Café External Water Leak

Water leaking from under the Café freezer onto the floor

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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

Clogged defrost drain, Cracked or misrouted defrost drain tube, Ice buildup in drain trough, Condensation due to door gasket leak

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the freezer before removing interior panels. Use towels to catch water and melted ice.

  • Locate defrost drain: Remove the interior rear panel and find the drain trough beneath the evaporator coil. Check for ice or debris blocking the drain hole.
  • Clear the drain: Use warm (not boiling) water in a turkey baster or squeeze bottle to flush the drain until water flows freely into the drain pan under the unit.
  • Inspect drain tube: From the rear, locate the drain tube leading to the drain pan. Ensure it is not kinked, disconnected, or cracked. Replace if damaged.
  • Check door gasket: A poor seal can cause excess frost and water. Inspect and replace the gasket if necessary.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Defrost Drain Tube
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