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Water Filter for the Frigidaire FPHS2386LF3 (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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FPHS2386LF3 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the FPHS2386LF3, the cartridge in the lower fresh-food zone in most side-by-side layouts, knee height or below, a deliberate placement that keeps the swap away from the door seals and drawer rails. This is a twist-style bay, the friendlier design: seat the cartridge against the o-ring, quarter-turn clockwise, and let the keyed flange do the aligning for you.
Practical notes from the install forums: a stubborn first twist when the old o-ring has set, and a change-filter light that will not clear itself until you hold the reset. The FPHS in FPHS2386LF3 is doing real work: generally a side-by-side machine, and the filter bay inherits the geometry that implies — treat as typical, not absolute. Finish letter sets like F3 never alter the bay; the ULTRAWF line fits the whole set.
FPHS vs FFSS — what the prefix tells you
Catalog distance, parts proximity: FPHS/FFSS sit apart in the brochure, together in the parts catalog. read the code as 23 cubic feet of capacity, which tells you the cartridge’s real workload between changes.
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.
FPHS2386LF3 filter questions
Frigidaire FPHS2386LF3: 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 FPHS2386LF3 owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
Does the Frigidaire FPHS2386LF3 need a bypass plug when the filter is out?
The bay self-seals: with no cartridge the FPHS2386LF3 still dispenses, just unfiltered. No bypass plug exists for this line.
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 FPHS2386LF3?
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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