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Water Filter for the Samsung RS2623VQ (DA29-00003G)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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RS2623VQ specifics — where the filter actually lives
Where the filter actually lives: behind the lower fresh-food trim or base grille in most side-by-side layouts — usually a kneeling-height or shoulder-height swap, not a teardown. Mechanically the RS2623VQ uses a push-in cartridge; seat the cartridge square to the header until it clicks, and the retention clips do the rest.
Owners of the RS2623VQ report the same friction points: the first removal takes more force than every later one, and skipping the reset leaves a change-light glaring at a perfectly fresh cartridge. The RS in RS2623VQ is doing real work: Samsung built these as side-by-side machines, and the filter bay inherits the geometry that implies, including where the dispenser feed runs. That VQ suffix is trim-level shorthand. Samsung kept the DA2900003G bay common to every finish in the line.
RS vs RF — what the prefix tells you
RS or RF: the badge difference that does (and does not) change the filter order. RS means side-by-side, RF means French-door multi-door. For filter shopping the distinction matters less than you would think — same line, different cabinet. the 26 cu ft in the code is the size class; households that size move enough water that the six-month interval is worth honoring.
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.
RS2623VQ filter questions
Clearing the filter status light on a Samsung RS2623VQ?
Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the RS2623VQ owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
Does the Samsung RS2623VQ need a bypass plug when the filter is out?
No — run it empty if you like; the DA2900003G 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 DA2900003G 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 RS2623VQ?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the DA2900003G 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 DA29-00003G | RECOMMENDEDHAF-QIN Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $11.99 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → |
This filter expires six months from today
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