How To: Replace The Water Filter On Your Samsung French Door Refrigerator Using Filter HAF-CIN

*Water filter location may vary by model
Learn how to replace the water filter on your Samsung French Door Refrigerator
Buy The Samsung Refrigerator Water Filter - HAF-CIN at Abt: www.abt.com/product/50658/Sams...
Use this replacement filter with your Samsung refrigerator to provide clean fresh-tasting water and ice from your side-by-side or French door refrigerator. This Samsung refrigerator water filter gives you the ability to enjoy fresh clean water at the press of a button. Slim design allows for easy installation and removal; no tools required. For best results replace your Samsung filter every 6 months.
Features:
• Fresh Filtered Water and Ice at Your Fingertips
This refrigerator water filter is used in select Samsung French door and side-by-side refrigerators with filter access inside the refrigerator. While retaining beneficial fluoride this NSF Certified refrigerator water filter reduces cysts chlorine taste and odor particulates (Class I) lead and mercury. Replace your Samsung Refrigerator water filter every 6 months to ensure clean safe drinking water. For added convenience all Samsung refrigerators with an external dispenser have an indicator light on the display that reminds you when it’s time to replace your water filter.
• Certified Performance
Samsung water filters are tested and certified by NSF International a not-for-profit non-governmental organization dedicated to public health safety and environmental protection. This certification is widely recognized around the world as a guarantee of safety and is your assurance that this filter has been tested by one of the most respected independent certification companies in existence today.
• Reduction of Contaminants
Samsung water filters use only a high-grade carbon block which removes over 99 of the potentially harmful contaminants that may be present in your water:
o Chlorine Taste & Odor: Chlorine is used widely to treat water but may add a particular taste and odor to the water
o Heavy Metals & Chemicals: Lead asbestos benzene mercury and carbofuran; these common industrial contaminants with high toxicities can infiltrate the water source and be potentially harmful to your health
o Microbial Cysts: Parasites such as cryptosporidium are commonly found in lakes and rivers. They have a high resistance over disinfectants such as chlorine and thus may be present even in treated water
Follow the below guidelines for when to change your Samsung water filter:
• 6 Months: Recommended for households with municipal water
• 3-6 Months: Changing the filter more often is recommended for households using well water
• Now: If water has visible particulates or an odor you notice a decrease in water flow or the filter indicator light is red (note: about 1 month before the filter needs to be changed the indicator will first turn orange)

[@abtelectronics]

A lot of people have commented to turn the water off first. While that is not required of all refrigerators, it's best to turn off the water before replacing your filter just to be safe.

[@greenidguy9292]

Ms. BM Jesus dude...you obviously need to call a repairman...how pathetic!

[@greenidguy9292]

Jason Nolasco mind your own business “dude”.

[@robbiemiller2334]

@@greenidguy9292 grow up

[@greenidguy9292]

robbie miller go fuck yourself

[@mruwu6600]

@@greenidguy9292 that just shows how pathetic you are at growing up

[@e32b61]

Jim from The Office sure does know a lot about refrigerator maintenance.

[@brakoholic]

Came to say he looked like John Krasinski!!! 😂😂

[@giorgiocabanillas2352]

well, he's a friend of Bob Vance from Vance refrigeration

[@PlayinWithGhosts]

I came here to check if you really had to pull that big ass thing out to turn the water line off and I'm leaving laughing my ass off. Hats off to you good sir. Comment made my day. 😂

[@wrasun4169]

Definitely Jim from the Office. LOL

[@heartcomedy5]

Lol 😂

[@rachelmerritt6765]

Thanks for the help, Jim, and congrats on finally making that career jump out of paper distribution!

[@chrisjn8408]

Thanks for the video. You’re definitely Jim Halpert’s (The Office) doppelganger.

[@Monsterrello]

I just replaced mine without turning off the valve, no water leaked out, took 30 seconds Thank you for the video!

[@alexb2350]

Thank you! I know you made this three years ago but saved me today.

[@TA-tg1cf]

Short and SWEET!!! As it should be. THANK YOU!

[@stephenchilds2266]

OMG, I moved into my location a month ago and i kept thinking I'll just find the filter. It was staring at me the whole time. Thank you

[@wenzwenzel2529]

Would not have thought to look in such an obvious place. The design thinking was effective as it makes the add-on filter cost a priority!

