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[5T76T2FI]

I have a GE Profile side by side refrigerator which is about 10 years old. My problem is with the ice maker, it leaks into the freezer cabinet and the water freezes on the floor of the freezer and builds up until it leaks out of the door onto the kitchen floor.
I assume that there is a gasket or O ring leaking some where but don't know where to begin. Do I replace the entire ice maker unit or is there a kit or part I can buy to repair it? Any help is appreciated. Rich jcmsp062@aol.com

Model # TFX26PPDA CC
Serial # R2240249

[SANTA]

Is water flowing over the top of the icemaker? You might have a leaking water valve, behind the refrigerator down by the compressor.

[5T76T2FI]

No I don't think so but I'll check to be sure. Rich

[Samurai Appliance Repair Man]

If it's leaking from the icemkaer mold itself, you'll need to replace the ice maker...

http://www.repaircli...ssembly/1399596

[5T76T2FI]

I removed the ice maker and it looks a little different from the picture you provided. I assume yours is the current GE replacement part. Is there a way to test my ice maker for leaks before I buy a new one? Also to be sure it's fixed should i replace the water valve too? What's the part number and price for that part? hanks Rich

[appl.tech.29501]

Ensure that the tube that transfers the water into the icemaker doesnt have a crack in it allowing water to drip out during the fill cycle.

[lvasquez11]

I would check for a frozen drian. Every time unit goes into defrost youll have ice builtup at bottom of freezer. May need to clean out drian

[appl.tech.29501]

I would check for a frozen drian. Every time unit goes into defrost youll have ice builtup at bottom of freezer. May need to clean out drian

yes I agree, i read through that post too quickly. A frozen drain is more common, at this point we are assuming that the water is coming from the ice maker. You will need to cycle the ice maker and watch the fill and see if it leaks.

[kdog]

Or shut the Icemaker off a few days and see if the problem persists

[5T76T2FI]

How do I go about checking the drain? Where is it located? Access from front or rear?

[Samurai Appliance Repair Man]

Drain is inside the freezer, behind the back panel, below the evaporator coil. You'll need to pull everything out of the freezer to get to it.

Post some pics of the ice formation you're seeing. Upload them to an online image hosting service and then post the links here.

[5T76T2FI]

Well I found the drain hole , it's on the bottom left inside wall about 6 inches up from the bottom. It was completely iced over so I removed the ice and opened the center hole with an awl. Then I mixed baking soda (1 tea spoon) with warm water and using a turkey baster I cleaned it out pretty well. It's been 2 days since i did this and the ice maker is working fine and so far there's no ice buid up on the bottom of the freezer. It looks good but I'm keeping my fingers crossed for a few more days.
I wanted to thank all the forum members who replied to my question and helped me solve the problem. You guys are great. Next on my list is the Kenmore dish washer that needs a motor. I'll post that one in a day or so. Thanks again Rich

[kdog]

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