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Water Filter for the Frigidaire FGUB2642LE7 (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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FGUB2642LE7 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the FGUB2642LE7 in the fresh-food compartment — exact spot varies by dispenser layout — usually a kneeling-height or shoulder-height swap, not a teardown. It is a twist-lock bay: release is counterclockwise, seating is clockwise, and the stops are firm enough that you cannot overshoot.
Order-day practicalities: the change light ignores the new cartridge until you reset it, and the first removal always takes more muscle than the manual implies. Under the cabinet differences one thing holds: the ULTRAWF cartridge family is what every fit listing for this chassis resolves to, OEM and certified alternative alike. The E7 tail marks finish variants of one chassis; the filter bay is shared across the entire finish range.
Reading the FGUB2642LE7 model code — what the digits tell you
The two digits after the letters are the cabinet size: this is a 26 cubic feet refrigerator, which sets how much dispenser work the cartridge does between changes. Cross-checking by chassis pays off here: the water path is fixed at the ULTRAWF line — that asymmetry is what makes filter shopping simple.
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.
FGUB2642LE7 filter questions
How to reset the water filter indicator: Frigidaire FGUB2642LE7?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the FGUB2642LE7 manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
Can I run the Frigidaire FGUB2642LE7 with no cartridge installed?
You can, but unfiltered — the ULTRAWF bay needs no bypass plug; it just passes water through without filtering while the cartridge is out.
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 FGUB2642LE7?
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
This bay takes the OEM ULTRAWF. ClearFit verified-fit alternatives for this exact slot are being staged — every compatible option for your fridge is one lookup away.
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