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Old 10-03-2007, 05:55 PM   #1
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Brand: Kenmore
Model Number: unk
Age: 5 - 10 years
icemaker makes ice but but leaks water into ice container that freeze solid
 
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Old 10-03-2007, 05:59 PM   #2
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icemaker seems to work fine except it leaks into ice container. what is causing the leak?
 
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If the water inlet valve leaks slowly it can freeze in the ice maker fill tube, stopping it up and causing the water to run down into the freezer, or it can drip out the fill tube and freeze in the ice bin. Check the water inlet valve.

Refrigerator Repair Guide: How to Check the Water Inlet Valve - ACME HOW TO.com
 
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