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Water Filter for the Kenmore KSRI22FNBT00 (EDR5RXD1)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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KSRI22FNBT00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
Finding the bay is the easy part — this chassis puts it in the lower fresh-food zone in most side-by-side layouts, knee height or below, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. Mechanically it is a quarter-turn twist-in seat: release is counterclockwise, seating is clockwise, and the stops are firm enough that you cannot overshoot.
Before you click buy, two things: 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 prefix is the tell: it usually places the machine in the side-by-side chassis family, a strong hint at the cartridge line, the reset behavior, and the service documentation worth consulting. The -00 tail tracks the revision ladder — each rung shares the identical EDR5RXD1 bay.
KSR vs KTR — what the prefix tells you
Know your KSR from your KTR and the cartridge question halves: KSR means side-by-side chassis, KTR means top-freezer. For filter shopping the distinction matters less than you would think — same line, different cabinet. The constant across every trim of this machine is the cartridge line — the KSRI22FNBT00 shares its water path with the whole EDR5RXD1 generation — the cartridge is the common denominator, not the door count.
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.
KSRI22FNBT00 filter questions
Kenmore KSRI22FNBT00: how do I clear the change-filter light?
With the new cartridge seated, press and hold the filter reset until the light clears — panel placement differs, so the KSRI22FNBT00 manual’s filter section has the exact control for your trim.
Kenmore KSRI22FNBT00: bypass plug needed without a filter?
No — the EDR5RXD1 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 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 KSRI22FNBT00?
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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