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Water Filter for the Samsung RSC6FWRS (DA29-00003G)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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RSC6FWRS specifics — where the filter actually lives
The RSC6FWRS carries its water filter at the base of the fresh-food compartment in most side-by-side builds — grille or lower rear, a deliberate placement that keeps the swap away from the door seals and drawer rails. Mechanically the RSC6FWRS uses a push-in cartridge; the header accepts the cartridge one way; when it slides without force, it is aligned.
Owners of the RSC6FWRS 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. Read the prefix and the maintenance writes itself: Samsung uses it across the side-by-side range, which means shared cartridge economics — one media family, dozens of cabinet variants, all drinking from the same parts catalog. Finish codes such as RS change the look, not the plumbing — order the cartridge by model, ignore the finish letter.
RS vs RF — what the prefix tells you
The catalog pairs RS with RF, and the split matters at order time: Ordering by prefix works because RS means side-by-side and RF means French-door multi-door in this catalog — and the cartridge pool overlaps both. What pins the parts choice down is the media line: the DA2900003G line — which is why fit listings key on chassis rather than door style.
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.
RSC6FWRS filter questions
Samsung RSC6FWRS: how do I clear the change-filter light?
Lock in the new cartridge first, then hold the reset control for a few seconds — the RSC6FWRS manual documents the button for each panel variant.
Is a bypass plug required for the RSC6FWRS when the cartridge is removed?
You can, but unfiltered — the DA2900003G bay needs no bypass plug; it just passes water through without filtering while the cartridge is out.
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 RSC6FWRS?
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.
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