Why does the refrigerator run?

As you know, household appliances have the property of failing at the most inopportune moment, precisely when it is impossible to do without it. Refrigerators in this matter are not an exception and break most often when under the string are full of perishable products, and in the street there is a hot summer. What to do when the refrigerator is flowing and why this happens - let's try to understand our article.

So, you noticed that your faithful refrigerator gave a leak. It is not necessary to call the repairman immediately. To begin with, it is worthwhile to inspect the refrigerator yourself and determine the source of the leak. Possible reasons for the fact that the water flows only from underneath the refrigerator is somewhat:

  1. Malfunction in the drainage system. Probably, the drain tube has gone or the water tank has broken. You can detect this problem by yourself, pushing the refrigerator back and looking at its rear wall. The retired drainage pipe can be put in place on its own, but to replace the tank to collect water you will have to turn to the master. Most often, such breakdowns occur after the refrigerator has been transported, or simply moved from place to place, accidentally hitting the drainage tube and the storage tank.
  2. Fault in the freezer in the refrigerator with the no-frost system . You can also determine this breakdown visually by examining the walls of the freezer. If they are covered with a thick layer of ice, the no-frost cooler flows due to the failed evaporator heater. In this case, you will have to call the master and replace the broken part.

Why does water flow from the refrigerator?

If the refrigerator flows not only from below, but also inside, the reason can be as follows:

  1. The sealant on the refrigerator door was worn out. In this case, the door of the refrigerator closes loosely and the inside constantly gets warm air, as a result of which the refrigerator operates with increased load. On the walls because of this there is ice, which in turn melts under the influence of all the same warm air. As a result, a surplus of water forms in the refrigerator, which partly drains through the drainage hole, and partially remains in the refrigerating chamber. You can save the refrigerator by replacing the rubber seal.
  2. The refrigerator is not properly installed, as a result of which its door closes loosely and warm air penetrates inside, which is the reason for the appearance of water inside and under the refrigerator. In this case, the refrigerator should be set to the level, eliminating the skew.
  3. The drain hole in the fridge clogged. It can be completely cleared by any landlady. There is a drainage hole on the back of the refrigerator below. First of all, rinse the sink with warm water with a small syringe. If this measure does not work, you can use it for punching with a cotton swab or a special brush. The most important condition is not to drop in the drain hole is the object by which it was cleaned.

In any case, do not start the situation. Once you notice the water below or inside the refrigerator, you should defrost it , wash it and inspect it for possible malfunctions. If the cause of the leak can not be detected, it is necessary to call a repairman. Do not think that simply wiping the accumulated water, you solve the problem of leaking refrigerators - accumulating on its internal parts, it will gradually destroy them and gradually lead to complete unfitness. And then the cost of repairs will increase many times.