How do you unclog a freezer defrost drain?

Clear the ice from the drain hole with a screwdriver or a piece of stiff wire. Fill a basting syringe with warm water. Place the end of the syringe into the drain hole and squeeze the bulb on the syringe to force the water into the drain hole. This removes any remaining ice from the drain.

How do you unclog a refrigerator drain tube?

1. Step 1: Unplug the Refrigerator. For safety, unplug the refrigerator.
2. Step 2: Locate the Drain Tube. Every refrigerator manufacturer will have the drain tube for the defrost cycle in a different location.
3. Step 3: Free the Drain Tube.
4. Step 4: Manually Clear the Tube.
5. Step 5: Clean the Drain.
6. Step 6: Empty the Pan.

Where is the refrigerator defrost drain tube?

On most refrigerators the defrost drain tube and drain hole is located inside the freezer at the bottom back. Look in the freezer near the bottom and locate the drain tube and the drain hole. There may be a panel made from plastic that covers the drain tube and hole. Remove the panel with a screwdriver if applicable.

How do you fix a clogged freezer drain?

Pour 1 cup of vinegar down the drain, this will cause a chemical reaction with the baking soda which will fizz and bubble. This process cleans the pipe and drain to allow everything to be flushed through the pipe when you clear the frozen clog.

Where is the defrost drain?

The defrost drain is clogged causing the water from the defrost cycle to flow down to the freezer floor. The defrost drain and drain trough are located behind the freezer panel at the back of the freezer wall inside.

What is a defrost drain?

Defrost Drain. A blocked defrost drain is one of the most common causes of water leaking from your refrigerator and is a good place to start troubleshooting. The small drain opening is easily blocked by food particles or ice, preventing water that accumulated during the defrost cycle from draining to the pan.