Maytag Refrigerator Bottom Freezer Leaking Water

Water will leak out from the bottom of the freezer if any of these components are clogged or frozen.

Maytag refrigerator bottom freezer leaking water.

If the defrost drain is frozen thaw the ice. This is a regular maintenance task. Check the defrost drain to determine if it is clogged or frozen. Remove the filter and inspect it for cracks or damage.

Flushing the water system forces air from the water line after the refrigerator has been installed or the water filter has been replaced. Melting the ice from. The freezer drain hose will drain the defrost water into a drip pan at the bottom of the freezer. Occasionally the drain and drain line can freeze causing water to begin to accumulate in the bottom of the freezer and begin to leak from the freezer onto the kitchen floor.

A blocked defrost drain is one of the most common causes. Repeat until water begins to flow. This would apply for refrigerators with bottom or base grill filter installation. Please remove the filter and try installing again.

First locate the drain pan. Freezer leaks water what to check first. This water can eventually leak onto the floor. Use a sturdy container to press and hold the water dispenser pad for 5 seconds then release it for 5 seconds.

When this pan becomes full it will leak water onto the floor. This happens when food particles or other debris clog up the drain hose which can lead to ice buildup and eventually water.