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Why is My GE Refrigerator Leaking Water?
If your GE refrigerator is leaking water under the deli drawer and leaving a puddle on the floor, start with the most likely causes: a clogged or freezing defrost drain is the top offender, followed by a damaged door gasket that lets humid air condense and run out, then a cracked water tank assembly, a loose or cracked water inlet valve, and finally a cracked water filter housing or a bad filter head seal. Check the defrost drain for ice or debris and flush it with hot water, inspect the door gasket for tears or gaps, and look closely at the water tank, inlet valve, filter housing and filter head for hairline cracks or loose fittings. Don’t try to glue a cracked water tank; replace it. This troubleshoot sequence covers the common reasons a refrigerator is leaking water or a fridge leaking water on the floor, and RepairClinic.com lets you enter your model number to find the exact replacement part for your specific refrigerator.
01 - Clogged or Freezing Defrost Drain
If the defrost drain is frozen, the water will overflow the drain trough and drip down to the bottom of the compartment. This water can eventually leak onto the floor. Check the defrost drain to determine if it is clogged or frozen. If the defrost drain is frozen, thaw the ice. In addition, flush the drain with hot water to ensure that it is clear of debris.
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02 - GE Refrigerator Door Gasket
If a refrigerator is leaking water outside the appliance, it's possible a door gasket is damaged. A door gasket that does not form a proper seal to the refrigerator frame will allow warm humid air to enter the refrigerator or freezer compartment. This can create condensation which can then leak out the gap between the gasket and frame onto the floor. You should inspect the door gasket for any tears or twists and replace the gasket if necessary.
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03 - GE Refrigerator Water Tank Assembly
Inspect the water tank assembly for any leaks. Be aware that the leak may be very small and hard to find. If you discover a leak, replace the water tank. Do not attempt to repair the water tank—glue will not stick properly to the plastic of the tank.
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04 - GE Refrigerator Water Inlet Valve
The water inlet valve opens to supply water to the dispenser and icemaker. If the water inlet valve is cracked or has a loose fitting, water will leak from the valve. Inspect the water inlet valve for cracks, and make sure that it is tightly secured to the water supply line.
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05 - GE Refrigerator Water Filter Head
The water filter head might be cracked, or the seal may be torn or missing. Inspect the water filter housing for cracks. If you discover any cracks in the water filter housing, replace it.
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06 - GE Refrigerator Water Filter Housing
Inspect the water filter housing for cracks. If you discover any cracks in the water filter housing, replace the housing.
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07 - GE Refrigerator Water Line
If a refrigerator is leaking water behind the appliance, one of the water lines providing water to the dispenser or ice maker could be damaged. Over time, the plastic lines can become brittle and develop cracks. You should inspect the water line for any cracks or holes and replace the water line with a new one.
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Why is my refrigerator leaking water onto the floor?
How do I clear a clogged defrost drain?
My freezer is cold but the fridge is warm and there's water under the deli drawer, could a bad door gasket cause this?
Can the water inlet valve or water filter parts cause leaks under the deli drawer?
How do I find the correct replacement part on RepairClinic.com for my GE refrigerator leak?