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Kenmore Refrigerator coffee maker leaking
If your refrigerator coffee maker is leaking, start with the parts most likely to fail: inspect the coffee container and the small hose or tube behind the dispenser for cracks or holes, since a damaged container or leaking tube is a common cause of refrigerator leaking water from the coffee unit. If those look good, the next likely source is an electrical problem with the control board or control board assembly that can keep the water inlet or dispenser valve energized and overfill the brewer. Other causes to check before replacing major parts include a K-Cup that is not pierced or clogged piercing pins, and, less commonly, damage to the door assembly that lets water escape. Work methodically: dry the area, run a short dispense to watch where water appears, check hoses and fittings, then test the inlet valve and inspect the board for burnt components. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your specific refrigerator and get the right parts and instructions to fix the leak.
01 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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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My refrigerator is leaking water behind the dispenser — what should I check first?
Why is the refrigerator coffee maker dispensing too much water and leaking?
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My coffee maker leaks only when using K-Cups — could the pins be the issue?
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