Ge Side By Side Refrigerator Ice Maker Leaking Water

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Ge side by side refrigerator ice maker leaking water.

The water inlet valve opens to supply water to the dispenser and icemaker. Troubleshooting a ge refrigerator water leak requires pinpointing the specific problem. If you see water dripping or collecting along the exterior of. Common causes of water leaks include problems with the drip pan drain tube or water valve a plumbing issue or a problem with the fill line that runs from the water valve to the icemaker.

Be sure the water line fittings are secure. A new icemaker is about 75. Then your parts will be an additional 75. A damaged water valve or water line is the most likely culprit.

Pull it out from the wall and eyeball the plastic hose that runs from your ice maker and water filter down the back of the appliance. Do it your self on your. Watch as we diagnose and repair the problem. Bottom mount refrigerator clogged drain tube ice on.

The defrost water drain may be cracked or overflowing. Also check the owner s manual for instructions. For bottom freezer models see bottom mount refrigerator clogged drain tube ice on freezer floor. Water could be leaking from the fill tube extension.

On side by side models you may be able to clean the defrost tube yourself. If the water inlet valve is cracked or has a loose fitting water will leak from the valve. However if ice from the ice maker makes it into this drain it can clog it and the water accumulates in either the fresh food compartment or the bottom of the freezer in a side by side model. Check the drain and clear it if there is a clog.

From time to time a clogged or frozen water supply line will cause water to puddle beneath the refrigerator it will also affect ice production from the ice maker and slow or stop water. In a side by side with an ice maker the water appears to be coming from the ice maker. See side by side refrigerator water on floor repairing a clogged defrost drain. Water is leaking from the back of the refrigerator.

You may have experienced this kind of problem if your fridge is hooked up to a water supply for its water or ice dispenser. Inspect the water inlet valve for cracks and make sure that it is tightly secured to the water supply line. Download a copy of the owner s manual. If you call someone out the service call will be about 80.

But if this leak is a regular occurrence a more thorough inspection and repair job may be in order.