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Water Filter for the Frigidaire LGHN2844MF0 (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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LGHN2844MF0 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The LGHN2844MF0 carries its water filter in the fresh-food compartment, placement dependent on the dispenser package, the same estate every refrigerator in this family uses. Mechanically the LGHN2844MF0 uses a twist-in cartridge: a quarter turn one way to release, the other to seat, and the only tool you need is a towel for the drip.
Before you click buy, two things: keep a folded towel under the bay before you open it; the line holds a cup of water even with the valve shut. One more anchor for the parts search: this chassis drinks from the ULTRAWF family, one of the most cross-referenced cartridges in the Frigidaire catalog. Trim code F0: cosmetic variants of one chassis, one cartridge family.
Reading the LGHN2844MF0 model code — what the digits tell you
The two digits after the letters are the cabinet size: this is a 28 cubic feet refrigerator, which sets how much dispenser work the cartridge does between changes. Hold this constant while shopping: the LGHN2844MF0 and its siblings all drink from the ULTRAWF line, which keeps the parts search short.
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.
LGHN2844MF0 filter questions
LGHN2844MF0 filter light will not turn off — what is the reset step?
The reset is a press-and-hold on the filter control with the cartridge in place; check the LGHN2844MF0 owner’s manual for where that control sits on your panel.
LGHN2844MF0 with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
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 LGHN2844MF0?
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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