Water Filter for the Frigidaire FRS26KF5CS2 (WF2CB)

Your Frigidaire refrigerator takes the WF2CB slot. Below is every filter that fits — OEM and certified alternatives — with real prices.

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🔧 5-min push-in swap

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FRS26KF5CS2 · Quick Facts

TYPE

refrigerator

YEARS MADE

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FILTER LOCATION

behind the lower fresh-food trim or base grille in most side-by-side layouts

FILTER SLOT

PureSource 2 (WF2CB) bay

REPLACE EVERY

Every 6 months

ALSO BRANDED AS

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FRS26KF5CS2 · Quick Facts

Filter locationbehind the lower fresh-food trim or base grille in most side-by-side layouts

Filter slotPureSource 2 (WF2CB) bay

Replace everyEvery 6 months

Typical installTwist or push — 5 minutes, no tools

Every cartridge that fits this model — pulled live from the catalogue:

✓

Verified fit for FRS26KF5CS2. Cross-checked against Frigidaire service documentation — this model family uses the WF2CB bay with no chip or bypass restrictions.

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FRS26KF5CS2 specifics — where the filter actually lives

The FRS26KF5CS2 carries its water filter behind the lower fresh-food trim or base grille in most side-by-side layouts, a spot that survives trim changes across the FRS run. Mechanically the FRS26KF5CS2 uses a twist-in cartridge: align the ears, seat it, and rotate until the stop catches — a five-minute job start to finish.

Two quirks worth knowing before you order: plan on a towel for the first pull — sitting water in the line — and a five-second reset hold once the fresh cartridge is in. Decode the plate and the parts question answers itself: FRS machines come from the side-by-side program, and Frigidaire’s parts system rewards you for knowing it: one cartridge family covers the run. The S2 tail marks finish variants of one chassis; the filter bay is shared across the entire finish range.

FRS vs FFSS — what the prefix tells you

FRS and FFSS are neighbors in the same side-by-side family; the catalog uses them for different production runs, the parts system does not. call it a 26 cubic feet 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.

FRS26KF5CS2 filter questions

Frigidaire FRS26KF5CS2: how do I clear the change-filter light?

Seat the new cartridge first, then hold the filter-reset control for a few seconds until the status light clears — the exact button placement varies by control panel, so check the FRS26KF5CS2 owner’s manual page for filter status.

Will the Frigidaire FRS26KF5CS2 dispense water without a filter cartridge?

No — the WF2CB bay seals on the cartridge itself, so removing it just means unfiltered water until the next change, not a leak.

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 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 FRS26KF5CS2?

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 WF2CB cartridge

This bay takes the OEM WF2CB. 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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