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Water Filter for the Whirlpool GS5SVAXVA00 (EDR3RXD1)
✓ 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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GS5SVAXVA00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the GS5SVAXVA00, the cartridge at the base of the fresh-food compartment in most side-by-side builds — grille or lower rear, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. Mechanically the GS5SVAXVA00 uses a twist-in cartridge: no tools, no housing removal, and the cartridge indexes in only one orientation despite looking symmetric.
Practical notes from the install forums: expect dribble at the bay on removal even with the supply off, and remember the indicator will not self-clear — hold the reset control. GS reads as a chassis statement rather than a trim code: GS on this badge family usually means side-by-side family stock, which is why fit charts list cartridges by chassis code first. The 00 suffix here is a revision index, not a different machine — trim and door hardware can shift between revisions, the filter bay does not.
GS vs GSS — what the prefix tells you
GS or GSS: the badge difference that does (and does not) change the filter order. side-by-side family on the GS side, side-by-side on the GSS side — the parts catalog runs the same cartridge across both. Working from the model code, the GS5SVAXVA00 lands somewhere around 2008-2012; treat the window as approximate.
Swap it in 5 minutes
- Twist the old cartridge a quarter turn counterclockwise and pull it straight down — keep a towel in reach for the dribble.
- Fill the new cartridge with cold tap water so the chamber is not fighting an air pocket.
- Offer the new cartridge to the bay, push up, and twist a quarter turn clockwise until the stop catches.
- 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.
GS5SVAXVA00 filter questions
Filter light reset on the Whirlpool GS5SVAXVA00 — how?
The reset is a press-and-hold on the filter control with the cartridge in place; check the GS5SVAXVA00 owner’s manual for where that control sits on your panel.
Can I run the Whirlpool GS5SVAXVA00 with no cartridge installed?
The bay self-seals: with no cartridge the GS5SVAXVA00 still dispenses, just unfiltered. No bypass plug exists for this line.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Whirlpool 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 EDR3RXD1 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 GS5SVAXVA00?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR3RXD1 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 EDR3RXD1 | RECOMMENDEDEDR3RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit | EDR3RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · 3-Pack – ClearFit | EDR3RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · 6-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $17.99 | $44.97 | $80.94 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → | View & buy → | View & buy → |
This filter expires six months from today
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months until this filter should be replaced (200-gal rated life)
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