Kenmore 9081, 46-9081 Refrigerator Water Filter

The Kenmore 9081 replacement water filter is NSF 42, 53, and 401 certified to reduce lead, chlorine, VOCs, and select contaminants that city water treatment does not always fully address. 

It fits select Kenmore side-by-side, bottom-freezer, and top-freezer refrigerators and installs without tools in under two minutes. If the filter indicator light is on or water taste has shifted recently, this is the replacement the fridge needs.

Why Choose the Kenmore 9081 Water Filter

The Kenmore 9081 water filter carries NSF 42, 53, and 401 certifications. These are independent third-party certifications not manufacturer claims. Here is what the filter addresses:

• Lead and heavy metals
• Chlorine taste and odor
• Volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
• Asbestos fibers
• Sediment and rust particles
• Select pesticides
• Trace contaminants

Kenmore 9081 Filter Specifications

• Product Name: Kenmore 9081, 46-9081 Refrigerator Water Filter
• Certification: NSF 42, 53, and 401
• Filter Capacity: 200 gallons
• Filter Life: Up to 6 months
• Flow Rate: 0.5 GPM
• Operating Temperature: 34 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit
• Working Pressure: 30 to 125 PSI
• Dimensions: 7.25 inches L x 1.875 inches W
• Installation Type: Push-in, eject-and-slide, tool-free
• Compatible Fridge Types: Side-by-side, bottom-freezer, top-freezer
• Brand: Kenmore 

Easy Installation

The quick-connect tool-free installation allows the filter to be replaced swiftly without any additional equipment. Here is how the swap works:

1. Open the filter cover door inside the refrigerator
2. Pull the old filter straight out using the eject-and-slide design
3. Slide the new Kenmore 9081 filter in with the alignment arrow pointing up until it stops
4. Close the filter cover
5. Flush 4 gallons of water through the dispenser before drinking to clear loose carbon particles from the new filter
6. Reset the filter indicator light per the refrigerator user guide

When to Replace the Kenmore 9081 Filter

Replace the Kenmore 9081 refrigerator water filter when any of the following occur:

• Every 6 months or 200 gallons, whichever comes first
• Water picks up a faint chlorine taste or flat odor
• Dispenser flow slows noticeably
• The filter indicator light activates on the refrigerator panel

Key Benefits

• NSF 42, 53, and 401 certified , independently tested for contaminant reduction
• Reduces lead, chlorine, VOCs, and select pesticides
• Tool-free push-in installation in under two minutes
• Fits select Kenmore side-by-side, bottom-freezer, and top-freezer refrigerators
• Consistent 200 gallon or 6 month filtration performance

FAQs

What does the Kenmore 9081 refrigerator water filter reduce?

The Kenmore 9081 water filter reduces lead and heavy metals, chlorine taste and odor, volatile organic compounds, and select pesticides. The exact contaminants present in household water vary by location, so results may differ depending on the local water supply.

How often should the Kenmore 9081 filter be replaced?

Every 6 months or 200 gallons, whichever comes first. If water taste changes or dispenser flow slows before the six month mark, replace it sooner rather than waiting out the schedule.

Does the Kenmore 9081 fit all Kenmore refrigerators?

No. The 9081 filter fits select Kenmore side-by-side, bottom-freezer, and top-freezer refrigerators. Always check the refrigerator model number or the label on the current filter before ordering to confirm compatibility.

What part numbers does the Kenmore 9081 replace?

The 9081 directly replaces EDR1RXD1, EDR1RXD1B, W10295370A, 469081, 9930, 9900, 9981, and P4RFWB among others. Check the label on the current filter to confirm the correct replacement before ordering.

Is installation tool-free?

Yes. The eject-and-slide design requires no tools. Open the filter cover, slide the old filter out, insert the new one with the alignment arrow pointing up, and close the cover. Flush four gallons of water through the dispenser before drinking.

Is this filter sold as a single pack?

Yes. This listing covers the Kenmore 9081, 46-9081 Refrigerator Water Filter as a single pack. Multi-pack options may be available , check the product listing for pack size options.