Samsung External Compatible Water Filter AQUA BLUE H2O DA2010CB-WF (2024)

FAQs

Is it OK to use generic water filter in Samsung refrigerator? ›

Always use Samsung brand filters. Filters from other manufacturers, even if they indicate compatibility, may damage your fridge and water filter housing, or break off and leave pieces of the filter inside (like the cap), preventing a new filter from being inserted.

Most Samsung water and ice dispensers will work without an AquaPure water filter installed. The water filter housings are designed as rotary valves that allow the water to bypass the water filter whenever there is no filter or the filter is not in the locked position.

You need a clean water filter to get fresh, filtered water. We recommend that you replace the water filter every six months. The refrigerator's water filter light will let you know when those six months are up and should be reset after changing the filter.

Counterfeit filters don't contain enough - if any - of the filtering materials necessary to keep them out of your water. Beyond the risk to your water, counterfeit filters can do serious damage to your appliance.

When it comes to buying an aftermarket water filter, they can be extremely safe. However, here are the following points you must ensure while buying one: Check Whether The Filter Has Passed NSF Certification The best way to ensure safety while buying an aftermarket water filter is to check for an NSF certification.

The Refrigerator Manufacturer May Have a Recycling Program

The first thing to do is check with the manufacturer to see if they offer a way to recycle the water filters. You will find some companies, like Samsung, say that the filter does not harm the environment and recommend that you just throw it away.

If your Samsung® fridge has an internal filter, an auto shut-off valve can keep the water shut when swapping out the filter. Otherwise, do not manually shut off your water supply to avoid common installation issues like airlocks and others.

Samsung refrigerators are compatible with three specific water filter models. To select the right one: Find your filter's location in your refrigerator (varies by model) – consult your user manual if needed. Check the model number on the existing filter to identify whether you need a HAF-CIN, HAF-QIN, or HAFCU1 filter.

If your water filter is expired or clogged, it may prevent the icemaker from working. Changing this out should resolve the issue. It needs to be cleaned. Samsung advises cleaning the ice maker every time the water filter is replaced.

The water filter needs to be changed when the Filter Indicator light turns red (see the picture of the control panel below). Usually this happens about every 6 months.

Does the Samsung water filter remove bacteria? ›

Fridge water filters may not be effective for removing all chemicals or toxins, including chromium, cadmium, arsenic, and selenium, as well as asbestos, bacteria, and pharmaceuticals.

If you see any unusual sediment or material in your water supply or the water has an unusual taste or smell, these are all signs your filter needs changing. Samsung refrigerators also come with a filter warning system that will alert you when the filter needs changing.

Read the label to see if it is NSF-certified. If it is, you can search NSF's database to learn more about what a particular model is certified to protect you against. Labels on water filters also typically state the contaminants that are reduced, which can help to guide your choice.

This is because the locking mechanism within the filter housing may need to be reset to ensure the new filter can fit in correctly. Follow these steps before installing the new filter: Insert the old filter up into the housing and twist clockwise to fix it firmly into the locked position.

It's always important to use the same filter type that is currently in your refrigerator. Most Owner's Manuals will provide you the water filter information specific to your model.

Others refer to OEM as the factory original. Aftermarket products, on the other hand, are those that have not been created by the same manufacturer, but have been fashioned to fit and perform as well as the original part(s).