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Water Filter for the Samsung RF34H9950S4-AA-0001 (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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RF34H9950S4/AA-0001 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the RF34H9950S4/AA-0001 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. It is a push-lock bay — seat the cartridge square to the header until it clicks, and the retention clips do the rest.
Field 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. The RF in RF34H9950S4/AA-0001 is doing real work: 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. Suffix 01 = production revision; filtration hardware was not part of the revision cycle.
RF vs RS — what the prefix tells you
Catalog shorthand: Chassis first: French-door multi-door (RF) versus side-by-side (RS). The shared cartridge line covers both without adaptation. cabinet class 34 cubic feet — a box that size leans on the dispenser, so the six-month cartridge interval earns its keep.
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.
RF34H9950S4/AA-0001 filter questions
Reset procedure for the change-filter alert on the RF34H9950S4/AA-0001?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the RF34H9950S4/AA-0001 manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
Running the RF34H9950S4/AA-0001 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 RF34H9950S4/AA-0001?
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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