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KitchenAid Dryer leaking water
If your dryer is leaking water, a damaged fill hose is the most common cause—inspect the hose for cracks or holes and make sure both ends are tightened with new rubber washers if needed, since leaks coming from outside the cabinet usually trace back to the fill hose. If water is pooling inside the drum the next likely culprit is a cracked or clogged nozzle that sprays the hot mist. Before you tear into steam components, rule out unrelated sources of water, especially if the model is not a steam dryer. A cracked steam generator or a loose hose connector are common causes of internal leaks, and a leaking or cracked water inlet valve is less common but still possible. You can fix most of these yourself once you identify the failed part. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see the exact replacement fill hose, nozzle, steam generator, inlet valve, or connectors that fit your dryer and get step-by-step guidance for the repair.
01 - KitchenAid Dryer Fill Hose
A water leak that is coming from outside the dryer cabinet may be caused by a damaged fill hose. Inspect the hose for small cracks or holes and confirm the hose is secured firmly to the inlet valve. A damaged hose will need to be replaced with a new one. If needed, install new rubber washers at the ends of the hose for a water tight seal.
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02 - KitchenAid Dryer Nozzle
A water leak inside the dryer drum may be caused by a faulty nozzle, the component used to spray the hot mist. Inspect the nozzle for any cracks or signs of visible damage and replace the old nozzle with a new one if required.
Highly Likely
03 - Check for other sources of leaks
A non steam dryer is not connected to water and will not cause a leak. Look for other sources of leaks.
Common
04 - KitchenAid Dryer Steam Generator
A water leak inside the dryer drum may be caused by a faulty or damaged steam generator, the component that converts the incoming water supply to steam. Inspect the steam generator for any cracks in the housing and replace if visibly damaged.
Common
05 - Loose hose connector
Check and tighten hose connections. Install new rubber washers if needed.
Common
06 - KitchenAid Dryer Water Inlet Valve
A water leak that is coming from inside the dryer cabinet is likely caused by a damaged water inlet valve. Inspect the valve for any cracks in the housing and confirm the valve hoses are secured firmly to the valve and are in good condition. If the inlet valve's housing is cracked or damaged, the component should be replaced with a new one.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my dryer leaking water?
My dryer is leaking inside the drum — could the steam nozzle be bad?
Dryer leaking from the back or underneath — what should I check first?
My dryer steam function isn’t working and it’s leaking — is the steam generator the problem?
How do I enter my model number to find the right replacement part on RepairClinic.com?