Samsung refrigerator leaking water

What to expect when you experience a Samsung refrigerator leaking water issue

How is the leaking water problem fixed?

Correcting most leaking water problems usually involves replacing the defrost drain, dispenser water tubing or evaporator. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a refrigerator that is leaking water

When the refrigerator is leaking water it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of refrigerator failures.

What to look out for with a refrigerator leaking water diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your refrigerator problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

Samsung Refrigerator is Leaking Water

When your Samsung refrigerator is leaking water, check the water line behind the refrigerator. Tighten the water line connections if they’re leaking. Replace the water line if it’s damaged and leaking.

If water is leaking inside the freezer from the bottom of the evaporator cover, the defrost drain tube could have a freeze plug. The automatic defrost system melts frost and ice from the evaporator fins every 4 to 8 hours in the fridge to keep the air passages through the evaporator fins clear. Defrost condensate water drips down into a drain pan below the evaporator and then drains through a tube to a drain pan by the compressor where that water evaporates before the next automatic defrost cycle begins. If the defrost drain tube freezes up, water leaks into the freezer or onto the floor under the fridge. Schedule refrigerator repair service to have a service technician examine the fridge and fix this type of problem.

Samsung Ice Maker Leaking

When you find your Samsung ice maker leaking, check to see if the ice mold is overfilling. If it is, adjust the water fill level as described in the owner’s manual for your fridge. Reducing the fill level may fix the leaking problem.

If the ice maker still leaks after adjusting the water fill level, a leaking water valve could be causing the problem. Schedule refrigerator repair to have a service technician examine the fridge and replace the water valve if it’s leaking.

A cracked water line can also cause the ice maker to leak in your Samsung refrigerator. Have a service technician replace the water supply line if it leaks.

Samsung Leaking at the Water Dispenser

If the water dispenser is dripping just after replacing the water filter, air in the water lines going to the dispenser may be causing the leak. Purge 1 gallon of water through the water dispenser as constantly as possible to eliminate air from the water line and stop this type of leak. Remember to purge water through the dispenser each time you replace the water filter in your Samsung refrigerator.

A leaking water valve can also cause water to drip from the water dispenser. Shut off the water supply going to the fridge to see if the leaking stops. If it does, then you’ll likely need to have a service technician replace the leaking water valve.

Sometimes, water will drip down through the ice dispenser door and appear to be dripping from the water dispenser. Check the ice dispenser door for a cube or ice chips blocking the ice door from closing. Clear debris from the ice dispenser door and the dripping should stop.

If you’re not able find and fix the leaking from the water dispenser in your Samsung refrigerator, schedule refrigerator repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the problem.