Water Filter for the Frigidaire EI27BS26JS1
✓ 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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EI27BS26JS1 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The EI27BS26JS1 carries its water filter high on the fresh-food side in most French-door layouts — upper back or left wall, the same estate every French-door refrigerator in this family uses. The seat is a twist-in design — look for the index lugs, offer the cartridge, and rotate until they disappear into the housing.
Owners of the EI27BS26JS1 report the same friction points: flush before the first glass — new carbon beds shed fines for the first gallon or so, which is cosmetic, not contamination. Prefix literacy pays here: in this catalog EI is the French-door marker; internal layouts vary, the bay layout does not. Trim code S1: cosmetic variants of one chassis, one cartridge family.
EI vs EW — what the prefix tells you
EI versus EW is the first fork in the parts catalog: French-door on the EI side, Wave-Touch Electrolux French-door on the EW side — the parts catalog runs the same cartridge across both. Cabinet decode: 27 cu ft — the number that tells you whether this cartridge feeds a family-size dispenser or a compact one.
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.
Electrolux EI27BS26JS1: how do I clear the change-filter light?
Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the EI27BS26JS1 owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
Can I run the Electrolux EI27BS26JS1 with no cartridge installed?
You can, but unfiltered — the WF2CB bay needs no bypass plug; it just passes water through without filtering while the cartridge is out.
Are off-brand filters safe for an Electrolux 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 WF2CB 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 EI27BS26JS1?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the WF2CB 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
| OEM EveryDrop EDR1RXD1 | RECOMMENDEDClearFit Standard CF-1001 | ClearFit Lead-Shield CF-1001P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price / filter | $59.99 | $14.99 | $19.99 |
| NSF 42 (chlorine, taste) | ✓ Certified | ✓ Certified | ✓ Certified |
| NSF 53 (lead, cysts) | ✓ Certified | — Not tested | ✓ 99.2% lead reduction |
| Capacity | 200 gal / 6 mo | 200 gal / 6 mo | 200 gal / 6 mo |
| Filter media | Carbon block | Coconut carbon | Carbon + ion-ex |
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| Order | Not sold here — $59.99 at EveryDrop | Add to Cart | Add to Cart |
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