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Why is my freezer not draining?
Cause 1: A blocked defrost drain is one of the most common causes. This happens when food particles or other debris clog up the drain hose, which can lead to ice buildup and, eventually, water leaking out of the freezer and refrigerator. Clean the valve out with hot water and soap, and reinstall the valve.
Why is my freezer leaking water on the floor?
The freezer drain hose will drain the defrost water into a drip pan at the bottom of the freezer. When this pan becomes full, it will leak water onto the floor. This is a regular maintenance task whenever the freezer defrosts. Check the drain hose if there is leaking water and the drip pan is empty.
Why does my freezer have ice build up?
Ice buildup occurs when warm or humid air comes in contact with the cold evaporator coils in your freezer (such as when you open the freezer door on a hot day). The coils will instantly freeze the moisture and, if there’s enough of it, it will accumulate as ice.
Why is the bottom of my fridge full of water?
If your fridge has water pooling at the bottom, the defrost tube is your MOST likely suspect. Your defrost tube is what carries the water all the way down to the drain pan where it eventually evaporates. This tube can get clogged with ice or debris which leads to water backing up and leaking back into the fridge.
How do you get ice out of a freezer drain?
Clear the ice from the drain hole with a screwdriver or a piece of stiff wire. Fill a basting syringe with warm water. Place the end of the syringe into the drain hole and squeeze the bulb on the syringe to force the water into the drain hole. This removes any remaining ice from the drain. Wash the drain pan with soapy water and a sponge.
What to do if your refrigerator drain is clogged?
But, when the drain tube or hole becomes clogged, it leaks water into your refrigerator or freezer. Luckily, cleaning the drain pipe takes little time and tools. First, turn off the power supply or unplug the refrigerator to avoid electrical shock when completing the following steps. Next, locate the drain hole.
What happens when you unclog a freezer drain?
One problem that can occur is the buildup of ice inside the freezer drain. This can cause the freezer to leak, preventing water inside the unit from draining. Unclogging the drain prevents water from building up inside the unit and leaking out onto the floor.
What to do if your freezer has a hole in it?
Unplug the refrigerator/freezer unit. Remove any food or objects, like a sliding drawer, that are blocking your access to the drain hole. If you’re not sure exactly where the drain hole is located on your freezer, consult your owner’s manual. Clear the ice from the drain hole with a screwdriver or a piece…