How to Replace the Water Filter in an Electrolux Refrigerator
Replacing your Electrolux refrigerator water filter is a quick task that anyone can master in no time. Your refrigerator's water filter should be replaced every 6 months, as recommended by manufacturers, to maintain the quality of your drinking water; replace it more frequently if you notice the water flow slowing.
Electrolux makes a wide variety of refrigerators, and the water filters used vary by model. How to change the water filter in your Electrolux refrigerator depends on the refrigerator style, the location of the water filter, and the filter part number. If you're unsure what filter goes in your Electrolux refrigerator, use the filter finder in our Electrolux refrigerator water filter collection.
The tables below list the Electrolux water filter parts numbers by refrigerator style, with links to easy-to-follow instruction videos. Read on to learn how to install the water filter in your Electrolux model.
How to change the water filter in an Electrolux side-by-side refrigerator
| Filter number | Removal method | Location | How-to video |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWF01, EWF2CBPA | Push button to eject | Inside top-right | How to replace a push-button-to-eject water filter |
How to change the water filter in an Electrolux French 3-door refrigerator
| Filter number | Removal method | Location | How-to video |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWF01 | Push buton to eject | Inside bottom-left | How to replace a push-button-to-eject water filter |
| EWF02 | Twist to remove | Inside top-right | How to replace a twist-to-remove water filter |
How to change the water filter in an Electrolux no-freezer refrigerator
| Filter number | Removal method | Location | How-to video |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWF2CBPA | Push button to eject | Inside top-left | How to replace a push-button-to-eject water filter |
Step-by-step instructions by Electrolux water filter part number
How to replace a push-button-to-eject water filter
Push-button-to-eject Electrolux water filters are EWF01 and EWF2CBPA.
Turn off the ice maker.
Push the eject button.
Pull the filter out of the housing.
Push the new filter into the housing until it clicks.
Turn on the ice maker.
Run 2 gallons of water through the water dispenser to purge air and residue.
Reset the water filter replacement reminder light.
How to replace a twist-to-remove water filter
The twist-to-remove Frigidaire water filter is EWF02.
Twist the filter to the left and pull it out of the housing.
For filters in the grille, use the decorative filter cap from the old filter on the new filter.
Line up the new filter, push it into the filter housing and twist the filter to the right.
Wipe up any spills.
Run 2 gallons of water through the water dispenser to purge air and residue.
Reset the water filter replacement reminder light.
Installing a replacing an external in-line water filter
If your refrigerator doesn't have a built-in water filter, you can add one in the water line behind the refrigerator. See how easy it is to install or replace an inline water filter using Frigidaire water filter 5304492441.
If you’re having problems removing your old filter or installing the new one, check out our video on water filter replacement tips. Need DIY repair advice to fix a problem with your refrigerator? Check out our refrigerator repair help page for symptoms and troubleshooting tips, error codes and repair guides.
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