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Water Filter for the KitchenAid KRFC300ESS11 (EDR1RXD1)
✓ 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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KRFC300ESS11 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the KRFC300ESS11 inside the fresh-food cavity, upper zone in most French-door builds — usually a kneeling-height or shoulder-height swap, not a teardown. The seat is a twist-in design — the cartridge drops into the keyed seat and locks with a short quarter turn.
Practical notes from the install forums: the change light ignores the new cartridge until you reset it, and the first removal always takes more muscle than the manual implies. One prefix, one chassis family: KitchenAid built these as French-door bottom-freezer machines, and the filter bay inherits the geometry that implies, including where the dispenser feed runs. Suffix 11 = production revision; filtration hardware was not part of the revision cycle.
KRF vs KSR — what the prefix tells you
The KRF/KSR pair divides this family by layout — KRF marks French-door bottom-freezer builds and KSR marks side-by-side chassis builds. Cross-checking the prefix before ordering is faster than returning the wrong cartridge. Per the official efficiency listing, the KRFC300ESS11 spans 2015-2019 — the manufacturer-stated production window.
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.
KRFC300ESS11 filter questions
How do I reset the filter light on the KitchenAid KRFC300ESS11?
Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the KRFC300ESS11 owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
Is a bypass plug required for the KRFC300ESS11 when the cartridge is removed?
You can, but unfiltered — the EDR1RXD1 bay needs no bypass plug; it just passes water through without filtering while the cartridge is out.
Are off-brand filters safe for a KitchenAid 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 EDR1RXD1 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 KRFC300ESS11?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR1RXD1 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 EDR1RXD1 | RECOMMENDEDEDR1RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit | EDR1RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · Lead-Reduction · 1-Pack – ClearFit | EDR1RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · 3-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $17.99 | $19.99 | $44.99 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → | View & buy → | View & buy → |
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