Product Details: Frigidaire WF3CB PureSource 3 Water Filter – Genuine OEM Replacement Part for Refrigerators

Overview

Enhance the quality and taste of your refrigerator’s water and ice with the Frigidaire WF3CB PureSource 3 Water Filter, a genuine OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) replacement part designed for superior filtration and performance. This single-pack filter reduces up to 99% of contaminants, including lead, cysts, mercury, chlorine taste and odor, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and sediment, ensuring clean, safe, and refreshing water for your family. Specifically designed for Frigidaire side-by-side refrigerators manufactured after 2009 with the filter located in the back, right top, this NSF and WQA-certified filter is also compatible with Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, Westinghouse, and select Sears/Kenmore models. It’s the perfect solution to fix issues like the ice maker dispensing too little ice, requiring replacement every 6 months or 200 gallons for optimal performance.

Key Features

• Genuine Frigidaire Part: Manufactured by Frigidaire, ensuring factory-quality fit, durability, and performance.

• Advanced Filtration: Reduces up to 99% of contaminants, certified by NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53, and 401, including lead, cysts, mercury, chlorine taste and odor, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and sediment.

• Easy Installation: Requires no special tools—simply slide the filter into the housing at the back, right top of the fresh food compartment until it locks in place with a click (push/push or twist-and-lock design, depending on packaging refresh).

• Wide Compatibility: Fits Frigidaire, Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, Westinghouse, and select Sears/Kenmore side-by-side refrigerators made after 2009 (e.g., Frigidaire FRS26ZTHB0, Electrolux EI23BC30KS, Kenmore 253.70042210).

• Environmentally Friendly: Replaces up to 1,500 plastic water bottles, reducing plastic waste while providing clean water, certified by WQA/ASPE/ANSI S 803 for sustainability.

Specifications

• Part Number: WF3CB

• Type: Refrigerator Water Filter (PureSource 3)

• Filter Media: Activated Carbon Block (effective for reducing contaminants and improving taste/odor).

• Pressure Range: 30–100 PSIG (pounds per square inch gauge).

• Color: White (packaging may feature a berry-colored design with a Genuine Filters seal, reflecting recent updates; older blue packaging may still circulate).

• Dimensions: Approximately 2-1/2” in diameter x 9-1/2” deep (standard size for side-by-side refrigerator filters).

• Weight: Approximately 0.5–0.75 lbs (based on retailer specs and user reports).

• Flow Rate: 0.5 gallons per minute (gpm).

• Micron Rating: 0.5 microns (effective for filtering small particles).

• Operating Temperature: 33–100°F (0.6–38°C).

• Lifespan: Replace every 6 months or 200 gallons, whichever comes first, for optimal performance.

Compatibility

The Frigidaire WF3CB PureSource 3 Water Filter is a versatile replacement part suitable for a variety of side-by-side refrigerators across Frigidaire and affiliated brands. It’s an ideal solution for the following:

• Frigidaire Brands: Frigidaire, Electrolux, Gibson, Kelvinator, Westinghouse, and other Frigidaire-manufactured side-by-side refrigerators (e.g., models like FRS26ZTHB0, FGHS2631PF, FPHB2899LF, FGHN2844LF, FFSS2615TS).

• Sears/Kenmore Refrigerators: Compatible with Kenmore side-by-side models produced by Frigidaire/Electrolux, such as Kenmore 253.70042210, 253.70369310, 253.70283810, and similar units manufactured after 2009.

Cross-Reference Information

This part number (WF3CB) replaces the following part numbers, ensuring you can find the right fit for your refrigerator:

• AP4567491

• 1706465

• 242069601

• 242069603

• 242294501

• AH3412266

• EA3412266

• P242069601

• PS3412266

• SWF3CB

• WF3CB12

Verify compatibility with your refrigerator’s model number (found on the interior wall, back panel, or manual). Common compatible models include Frigidaire Gallery, Electrolux Icon, Gibson, Kelvinator, Westinghouse, and Kenmore Elite side-by-side refrigerators made after 2009, particularly those with a top-right filter compartment.

Benefits

• Improves Water and Ice Quality: Reduces up to 99% of contaminants, including lead (up to 99%), cysts, mercury, chlorine taste and odor, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and sediment, ensuring safe, great-tasting water and ice.

• Fixes Dispensing Issues: Resolves problems like “ice maker dispenses too little ice” by replacing a clogged or expired filter, restoring water flow to the dispenser and ice maker.

• Easy Maintenance: Quick, tool-free installation—push or slide into the back, right top housing until it clicks (or twist if older model)—takes less than 5 minutes.

• Cost-Effective: Save on bottled water costs while enjoying clean water, replacing up to 1,500 plastic bottles per filter.

• Trusted Quality: Backed by Frigidaire’s reputation for reliable, high-performance appliance parts, with NSF and WQA certification and a recommended 6-month/200-gallon lifespan.

