Kenmore model match
Water filter replacement for Kenmore 79551823412
The supported refrigerator filter in our guide is Kenmore Elite 9490, manufacturer part number 46-9490.
Compatibility entry updated August 23, 2026Direct answer: 46-9490The Kenmore 79551823412 is matched with Kenmore Elite 9490. Confirm the full model label and manufacturer result before ordering.
Which water filter fits Kenmore 79551823412?
Our compatibility guide associates Kenmore refrigerator model 79551823412 with Kenmore Elite 9490, part 46-9490. This is the identifying number to compare when searching for a replacement refrigerator filter, fridge filter, or compatible cartridge.
Kenmore refrigerators were produced by multiple appliance manufacturers, so the Kenmore name alone cannot identify the filter. The full model number—including its three-digit prefix—is essential. Do not choose a cartridge based only on refrigerator color, door arrangement, or product photography.
Verification record for 79551823412
This entry pairs the complete model number with Kenmore Elite 9490 and part 46-9490. It was last reviewed using official Kenmore compatibility information on August 23, 2026.
See how every match is checked →Confirm the model before purchasing
Open the refrigerator and locate the permanent model-and-serial label, commonly found on a side wall, ceiling, door frame, or behind a crisper drawer. Confirm that it reads 79551823412, including the final letters and numbers.
- Use the appliance model—not the serial number.
- Compare 46-9490 with the number on the installed cartridge.
- Open the official Kenmore confirmation link before ordering.
- Stop if the old and new filter connections do not match.
How often should it be replaced?
The listed replacement interval for Kenmore Elite 9490 is every 6 months or 200 gallons. Replace sooner if the refrigerator manual directs you to, the rated capacity is reached, dispenser flow drops noticeably, taste changes, or the filter indicator requests replacement.
A reset light does not renew the cartridge. Reset the indicator only after installing and flushing the correct new filter.
Installation and flushing
Use the complete model manual because Kenmore filter locations and release mechanisms vary by the refrigerator's original manufacturer. Never force a cartridge that does not align. Follow the 79551823412 owner’s manual for the exact compartment location, release method, flushing volume, and reset sequence.
Air may cause temporary sputtering during the first dispensing cycles. Continue only as directed by the manual and inspect the housing for leaks. If water continues to escape, shut off the supply and recheck the cartridge, seals, and housing.
OEM versus compatible filters
Use 46-9490 as the reference part when comparing alternatives. A compatible cartridge should explicitly identify that OEM number and provide independent evidence for its certification claims. A similar-looking connector or a broad statement that it “fits Kenmore” is not sufficient.
For the lowest-friction choice, use the manufacturer-approved filter. If considering a third-party option, confirm the exact fit, certifier listing, seller, and return policy before opening the package.