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Water Filter for the Kenmore KSRW22FHBL02 (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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KSRW22FHBL02 specifics — where the filter actually lives
Finding the bay is the easy part — this chassis puts it low on the fresh-food side or behind the base grille in most side-by-side layouts, the same estate every side-by-side chassis refrigerator in this family uses. Mechanically it is a quarter-turn twist-in seat: a quarter turn one way to release, the other to seat, and the only tool you need is a towel for the drip.
The small print owners learn the hard way: plan on a towel for the first pull — sitting water in the line — and a five-second reset hold once the fresh cartridge is in. One prefix, one chassis family: generally a side-by-side chassis machine, and the filter bay inherits the geometry that implies — treat as typical, not absolute. Revision 02 changed trim details, not the water circuit; order with confidence by model stem.
KSR vs KTR — what the prefix tells you
KSR versus KTR is the first fork in the parts catalog: KSR covers side-by-side chassis, while KTR covers top-freezer. The cartridge line is usually shared across both — order by chassis, not by door count. The KSRW22FHBL02 code suggests roughly 2018 to 2022 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.
KSRW22FHBL02 filter questions
KSRW22FHBL02 filter light will not turn off — what is the reset step?
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 KSRW22FHBL02 owner’s manual page for filter status.
Does the Kenmore KSRW22FHBL02 need a bypass plug when the filter is out?
You can, but unfiltered — the EDR5RXD1 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 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 KSRW22FHBL02?
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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