Danby Defrost Drain Clog or Drain Pan Overflow

Refrigerator leaking water onto the floor from the front or underneath.

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Possible Causes

Clogged defrost drain tube, frozen drain trough, cracked or misaligned drain pan, excessive humidity causing heavy defrost water

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the refrigerator before removing panels. Use towels to catch water and prevent slipping.

Steps to clear leaks from defrost drain:

  • Identify leak source: Check if water is coming from the front of the freezer, under the crisper drawers, or from the rear bottom area.
  • Access drain trough: Remove freezer shelves and the rear interior panel to expose the evaporator and drain trough beneath it.
  • Clear ice and debris: Use warm water and a turkey baster or squeeze bottle to flush the drain hole until water flows freely into the drain pan below.
  • Check drain tube: From the back of the refrigerator, locate the drain tube leading to the drain pan. Remove and clean it if clogged with debris or mold.
  • Inspect drain pan: Ensure the pan is properly positioned on the compressor frame and not cracked. Replace if damaged.
  • Reassemble and monitor: After clearing the drain and confirming proper flow, reassemble panels and monitor for further leaks.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Defrost Drain Tube
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