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Water Filter for the Samsung RF268ABBP (DA29-00003G)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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RF268ABBP specifics — where the filter actually lives
Finding the bay is the easy part — this chassis puts it high on the fresh-food side in most French-door layouts — upper back or left wall, a deliberate placement that keeps the swap away from the door seals and drawer rails. Mechanically the RF268ABBP uses a push-in cartridge; swap time is measured in minutes because the bay asks exactly two things: pull straight, push straight.
Practical notes from the install forums: 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. RF is not a trim code, it is a chassis statement: it places the machine in Samsung’s French-door multi-door family, which pins down the cartridge line, the reset behavior, and the service documentation worth consulting. BP is finish coding: handles, colors, panel options — none of it reaches the filter bay.
RF vs RS — what the prefix tells you
Catalog shorthand: Ordering by prefix works because RF means French-door multi-door and RS means side-by-side in this catalog — and the cartridge pool overlaps both. cabinet class 26 cubic feet — a box that size leans on the dispenser, so the six-month cartridge interval earns its keep.
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.
RF268ABBP filter questions
Clearing the filter status light on a Samsung RF268ABBP?
Lock in the new cartridge first, then hold the reset control for a few seconds — the RF268ABBP manual documents the button for each panel variant.
Does the Samsung RF268ABBP need a bypass plug when the filter is out?
No cap needed — the DA2900003G bay passes water unfiltered while empty; it does not leak, it just skips filtration.
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 DA2900003G 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 RF268ABBP?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the DA2900003G 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 DA29-00003G | RECOMMENDEDHAF-QIN Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $11.99 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → |
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