Samsung makes an impressive lineup of refrigerators of all shapes and sizes. Each of them will do an excellent job of keeping your food fresh and cold, while also adding a touch of class to your kitchen.

Still, Samsung refrigerators are also prone to leaking from time to time. Don’t worry; it happens even to the best models from other brands.

Samsung refrigerators typically leak for several common reasons. No matter where first you notice the leak, the root cause is usually a clogged defrost drain line, a faulty water inlet valve, or a problematic water filter. These root causes will lead to many different symptoms like water on the floor, at the water dispenser, under the crisper, or even at the water filter. 

In this article, we’re going to explore the problem of a leaking Samsung refrigerator. We’ll look at common symptoms that you may come across, like water coming from the floor of the fridge, the water dispenser, from under the crisper drawers, or even from the water filter itself.

Let’s get started!

If you’re new to experiencing leaks from your Samsung refrigerator, you might be asking yourself, “Where does all that water come from?”.

Sure, fridges with water dispensers require a bit of plumbing, so it’s obvious how there’s water flowing into the unit.

But what about regular fridges without water dispensers? Why would a ‘cold box’ like that have so much water to leak in the first place?

Well, it’s essential to understand how a fridge works.

You see, a refrigerator works in the same way that an air conditioner would.

There’s a compressor that pressurizes and circulates coolant which exchanges heat and lowers the temperature inside the compartments.

In the Samsung fridge, there are 2 cooling lines. One evaporator coils in the freezer and the second one in the fridge compartment.

That’s why Samsung calls it a Twin Cooling System.

After some time, frost and ice build-up on the evaporator coils. And its time to go into Defrost Cycle.

Defrost heater helps to melt ice and it becomes a water. After that, water drains through the drain line into a drain pan.

But, if for some reason, the drain line clogged, water instead of going down, just overflows and eventually, you will see water under the crisper or even on the floor.

This is a number one cause of leaking Samsung Fridge

Other causes we will describe further in the article.

The best way to narrow down the cause of a leak is to take note of where you see the water.

In a Samsung refrigerator, you may notice water on the kitchen floor, from the water dispenser, under the crisper drawer, or even from the water filter itself.

Let’s take a deep dive into each of those possibilities to see what might be causing the leak.

Samsung Refrigerator Leaking Water On Floor

There is nothing more frustrating than having a kitchen floor that’s flooded because of a leaking fridge. If the water is flowing from the fridge onto your floor, here are a few possible reasons:

• The water inlet valve is leaking.
• The defrost drain is clogged.
• The drain pan is overflowing (less likely).

Let’s look at each cause a little closer.

The Water Inlet Valve Is Leaking

Suppose you’ve purchased a Samsung fridge model that has an ice maker or a water dispenser, that means that there is some plumbing involved with the fridge.

Typically, that means there’s a water inlet somewhere in the back of the refrigerator with piping that supplies water directly to it.

If that water inlet is faulty in any way, water will leak out directly onto your kitchen floor. Left unattended, you could wake up one morning to discover your kitchen floor practically flooded because of it!

Firstly, you’ll need to make sure that the piping is secured tightly to the water inlet. If it’s loose, it could cause water to leak out onto your floor.

Besides that, the problem could be with the water inlet itself. That would require you to replace the water inlet unit entirely.

The Defrost Drain Is Clogged

As mentioned earlier, modern fridges defrost themselves from time to time. That process creates a lot of moisture, which is why there’s a defrost drain built inside the fridge to carry that water away.

Unfortunately, the defrost drain can get clogged either with small debris or with ice if the drain itself ends up getting frozen.

Cleaning the defrost drain is reasonably easy if you know how to find it. All you’d need to do is flush some hot water through the drain to melt the ice and wash away any debris.

To find the defrost drain, you could first try referring to the user manual to find its location. But if you’re unsure, it’s always best to call a professional for help.

The Drain Pan Is Overflowing

At the bottom of each Samsung fridge is a drain pan. Sometimes called a ‘drip pan’, its job is to catch any water inside so that none of it flows out onto your kitchen floor. Sometimes, though, the flow of water inside is too much for the drip pan to cope with, leading to water on your floor.

Here, you can start by emptying the drip pan manually. But that’s only treating the symptom and not the cause. The cause is typically a clogged defrost drain as discussed above.

Samsung Refrigerator Leaking From The Water Dispenser

Samsung fridges with water dispensers sometimes leak from around the dispenser itself. There are two possible reasons for this, both of which involve air:

• There’s air trapped inside the water dispensing system.
• The water filter was not installed correctly.

There’s Air Trapped Inside The Water Dispensing System

Air can be problematic for a water dispensing system. If you notice water leaking from your Samsung fridge’s water dispenser, there’s a strong possibility that air has become trapped somewhere along the way.

This kind of problem is typical for newly-installed Samsung fridges. Thankfully, all you need to do is flush out the entire system to get the air bubbles out as well.

Usually, dispensing a few litres of water will get the job done. As you let the water flow continuously, any trapped air in the system will also find its way out. Without any trapped air, the leaking should also stop.

Don’t worry about wasting the water; you could always catch it in a bucket or bottle it up for later use.

The Water Filter Was Not Installed Correctly

If your refrigerator has a water inlet for its dispenser or ice maker, that means it’ll also have a water filter as well. To find it, please refer to your user manual or have a close look around the refrigerator unit to find it.

