Insignia Defrost Drain Clog or Drain Pan Overflow

Water leaking onto the floor from the front or under the refrigerator.

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Possible Causes

Clogged defrost drain tube, Frozen drain hole under evaporator, Cracked or misaligned drain pan, Excessive humidity causing heavy defrost water

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the refrigerator and mop up standing water to prevent slips.

Clear defrost drain:

  • Empty the freezer and remove the rear interior panel.
  • Locate the drain hole at the bottom of the evaporator tray.
  • If iced over, use warm water in a turkey baster or squeeze bottle to melt the ice and flush the drain.
  • Clean drain tube: From the back of the refrigerator, locate the drain tube leading to the drain pan. Remove and flush it with warm water to clear debris.
  • Inspect drain pan: Ensure the pan above the compressor is not cracked and is properly positioned to catch water.
  • Reassemble and monitor: Restore power and check over the next few days for any recurring leaks.

Note: If leaks persist, check for door gasket leaks causing excessive frost and defrost water.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Defrost Drain Tube
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