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Water Filter for the Samsung RF30KMEDBSR-AA-00 (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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RF30KMEDBSR/AA-00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
Finding the bay is the easy part — this chassis puts it inside the fresh-food cavity, upper zone in most French-door builds, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. Mechanically it is a push-in bay: swap time is measured in minutes because the bay asks exactly two things: pull straight, push straight.
The recurring owner notes: a first removal that fights a set o-ring, and a status light that needs a manual hold-to-reset before it acknowledges the new cartridge. Read the prefix and the maintenance writes itself: it places the machine in Samsung’s French-door multi-door family, which pins down the cartridge line, the reset behavior, and the service documentation worth consulting. Read the 00 ending as a revision marker — Samsung used it for running changes, none of which touched the DA2900020B bay.
RF vs RS — what the prefix tells you
Two prefixes, two missions: French-door multi-door versus side-by-side. Both generations draw from the same cartridge pool, so the prefix is a fit-check, not a barrier. 30 cu ft of cabinet — the dispenser sees heavy traffic at that size, and heavy traffic ages cartridges faster.
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.
RF30KMEDBSR/AA-00 filter questions
How to reset the water filter indicator: Samsung RF30KMEDBSR/AA-00?
Seat the new cartridge first, then hold the filter-reset control for a few seconds until the status light clears — the exact button placement varies by control panel, so check the RF30KMEDBSR/AA-00 owner’s manual page for filter status.
Is a bypass plug required for the RF30KMEDBSR/AA-00 when the cartridge is removed?
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 RF30KMEDBSR/AA-00?
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 → |
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