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Water Filter for the Frigidaire LGUB2642LE8 (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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LGUB2642LE8 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The LGUB2642LE8 carries its water filter in the fresh-food compartment — exact spot varies by dispenser layout, a spot that survives trim changes across the refrigerator run. Mechanically the LGUB2642LE8 uses a twist-in cartridge: offer the cartridge, feel the base o-ring register, and lock it by geometry rather than by force.
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. What pins the parts choice down is the media line: this chassis drinks from the ULTRAWF family, one of the most cross-referenced cartridges in the Frigidaire catalog. Trailing letters like E8 denote trim and finish: stainless, panel-ready, handle variants. The water path is identical across them.
Reading the LGUB2642LE8 model code — what the digits tell you
26 cu ft of cabinet — the dispenser sees heavy traffic at that size, and heavy traffic ages cartridges faster. Cross-checking by chassis pays off here: this generation runs on the ULTRAWF line across every cabinet variant.
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.
LGUB2642LE8 filter questions
How to reset the water filter indicator: Frigidaire LGUB2642LE8?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the LGUB2642LE8 manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
Is a bypass plug required for the LGUB2642LE8 when the cartridge is removed?
The bay self-seals: with no cartridge the LGUB2642LE8 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 LGUB2642LE8?
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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