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Water Filter for the Samsung EAP4138224 (DA29-00020B)
✓ 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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EAP4138224 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the EAP4138224 inside the fresh-food cavity, position varying with dispenser spec — usually a kneeling-height or shoulder-height swap, not a teardown. The seat is a push-fit design: the cartridge seats with a click you can feel through the housing; no rotation, no tools, no drama.
Order-day practicalities: expect the first swap to take longer than the box suggests — aged o-rings grip — so budget ten minutes, not five. Under the cabinet differences one thing holds: the DA2900020B media line; that is the anchor every compatible listing hangs from. The 24 suffix here is a revision index, not a different machine — trim and door hardware can shift between revisions, the filter bay does not.
Reading the EAP4138224 model code — what the digits tell you
41 cu ft of cabinet — the dispenser sees heavy traffic at that size, and heavy traffic ages cartridges faster. The trim walk never reaches the plumbing: the EAP4138224 and its siblings all drink from the DA2900020B line, which keeps the parts search short.
Swap it in 5 minutes
- Pull the old cartridge straight out of the header — expect a small spill, not a flood.
- Align the new cartridge with the keyed slot; it only goes in one orientation.
- Push the cartridge home until the retention latch clicks.
- 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.
EAP4138224 filter questions
Reset procedure for the change-filter alert on the EAP4138224?
Lock in the new cartridge first, then hold the reset control for a few seconds — the EAP4138224 manual documents the button for each panel variant.
Can I run the Samsung EAP4138224 with no cartridge installed?
No — the DA2900020B bay seals on the cartridge itself, so removing it just means unfiltered water until the next change, not a leak.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Samsung 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 DA2900020B 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 EAP4138224?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the DA2900020B 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 DA29-00020B | RECOMMENDEDHAF-CIN Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit | HAF-CIN Replacement Water Filter · 3-Pack – ClearFit | HAF-CIN Replacement Water Filter · 6-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $10.49 | $26.22 | $47.16 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → | View & buy → | View & buy → |
This filter expires six months from today
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months until this filter should be replaced (200-gal rated life)
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