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Water Filter for the KitchenAid KTRS22EMSS00 (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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KTRS22EMSS00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the KTRS22EMSS00, the cartridge upper back of the fresh-food compartment in most top-freezer layouts that carry a dispenser, a spot that survives trim changes across the KTR run. 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 recurring owner notes: the reset control is the step everyone skips; the light will not acknowledge a new cartridge on its own. 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. Revision 00 changed trim details, not the water circuit; order with confidence by model stem.
KTR vs KSR — what the prefix tells you
The KTR prefix sits next to KSR in the catalog and the split is cabinet mission: KTR machines are top-freezer; KSR machines are side-by-side chassis. Both draw from the same cartridge line, which is why fit charts list them together. Catalog convention puts the KTRS22EMSS00 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.
KTRS22EMSS00 filter questions
How do I reset the filter light on the KitchenAid KTRS22EMSS00?
Press and hold the reset control until the light clears (a few seconds), with the new cartridge already seated — the KTRS22EMSS00 owner’s manual lists the button location for your control panel.
KTRS22EMSS00 with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
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 KTRS22EMSS00?
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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