Whirlpool 21.0 cu. ft. Top Freezer Refrigerator with IceMagic Plus Ice Maker Logo
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Water accumalating in the bottom of the fridge.

Water is accumalating in the bottom of my fridge and in the meat and crisper bins. This is a Whirlpool top freezer model without a ice maker. What could be the problem and how do I fix it?

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A common problem. All modern refrigerators have an automatic deicer. The heater kicks in, then MELTS the ice in build up in the freezer for a short period before freezing again. This water drains either in the fridge or out the back to the catch tray. Simply pull out the bottom drawers and clean the clogged drain hold where the water can drain and evaporate in the catch tray as it is designed to.

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