Blomberg Bottom Freezer Constantly Leaking Water

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I have a 5yo fridge with a bottom freezer that accumulates ice on top of the condensate drain port. This causes the condensate to accumulate, freeze and sometimes drain onto the floor.

I have the exact same fridge and the exact same problem as the person in the video link below. I tried his solution of cutting back the drain valve, but it did not help.

I called the manufacturer and, without surprise, they were of no help. I'm allegedly the "only person with the problem"

Any idea what could be causing this?

https://youtu.be/u4UAlnFGrf0

Best Answer

This may be due to condensation from air infiltration.

  • Check that the refrigerator is level, or very slightly tilted back so that the doors swing shut on their own.
  • Check all door gaskets, i.e. they should be clean, flexible and seal completely on the entire perimeter.
  • Check that doors close completely. Adjust food contents, door hinges and anything else that might interfere with complete closure.
  • Also, avoid putting open containers with hot food in the refrigerator, or anything else that might evaporate water.
  • Avoid "browsing" the contents; leave the doors closed as much as possible.

Also, to make it easier for water to drain, reduce surface tension by putting a single drop of dish or HE laundry detergent, perhaps once per month, where the water accumulates by the drain hole.

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