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Water Filter for the Kenmore KSRA22CNBT00 (EDR5RXD1)
✓ 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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KSRA22CNBT00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the KSRA22CNBT00, the cartridge bottom of the fresh-food column or at the grille line in most side-by-side builds — usually a kneeling-height or shoulder-height swap, not a teardown. It is a twist-lock bay: release is counterclockwise, seating is clockwise, and the stops are firm enough that you cannot overshoot.
The small print owners learn the hard way: a stubborn first twist when the old o-ring has set, and a change-filter light that will not clear itself until you hold the reset. The KSR in KSRA22CNBT00 is doing real work: in this catalog KSR is the side-by-side chassis marker; internal layouts vary, the bay layout does not. The two-digit 00 tail is revision bookkeeping. Badge position and shelf trim moved around; the bay geometry did not.
KSR vs KTR — what the prefix tells you
Know your KSR from your KTR and the cartridge question halves: side-by-side chassis versus top-freezer. Both generations draw from the same cartridge pool, so the prefix is a fit-check, not a barrier. One more anchor for the parts search: this chassis drinks from the EDR5RXD1 family, one of the most cross-referenced cartridges in the Kenmore catalog.
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.
KSRA22CNBT00 filter questions
KSRA22CNBT00 filter light will not turn off — what is the reset step?
Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the KSRA22CNBT00 owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
KSRA22CNBT00 with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
No cap needed — the EDR5RXD1 bay passes water unfiltered while empty; it does not leak, it just skips filtration.
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 KSRA22CNBT00?
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.
Every filter that fits your fridge
This bay takes the OEM EDR5RXD1. 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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