Water Filter for the KitchenAid KTRC22EMWH03 (EDR6D1)

Your Whirlpool refrigerator takes the EDR6D1 slot. Below is every filter that fits — OEM and certified alternatives — with real prices.

✓ 100% compatible — no bypass plug needed

🔧 5-min push-in swap

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KTRC22EMWH03 · Quick Facts

TYPE

refrigerator

YEARS MADE

2003-2007

FILTER LOCATION

in the fresh-food cavity, upper rear in most top-freezer builds with a dispenser

FILTER SLOT

EveryDrop Filter 6 bay

REPLACE EVERY

Every 6 months

ALSO BRANDED AS

ktrc22emwh00, ktrc22emwh01, ktrc22emwh02, ktrc22emwh04, ktrc22emwh05

KTRC22EMWH03 · Quick Facts

Filter locationin the fresh-food cavity, upper rear in most top-freezer builds with a dispenser

Filter slotEveryDrop Filter 6 bay

Replace everyEvery 6 months

Years made2003-2007

Also branded asktrc22emwh00, ktrc22emwh01, ktrc22emwh02, ktrc22emwh04, ktrc22emwh05

Typical installTwist or push — 5 minutes, no tools

Every cartridge that fits this model — pulled live from the catalogue:

✓

Verified fit for KTRC22EMWH03. Cross-checked against Whirlpool service documentation — this model family uses the EDR6D1 bay with no chip or bypass restrictions.

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KTRC22EMWH03 specifics — where the filter actually lives

Where the filter actually lives: in the fresh-food cavity, upper rear in most top-freezer builds with a dispenser, so expect to clear one shelf edge before you have working room. Mechanically the KTRC22EMWH03 uses a twist-in cartridge: look for the index lugs, offer the cartridge, and rotate until they disappear into the housing.

Two quirks worth knowing before you order: run the first gallon or two through a fresh cartridge before drinking — carbon fines are normal — and reset the indicator so the countdown matches reality. Decode the plate and the parts question answers itself: generally a top-freezer machine, and the filter bay inherits the geometry that implies — treat as typical, not absolute. A -03 style suffix means running production revisions; filter fit stayed constant across the whole run.

KTR vs KSR — what the prefix tells you

Two prefixes, two missions: top-freezer versus side-by-side chassis. Both generations draw from the same cartridge pool, so the prefix is a fit-check, not a barrier. The KTRC22EMWH03 decodes to about 2003-2007 by catalog convention — close enough to bracket the cartridge generation, not close enough to certify.

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.

KTRC22EMWH03 filter questions

How do I reset the filter light on the KitchenAid KTRC22EMWH03?

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 KTRC22EMWH03 owner’s manual page for filter status.

KitchenAid KTRC22EMWH03: bypass plug needed without a filter?

No — the EDR6D1 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 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 KTRC22EMWH03?

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.

Every filter that fits your fridge

OEM EDR6D1 cartridge

This bay takes the OEM EDR6D1. 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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