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Water Filter for the Samsung RSC6JWSH (DA29-00003G)
✓ 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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RSC6JWSH specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the RSC6JWSH bottom of the fresh-food column or at the grille line in most side-by-side builds, a deliberate placement that keeps the swap away from the door seals and drawer rails. It is a push-lock bay — no threading, no quarter turn, just a straight push until the latch reports in.
The recurring owner notes: the change light ignores the new cartridge until you reset it, and the first removal always takes more muscle than the manual implies. One prefix, one chassis family: RS machines come from the side-by-side program, and Samsung’s parts system rewards you for knowing it: one cartridge family covers the run. Trailing letters like SH denote trim and finish: stainless, panel-ready, handle variants. The water path is identical across them.
RS vs RF — what the prefix tells you
The RS prefix sits next to RF in the catalog and the split is cabinet mission: side-by-side builds carry RS; French-door multi-door builds carry RF. Filter-wise the two lines converge on one cartridge family. One more anchor for the parts search: the DA2900003G media line; that is the anchor every compatible listing hangs from.
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.
RSC6JWSH filter questions
How to reset the water filter indicator: Samsung RSC6JWSH?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the RSC6JWSH manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
Running the RSC6JWSH with an empty filter bay — does it need a cap?
Nothing to buy — the DA2900003G housing closes without a cartridge; water runs unfiltered until the next one goes in.
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 RSC6JWSH?
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 → |
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