1
Locate the filter
Open the fresh-food compartment; check the housing listed for your model.
MODEL-SPECIFIC ANSWER
Samsung RF25C5551SR Water Filter
This refrigerator uses the Samsung HAF-QIN water filter. See its equivalent part numbers and filter options below.
COMPATIBLE FILTER
Samsung HAF-QIN
OEM part
Also sold as DA97-17376B · HAF-QIN
Replace every ~300 gallons
Filter location It is integrated into the inside refrigerator wall and plumbed into the water supply.
QUICK REPLACEMENT GUIDE
Change it in five simple steps.
Consult your refrigerator manual for the exact removal method and reset sequence.
2
Turn and remove
Rotate the old cartridge counterclockwise and pull it out.
3
Prepare the new one
Remove its packaging and protective caps.
4
Install and flush
Insert, turn to lock, then flush water per your manual.
5
Reset the light
Use the control panel to reset the filter indicator.
WILL IT FIT?
Common questions.
Does HAF-QIN fit RF25C5551SR?
This model page maps RF25C5551SR to the Samsung HAF-QIN filter. Confirm the exact suffix and your official manual before purchase.
Is HAF-QIN the same as DA97-17376B?
DA97-17376B is listed as the samsung part number for HAF-QIN. Packaging suffixes can vary, so compare the number printed on the box with your refrigerator manual.
Can I use a third-party filter?
Check that the exact alternative SKU lists your refrigerator model as compatible. Review its current independent certification listing for the claims that matter to you.
How often should I replace it?
The replacement interval is about 300 gallons. Replace sooner if flow slows or your manual advises it.
Will a new filter reset the indicator automatically?
Usually you must reset the indicator using the refrigerator controls. Follow the instructions in your model’s manual.
Source and verification
Spec sheet, page 2 · last checked 2026-10-24. Review the official document for installation and part identification.
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