[@mary-annsandford391]

Thank You! Samsung does not show where the filter is located so I really appreciate the clear instructions with demo. :-)

[@marktreitel7860]

FYI: Not only may you have to shut off the water in your house, you may have to shut the water off connecting to your fridge. This is what happened to me. I called Samsung and they said that water builds up behind the fridge in the water hose -- and the only way to turn it (because of the water pressure) is to shut off the water supply to the fridge. The problem of course, is that if the water supply is not easily accessible (which in my case is true), then you have to move the fridge so you can get to the hose. Since the fridge is very heavy and in tight spot, this is a huge inconvenience. Honestly, because you are supposed to change these filters every 6 months and if you have the same issue of not being able to easily shut off the water to the fridge, I may suggest to looking into a different fridge. It may not be worth it for all this trouble.

[@alive-awake]

I have the same kind of frig only the filter is in right upper corner. I had to pull out my frig which can only go so far til it hits a cabinet. I turned off the water supply behind the frig and it changed out very easily this time. The last time, I didn't turn off the water supply and it was a bear changing it. Must be because of water pressure.

[@myvids4329]

Just turn off your main water first. Drain a bit from the dispenser and then change the filter, no need to move your fridge

[@alive-awake]

@@myvids4329 Ok will try that next time. thanks!

[@zhgyfjch]

Yes, I have the problem now. Terrible design

[@prettyinpink9893]

I hate this so freaking much.

[@kelleya6027]

Wow thanks for this tutorial. I couldn't find my manual and when I downloaded one it was impossible to follow and didn't mention where the filter was located.

[@topnotchindian]

That was a very helpful short and sweet video. Thanks

[@yellow2560]

Thanks! I kept looking everywhere for the damn filter on the door panel and ice maker.. I was wrong the whole time ..lol

[@delaRosaLandscaping]

Awesome vid! Totally helped and thank you for the tip of running 2 gallons of water before drinking

[@MichaelToub]

I wish I saw your video before trying. I turned it to unlock and tried to pull it straight out (but couldn't). Eventually, I fussed with the knob and it did eject. Great video !!!

[@daniellilavois7330]

Thank you for a very easy explanation. I have seen this knob and had no idea what was it for. Again Thank you

[@katarski]

Great help. Thank you. I can’t believe I looked all through out the fridge and missed that. Thank you.

[@TreyHorton]

IKR!

[@dandmpug]

It doesn't mention in the instructions on the filter box to remove the cap from the filter, but I see it's off in the video. They really should mention that on the box, even if it seems like everyone should know that. A lot of us aren't handy, even to do something as simple as this, so thanks for the video! And you do look like Jim from The Office. I'm sure you hear that all time!

[@dmtennis56]

This was very helpful, but to take it one step further, the red light is still on, and although there's instruction on the refrigerator, just add, don't forget to hold the filter reset button down for 3 seconds. Thanks for the help, short and simple video. Much appreciated.

[@AprilMallord]

Where's the filter reset button?

[@jenniferstevens6580]

I didn’t change my filter yet, but where is the reset button

[@elizabethdreier7582]

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU for making me smarter than I was before! My hands have problems turning this filter, but YOU made it so we could figure it out! You ROCK!

[@Kim-rr3cu]

Thank you very much for this informative video. Replacing the filter was very easy the first few times I did it; however, this last time when I tried to replace it there was a lot of pressure built up inside and it would push the filter back out, not allowing me to turn it all the way. Because of helpful comments below, I was able to turn off the water to my entire home, get the remaining water from the water dispenser out (less than a glass), and THEN the filter could be replaced. Also, for those not sure about how to turn off the "replace filter" warning light, on my fridge if you hold the "Alarm" button down for three seconds, the warning light will disappear. Thanks to all the commenters who provided help!

[@marquizzo]

Doh… thanks for how to reset the filter light! I was staring at the panel without figuring it out, but now that you explained it, it’s so obvious. It says right there: “Filter Reset (3 sec)”

[@kevinvillagomez5598]

This is very helpful - will definitely try to turn of off the main water and then empty the fridge’s tank (not sure why I didn’t think of that before lol)

[@nadiarasheed9178]

Thank you, I fixed my warning sign by your comment help

[@ryanjade2836]

Thank you very much. Videos like this make KZbin such a useful resource.

