Frigidaire
Condensate Leak
Water leaking around the base of a high-efficiency Frigidaire furnace
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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 condensate trap, Disconnected condensate drain hose, Cracked condensate pan, Improper vent slope causing condensate backup
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn off power before working near water and electrical components.
- 1. Locate condensate system: Identify the condensate trap and drain hoses connected to the furnace and vent.
- 2. Clear trap: Remove the trap (note orientation), flush it with warm water, and clear any debris or slime. Reinstall correctly.
- 3. Secure hoses: Ensure all hoses are firmly attached and routed to a proper drain. Replace brittle or cracked tubing.
- 4. Check vent slope: Verify PVC vent pipes slope back toward the furnace or drain as specified by Frigidaire to allow condensate to drain.
- 5. Professional repair: If the secondary heat exchanger or internal drain pan is cracked, a technician will need to replace the affected components.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Condensate Trap
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