A clogged defrost drain is the most likely cause of your fridge leaking water. The defrost drain prevents the fridge from freezing. The fridge automatically defrosts itself and drips water down into a pan. Sometimes, food particles or other debris will clog the defrost drain.
How do I get my fridge to stop leaking water?
How to Fix a Leaky Fridge
- Check Water Supply Line. Fridge leaks are the result of leaky water supply lines and/or inlet valves. …
- Check the Level of the Fridge. …
- Check Drain Pan for Damage. …
- Check Defrost Drain. …
- Inspect Ice Maker. …
- Inlet Valve. …
- Water Dispenser. …
- Evaporator Fan Motor.
How do you unclog a refrigerator defrost drain?
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Quote from Youtube video: Don't need a lot of pressure we suggest that you do that from the external drain outlet. And force the air in through the tube. So that it will push any restriction.
Where is the refrigerator defrost drain tube?
On most refrigerators the defrost drain tube and drain hole is located inside the freezer at the bottom back. Look in the freezer near the bottom and locate the drain tube and the drain hole. There may be a panel made from plastic that covers the drain tube and hole. Remove the panel with a screwdriver if applicable.
Where is fridge drain hole?
If the drain hole becomes blocked, this then causes problems for the rest of your refrigerator. Usually, the hole can be found at the base of the back wall, with ridges leading down towards it to guide beads of moisture.
