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Water Filter for the Whirlpool WRF736SDAB00 (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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WRF736SDAB00 specifics — where the filter actually lives
On the WRF736SDAB00, the cartridge in the fresh-food compartment, typically the upper back wall in most French-door layouts, a spot that survives trim changes across the WRF run. It is a twist-lock bay: the cartridge drops into the keyed seat and locks with a short quarter turn.
The recurring owner notes: expect dribble at the bay on removal even with the supply off, and remember the indicator will not self-clear — hold the reset control. The WRF prefix is the tell: WRF is Whirlpool’s French-door bottom-freezer designation proper, and the service literature files every one of these under the same cartridge line. 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 versus side-by-side. Both generations draw from the same cartridge pool, so the prefix is a fit-check, not a barrier. The listed build window for the WRF736SDAB00 is 2012-2016, per the official record — the bracket that matters for cartridge generation.
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.
WRF736SDAB00 filter questions
Whirlpool WRF736SDAB00: how do I clear the change-filter light?
Lock in the new cartridge first, then hold the reset control for a few seconds — the WRF736SDAB00 manual documents the button for each panel variant.
WRF736SDAB00 with no water filter installed — safe, or does it need a bypass?
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 WRF736SDAB00?
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
| Cartridge | OEM EDR2RXD2 | RECOMMENDEDEDR2RXD1 Replacement Water Filter · 1-Pack – ClearFit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | OEM list | $17.99 |
| Verified fit | ✓ the bay cartridge | View & buy → |
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