Samsung French Door Water Filter Leaking

The generic filter has damaged the water tank filter receiver what the filter actually threads into.

Samsung french door water filter leaking. Do not block the air vents if the vents are blocked especially with a plastic bag the refrigertor can be overcooled. What could be more fun on a weekend than fixing a fridge. If the defrost drain is frozen the water will overflow the drain trough and drip down to the bottom of the compartment. Only use samsung or approved water filters.

We suspected is was an aftermarket water filter so we installed a factory certified samsung water filter hoping to fix the problem. Use only samsung brand water filters. Firstly there are some tips to run through so that you only have to install your water filter once and not worry about any water leaking issues. This water can eventually leak onto the floor.

This video is to help anyone handle a common issue with samsung french door style fridges. If there are no leaks put the shelf or vegetable bin back into the refrigerator. If the water filter housing is damaged or the leak continues even with the filter removed the refrigerator will require service. If the dispenser has a steady drip it may be caused by air in the water line or an improper water line connector installation after door removal.

Samsung double door refrigerator filter head assembly replacement water dispenser problem ice maker doesn t make ice fixing water problem let me know if. The most common place to see water is at the bottom of the compartment such as below the vegetable or crisper drawers. My samsung refrigerator rf4289hars xaa is leaking from the water filter housing and going underneath the deli drawer freezing and dripping onto the floor on the left side of the fridge. The issue is ice builds up around the drain line.

If the water filter was recently replaced dripping from the dispenser may occur because air is trapped in the water filter. If the water filter is damaged replace the water filter. It is about 3 years old. If a cooling period lasts too long the water filter may break and cause water leakage.

If the defrost drain is frozen thaw the ice. Check the defrost drain to determine if it is clogged or frozen. Turn on the water line. Water leaks in a samsung refrigerator many times when you see a pool of water or one that froze into a sheet of ice it can often be attributed to condensation or a spill you didn t notice.

Remove the water filter and inspect it and the water filter housing for damage. If the lock indicator mark on the filter is not aligned with the indicator mark on the filter cover turn the filter clockwise until the marks are aligned.