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Water Filter for the Samsung RF34H9950S4-AA-0005 (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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RF34H9950S4/AA-0005 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the RF34H9950S4/AA-0005 top-left of the fresh-food compartment in most French-door layouts, away from the door bins, a spot that survives trim changes across the RF run. The seat is a push-fit design: remove and replace are mirror images — straight out, straight in, click, done.
Practical notes from the install forums: plan on a towel for the first pull — sitting water in the line — and a five-second reset hold once the fresh cartridge is in. Read the prefix and the maintenance writes itself: the RF run is Samsung’s French-door multi-door series; across the run, the filter bay is one of the constants. Suffix 05 = production revision; filtration hardware was not part of the revision cycle.
RF vs RS — what the prefix tells you
RF or RS: the badge difference that does (and does not) change the filter order. 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. call it a 34 cu ft box — which is why this cartridge works for a living rather than sitting decorative.
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.
RF34H9950S4/AA-0005 filter questions
Samsung RF34H9950S4/AA-0005: how do I clear the change-filter light?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the RF34H9950S4/AA-0005 manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
RF34H9950S4/AA-0005 with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
The bay self-seals: with no cartridge the RF34H9950S4/AA-0005 still dispenses, just unfiltered. No bypass plug exists for this line.
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 RF34H9950S4/AA-0005?
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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