The Internal Pipe: A plastic tube carries the water down through the insulated walls of the fridge.
At the bottom of the drain tube lies the (sometimes called the drain pan). This is a shallow plastic or metal tray, roughly the size of a small baking dish (20–30 cm wide), located in the compressor compartment.
To keep your fridge's drainage system running smoothly:
To keep your kitchen floor dry, it is a good idea to inspect the drain hole every few months. If you see debris, you can usually clear it with a piece of flexible wire or a pipe cleaner. Many manufacturers also suggest flushing the hole with a mixture of warm water and a teaspoon of bleach or baking soda using a turkey baster. This kills any mold or algae trying to take up residence in the tube.
The Internal Pipe: A plastic tube carries the water down through the insulated walls of the fridge.
At the bottom of the drain tube lies the (sometimes called the drain pan). This is a shallow plastic or metal tray, roughly the size of a small baking dish (20–30 cm wide), located in the compressor compartment.
To keep your fridge's drainage system running smoothly:
To keep your kitchen floor dry, it is a good idea to inspect the drain hole every few months. If you see debris, you can usually clear it with a piece of flexible wire or a pipe cleaner. Many manufacturers also suggest flushing the hole with a mixture of warm water and a teaspoon of bleach or baking soda using a turkey baster. This kills any mold or algae trying to take up residence in the tube.