Crosley Blocked Defrost Drain Causing Internal Leak

Water leaking inside the fresh food compartment, often under crisper drawers.

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Possible Causes

Ice blockage in defrost drain, Debris in drain trough, Misaligned drain tube at rear

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before working inside compartments.

Steps:

  • Locate drain outlet: In many Crosley top-freezer models, the defrost drain outlet is behind the rear freezer panel, leading down to a tube behind the fresh food section.
  • Clear ice: Remove the freezer rear panel, locate the drain hole, and pour warm water until the ice melts and water flows freely.
  • Clean trough: Remove any food debris or sludge from the drain trough that could re-clog the hole.
  • Check rear drain tube: From the back of the unit, ensure the rubber drain tube is properly attached and not kinked or blocked.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Defrost Drain Tube
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