Water Filter for the Whirlpool GT1SHWXPS02 (EDR6D1)

Your Whirlpool refrigerator takes the EDR6D1 slot. Below is every filter that fits — OEM and certified alternatives — with real prices.

✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed

🔧 5-min push-in swap

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GT1SHWXPS02 · Quick Facts

TYPE

refrigerator

YEARS MADE

2004-2008

FILTER LOCATION

in the fresh-food compartment — exact spot varies by dispenser layout

FILTER SLOT

EveryDrop Filter 6 bay

REPLACE EVERY

Every 6 months

ALSO BRANDED AS

gt1shwxps00, gt1shwxps01

GT1SHWXPS02 · Quick Facts

Filter locationin the fresh-food compartment — exact spot varies by dispenser layout

Filter slotEveryDrop Filter 6 bay

Replace everyEvery 6 months

Years made2004-2008

Also branded asgt1shwxps00, gt1shwxps01

Typical installTwist or push — 5 minutes, no tools

Every cartridge that fits this model — pulled live from the catalogue:

✓

Verified fit for GT1SHWXPS02. Cross-checked against Whirlpool service documentation — this model family uses the EDR6D1 bay with no chip or bypass restrictions.

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GT1SHWXPS02 specifics — where the filter actually lives

On the GT1SHWXPS02, the cartridge in the fresh-food compartment — exact spot varies by dispenser layout — usually a kneeling-height or shoulder-height swap, not a teardown. The seat is a twist-in design — the bay wants the cartridge offered flat, rotated a quarter turn, and nothing more — hand pressure only.

Field notes: flush before the first glass — new carbon beds shed fines for the first gallon or so, which is cosmetic, not contamination. One more anchor for the parts search: the GT1SHWXPS02 shares its water path with the whole EDR6D1 generation — the cartridge is the common denominator, not the door count. The 02 suffix here is a revision index, not a different machine — trim and door hardware can shift between revisions, the filter bay does not.

Reading the GT1SHWXPS02 model code — what the digits tell you

The GT1SHWXPS02 decodes to about 2004 to 2008 by catalog convention — close enough to bracket the cartridge generation, not close enough to certify. Cross-checking by chassis pays off here: this generation runs on the EDR6D1 line across every cabinet variant.

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.

GT1SHWXPS02 filter questions

How do I reset the filter light on the Whirlpool GT1SHWXPS02?

Hold the filter-reset control a few seconds after seating the new cartridge; placements vary by control panel, and the GT1SHWXPS02 manual’s filter-status page has the exact spot.

Whirlpool GT1SHWXPS02: bypass plug needed without a filter?

No — the EDR6D1 bay seals on the cartridge itself, so removing it just means unfiltered water until the next change, not a leak.

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 EDR6D1 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 GT1SHWXPS02?

Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR6D1 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

OEM EDR6D1 cartridge

This bay takes the OEM EDR6D1. ClearFit verified-fit alternatives for this exact slot are being staged — every compatible option for your fridge is one lookup away.

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