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Universal Refrigerator coffee maker leaking
If your refrigerator coffee maker is leaking behind the dispenser, the usual suspect is a cracked or pinholed tube or hose feeding the dispenser — check it first for damage. A damaged door assembly can also cause leaks, though that is less common. A faulty control board assembly or control board can keep power applied to the water inlet valve and overfill the coffee maker, so inspect the board for burned components after you rule out obvious hose and container issues. Don’t forget simple causes like a K-Cup that isn’t pierced or clogged pins, which will let water spill out during brewing. Finally, inspect the coffee maker container itself for cracks or holes. If you need parts, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement parts that fit your fridge, and search our repair guides for step-by-step help fixing a refrigerator leaking water or a fridge leaking water from the dispenser.
01 - Universal Refrigerator Hose
If the refrigerator coffee maker is leaking behind the dispenser, it's likely the tube or hose connected to the dispenser has a crack or a hole in it. Inspect the tube or hose for damage and replace if required.
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02 - Universal Refrigerator Door
Although it is not a common cause, a damaged door assembly could be causing the refrigerator coffee maker to leak. Inspect the door for any cracks or damage and replace if required.
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03 - Universal Refrigerator Control Board Assembly
If the refrigerator coffee maker is leaking, it's possible the coffee maker is dispensing too much water. This can be caused by a defective control board assembly continuing to allow voltage to be sent to the water dispensing valve, keeping the valve open. You can inspect the board assembly for signs of burning or a shorted-out component. You should first confirm there are no cracks or holes in the coffee maker container or hoses connected to the dispenser, as well as determine the dispensing valve is functioning normally before considering a control board assembly replacement.
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04 - K-Cup pod Is not pierced or pin is clogged
If the K-Cup pod is not pushed down firmly, the lower pin may not pierce through the pod. If the pins are clogged or not piercing all the way through the K-Cup, water may leak from the coffee maker. If the upper or lower pins are clogged, they can be cleaned with a paper clip.
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05 - Universal Refrigerator Control Board
If the refrigerator coffee maker is leaking, it's possible the coffee maker is dispensing too much water. This can be caused by a defective control board continuing to allow voltage to be sent to the water inlet valve, keeping the valve open. You can inspect the control board for signs of burning or a shorted-out component. You should first confirm there are no cracks or holes in the coffee maker container or hoses connected to the dispenser, as well as determine the inlet valve is functioning normally before considering a control board replacement.
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06 - Universal Refrigerator Container
The most likely cause of a refrigerator coffee maker leaking is a damaged container. Inspect the coffee maker container for any cracks or holes and replace if required.
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