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Water Filter for the Samsung RF28HMEDBSR (DA29-00020B)
✓ 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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RF28HMEDBSR specifics — where the filter actually lives
Where the filter actually lives: inside the fresh-food cavity, upper zone in most French-door builds, a spot that survives trim changes across the RF run. The seat is a push-fit design: the cartridge seats with a click you can feel through the housing; no rotation, no tools, no drama.
The recurring owner notes: keep a folded towel under the bay before you open it; the line holds a cup of water even with the valve shut. Prefix literacy pays here: Samsung uses it across the French-door multi-door range, which means shared cartridge economics — one media family, dozens of cabinet variants, all drinking from the same parts catalog. The SR tail marks finish variants of one chassis; the filter bay is shared across the entire finish range.
RF vs RS — what the prefix tells you
Same parts shelf, two cabinet missions — French-door multi-door builds carry RF; side-by-side builds carry RS. Filter-wise the two lines converge on one cartridge family. capacity 28 cu ft: a mid-to-full-size cabinet whose dispenser traffic sets the realistic change cadence.
Swap it in 5 minutes
- Pull the old cartridge straight out of the header — expect a small spill, not a flood.
- Align the new cartridge with the keyed slot; it only goes in one orientation.
- Push the cartridge home until the retention latch clicks.
- 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.
RF28HMEDBSR filter questions
Reset procedure for the change-filter alert on the RF28HMEDBSR?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the RF28HMEDBSR manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
Running the RF28HMEDBSR with an empty filter bay — does it need a cap?
No — the DA2900020B 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 Samsung 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 DA2900020B 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 RF28HMEDBSR?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the DA2900020B 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 DA29-00020B | RECOMMENDEDHAF-CIN Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit | HAF-CIN Replacement Water Filter · 3-Pack – ClearFit | HAF-CIN Replacement Water Filter · 6-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $10.49 | $26.22 | $47.16 |
| 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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