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Water Filter for the Whirlpool WRF560SMYE00 (EDR2RXD2)
✓ 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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WRF560SMYE00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
Where the filter actually lives: high on the fresh-food side in most French-door layouts — upper back or left wall, a spot that survives trim changes across the WRF 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.
Two quirks worth knowing before you order: expect dribble at the bay on removal even with the supply off, and remember the indicator will not self-clear — hold the reset control. Read the prefix and the maintenance writes itself: WRF marks the French-door bottom-freezer line in Whirlpool’s catalog, so cross-referencing cartridges by chassis rather than by door style keeps you out of the wrong-parts queue. Suffix 00 = production revision; filtration hardware was not part of the revision cycle.
WRF vs WRS — what the prefix tells you
The catalog pairs WRF with WRS, and the split matters at order time: French-door bottom-freezer builds carry WRF; side-by-side builds carry WRS. Filter-wise the two lines converge on one cartridge family. Under the cabinet differences one thing holds: the EDR2RXD2 media line; that is the anchor every compatible listing hangs from.
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.
WRF560SMYE00 filter questions
How to reset the water filter indicator: Whirlpool WRF560SMYE00?
The reset is a press-and-hold on the filter control with the cartridge in place; check the WRF560SMYE00 owner’s manual for where that control sits on your panel.
Running the WRF560SMYE00 with an empty filter bay — does it need a cap?
The bay self-seals: with no cartridge the WRF560SMYE00 still dispenses, just unfiltered. No bypass plug exists for this line.
Are off-brand filters safe for a Whirlpool 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 EDR2RXD2 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 WRF560SMYE00?
Every six months or at the rated gallon capacity, whichever comes first — the EDR2RXD2 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 EDR2RXD2. 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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