Amana 12527304 / WF401 Clean and Clear Water Filter

The Amana / Cuno 12527304 / WF401 replacement filter fits Amana and Kenmore refrigerators with a round, screw-in filter located inside the refrigerator compartment above the top shelf.

The Amana WF401 refrigerator/icemaker water filter is also compatible with the following part numbers:

• WF30, WF40, WF401, WF401S, WF401P, WF401T
• 12527301, 12527302, 12527303, 12527305, 12527307, 12527309, 12527504
• 12388401, 12388402, 12388403, 12388406, 12388407
• 12319801, 67003634

Sears / Kenmore

• 46-9014, 469014, 9014, 9014P
• 46-9904, 469904, 9904, 9904P
• 04609904000, 04609014000

*If you have a Kenmore refrigerator whose model number starts with 596, your fridge was made by Amana.

Specifications

• Filter Life: 6 months or 300 gallons (whichever comes first)
• Flow Rate: 0.5 gallons per minute
• Operating Pressure: 120 psi
• Operating Temperature: 100°F
• Filter Size: 5-3/4“ (Length) x 3-5/8“ (Diameter)
• Country of Origin: U.S.A.

The Amana 12527304 filter cartridge replacement is tested and certified by NSF International to meet or exceed NSF/ANSI Standards 42 and 53 for the reduction of:

• 99.00% of Chlorine
• 96.60% of Particulates (Class I)
• 99.00% of Lead
• 99.95% of Asbestos
• 99.97% of Cysts
• 76.00% of Atrazine
• 92.00% of Lindane
• 99.00% of Turbidity

• Turn the used filter counterclockwise 1/4 turn and pull filter straight down (The water shuts off automatically so you don’t have to worry about flooding your refrigerator)
• Push the new filter straight up into the fridge and twist 1/4 turn clockwise
• If your refrigerator has a "Change Filter" light, reset it

• Press the dispenser Lock and Auto Light buttons and hold them down for approx. 4 seconds
• Release the butons once the filter status indicator begins to flash

• Press the dispenser Lock and Water buttons and hold them down for approx. 4 seconds
• Release the butons once the filter status indicator begins to flash

	Price	Contaminant Removal	Certification / Country of Origin	Staff Review
Amana Clean 'n Clear 12527304	$35.99	Chlorine: Yes Lead: Yes Mercury: No Cysts: Yes Particulates: Yes Turbidity: Yes	NSF 42 & 53 / U.S.A.	This genuine Amana filter delivers professional quality, construction, and packaging. If you care about quality, we would recommend this filter.
Swift Green SGF-G1	$23.95	Chlorine: Yes Lead: Yes Mercury: Yes Cysts: Yes Particulates: Yes Turbidity: Yes	NSF 42 by WQA / Canada	Swift Green's SGF-G1 is a quality, compatible filter for the Amana Clean 'n Clear filter. Unlike other compatible filters, the Swift Green filter is tested and certified by WQA (Water Quality Association) to meet NSF/ANSI Standard 42 for material requirements, so you can be assured of its quality. Independent laboratory testing is conducted regularly and the Swift Green filter is proven to perform just as well or better than the OEM filter (see documentation). Swift Green is also an environmentally friendly company that uses a production process that does not release pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions into the air (Learn more). We would highly recommend this alternative filter.
WaterSentinel WSA-1	$20.95	Designed to meet or exceed the performance of the 12527304 / WF401 filter	None / USA	A quality, compatible filter for the Amana 12527304. This “Made in USA” filter utilizes superior carbon block filtration. The filter has also been tested internally to meet NSF Standard 42 for chlorine reduction. An effective alternative at an economical price.
Aqua-Fresh WF292	$18.49	Chlorine: Yes Lead: Yes Mercury: Yes Cysts: Yes Particulates: Yes Turbidity: Yes	None / China	An alternative filter for the Amana 12527304. Contaminant removal claims are from internal testing only. If you are looking to save money and aren't bothered by cheap-looking design and packaging, you may want to give this filter a try. If it works for you, you can stick with it, and if not, you can always go back to the genuine Amana filter.