Removing Pan From Under Your Kenmore Fridge

If you have a Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator, you may need to remove the drip pan to clean it or address a leak. The drip pan is located at the bottom of the refrigerator and collects water from the freezer's defrost cycle. Depending on your model, you may access the drip pan from the front or rear of the refrigerator.

If your refrigerator has a grille at the bottom front, you can remove it by hand and access the drip pan. If there is no grille, unplug the refrigerator and pull it away from the wall to access the rear. Use a flashlight to locate the drip pan, which may be covered in tape or styrofoam. Remove any packing material and carefully pull out the drip pan.

It is important to note that some drip pans are not designed to be removed and may require significant disassembly to access. Additionally, the drip pan should not need to be emptied frequently, as the water it collects is typically evaporated by the condenser coils.

Check if your Kenmore refrigerator has a grille at the bottom front

To check if your Kenmore refrigerator has a grille at the bottom front, you can start by examining the bottom front of the appliance. Look for a grille or vent covering at the base of the unit. If there is a grille, it will likely be a removable cover that can be pulled off by hand.

The presence of a grille indicates that the drip pan is accessible through the front of the refrigerator. This means that you can remove and clean the drip pan without needing to move the refrigerator or access it from the rear.

If there is no grille at the bottom front of your Kenmore refrigerator, this means that the drip pan is located at the rear of the appliance. In this case, you will need to unplug the refrigerator and pull it away from the wall to access the drip pan from the back.

It is important to note that some Kenmore refrigerator models may not have a removable drip pan. In such cases, disassembly may be required to access and clean the pan. This can be a complex task, and it is recommended to consult a qualified technician for assistance.

If it does, pull it off by hand to access the drip pan

If your Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator has a grille at the bottom front, you can access the drip pan by pulling off the grille by hand. If there is no grille, unplug the refrigerator and pull it away from the wall to access the rear.

If there is a grille, you should be able to pull it off by hand. Grilles usually secure to the refrigerator with plastic clips. Once you have removed the grille, you can access the drip pan.

If there is no grille, you will need to unplug the refrigerator and pull it away from the wall so that you can access the rear of the appliance. You may need to shine a flashlight under the refrigerator to locate the drip pan.

Once you have located the drip pan, remove it and empty it into the sink. You can also use a shop vac to vacuum the condenser coils under the refrigerator while they are accessible.

If not, unplug the refrigerator and pull it away from the wall to access the rear

If you cannot access the drip pan from the front of your Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator, you will need to unplug the refrigerator and pull it away from the wall to access the rear. This is because the drip pan, which collects water from the freezer's defrost cycle, is located at the rear of the appliance.

Before you begin, ensure that you have unplugged the refrigerator from the wall outlet. Pull the refrigerator away from the wall so that you can comfortably access the rear of the appliance.

Shine a flashlight under the refrigerator to locate the drip pan. The drip pan may have tape or styrofoam around it, which you should remove. Once you have located the drip pan, carefully remove it from under the refrigerator and empty it into the sink.

It is also recommended to use a shop vac to vacuum the condenser coils under the refrigerator while they are accessible. These coils can become caked with dust and debris, causing the refrigerator to run less efficiently.

Finally, replace the drip pan in the same spot from which it was removed at the rear of the appliance. Push the refrigerator back into place and plug it into the outlet.

Shine a flashlight under the refrigerator to locate the drip pan

To remove the drip pan from your Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator, you'll first need to locate it. Shine a flashlight under the refrigerator—the drip pan is located here.

If there is a grille at the bottom front of your Kenmore refrigerator, the drip pan is accessed through the front. Remove the grille by hand and you should be able to see the drip pan. If there is no grille, the drip pan is removed from the rear of the refrigerator. Unplug the electrical cord and pull the refrigerator away from the wall so that you can access the rear. Shine your flashlight under the refrigerator to locate the drip pan.

The drip pan may have tape or styrofoam around it, so you'll need to remove any packing material before pulling the drip pan out.

Once you've located the drip pan, you can remove and empty it.

Remove the drip pan and empty it in the sink

To remove the drip pan from your Kenmore side-by-side refrigerator, first check if there is a grille at the bottom front of the appliance. If there is, you can access the drip pan from the front. Remove the grille by pulling it off with your fingers. If there is no grille, you will need to access the drip pan from the rear of the refrigerator. Unplug the refrigerator and pull it away from the wall so that you can reach the back.

Once you have located the drip pan, remove it and empty it in the sink. Be careful when handling the drip pan, as it may contain rusty water and corroding tubing. The drip pan may also be taped or have styrofoam around it, so remove any packing material before attempting to pull it out.

After emptying the drip pan, you can replace it in the same spot from which it was removed. Push the refrigerator back into place and plug it into the outlet. If your refrigerator has a grille, remember to snap it back into place.

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