family-size dispenser or a compact one.
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.
FGHN2844LP4 filter questions
How do I reset the filter light on the Frigidaire FGHN2844LP4?
Hold the filter-reset control a few seconds after the swap; the status light clears only with a seated cartridge, and the FGHN2844LP4 manual maps the control by panel type.
FGHN2844LP4 with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
No cap needed — the ULTRAWF bay passes water unfiltered while empty; it does not leak, it just skips filtration.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Frigidaire 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 ULTRAWF 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 FGHN2844LP4?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the ULTRAWF 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 ULTRAWF | RECOMMENDEDULTRAWF Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit | ULTRAWF Replacement Water Filter · 3-Pack – ClearFit | ULTRAWF Replacement Water Filter · 6-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $15.49 | $38.70 | $69.66 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → | View & buy → | View & buy → |
This filter expires six months from today
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