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Water Filter for the GE GC2225GEK3 (EDR4RXD1)
✓ 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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GC2225GEK3 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the GC2225GEK3, the cartridge in the fresh-food compartment — exact spot varies by dispenser layout — usually a kneeling-height or shoulder-height swap, not a teardown. The seat is a twist-in design — offer the cartridge, feel the base o-ring register, and lock it by geometry rather than by force.
Two quirks worth knowing before you order: carbon fines in the first pours are normal for a fresh bed, and the filter timer only restarts when you hold the reset. One more anchor for the parts search: the EDR4RXD1 line — which is why fit listings key on chassis rather than door style. Finish letter sets like K3 never alter the bay; the EDR4RXD1 line fits the whole set.
Reading the GC2225GEK3 model code — what the digits tell you
Model-code reading puts the GC2225GEK3 at roughly 2015 to 2019 — treat that as approximately right, not a production guarantee. Shopping shorthand for this model: trim codes shuffle doors and finishes; the EDR4RXD1 cartridge family is the fixed point.
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.
GC2225GEK3 filter questions
GC2225GEK3 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 GC2225GEK3 owner’s manual for where that control sits on your panel.
Does the Maytag GC2225GEK3 need a bypass plug when the filter is out?
Nothing to buy — the EDR4RXD1 housing closes without a cartridge; water runs unfiltered until the next one goes in.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Maytag 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 EDR4RXD1 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 GC2225GEK3?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR4RXD1 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 EDR4RXD1 | RECOMMENDEDUKF8001 Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit | EDR4RXD1 EveryDrop Filter 4 Replacement · 1-Pack – ClearFit | UKF8001 Replacement Water Filter · 3-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $17.99 | $17.99 | $44.97 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → | View & buy → | View & buy → |
This filter expires six months from today
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