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==== What to Do (Step-by-Step) ====
# Pull the Fridge Out - Turn off power. - Unplug (safest). - Move the unit out so you can access the back / underside.
# Inspect the Drain Hole - Open the freezer / fridge, remove drawers to get to the back wall. Appliance Update<ref>{{cite web|title=Appliance Update|url=https://applianceupdate.com/where-is-the-defrost-drain-tube-on-a-whirlpool-refrigerator/|publisher=Appliance Update|access-date=2025-11-24}}</ref> - Look for a drain hole/trough. - Check if there’s ice or gunk blocking it.
# Clear the Clog - Use warm water in a turkey baster, or a piece of soft tubing, to flush it. (Many guides suggest this.) Sears Home Services<ref>{{cite web|title=Sears Home Services|url=https://www.searshomeservices.com/symptom/whirlpool-refrigerator-leaking-water|publisher=Sears Home Services|access-date=2025-11-24}}</ref> - If the tube itself (the piece you saw broken) is damaged, remove it and install a new one.
# Inspect the Drain Pan - From the back or bottom, check for cracks or damage in the pan. - If cracked / damaged — swap in the new pan you ordered.
# Run a Test - After replacing / clearing, plug the fridge back in. - Pour a little warm water into the drain hole / trough to simulate a defrost drain cycle. - Watch the pan under the fridge to make sure the water goes there and doesn’t overflow.
# Monitor for Future Issues - If the drain was freezing or clogging frequently, you might need to check every few months. - Make sure the fridge is level (if it's tilted, water might pool weirdly).