Product Details: Whirlpool EDR3RXD1 Everydrop Water Filter 3 – Genuine OEM Replacement Part for Refrigerators

Overview

Enhance the quality and taste of your refrigerator’s water and ice with the Whirlpool EDR3RXD1 Everydrop Water Filter 3, a genuine OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) replacement part designed for superior filtration and performance. This NSF-certified filter reduces up to 73 contaminants, including lead, mercury, asbestos, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, waterborne parasites, and industrial chemicals, ensuring clean, fresh-tasting water for your family. Specifically designed for side-by-side refrigerators that accept Filter 3, this filter is compatible with Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and select Sears/Kenmore models. Sold individually, it’s an affordable, reliable solution to fix issues like water not dispensing, requiring replacement every 6 months or 200 gallons for optimal performance.

Key Features

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

• Advanced Filtration: Reduces up to 73 contaminants, including 99% of lead, offering superior water quality (certified by NSF/ANSI Standards 42, 53, and 401).

• Easy Installation: Requires no special tools—simply push the filter into the receiver until it clicks into place (typically located in the upper right corner, bottom left corner, or base grille, depending on the model).

• Wide Compatibility: Fits side-by-side refrigerators from Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and select Sears/Kenmore models (e.g., Whirlpool WRS325FDAM, Maytag MSD2651KEW, KitchenAid KRFC302ESS, Kenmore 106.51133210).

• Environmentally Friendly: Replaces up to 1,500 plastic water bottles, promoting sustainability while providing clean water.

Specifications

• Part Number: EDR3RXD1

• Type: Refrigerator Water Filter (Everydrop Filter 3)

• Filter Media: Carbon Block (activated carbon for effective contaminant reduction).

• Operating Pressure: 30–120 psi (pounds per square inch).

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

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

• Material: Durable plastic housing (white or teal, depending on packaging refresh).

• Color: White or teal (packaging may vary due to recent design updates).

• Dimensions: Approximately 12” long x 2” in diameter (standard size for side-by-side refrigerator filters).

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

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

Compatibility

The Whirlpool EDR3RXD1 Everydrop Water Filter 3 is a versatile replacement part suitable for a variety of side-by-side refrigerators across Whirlpool and affiliated brands. It’s an ideal solution for the following:

• Whirlpool Brands: Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and other Whirlpool-manufactured side-by-side refrigerators (e.g., models like WRS325FDAM, WRS571CIDM, WSF26C2EXY02, ED5FHEXNS00, GSS26C5XXY00).

• Sears/Kenmore Refrigerators: Compatible with Kenmore side-by-side models produced by Whirlpool, such as Kenmore 106.51133210, 106.59592990, 106.59983800, and similar units.

Cross-Reference Information

This part number (EDR3RXD1) replaces the following part numbers, ensuring you can find the right fit for your refrigerator:

• AP5983563

• 4396710

• 4396841

• 2313412

• 4273160

• 4396711

• 43968412PK

• 43968413PK

• 4396841B

• 4396842

• 8212650

• 9020

• 9020B

• 9030

• 9030B

• 9083

• 9920

• 9953

• FILTER3

• PS11722128

• W10121145

• W10121146

• W10754687

• W10776411

Verify compatibility with your refrigerator’s model number (found on the interior wall, back panel, or manual). Common compatible models include Whirlpool Gold, Maytag Ice2O, KitchenAid Architect, and Kenmore Elite side-by-side refrigerators from the early 2000s to 2020s.

Benefits

• Improves Water Quality: Reduces up to 73 contaminants, including lead (99%), mercury, asbestos, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and waterborne parasites, ensuring safe, great-tasting water and ice.

• Fixes Dispensing Issues: Resolves problems like “not dispensing water” by replacing a clogged or worn filter, restoring water flow to the dispenser and ice maker.

• Easy Maintenance: Quick, tool-free installation—just push until it clicks—takes less than 5 minutes, located in the upper right corner, bottom left corner, or base grille (varies by model).

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

• Trusted Quality: Backed by Whirlpool’s reputation for reliable, high-performance appliance parts, with NSF 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 (2 gallons of water) can impair performance.

Symptoms of a Failing Water Filter

• Not Dispensing Water: Reduced or no water flow from the dispenser or ice maker, indicating 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).
  
  
  1. Locate the filter (typically in the upper right corner, bottom left corner, or base grille—check your manual).
  
  
  1. Open the filter housing door, pull out the old filter, and discard it.
  
  
  1. Remove the protective cover from the new EDR3RXD1 filter (ensure O-rings are in place).
  
  
  1. Insert the new filter, pushing firmly until it clicks into place.
  
  
  1. Turn the water supply back on, then dispense 2–3 gallons of water (48–64 oz.) to flush the filter until water runs clear, purging air and initial carbon dust.
  
  
  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).
  
  

• Caution: Flush the filter before use to avoid carbon dust in water/ice. If water doesn’t dispense, check seating, water supply, or freezer door (ensure closed for some models).

For safety and optimal results, refer to your refrigerator’s service manual or watch online tutorials specific to your model (e.g., PartSelect’s EDR3RXD1 guide for WRS325FDAM, available on YouTube).

Recent Reviews and Insights (Online Research)

• Customer Feedback (Amazon, The Home Depot, Target, PartSelect, Reliable Parts):
  
  • Positive: “Easy to install, water tastes great—fixed my dispenser issue” (5-min install, Amazon, 2024).
  
  
  • Common Fixes: Resolves “not dispensing water,” “poor taste,” or “low flow” issues (e.g., Whirlpool WRS325FDAM, Maytag MSD2651KEW).
  
  
  • Concerns: Some users report, “Flow slowed after 3 months—replace every 6 months” (The Home Depot, 2023). Others note knockoff filters fail or leak—buy OEM (Reliable Parts, 2024).
  
  
  • Durability: Rated 4–5 stars generally, lasting 6–8 months with proper use—OEM outperforms aftermarket versions (e.g., Waterdrop, GLACIER FRESH) in filtration.
  
  
  • Tips: “Flush 2 gallons after installing—tastes perfect” (PartSelect, 2023). Some mention difficulty accessing bottom-left filters but appreciate the click-lock design.
  
  

• Performance: Reduces 73 contaminants (NSF 401, 53, 42 certified), including lead (99%), mercury, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and waterborne parasites. Fits side-by-side refrigerators with Filter 3 compartments (upper right, bottom left, or base grille), replacing P1WB2 & P1WB2L. Fixes symptoms like “not dispensing water” with proper installation and timely replacement (6 months/200 gallons).

Why Choose Genuine Whirlpool Parts?

Genuine Whirlpool parts, like the EDR3RXD1 Everydrop Water Filter 3, are engineered to meet the exact specifications of your appliance. Unlike generic or aftermarket parts, Whirlpool OEM components ensure:

• Perfect fit and function (e.g., precise carbon block design for Filter 3 compartments).

• Superior filtration performance, certified by NSF for 73 contaminants.

• Manufacturer warranty support (typically 30 days for filters, confirm with retailer)