Self-alarm can set in when you enter your kitchen just to see a huge puddle of water by your refrigerator. There are a ton of different reasons why your fridge can begin leaking. We have put together 7 troubleshooting causes and fixes for your kitchen appliance. As always, the first step is to discover the source of the leak. Remember – prior to any repair, it is important to unplug your appliance.
Check Your Door Seals Now, we have discussed the dollar bill test to check if your refrigerator gaskets are sealing properly. The other option is to open up your fridge and check for any wetness around the door. If you find there is condensation, it may suggest the seal isn't closing tightly enough, resulting in a cool air flow seeping out of your refrigerator. By using a soft cloth, wipe down your seals with a vinegar and water solution to remove any crumbs or grime. If the door seals are drastically worn, you might want to take into account purchasing a new one. You can check out our model look-up and enter in your model number to find your specific door seal for your refrigerator. You can also purchase the door seal here, too.
Is it Level? Open your freezer door, will it shut on its own? If not, it could possibly mean your refrigerator is leaning forward, too much. If it is tilted onward, this can compromise your door seal, making it not function properly. You will need to adjust the legs of your fridge. With another person to help you, lean the refrigerator back. Beneath, you will see adjustable and threaded legs you can alter appropriately.
Investigate the Drip Pan Your drip pan is located underneath your refrigerator to catch any drainage and debris. As a regular maintenance regime, examine your drip pan for any cracks or dents. If you find there is any visible damage, you will need to replace it.
Defrost Regularly Another source of a leaking refrigerator is from the accumulation of ice regarding in the rear or foundation in your refrigerator. Be sure to go through the defrost cycle frequently.
Look Out for a Clogged Defrost Drain Refer to your owner’s manual to locate your defrost drain. If you have condensation inside your freezer, this could indicate that your defrost drain is clogged. The condensation will drip down the drain to the drip pan, and become clogged with debris or frozen shut. Simply pour some warm water down the drain to unfreeze it, and check the drip pan.
Inspect Your Hose Fixtures You will want to turn off your water supply before attempting this repair. In the rear of your unit, you will find there are a ton of different fixtures and hose fittings.Examine each fitting and fixture for any loose components and tighten accordingly. Check for any holes or kinks to any tubing as this may need to be replaced.
Check Your Icemaker Although a bit uncommon, check out your icemaker for any leaks. Your water connection line could have came loose which could be the culprit of the leaky refrigerator. Also, inspect the line as it may need to be replaced, and tighten all connections. If the above steps do not fix the problem, refer to our video look-up. We have a ton of videos for diagnostics and repairs designed for your refrigerator needs.
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