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Water Filter for the Frigidaire FGHS2679KE0 (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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FGHS2679KE0 specifics — where the filter actually lives
Where the filter actually lives: 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 FGHS run. The seat is a twist-in design — a quarter turn one way to release, the other to seat, and the only tool you need is a towel for the drip.
Two quirks worth knowing before you order: run the first gallon or two through a fresh cartridge before drinking — carbon fines are normal — and reset the indicator so the countdown matches reality. FGHS reads as a chassis statement rather than a trim code: FGHS typically codes for French-door machines in this catalog, and in that format the water path is long enough that a neglected cartridge shows up as flow drop before it shows up as taste. The E0 tail marks finish variants of one chassis; the filter bay is shared across the entire finish range.
FGHS vs FFHS — what the prefix tells you
Prefix families here: FGHS against FFHS. FGHS means French-door, FFHS means side-by-side. For filter shopping the distinction matters less than you would think — same line, different cabinet. The digits in the model number read as cabinet capacity (26 cu ft), a decent proxy for how hard the filter works in daily service.
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.
FGHS2679KE0 filter questions
FGHS2679KE0 filter light will not turn off — what is the reset step?
Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the FGHS2679KE0 owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
FGHS2679KE0 with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
No bypass needed: the ULTRAWF bay closes on its own, and running empty simply means the water skips filtration until you seat a new cartridge.
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 FGHS2679KE0?
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.
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