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Water Filter for the Samsung RF30KMEDBSR-AA-01 (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-01 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the RF30KMEDBSR/AA-01 upper rear of the fresh-food section in most French-door builds with interior dispensers, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. Mechanically the RF30KMEDBSR/AA-01 uses a push-in cartridge; pull the old cartridge straight out, push the new one home until it latches, and you are done.
Before you click buy, two things: carbon fines in the first pours are normal for a fresh bed, and the filter timer only restarts when you hold the reset. One prefix, one chassis family: Samsung built these as French-door multi-door machines, and the filter bay inherits the geometry that implies, including where the dispenser feed runs. Revision 01 changed trim details, not the water circuit; order with confidence by model stem.
RF vs RS — what the prefix tells you
Prefix families here: RF against RS. RF machines are French-door multi-door; RS machines are side-by-side. Both draw from the same cartridge line, which is why fit charts list them together. 30 cubic feet 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-01 filter questions
Filter light reset on the Samsung RF30KMEDBSR/AA-01 — how?
Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the RF30KMEDBSR/AA-01 owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
Is a bypass plug required for the RF30KMEDBSR/AA-01 when the cartridge is removed?
No bypass needed: the DA2900020B bay closes on its own, and running empty simply means the water skips filtration until you seat a new cartridge.
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-01?
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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