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PSS29NHPBCC

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Water Filter for the GE PSS29NHPBCC (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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PSS29NHPBCC replacement water filter cartridge — Replacement cartridge for this model

PSS29NHPBCC · 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

MWF bay

REPLACE EVERY

Every 6 months

ALSO BRANDED AS

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PSS29NHPBCC · Quick Facts

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

Filter slotMWF 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 PSS29NHPBCC. Cross-checked against GE service documentation — this model family uses the MWF bay with no chip or bypass restrictions.

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PSS29NHPBCC specifics — where the filter actually lives

The filter bay on the PSS29NHPBCC behind the lower fresh-food trim or base grille in most side-by-side layouts, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. Mechanically it is a quarter-turn twist-in seat: a quarter turn one way to release, the other to seat, and the only tool you need is a towel for the drip.

Practical notes from the install forums: the reset control is the step everyone skips; the light will not acknowledge a new cartridge on its own. Prefix literacy pays here: PSS machines come from the Profile side-by-side program, and GE’s parts system rewards you for knowing it: one cartridge family covers the run. The CC tail marks finish variants of one chassis; the filter bay is shared across the entire finish range.

PSS vs GSS — what the prefix tells you

PSS versus GSS is the first fork in the parts catalog: PSS covers Profile side-by-side, while GSS covers side-by-side. The cartridge line is usually shared across both — order by chassis, not by door count. cabinet class 29 cu ft — a box that size leans on the dispenser, so the six-month cartridge interval earns its keep.

Swap it in 5 minutes

Installing the replacement water filter in the PSS29NHPBCC

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

Old cartridge vs new — the difference a timely swap makes

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.

PSS29NHPBCC filter questions

How do I reset the filter light on the GE PSS29NHPBCC?

Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the PSS29NHPBCC owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.

Does the GE PSS29NHPBCC need a bypass plug when the filter is out?

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 PSS29NHPBCC?

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

This bay takes the OEM MWF. 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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