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Water Filter for the KitchenAid KTRA22EMSS01 (EDR6D1)
✓ 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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KTRA22EMSS01 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the KTRA22EMSS01, the cartridge high in the fresh-food section in most top-freezer builds, near the controls, a deliberate placement that keeps the swap away from the door seals and drawer rails. 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.
The small print owners learn the hard way: the first removal takes more force than every later one, and skipping the reset leaves a change-light glaring at a perfectly fresh cartridge. Decode the plate and the parts question answers itself: it usually places the machine in the top-freezer family, a strong hint at the cartridge line, the reset behavior, and the service documentation worth consulting. Read the 01 ending as a revision marker — KitchenAid used it for running changes, none of which touched the EDR6D1 bay.
KTR vs KSR — what the prefix tells you
KTR or KSR: the badge difference that does (and does not) change the filter order. split by cabinet mission (top-freezer versus side-by-side chassis), joined by cartridge line — that is the KTR/KSR story. Catalog convention puts the KTRA22EMSS01 near 2003-2007 — an approximation, useful for bracketing the cartridge era only.
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.
KTRA22EMSS01 filter questions
KitchenAid KTRA22EMSS01: how do I clear the change-filter light?
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 KTRA22EMSS01 owner’s manual page for filter status.
KTRA22EMSS01 with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
No cap needed — the EDR6D1 bay passes water unfiltered while empty; it does not leak, it just skips filtration.
Are off-brand filters safe for a KitchenAid 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 EDR6D1 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 KTRA22EMSS01?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR6D1 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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