This drain tube directs defrost/condensate water from the appliance's drain outlet into the drain pan, helping prevent water from pooling inside the cabinet or leaking onto the floor for reliable, mess-free operation. What it does:
- Channels defrost/condensate water from the drain outlet to the pan
- Helps prevent interior leaks, puddles beneath the unit, and ice at the drain
- Restores proper drainage when the original tube is cracked, misshapen, or clogged
- Addresses symptoms like water under drawers/shelves or musty odors from standing water
What's included:
Install notes:
- Disconnect power and pull the unit forward for rear access; turn off water supply if applicable
- Remove the old tube and clear any debris/ice from the drain opening
- Fully seat the new tube on the drain outlet and position the outlet over the pan, following original routing
- Test by pouring a small amount of warm water into the drain to ensure proper flow and no leaks
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Leaking onto floor as part of defrost cycle Ken D. • Ithaca , NY • May 22, 2017
I went in through the lower back of my Whirlpool bottom-freezer refrigerator, found a duck-bill end on the existing drain tube, and removed it. Less than a cup of water was released into the evaporator pan. I didn't need the drain tube I bought - and replacing it would have involved getting into the interior wall inside the freezer, which would have been a LOT more work. Most of my time was spent unloading the refrigerator and freezer before turning off the power. At least this gave me a...
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