Fhiaba Defrost Drain Frozen or Misaligned

Ice buildup on the bottom of the freezer compartment, sometimes forming a sheet of ice.

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.

Possible Causes

Frozen defrost drain outlet, Heater not warming drain area sufficiently, Misaligned drain funnel under evaporator, Door gasket leak causing excessive frost

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator and protect the floor from melting ice.

Step 1 – Remove ice:

Take out freezer drawers and manually remove loose ice from the bottom.
Do not use sharp tools; use warm water to melt stubborn ice.

Step 2 – Clear drain:

Access the rear panel, locate the drain hole, and flush with hot (not boiling) water until it runs freely to the drain pan.

Step 3 – Check drain funnel and heater:

Ensure the drain funnel under the evaporator is properly positioned over the drain hole.
On models with a drain heater, verify it is intact and properly attached.

Step 4 – Door gasket:

Inspect and replace damaged gaskets to reduce frost formation.

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Defrost Drain Tube

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