[@patteeling2851]

Thank you for this video. We had a tech come out to our home yesterday to fix a leak, and he showed me how to replace the filter. GREAT job.

[@bamedeo]

Did you have to turn off the water?

[@Roxie910]

i changed the filter. Thanks so much for this video, however would you know why i still have a high PH level. I used a test strip all other levels are good except the PH. Would you know why?

[@ricanisland1]

Hello I have been having issues with ours and I noticed that the piece that I believe it suppose to be in the center of the filter is not in the center of the filter I can press and water comes out with lots of pressure. Your thoughts? Thank you for your consideration.

[@AZqyc]

Nice job ... clear, crisp, easy to understand! Good work!

[@dianakinared4418]

Thank you. Very helpful. So easy.😁

[@MiriamAneses]

Wow. It took everyone's comments to finally help reset the red filter light. This is a ridiculous process. I'm a 73-year-old woman with a cardiac condition and no way am I going to move the refrigerator to shut the water valve off. After great difficulty removing the old filter, I was able to do it with a set of pliers still with some difficulty. Putting the new filter in was equally difficult. It took all my strength and the pliers to turn the filter into Lock, but then I could not turn the red filter light off. Thank you to the person who suggested pressing the Alarm for 3 seconds. At first, it didn't work, but that's because, in addition to pressing the Alarm for 3 seconds, I had to go back and press the Red Filter for 3 seconds. Finally, it worked. Had I known all this before purchasing the refrigerator, I would never have bought it. Don't get me wrong, I live the fridge, but changing the filer is another matter. Goes to show you, you have to check out EVERYTHING before making a purchase.

[@DoPtRiGGa]

You're not kidding, an absolute nightmare of a design

[@rosehedrick6820]

@@DoPtRiGGathank you. Followed your advice and still can’t get the red light to go off. At least the blinking stopped. In giving instructions how about reminding people to take the cap off,? And then what is the easiest way to get the dang filter out of the container? It is like getting into Fort Knox! It would be nice to have those things included with the instructions,including how to get the red light off. Thank you.

[@MrStevewest1978]

O wow thanks you so much I looked and looked and could not find it that was so easy

[@nickdimas4091]

u saved my dad and i's life... so simple!

[@fitzgeraldgayle1397]

It was as easy as you said. You are a good Teacher. Thanks much

[@luiggimori7488]

Super helpful thank you! Reminder to everyone to run through the first two gallons so that the water clears through the the manufacturer minerals that’s first on the new filter. Just grab a blender glass

[@abtelectronics]

That's a great tip, Luiggi Mori. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching!

[@erinmancuso7369]

Thank you - able to change my filter after watching your video!!

[@michaels8902]

As others have said, even with the tap turned off, I had to use a set of vise grips to remove the old filter. If you do this make sure to use a towel with the vise grips to make sure you don't destroy the old filter and leave it irremovable.

[@TravelingTransgender]

Thank you so much for this!

[@tommylee4614]

Thank you for your value video.

[@Orelialala]

How simple! Thanks for the share.

[@TheCubaguanabo1]

Hi thank you for this video it was very helpful, our refrigerator filter needs to be replaced for a while now and yesterday it the refrigerator stoped dispensing ice, could that be why?, we only had it for 10 months!

[@JillyDreadful]

Thank you so much for making this video!!!!

[@JerryIngram]

I have finally learned to use a pair of pliers. Only way to get water filter out, even with the water shut off. My refrigerator is a four door like the one in the video. Don't know if this will work if I don't turn the water off to release pressure, but I would love to be able to change the filter without turning the water off. Too trouble to get the frig out.

[@MichaelToub]

Super helpful, thanks! I keep this link in my Outlook for handy reference !!!

[@abtelectronics]

That's awesome, Michael Toub! Glad we could help. Thanks for watching!

[@ibmwas]

thanks for the information it was helpful. I had a new fridge and didnot turn the water off. In the morning water was dripping from fridge all over the floor. I have removed and turned the water off. Will try again and see how it goes.

