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My Whirlpool Refrigerator is Leaking Water
If your Whirlpool refrigerator is leaking water or your fridge is leaking water on the floor, start with the most likely culprit: a clogged or frozen defrost drain. Ice can block the drain and force meltwater out of the drain trough so it drips down into the cabinet and onto the floor, and flushing the drain with hot water or thawing the ice often fixes it. Next check the door gasket for tears or a poor seal since warm, humid air will condense and run out of the gap. After that inspect the water tank assembly for cracks, the water inlet valve for leaks or loose fittings, and the water filter housing and filter head for cracked parts or missing seals. Small, slow leaks from any of those components can pool in the drip pan or run onto the floor, so look under and behind the fridge while you diagnose. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your refrigerator and follow our step-by-step guidance to fix the leak confidently.
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 - Whirlpool 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 - Whirlpool 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 - Whirlpool 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 - Whirlpool 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 - Whirlpool 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my refrigerator leaking water?
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My fridge is leaking at the door, could the door gasket be the problem?
Water is leaking from the dispenser or ice maker; is the inlet valve or filter head to blame?
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