Water Filter for the GE GSH22KGPAWW (MWF)

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

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GSH22KGPAWW · Quick Facts

TYPE

refrigerator

YEARS MADE

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FILTER LOCATION

bottom of the fresh-food column or at the grille line in most side-by-side builds

FILTER SLOT

MWF bay

REPLACE EVERY

Every 6 months

ALSO BRANDED AS

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

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Verified fit for GSH22KGPAWW. Cross-checked against GE service documentation — this model family uses the MWF bay with no chip or bypass restrictions.

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GSH22KGPAWW specifics — where the filter actually lives

On the GSH22KGPAWW, the cartridge bottom of the fresh-food column or at the grille line in most side-by-side builds, a spot that survives trim changes across the GSH run. Mechanically it is a quarter-turn twist-in seat: look for the index lugs, offer the cartridge, and rotate until they disappear into the housing.

Field notes: the first removal takes more force than every later one, and skipping the reset leaves a change-light glaring at a perfectly fresh cartridge. One prefix, one chassis family: in this catalog GSH is the side-by-side variant marker; internal layouts vary, the bay layout does not. That WW suffix is trim-level shorthand. GE kept the MWF bay common to every finish in the line.

GSH vs GSS — what the prefix tells you

The GSH/GSS pair divides this family by layout — side-by-side variant against side-by-side, respectively. Filter bays rarely care — the media family carries over more often than not. call it a 22 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.

GSH22KGPAWW filter questions

GE GSH22KGPAWW: 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 GSH22KGPAWW owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.

Can I run the GE GSH22KGPAWW with no cartridge installed?

No — the MWF 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 GE 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 MWF 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 GSH22KGPAWW?

Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the MWF 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 MWF cartridge

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