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Flush with a solution of 1 tsp baking soda + 1 cup hot water to remove mold/biofilm. defrost drain refrigerator
Why this matters: A clogged defrost drain is the #1 cause of water leaking onto your kitchen floor or ice building up under the crisper drawers. Fixing it is usually simple and free. 1. What Is the Defrost Drain? Every frost-free refrigerator has a hidden cycle: a heater melts frost off the evaporator coils every 6–12 hours. The resulting water flows down a defrost drain (a small tube or channel) into a drain pan under the fridge, where it evaporates naturally. and remove drawers/shelves for access
Use a turkey baster or funnel to pour hot (not boiling) water directly into the drain hole. Wait 10–20 seconds. If water drains freely – success. If it pools – continue. Fixing it is usually simple and free