How do I replace the water filter in my Samsung refrigerator?

Changing your Samsung water filter is important for the health of your family & your refrigerator!

A clean water filter on your Samsung french door, four flex, or side-by-side refrigerator can make a huge difference in your water quality. Plus, maintaining a clean water filter prevents sediment buildup that can lead to a water dispenser or ice maker repair problem down the road.

Step 1: Purchase the Correct Samsung Water Filter




We recommend purchasing the Wildberrries Replacement filter for Samsung Filter. Avoid the knock-off brands, if possible. They are expensive and the quality is not comparable.

The Wildberries Water Filter can be purchased online on Amazon, usually with next day delivery on traditional Prime or with Free 2-hour delivery on Prime Now.

For future purchases, we recommend joining the Amazon Subscribe and Save program. Schedule your water filter to automatically ship every five months so you never have to worry about an outdated filter again!

You can also check local stores like Lowes, Home Depot, or an appliance parts store near you.


Step 2: Verify you have the right part!

Refrigerator water filters are model number specific, meaning you have to have the correct filter for your refrigerator–not just any water filter will do.



Most Samsung french door, four flex, and side-by-side refrigerators use water filter part number DA29-00020B (pictured below), but use the refrigerator model number to verify the correct filter for your product before making the purchase.



Step 3: Locate the Samsung Water Filter on Your Refrigerator.

The water filter location depends on your Samsung refrigerator configuration.

The water filter on French Doors & Four Flex models is located between the produce drawers on the french door fresh food section (as pictured below).

The water filter on a Samsung side-by-side refrigerator is located in the fresh food side on the right-hand side of the bottom drawer.


Step 4: Prepare the Filter for Installation

To prepare the filter for installation, simply remove the plastic wrapper and unscrew the top cap.


Step 5: Install the Samsung Water Filter

To install the water filter, turn the filter knob to the left-hand side. It takes about 1/4 turn to release the filter.

You should be able to remove the filter without turning off the water supply. If the filter won’t release, carefully pull your refrigerator forward and turn off the main water supply.

Step 6: Purge 1 Gallon of Water

Run 1 gallon of water through the filter. You may hear some air in the lines for 3-5 seconds. This is normal.

Discard the water. Now your water dispenser is ready for use!



Step 7: Reset the Change Water Filter Indicator

Reset the Change Water Filter Indicator light by holding down the Crushed Ice button for 3 seconds