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Tappan Refrigerator leaking water
If your refrigerator is leaking water onto the floor, start with the most common cause: a clogged or frozen defrost drain. Ice or debris in the drain trough will overflow the pan and run out of the cabinet, so thaw the drain and flush it with hot water to clear any blockage. If the drain is clear, check the door gasket for tears or a poor seal that lets humid air condense and drip out. Next inspect the water tank assembly, inlet valve and filter housing or filter head for hairline cracks or loose fittings, since small leaks in those parts often show up as fridge leaking water. Don’t try to glue a cracked water tank; replace it. Follow these checks and you’ll narrow down whether you need a seal, a new valve, or a filter housing. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement part for your specific refrigerator and get step-by-step instructions to fix it.
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 - Tappan 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 - Tappan 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 - Tappan 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 - Tappan 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 - Tappan 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
Refrigerator leaking water on floor — what causes this?
Defrost drain clogged — how do I clear a frozen or clogged defrost drain?
Refrigerator water dispenser not working or leaking — what should I check?
Fridge door gasket not sealing — how can I test and fix it?
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