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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairSamsung Refrigerator Freezer Drain Tube Assembly Replacement DA97-04049E 
Samsung Refrigerator Freezer Drain Tube Assembly Replacement DA97-04049E
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$34.67Estimated Savings
$112.5002:19
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the freezer drain tube assembly on a Samsung Refrigerator (Model RF27T5501SRAA51). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the refrigerator is leaking at its base.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung
Step By Step Instructions
1
To replace the freezer drain tube assembly in the Samsung refrigerator,
2
You will need a Phillips head screwdriver.
3
Before you begin the procedure, unplug the appliance's power cord.
4
Have an assistant help you to move the refrigerator away from the wall.
5
Unthread the seven screws securing the lower rear access panel using the Phillips head screwdriver.
6
With the screws unthreaded, lift the panel up to remove.
7
If still intact, pull the old drain tube assembly down to remove.
8
Before you install the new freezer drain tube assembly, confirm the tube is inserted into the valve.
9
Now align the tube on the retaining post and the valve on the drain spout.
10
Reinstall the access panel by aligning the bottom tabs first, then thread the screws to secure.
11
Move the appliance back against the wall, plug the power cord back in, and the refrigerator should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the freezer drain tube assembly on a Samsung Refrigerator (Model RF27T5501SRAA51). The most common reason for replacing this part is if the refrigerator is leaking at its base.
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung
All of the information for this video is applicable to the following brands:
Samsung
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
To replace the freezer drain tube assembly in the Samsung refrigerator,
2
You will need a Phillips head screwdriver.
3
Before you begin the procedure, unplug the appliance's power cord.
4
Have an assistant help you to move the refrigerator away from the wall.
5
Unthread the seven screws securing the lower rear access panel using the Phillips head screwdriver.
6
With the screws unthreaded, lift the panel up to remove.
7
If still intact, pull the old drain tube assembly down to remove.
8
Before you install the new freezer drain tube assembly, confirm the tube is inserted into the valve.
9
Now align the tube on the retaining post and the valve on the drain spout.
10
Reinstall the access panel by aligning the bottom tabs first, then thread the screws to secure.
11
Move the appliance back against the wall, plug the power cord back in, and the refrigerator should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Drain Hose
$34.67
Total$0.00
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