How to Fix a Leaky Refrigerator

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How to Fix a Leaky Refrigerator

How To Fix a Leaky Refrigerator

If your refrigerator is dripping water on the floor, the problem is likely a clogged drain line. The video shows how to fix it. The pictures and comments, below, give a summary.

Remove Bottom Ice

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Open fridge and freezer. Pull out both freezer drawers. Pound bottom ice sheet with fist. Remove ice chunks.

Open Problem Area

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Take off two side rails, ice maker, and back panel.

Chip and Melt Ice

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Use a steak knife to chip out ice. Don't puncture cooling tubes. Use a hair dryer to melt open the drain. Fixed!