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Maytag Refrigerator coffee maker leaking
If your Maytag refrigerator coffee maker is leaking behind the dispenser, start by inspecting the small tube or hose that feeds the brewer — a cracked or pinholed hose is the most likely cause and easy to replace. Next check the door assembly for any cracks or misalignment that could let water escape. If the hoses and door look solid, a faulty control board or control board assembly can keep voltage on the water inlet valve and overfill the coffee maker, so look for burned components and test the valve. Also confirm K-Cup pods are being pierced and that the piercing pins are not clogged, since an unpierced or blocked pod will leak. Finally inspect the coffee container for cracks or holes. This kind of fridge leaking often comes down to a bad hose, damaged door, or an electrical board that fails to shut the inlet valve off. Enter your model number at RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement hose, container, valve, control board, or other parts that fit your refrigerator.
01 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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 - Maytag 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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Why is my refrigerator leaking water behind the coffee dispenser?
My fridge water dispenser is dispensing too much water or dripping — what should I check?
The K-Cup pod isn’t pierced or the pins look clogged — how do I fix that?
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