[@allanschildknecht8402]

Great job, thank-you

[@Makinja]

If replacement filter is unavailable, does Samsung offer a filer bypass plug, to prevent leaks?

[@praiseemmanuel1092]

thank you Mr.abt electronics your video helped me a great deal on how to purchase filter and remove it your video an MS . Sarah Mock Sincerely, Mrs . Bernice (Tony's Wife Chewybear ) God Bless you in Jesus name

[@wesleyilermont4608]

Very simple thank you!

[@EfraimGraber]

Do I need to change the filter if I have the fridge model that does not dispense water? Only ice.

[@3vil8unny]

thank you and thank you samsung for making it so easy damn

[@eddielorenzana2320]

Thank you!

[@terryhess3180]

Fast Easy instructions THX Alot !!!!!!!

[@chipotleobsessed]

What?? This is so simple! Thanks for the explanation

[@TheDcmscribner25]

Thank you for explaining this! Super easy!

[@heloisaamar7702]

very helpful! Thank you

[@estebanperez1101]

Very Good simple video

[@Bgreg1971]

Very informative!!

[@erinsilva4641]

Thank you for teaching me

[@aporterfield1488]

Very helpful.....thanks! 😁

[@dakdatu6467]

I have the same exact fridge. 4 door Samsung. I have no problem removing and putting on a new one. The main problem is when I replace it with a new filter, it would dispense less than 5 seconds then a complete stop. I'd replace the old one back and it would dispense with no problem. Replace a new in, same thing, it stops dispensing after few seconds. I've tried Samsung brand, waterdrop (which is what's currently on the fridge that works) and water specialist. None of them worked. Please advise.

[@cindynguyen2523]

What an easy process and a great design by Samsung.

[@shalalaleo]

Q1: My Samsung does Not have water dispenser, but the light for the water filter replacement is on. I wonder if there's other use for the filter that I must replace it? Or its set to be automatically on after some time? Q2 I noticed my Samsung RF26? model often makes a humming sound. Is it something I should be concerned about?

[@lonnetteshaw4485]

Thank you for the video. It was very helpful. I was so excited to be able to go online to find how easy it was to replace the filter.

[@abtelectronics]

@lonnetteshaw4485 We're glad the video helped!

[@jhors7777]

Thank you for posting this helpful video!

[@BillBarnum]

Very helpful.

[@sarahdefrant5386]

Much appreciated Jim!

[@khp333]

I have a model without water dispenser and just ice machine. Assuming that first few batches need to be discarded, how much need to be discarded?

[@MichaelDBrown-lc8ox]

Great information.

[@JohnWoodallREALTOR]

Thanks! Simplicity made simple!

[@t.c.189]

thank you for the help!!

[@devannonhubert6244]

Thanks man!

[@unreal_kira453]

Thank you

[@benjaminmaringa6747]

I like such videos. Very straigh to the point

[@memccrory]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! IT'S SO EASY!

[@paigecoburn8059]

There is a "cradle" that goes underneath the filter. I saw a brief glimpse of it in your video. Mine came out completely and I can't figure out how to get it back in.

[@americaneagle6486]

Thank you. You saved me from pulling my hair out...LOL

[@drinny26]

How do I cycle a new water filter? The instructions say I have to flush it with like 10 gallons of water but my refrigerated would break if I left the water dispenser on that long. What do you recommend?

[@smakcanada]

2 or 3 quarts run through it is enough. When it runs clear - not grey - it's drinkable.

[@sammytowns3182]

thank you

[@Makinja]

So how many 6 month cycles can the reset be done before the filter should really be changed, since it probably will need to be changed at some point in the future?

[@kishoremaroju2720]

Thank you and nice video, very clear and crisp..

[@maritzamorales4076]

Thank you !!!!!!!! The video was very helpful.

[@chrisshook2253]

Any owner’s experience a foul smell from the filter cartridge area? It’s spoiled food. Checked and cleaned thoroughly. Not a typical drain pan under the fridge to remove and clean. I found three drain lines underneath the freezer and one seems to be reminiscent of the same odor in the filter area. Any ideas?

[@brisasanasyoga1326]

Thank you !!!

