Sub-Zero Drain Tube Clogged
Topics:
- Water in refrigerator under crisper drawers
- Sub-Zero drain tube clogged
- Water not draining out of the refrigerator or freezer
- Drain tube requires frequent cleaning
Troubleshooting:
Product-Specific Troubleshooting
For the most applicable information, first determine your product model by referring to the serial tag. To locate the serial tag, refer to Sub-Zero Serial Tag Locations.
- Classic (BI), Designer (IT, IC, ID), 700, 400, 648PRO Series Drain Tube Cleaning
- 200/300, 500 and 600 Series Refrigerator Drain Tube Cleaning
- 500 or 600 Series Freezer Drain Tube Cleaning
- 600 Series Freezer Drain Tube Cleaning for Serial Numbers Greater Than 1810000
General Troubleshooting
- Make sure the refrigerator temperature is set correctly. See Refrigerator and Freezer Temperature Settings for details.
- Factory settings on electronic control panels are 38°F (3°C) in a refrigerator and 0°F (-18°C) in a freezer. These are ideal food storage temperatures.
- Clean the Condenser if it has not been done in the past 6 to 12 months.
- Verify the door is shut tightly. Remove anything that is blocking the door from shutting completely.
- Verify the door gasket is in good shape with no rips or tears. If the gasket is damaged, contact Factory Certified Service to schedule an appointment for repair.
- If these troubleshooting steps do not resolve the issue, service is necessary to expertly diagnose and repair the product. Contact Factory Certified Service to schedule an appointment for repair.
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