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Water Filter for the Kenmore KSRS25CKBT01 (EDR5RXD1)
✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed
🔧 5-min push-in swap
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KSRS25CKBT01 specifics — where the filter actually lives
The filter bay on the KSRS25CKBT01 in the lower fresh-food zone in most side-by-side layouts, knee height or below, a spot that survives trim changes across the KSR run. It is a twist-lock bay: one twist to release, one to lock; between them you are holding the entire service procedure.
Field notes: expect the first swap to take longer than the box suggests — aged o-rings grip — so budget ten minutes, not five. KSR reads as a chassis statement rather than a trim code: in this catalog KSR is the side-by-side chassis marker; internal layouts vary, the bay layout does not. The 01 suffix here is a revision index, not a different machine — trim and door hardware can shift between revisions, the filter bay does not.
KSR vs KTR — what the prefix tells you
KSR or KTR: the badge difference that does (and does not) change the filter order. The door count differs — side-by-side chassis against top-freezer — but the bay and the cartridge order do not. Model-code reading puts the KSRS25CKBT01 at roughly 2001-2005 — treat that as approximately right, not a production guarantee.
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.
KSRS25CKBT01 filter questions
Kenmore KSRS25CKBT01: how do I clear the change-filter light?
Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the KSRS25CKBT01 owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
Is a bypass plug required for the KSRS25CKBT01 when the cartridge is removed?
No bypass needed: the EDR5RXD1 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 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 KSRS25CKBT01?
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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