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Water Filter for the Samsung RFG297HDRS-XAA (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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RFG297HDRS/XAA specifics — where the filter actually lives
The RFG297HDRS/XAA carries its water filter top-left of the fresh-food compartment in most French-door layouts, away from the door bins, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. It is a push-lock bay — no threading, no quarter turn, just a straight push until the latch reports in.
Practical notes from the install forums: carbon fines in the first pours are normal for a fresh bed, and the filter timer only restarts when you hold the reset. The RF prefix is the tell: when Samsung stamps RF on the plate it is sorting the machine into the French-door multi-door class — same water path, same cartridge, different cabinet. Trim code AA: cosmetic variants of one chassis, one cartridge family.
RF vs RS — what the prefix tells you
Same parts shelf, two cabinet missions — The French-door multi-door/side-by-side split tracks the RF/RS prefixes — cartridge fit follows the water path, not the label on the door. call it a 29 cu ft box — which is why this cartridge works for a living rather than sitting decorative.
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.
RFG297HDRS/XAA filter questions
How do I reset the filter light on the Samsung RFG297HDRS/XAA?
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 RFG297HDRS/XAA owner’s manual page for filter status.
Running the RFG297HDRS/XAA with an empty filter bay — does it need a cap?
No — run it empty if you like; the DA2900020B bay needs no bypass plug, it simply passes water through untreated.
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 RFG297HDRS/XAA?
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
Your HVAC filter is probably on a different cycle. Track them all in one place.
months until this filter should be replaced (200-gal rated life)
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