Water Filter for the Whirlpool KFIS29BBBL01
✓ 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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KFIS29BBBL01 specifics — where the filter actually lives
Finding the bay is the easy part — this chassis puts it upper rear of the fresh-food section in most French-door builds with interior dispensers, a spot that survives trim changes across the KFI run. Mechanically the KFIS29BBBL01 uses a twist-in cartridge: a quarter turn one way to release, the other to seat, and the only tool you need is a towel for the drip.
The small print owners learn the hard way: run the first gallon or two through a fresh cartridge before drinking — carbon fines are normal — and reset the indicator so the countdown matches reality. The KFI in KFIS29BBBL01 is doing real work: KFI generally indicates the French-door family, so cross-referencing cartridges by chassis rather than by door style usually keeps you out of the wrong-parts queue. That trailing 01 is the revision counter: KFI chassis revisions share one water path, so the cartridge order never changes with it.
KFI vs KBF — what the prefix tells you
The KFI prefix sits next to KBF in the catalog and the split is cabinet mission: French-door versus bottom-freezer. Both generations draw from the same cartridge pool, so the prefix is a fit-check, not a barrier. The KFIS29BBBL01 decodes to about 2013-2017 by catalog convention — close enough to bracket the cartridge generation, not close enough to certify.
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.
KitchenAid KFIS29BBBL01: how do I clear the change-filter light?
Seat the new cartridge first, then hold the filter-reset control for a few seconds until the status light clears — the exact button placement varies by control panel, so check the KFIS29BBBL01 owner’s manual page for filter status.
KitchenAid KFIS29BBBL01: bypass plug needed without a filter?
No bypass needed: the EDR2RXD2 bay closes on its own, and running empty simply means the water skips filtration until you seat a new cartridge.
Are off-brand filters safe for a KitchenAid 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 EDR2RXD2 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 KFIS29BBBL01?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR2RXD2 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 EveryDrop EDR1RXD1 | RECOMMENDEDClearFit Standard CF-1001 | ClearFit Lead-Shield CF-1001P | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price / filter | $59.99 | $14.99 | $19.99 |
| NSF 42 (chlorine, taste) | ✓ Certified | ✓ Certified | ✓ Certified |
| NSF 53 (lead, cysts) | ✓ Certified | — Not tested | ✓ 99.2% lead reduction |
| Capacity | 200 gal / 6 mo | 200 gal / 6 mo | 200 gal / 6 mo |
| Filter media | Carbon block | Coconut carbon | Carbon + ion-ex |
| Subscribe & Save | — | ✓ 15% off, cancel anytime | ✓ 15% off |
| Order | Not sold here — $59.99 at EveryDrop | Add to Cart | Add to Cart |
This filter expires six months from today
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