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Water Filter for the Kenmore KSBS25FKSS02 (EDR5RXD1)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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KSBS25FKSS02 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The KSBS25FKSS02 carries its water filter in the lower fresh-food zone in most side-by-side layouts, knee height or below, a deliberate placement that keeps the swap away from the door seals and drawer rails. The seat is a twist-in design — release is counterclockwise, seating is clockwise, and the stops are firm enough that you cannot overshoot.
Field notes: the change light ignores the new cartridge until you reset it, and the first removal always takes more muscle than the manual implies. Prefix literacy pays here: it usually places the machine in the side-by-side variant family, a strong hint at the cartridge line, the reset behavior, and the service documentation worth consulting. That trailing 02 is the revision counter: KSB chassis revisions share one water path, so the cartridge order never changes with it.
KSB vs KSR — what the prefix tells you
The KSB/KSR pair divides this family by layout — split by cabinet mission (side-by-side variant versus side-by-side chassis), joined by cartridge line — that is the KSB/KSR story. The KSBS25FKSS02 code suggests roughly 2001-2005 production — approximately right, which is all a parts search needs.
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.
KSBS25FKSS02 filter questions
How to reset the water filter indicator: Kenmore KSBS25FKSS02?
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 KSBS25FKSS02 owner’s manual page for filter status.
Is a bypass plug required for the KSBS25FKSS02 when the cartridge is removed?
No — run it empty if you like; the EDR5RXD1 bay needs no bypass plug, it simply passes water through untreated.
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 EDR5RXD1 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 KSBS25FKSS02?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR5RXD1 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.
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