Water Filter for the Whirlpool WRF560SMYW02 (EDR2RXD2)

Your Whirlpool refrigerator takes the EDR2RXD2 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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WRF560SMYW02 · Quick Facts

TYPE

refrigerator

YEARS MADE

—

FILTER LOCATION

in the fresh-food compartment, typically the upper back wall in most French-door layouts

FILTER SLOT

EveryDrop Filter 2 bay

REPLACE EVERY

Every 6 months

ALSO BRANDED AS

wrf560smyw00, wrf560smyw01, wrf560smyw04, wrf560smyw05

WRF560SMYW02 · Quick Facts

Filter locationin the fresh-food compartment, typically the upper back wall in most French-door layouts

Filter slotEveryDrop Filter 2 bay

Replace everyEvery 6 months

Also branded aswrf560smyw00, wrf560smyw01, wrf560smyw04, wrf560smyw05

Typical installTwist or push — 5 minutes, no tools

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

✓

Verified fit for WRF560SMYW02. Cross-checked against Whirlpool service documentation — this model family uses the EDR2RXD2 bay with no chip or bypass restrictions.

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WRF560SMYW02 specifics — where the filter actually lives

The WRF560SMYW02 carries its water filter in the fresh-food compartment, typically the upper back wall in most French-door layouts, a deliberate placement that keeps the swap away from the door seals and drawer rails. Mechanically the WRF560SMYW02 uses a twist-in cartridge: one twist to release, one to lock; between them you are holding the entire service procedure.

Field notes: keep a folded towel under the bay before you open it; the line holds a cup of water even with the valve shut. The WRF prefix is the tell: WRF machines come from the French-door bottom-freezer program, and Whirlpool’s parts system rewards you for knowing it: one cartridge family covers the run. The 02 suffix here is a revision index, not a different machine — trim and door hardware can shift between revisions, the filter bay does not.

WRF vs WRS — what the prefix tells you

WRF versus WRS is the first fork in the parts catalog: French-door bottom-freezer against side-by-side, respectively. Filter bays rarely care — the media family carries over more often than not. Under the cabinet differences one thing holds: this chassis drinks from the EDR2RXD2 family, one of the most cross-referenced cartridges in the Whirlpool catalog.

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.

WRF560SMYW02 filter questions

Whirlpool WRF560SMYW02: 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 WRF560SMYW02 owner’s manual page for filter status.

Whirlpool WRF560SMYW02: bypass plug needed without a filter?

No bypass needed: the EDR2RXD2 bay closes on its own, and running empty simply means the water skips filtration until you seat a new cartridge.

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 WRF560SMYW02?

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

OEM EDR2RXD2 cartridge

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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