How to replace drain tube 241830905 on a Frigidaire refrigerator

Is your kitchen turning into a mini lake thanks to a leaking Frigidaire or Electrolux refrigerator? A sneaky clogged or cracked drain tube could be the culprit, but don’t worry—fixing it is easier than you might think! Check out the detailed how-to video below and take back control of your kitchen’s floor space.

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Have issues with water leaking from your Frigidaire or Electrolux refrigerator? One common culprit is a faulty or clogged drain tube. The drain tube carries water from the defrost cycle out to an evaporator pan underneath the fridge. If this tube gets cracked or blocked, water can leak out onto your floor..

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The information in this article may not apply to your specific appliance model. We recommend consulting your manufacturer’s documentation or contact us with any questions.

Necessary tools and parts

Before starting this repair project, make sure you have the following tools and parts on hand:

• Replacement drain tube (part # 241830905)
• Nut driver set
• Adjustable wrench
• Flathead screwdriver
• Aluminum tape
• Towels or blankets

Having these supplies ready will allow you to remove the old drain tube and install the new one efficiently. Always check that you have the specific drain tube made for your refrigerator model prior to beginning.

Prep work

Before tackling any appliance repair, it’s crucial to take a few preparatory steps to ensure safety and make the job easier.

1. First, unplug the refrigerator from the wall outlet. This eliminates the risk of electric shock while you work.
2. Next, turn off the water supply line connected to the fridge. There’s often a shut-off valve underneath the sink or behind the appliance. Turning off the water prevents leaks when you detach the lines during the repair.
3. Now clear out all food and shelves from the fridge and freezer. Removing the contents provides easier access and prevents spills or damage.
4. Tilt the refrigerator back, resting it against a towel placed on the floor. Tilting gives you room to maneuver as you remove components from the bottom rear. Just don’t lay it completely flat, as this can damage the coolant lines.

Removing the drain pan

The drain tube routes down into a drain pan mounted underneath the fridge cabinet. 

1. Start by removing this pan to fully expose the tube. 
2. Locate the drain pan on the right-hand side, towards the bottom. 
3. Remove the corner bracket screws securing the pan using a nut driver.
4. Carefully tilt the drain pan downward and unhook the wiring harness clip from the side. This allows the pan to detach completely. 
5. Pull the pan out towards the freezer side, maneuvering it out from behind the cabinet frame. 
6. Set the drain pan aside and remove the tape covering the drain tube.

Accessing the back panel

With the drain pan removed, you can now access the back panel and drainage system components. 

1. Start by disconnecting the water supply line using a wrench to loosen the compression fitting. 
2. Remove the screw fastening the supply valve bracket.
3. Next, remove all the perimeter screws securing the access panel using a nut driver.
4. Lift off the panel, taking care to pull it forward around the water supply valve. 
5. Set the access panel aside, giving you open access to the drain tube.

Removing the drain hose

1. First, disconnect the water supply valve by removing the bracket screws. 
2. Gently pull the valve forward to access the attached yellow tubing line. 
3. Depress the locking collar and disconnect the yellow tube from the valve. 
4. Set the valve aside for now.
5. Locate the drain hose running from the fridge cabinet bottom to the drain pan. 
6. Remove the screw fastening the hose bracket. 
7. Pull firmly to detach the drain hose from the lower fitting. 
8. Feed the hose up through the cabinet opening to fully remove it.

Installing the new drain hose

1. To install the replacement drain tube, first transfer the bracket from the old hose to the new one. 
2. Make sure the bracket aligns properly with the marked indicator lines on the new tube. 
3. Feed the new drain hose up into the fridge cabinet, routing it behind the evaporator coils.
4. Reattach the bracket to the fridge interior using the mounting screw. 
5. Push the hose end onto the lower fitting until firmly seated. 
6. Reinstall the water supply valve and reconnect the yellow tubing line, making sure the locking collar clicks into place.

Reinstalling the drain pan

1. With the new drain tube in place, tilt the refrigerator back again to access the bottom. 
2. Make sure the hose fits neatly under the cabinet frame and is not kinked or twisted.
3. Tape the hose to the bottom using fresh aluminum tape.
4. Place the drain pan back into position, guiding the end behind the frame first. 
5. Reconnect the drain pan wiring harness. 
6. Insert and tighten all the screws to secure the pan back in place.

Finishing up

1. Finally, return the refrigerator to its upright position against the wall. 
2. Turn the water supply line back on and plug the power cord into the outlet. 
3. Load all your food and shelf contents back into the freshly repaired fridge.
4. Run the appliance through a test cycle, allowing the freezer to cool down completely to ensure no leaks from the new drain tube. 
5. If it passes this leak check, the repair is complete

More information

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