[@neamtuleapatrocle9268]

I have not seeing anything about turning the water valve off in your speech before taking the water filter out. Have the same fridge Samsung Model: RF28JBEDBSG and just purchased the filter and waiting to arrive so i can replace. Thanks for that video.

[@443534414]

Thank you for sharing.

[@rijivarghese7364]

Hi, I have a question regarding my Samsung fridge.Since three days I have noticed little water collection in my tray behind the filter.We never changed our filter since we bought it.It is now 3 years old fridge.What do you think the reason the water leaking in the tray.Please guide me. Thank you

[@ggaming710]

Thanks Jim

[@Educationandbehavior1108]

You're a life saver

[@annemariecortes8660]

I only have an ice maker. Do I have to replace the filter? Also, what does the Red lighted dots mean?

[@dkr1900]

Thank you so much 💐👍🙏🌷🌹

[@patricioperez6828]

I’m new on this.. I recently got that fridge… I just wanna know if I need to install a water purifier too..

[@joshchicago2008]

To get rid of the red filter icon for the french door style Samsung refrigerator: After removing the old water filter and installing a new one, reset the indicator light by pressing and holding the "Alarm / Hold For 3 sec. For Filter Reset" button for 3 seconds. For models with interior controls press and hold the Fridge and Power Cool buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds.

[@navshergill3230]

Thanks you so much

[@bikerbob1943]

thanks for your help.

[@kennethwimer8130]

Just the info I was looking for... The reset button. Thanks

[@lindaandre9307]

What if I don't have the "Alarm" buttonfor the reset after changing? My ice maker in the bottom freezer is not producing ice and I need to reset after changing the filter. It's an RF260/BEAESR/AA. Thanks!

[@svttran]

Thanks !

[@sammyat56]

My refrigerator is not connected to water, but the filter ligh tis on. Do you have to change the filter even if you never had water connected to it?

[@nickpuderbaugh1249]

When I went to replace it, it wouldn't let me turn it all the way and it would make like a pressure sound and then it would shoot back out of place. Have any solutions

[@GoldenCenturyMotionPictures]

yes you have to turn off the waterr first from the back i believe

[@Turkboyz20]

CR7HDTV back of the fridge?

[@FeGoinHeem]

Same thing happened to me, yes you have to turn the water off first

[@SEranger7]

Nick Puderbaugh back off the fridge????

[@SEranger7]

Turkboyz20 I can't find where to turn off

[@jpmsyen]

Our french door refrigerator does not have a water dispenser but does have an ice maker. How do I purge the filter without a water dispenser? It would take forever to purge even a gallon of water through the ice maker alone.

[@shelleycarani5088]

same question here!!

[@slightlychaotic8988]

Thanks for the video, and thanks to the other commentators as well. Hmmm, 2 gallons to flush the new filter...with no water dispenser, and only an ice maker... seems like its a lot of test cycles (i.e., cycle with no freezing) to go through.

[@sashakelly7201]

quick question so how do I turn off the water that goes to the fridge and how will I​ know what filter to buy?

[@kathleenobradford5773]

well thanks you helped me find the filter! BUT, mine is so difficult I had to get my husband to take it out and then to put it back in. I am wondering if it is the wrong size? I have French doors and a middle door and then freezer. So I ordered the one that was in the ridge when it got delivered to my house.

[@jaykay3071]

So, it’s weird, I have no problem changing it, but when my mom does it, and I watched her, it messes up, and it starts running constant and leaking, creates a flood, so we obviously pull it back out real quick, and then of course when I put it in, it works just fine. Is there any like, make sure you don’t press too hard and twist, or tips that I’m missing. Again I have no issue placing it in, but when my mom does it she never gets it, and idk if she’s going too slow maybe?

[@guillermone1]

Is it okay to use an after market water filter instead original factory ?

[@christianebertie1582]

Hello I have been having issues trying to insert the new filter. I noticed that the piece that I believe it suppose to be in the center of the filter is not in the center of the filter. So the filter does not go through all the way. Can you tell me if there is something wrong? I am afraid to push too hard and break it.? Thank you for your consideration.

[@shefalishastri9949]

I have the same issue. how did you insert the new filter.can you please explain.