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Water Filter for the Frigidaire FGHS2631PP4A (ULTRAWF)
✓ 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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FGHS2631PP4A specifics — where the filter actually lives
The FGHS2631PP4A carries its water filter inside the fresh-food cavity, upper zone in most French-door builds, the same estate every French-door refrigerator in this family uses. It is a twist-lock bay: the ears on the cartridge neck are the guide — line them up, lift into the seat, and quarter-turn home.
Two quirks worth knowing before you order: the line is still live when you open the bay, so keep a towel in reach, and expect the filter-status light to need a reset before it believes the new cartridge. FGHS reads as a chassis statement rather than a trim code: in this catalog FGHS is the French-door marker; internal layouts vary, the bay layout does not. The 4A ending is a finish code — color and handle options, not mechanical ones. Every finish of this chassis takes the same cartridge.
FGHS vs FFHS — what the prefix tells you
FGHS versus FFHS is the first fork in the parts catalog: FGHS machines are French-door; FFHS machines are side-by-side. Both draw from the same cartridge line, which is why fit charts list them together. call it a 26 cu ft box — which is why this cartridge works for a living rather than sitting decorative.
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.
FGHS2631PP4A filter questions
How do I reset the filter light on the Frigidaire FGHS2631PP4A?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the FGHS2631PP4A manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
FGHS2631PP4A with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
Nothing to buy — the ULTRAWF housing closes without a cartridge; water runs unfiltered until the next one goes in.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Frigidaire 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 ULTRAWF 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 FGHS2631PP4A?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the ULTRAWF 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 ULTRAWF | RECOMMENDEDULTRAWF Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit | ULTRAWF Replacement Water Filter · 3-Pack – ClearFit | ULTRAWF Replacement Water Filter · 6-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $15.49 | $38.70 | $69.66 |
| 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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