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Water Filter for the LG LRSC26980TT (LT600P)
✓ 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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LRSC26980TT specifics — where the filter actually lives
Where the filter actually lives: in the fresh-food compartment — exact spot varies by dispenser layout, a spot that survives trim changes across the refrigerator run. Mechanically it is a push-and-twist seat: offer the cartridge to the header, press, and rotate until the stop catches; a towel handles the dribble.
Order-day practicalities: keep a folded towel under the bay before you open it; the line holds a cup of water even with the valve shut. What pins the parts choice down is the media line: the LT600P cartridge family is what every fit listing for this chassis resolves to, OEM and certified alternative alike. The TT tail marks finish variants of one chassis; the filter bay is shared across the entire finish range.
Reading the LRSC26980TT model code — what the digits tell you
The 26 cubic feet figure in the code is the household size proxy; larger households breach the rated gallons before the calendar does. The parts catalog sees it simply: fit charts key on the LT600P cartridge family rather than the door configuration, so trim differences never change the order.
Swap it in 5 minutes
- Press the release (if fitted), twist the old cartridge free, and pull it from the header.
- Wet the new cartridge’s o-ring with cold tap water so it seats without dragging.
- Push the cartridge square onto the header, then give it the locking quarter turn.
- 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.
LRSC26980TT filter questions
LG LRSC26980TT: how do I clear the change-filter light?
Hold the filter-reset control a few seconds after the swap; the status light clears only with a seated cartridge, and the LRSC26980TT manual maps the control by panel type.
Running the LRSC26980TT with an empty filter bay — does it need a cap?
You can, but unfiltered — the LT600P bay needs no bypass plug; it just passes water through without filtering while the cartridge is out.
Are off-brand filters safe for a LG 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 LT600P 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 LRSC26980TT?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the LT600P 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
This bay takes the OEM LT600P. ClearFit verified-fit alternatives for this exact slot are being staged — every compatible option for your fridge is one lookup away.
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