Frigidaire FRSS2623ASG Water Filter Replacement Guide

Quick Answer

This filter keeps your family's drinking water clean by stripping out lead, chlorine, and sediment before it hits the glass. In my experience, the most common sign it's time for a swap is a noticeable drop in water pressure or the ice cubes getting smaller.

Most people ignore the filter light for months and then wonder why their water pressure dropped. Here's what actually happens: a clogged filter makes your water inlet valve work way harder than it should, and those valves aren't cheap to replace. This is genuinely one of the easiest things you'll ever fix on a fridge. Five minutes, no tools, no plumber.

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Time to Fix

5–10 min

Difficulty

easy

Parts Cost

$45 – $55

Tools Needed

Small towel or rag, Measuring cup (for flow test)

What Does the WATER-FILTER Code Mean?

These carbon filters are rated for 200 gallons or six months, whichever comes first. Big families can blow through that in four months easy. I always tell people to keep a spare PWF-1 filter in the cabinet because the water will start trickling right when you're trying to fill a pot for dinner. Catching it early saves your inlet valve.

Most Likely Causes

Based on aggregated repair data, here is the probability breakdown for this error code:

Sediment and particulate blockage45%

Carbon saturation (end of life)35%

Improper installation or seating10%

Damaged O-rings on filter neck10%

Symptoms You May Notice

It takes 15 seconds or longer to fill an 8-ounce glass at the dispenser, when it used to take maybe 4 or 5 seconds.
Ice cubes coming out hollow in the middle or noticeably smaller than they used to be, because low water pressure means the ice mold isn't filling completely.
Water tastes like you turned on a garden hose and drank straight from it. That's chlorine and sediment that the exhausted carbon can't pull out anymore.
Tiny black flecks floating in your water glass. That's carbon dust breaking loose from the filter media and it means the filter is way overdue.
The orange or yellow Replace Filter indicator light has been on for a while and you've been hitting reset hoping it'll just go away.

Can you reset a Frigidaire refrigerator to clear the WATER-FILTER code?

On the control panel on the door, find the button labeled Water Filter or Filter Reset. Press and hold it for a solid 3 seconds. Don't tap it, hold it. The light should change from orange or red to green, or disappear entirely. If it doesn't reset on the first try, wait 10 seconds and hold it again for a full 5 seconds this time. Some FRSS2623 units need the longer hold to clear.

Tools Required for Diagnosis

Small towel or ragMeasuring cup (for flow test)FlashlightToothpick or small pick tool (for O-ring debris removal)

Diagnostic Checklist

Follow these steps in order. We start with the easiest external fixes before opening up the machine.

Replacement Parts

If your diagnostic testing proves the component has failed, you will need a replacement. We recommend OEM parts over aftermarket for water-handling components.

Part Name	OEM Number	Estimated Price
PureAir PWF-1 Water FilterFPPWFU01 · $45–$55	FPPWFU01	$45 – $55

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a generic filter for my FRSS2623ASG?

You can, but I'd think twice. I've been on service calls where aftermarket filters didn't seat quite right and caused a slow drip that soaked into hardwood floors over weeks before anyone noticed. The OEM Frigidaire PWF-1 guarantees the right fit, the right flow rate, and the right filtration specs for this specific model. If you're going generic, stick with brands that specifically list the FRSS2623 as compatible and read the reviews carefully. Save the receipt either way.

Why is my water cloudy right after changing the filter?

That's just air bubbles. Millions of tiny ones trapped in the new carbon media and they're completely harmless. Set a glass of it on the counter and watch it clear from the bottom up over about 60 seconds. Running 2-3 gallons through the dispenser after installation flushes those out and you won't see it again. If it's still cloudy after 5 gallons, something else is going on, but honestly that's pretty rare.

The Replace Filter light is still on after I changed it. What do I do?

The fridge has no idea you swapped the filter. It's just running a timer and you have to manually tell it to reset. Find the Water Filter or Filter Reset button on the door display and hold it down for a full 3 seconds until the light changes or goes out. If it doesn't work, try a 5-second hold. If that still doesn't clear it, unplug the refrigerator for 60 seconds and plug it back in. That usually forces the display to reset and I've never seen it not work after that.

What happens if I don't change the filter for a year?

A few things. The water tastes progressively worse as chlorine and sediment stop getting filtered out. The bigger issue is that saturated carbon can start releasing contaminants it already captured back into your drinking water. And physically, all that sediment buildup can clog the water inlet valve at the back of the fridge. That part runs $40-80 and it's not a five-minute swap like this is. I've replaced a ton of inlet valves on fridges where the filter hadn't been touched in two or three years.

How do I know if my filter is leaking after installation?

Check the housing about 10 minutes after you're done. Put your finger on the port area where the filter meets the housing and feel for any moisture. Also look at the shelf below the filter after an hour. A leaking filter usually means it didn't fully seat and click into place, or there's an O-ring issue with the filter body itself. Pull it out, inspect the O-ring on the filter for any nicks or deformation, and reseat it firmly. If it keeps leaking, the housing port might be cracked and that's a bigger fix.

Models Known to Experience WATER-FILTER Errors

This repair applies to most Frigidaire refrigerators with this error code. Common model numbers include:

FRSS2623ASG, FRSS2623AF, FRSS2623AW, FRSS2623AB, FRSS2323AS, FRSS2623AS0, FRSS2623AS1, FRSS2623AS2

Written by

Mike Sullivan

Lead Appliance Repair Technician · 20 years experience

Last verified for technical accuracy on March 17, 2026