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Montgomery Wards Refrigerator leaking water
If your refrigerator is leaking water onto the floor, the most likely culprit is a clogged or frozen defrost drain that lets meltwater overflow the drain trough; thaw the ice and flush the drain with hot water first. If the leak is coming from around the doors, check the door gasket for tears, twists, or a poor seal that lets humid air condense and run out. Also inspect the water tank assembly for hairline cracks—replace it rather than trying to glue it—then check the water inlet valve for cracks or a loose fitting where the supply line attaches. Don’t forget the water filter housing and filter head; cracked housings or a torn or missing seal at the filter head will leak. These checks cover the most common causes of a refrigerator leaking water or a fridge leaking water on the floor. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement parts that fit your specific refrigerator and get step-by-step repair help.
01 - Clogged or Freezing Defrost Drain
If the defrost drain is frozen, the water will overflow the drain trough and drip down to the bottom of the compartment. This water can eventually leak onto the floor. Check the defrost drain to determine if it is clogged or frozen. If the defrost drain is frozen, thaw the ice. In addition, flush the drain with hot water to ensure that it is clear of debris.
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02 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Door Gasket
If a refrigerator is leaking water outside the appliance, it's possible a door gasket is damaged. A door gasket that does not form a proper seal to the refrigerator frame will allow warm humid air to enter the refrigerator or freezer compartment. This can create condensation which can then leak out the gap between the gasket and frame onto the floor. You should inspect the door gasket for any tears or twists and replace the gasket if necessary.
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03 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Water Tank Assembly
Inspect the water tank assembly for any leaks. Be aware that the leak may be very small and hard to find. If you discover a leak, replace the water tank. Do not attempt to repair the water tank—glue will not stick properly to the plastic of the tank.
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04 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Water Inlet Valve
The water inlet valve opens to supply water to the dispenser and icemaker. If the water inlet valve is cracked or has a loose fitting, water will leak from the valve. Inspect the water inlet valve for cracks, and make sure that it is tightly secured to the water supply line.
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05 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Water Filter Housing
Inspect the water filter housing for cracks. If you discover any cracks in the water filter housing, replace the housing.
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06 - Montgomery Wards Refrigerator Water Filter Head
The water filter head might be cracked, or the seal may be torn or missing. Inspect the water filter housing for cracks. If you discover any cracks in the water filter housing, replace it.
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