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Water Filter for the Kenmore KFIS29PBMS00 (EDR2RXD2)
✓ 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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KFIS29PBMS00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
Where the filter actually lives: high on the fresh-food side in most French-door layouts — upper back or left wall, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. This is a twist-style bay, the friendlier design: align the ears, seat it, and rotate until the stop catches — a five-minute job start to finish.
The recurring owner notes: the reset control is the step everyone skips; the light will not acknowledge a new cartridge on its own. The KFI in KFIS29PBMS00 is doing real work: in this catalog KFI is the French-door marker; internal layouts vary, the bay layout does not. The -00 tail tracks the revision ladder — each rung shares the identical EDR2RXD2 bay.
KFI vs KBF — what the prefix tells you
Two prefixes, two missions: KFI marks French-door builds and KBF marks bottom-freezer builds. Cross-checking the prefix before ordering is faster than returning the wrong cartridge. Working from the model code, the KFIS29PBMS00 lands somewhere around 2013 to 2017; 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.
KFIS29PBMS00 filter questions
Kenmore KFIS29PBMS00: how do I clear the change-filter light?
Lock in the new cartridge first, then hold the reset control for a few seconds — the KFIS29PBMS00 manual documents the button for each panel variant.
Is a bypass plug required for the KFIS29PBMS00 when the cartridge is removed?
You can, but unfiltered — the EDR2RXD2 bay needs no bypass plug; it just passes water through without filtering while the cartridge is out.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Kenmore 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 KFIS29PBMS00?
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
This bay takes the OEM EDR2RXD2. 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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