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

Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator before removing internal panels.

Step-by-step checks:

• 1. Locate drain: Inside the freezer, remove the rear panel to expose the evaporator. At the bottom, find the drain hole or trough.
• 2. Clear blockage: Use warm (not boiling) water in a turkey baster or syringe to flush the drain hole until water flows freely into the rear drain pan.
• 3. Check rear drain tube: From the back of the appliance, inspect the rubber drain tube leading to the drip tray above the compressor. Clear any slime or debris and ensure it is properly seated.
• 4. Clean drip tray: Empty and clean the tray if overflowing.

When to call a technician: If the drain repeatedly freezes, the defrost cycle or insulation may need professional evaluation.