Maytag Refrigerator Bottom Freezer Leaking Water

A blocked defrost drain is one of the most common causes.

Maytag refrigerator bottom freezer leaking water. Check the defrost drain to determine if it is clogged or frozen. When this pan becomes full it will leak water onto the floor. If the water filter was not installed correctly it could cause the refrigerator to leak. Flushing the water system forces air from the water line after the refrigerator has been installed or the water filter has been replaced.

If the defrost drain is frozen the water will overflow the drain trough and drip down to the bottom of the compartment. This is a regular maintenance task. If the defrost drain is frozen thaw the ice. This would apply for refrigerators with bottom or base grill filter installation.

Use a sturdy container to press and hold the water dispenser pad for 5 seconds then release it for 5 seconds. The freezer drain hose will drain the defrost water into a drip pan at the bottom of the freezer. Melting the ice from. Please remove the filter and try installing again.

Water will leak out from the bottom of the freezer if any of these components are clogged or frozen. Remove the filter and inspect it for cracks or damage. Repeat until water begins to flow. First locate the drain pan.

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. This water can eventually leak onto the floor.