Common Causes of Filter Failure

Water filters can become ineffective due to:

• Normal Wear and Tear: Prolonged use (6 months or 200 gallons) reduces filtration capacity, allowing contaminants through.

• Clogging from Debris: Sediment, scale, or particulates in water can clog the carbon block, reducing flow and effectiveness.

• Improper Installation: Not seating the filter correctly or failing to flush it (1.5–3 gallons of water) can impair performance.

Symptoms of a Failing Water Filter

• Ice Maker Dispenses Too Little Ice: Reduced ice production due to low water flow from a clogged or expired filter.

• Poor Water Taste or Odor: Water or ice tastes stale, metallic, or smells unpleasant due to diminished filtration.

• Low Water Pressure: Slow dispensing or weak ice production, signaling the filter needs replacement.

Installation Tips

• Tools Required: None—requires no special tools for installation.

• Difficulty Level: Easy—DIY-friendly for anyone, taking less than 5 minutes.

• Time: Typically 2–5 minutes, depending on refrigerator model and user familiarity.

• Steps:
  
  1. Turn off the water supply to the refrigerator (valve behind the unit, if accessible).
  
  
  1. Locate the filter in the back, right top of the fresh food compartment (check your manual for exact location, as some models may have a twist-and-lock or push/push design).
  
  
  1. Push or twist to release the old filter, remove, and discard it.
  
  
  1. Remove the protective cover from the new WF3CB filter (ensure O-rings or seals are in place).
  
  
  1. Slide or twist the new filter into the housing, pushing firmly until it locks in place with a click (or twist until secure, depending on design).
  
  
  1. Turn the water supply back on, then run water through the dispenser for approximately 3 minutes or 1.5–3 gallons to prime the filter, flushing out air and initial carbon dust. Discard the water.
  
  
  1. Reset the “filter change” reminder (if applicable): Press the filter button or light switch 5 times within 10 seconds, or hold the filter button for 5–10 seconds (varies by model—check manual or Frigidaire.com).
  
  

• Caution: Flush the filter before use to avoid carbon dust in water/ice. If water/ice flow remains low, check seating, water supply, or freezer door (ensure closed for some models). Look for the berry-colored design or Genuine Filters seal to ensure authenticity (packaging may vary from blue to berry during transition).

For safety and optimal results, refer to your refrigerator’s service manual or watch online tutorials specific to your model (e.g., PartSelect’s WF3CB guide for FRS26ZTHB0, available on YouTube).

Recent Reviews and Insights (Online Research)

• Customer Feedback (Amazon, Walmart, Lowe’s, The Home Depot, PartSelect, Reliable Parts, RC Willey):
  
  • Positive: “Easy to install, ice and water taste great—fixed my slow ice maker” (5-min install, Amazon, 2025).
  
  
  • Common Fixes: Resolves “ice maker dispenses too little ice,” “poor taste,” or “low flow” issues (e.g., Frigidaire FPHB2899LF, Electrolux EI23BC30KS).
  
  
  • Concerns: Some users report, “Flow slowed after 4 months—replace every 6 months” (Walmart, 2024). Others note knockoff filters fail or leak—buy OEM (Lowe’s, 2025).
  
  
  • Durability: Rated 4–5 stars generally, lasting 6–8 months with proper use—OEM outperforms aftermarket versions (e.g., Aqua Fresh, Waterdrop, GLACIER FRESH) in filtration.
  
  
  • Tips: “Flush 1.5–3 gallons after installing—tastes perfect” (PartSelect, 2024). Some mention difficulty accessing top-right filters but appreciate the push/click design (The Home Depot, 2025).
  
  

• Performance: Reduces up to 99% of contaminants (NSF 42, 53, 401 certified), including lead, cysts, mercury, chlorine taste/odor, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and sediment. Fits side-by-side refrigerators after 2009 with a back, right top filter compartment (slide/push or twist design, 9.5” x 2.5”). Fixes symptoms like “ice maker dispenses too little ice” with proper installation and timely replacement (6 months/200 gallons). Posts on X (Feb 2025) indicate competitive pricing (e.g., $9.08–$9.88 for OEM or compatible versions), but authenticity is key—look for the berry-colored design or Genuine Filters seal.

Why Choose Genuine Frigidaire Parts?

Genuine Frigidaire parts, like the WF3CB PureSource 3 Water Filter, are engineered to meet the exact specifications of your appliance. Unlike generic or aftermarket parts, Frigidaire OEM components ensure:

• Perfect fit and function (e.g., precise carbon block design for top-right compartments after 2009).

• Superior filtration performance, certified by NSF and WQA for 99% contaminant reduction.

• Manufacturer support, ensuring authenticity with the berry-colored design and Genuine Filters seal (packaging may transition from blue to berry).