Asko
Ice on Floor – Blocked Defrost Drain
Thick sheet of ice forms on the freezer floor under the bottom basket.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Frozen defrost drain, Debris in drain trough, Misaligned drain heater (if fitted), Cracked drain trough allowing water to bypass drain
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the freezer before defrosting ice or removing panels.
- Remove ice: Take out baskets and chip away loose ice carefully with a plastic tool. Do not use metal tools that can puncture the liner.
- Access drain trough: Remove the rear interior panel to expose the evaporator and drain trough. Melt ice with warm water and a towel to catch runoff.
- Clear drain tube: Use warm water and a flexible tube or pipe cleaner to flush the drain until water flows freely into the rear drain pan.
If ice on the floor returns quickly, inspect the drain trough for cracks and replace if damaged.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Defrost Drain Trough / Drain Tube
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