At some point, you’ll need to replace the water filter. If you do that wrong, however, you may end up letting air into the water supply of the fridge.

As we’ve seen in the previous point, any trapped air can lead to leaks from the water dispenser.

Firstly, double-check the water filter to make sure it fits correctly. Be sure to check the instructions on the manual or on the filter itself to ensure you’re following the correct steps.

Then, repeat the previous tip: dispense a few litres of water until you’re confident that the air has cleared out of the system.

Samsung Refrigerator Leaking Water Under Crisper Drawers

Your crisper drawer typically has a different level of humidity compared to the rest of the fridge.

That’s why it helps keep your fruits and vegetables fresh. Unfortunately, you might also find water leaking under these drawers as well.

If you notice water leaking under the crisper drawers, it’s probably because of the previous issue we looked at earlier: a clogged defrost drain.

You see, a clogged drain will cause water to drip down inside the fridge’s compartments, including the crisper drawer.

Unfortunately, because of the way Samsung has designed their fridges, internal leaks can cause water to accumulate under the crisper drawer in particular.

Just like before, this is only a symptom. You can clear the water from the crisper, but you’ll still need to address the root cause, which in all probability is a clogged drain.

Samsung Refrigerator Leaking Water From Filter

Earlier, we saw how an improperly installed filter could cause leaks at the water dispenser.

However, leaks can also happen at the water filter itself. Here are a few possible causes:

• The water filter is not installed correctly.
• Cracks in the filter head.
• Cracks or damage in the filter housing.
• Using an off-brand water filter.

The Water Filter Is Not Installed Correctly

If you were to instal the water filter in your Samsung refrigerator incorrectly, air might seep into the system (as we saw earlier). At the same time, water can also seep out from the water dispenser system.

That’s why you must instal the water filter correctly, according to instructions provided by the manufacturer. If not, you could cause water to leak out from the filter.

Cracks In The Filter Head

Sometimes, the filter unit itself is the cause of the leak. You may unknowingly purchase a filter that’s defective or cracked, especially around the filter head.

A cracked filter head can cause water to seep out slowly at first. Since the water filter is usually out of sight and hidden away in the filter housing, you may not notice the leak until it becomes much more extensive.

If you suspect that your Samsung refrigerator may leak, be sure to check the water filter as you troubleshoot the issue.

Cracks Or Damage In The Filter Housing

Last but not least, there may be a crack or other kinds of damage to the filter housing. After all, the water filter is only as secure as the housing that keeps it in place.

If this is the case, you may need to have a professional replace the fridge’s filter housing. Sadly, this isn’t the kind of problem that you can solve with a simple patch or DIY repair.

To investigate this issue, you’ll first need to locate the filter housing. If you can’t locate it yourself, be sure to check the User Manual which will tell you where to find it.

If you’ve misplaced your User Manual, don’t worry. Manufacturers like Samsung typically upload copies of their appliance user manuals online for you to download it.

All you have to do is perform a quick online search using the appliance’s model number as a reference.

Using An Off-brand Water Filter

These days, you can find third-party manufacturers who offer replacement water filters online.

Typically, these filters are sold at lower prices while promising that they’re compatible with your Samsung fridge model.

Unfortunately, using off-brand water filters can also lead to leaks. Despite their claims, it’s always best to buy original replacement parts directly from Samsung.

Doing this ensures that you’re buying a filter that’s tailor-made for your Samsung refrigerator model that’ll fit correctly and get the job done.

Yes, original parts cost a bit extra compared to other brands. But that excess is worth it when you consider that the manufacturer designed that component to fit your fridge model perfectly, giving you loads of peace of mind along with it.

Samsung makes an impressive lineup of refrigerators of all shapes and sizes. Each of them will do an excellent job of keeping your food fresh and cold, while also adding a touch of class to your kitchen.

Still, Samsung refrigerators are also prone to leaking from time to time. Don’t worry; it happens even to the best models from other brands.

Samsung refrigerators typically leak for several common reasons. No matter where first you notice the leak, the root cause is usually a clogged defrost drain line, a faulty water inlet valve, or a problematic water filter. These root causes will lead to many different symptoms like water on the floor, at the water dispenser, under the crisper, or even at the water filter. 

In this article, we’re going to explore the problem of a leaking Samsung refrigerator. We’ll look at common symptoms that you may come across, like water coming from the floor of the fridge, the water dispenser, from under the crisper drawers, or even from the water filter itself.

Let’s get started!

If you’re new to experiencing leaks from your Samsung refrigerator, you might be asking yourself, “Where does all that water come from?”.

Sure, fridges with water dispensers require a bit of plumbing, so it’s obvious how there’s water flowing into the unit.

But what about regular fridges without water dispensers? Why would a ‘cold box’ like that have so much water to leak in the first place?

Well, it’s essential to understand how a fridge works.

You see, a refrigerator works in the same way that an air conditioner would.

There’s a compressor that pressurizes and circulates coolant which exchanges heat and lowers the temperature inside the compartments.

In the Samsung fridge, there are 2 cooling lines. One evaporator coils in the freezer and the second one in the fridge compartment.

That’s why Samsung calls it a Twin Cooling System.

After some time, frost and ice build-up on the evaporator coils. And its time to go into Defrost Cycle.

Defrost heater helps to melt ice and it becomes a water. After that, water drains through the drain line into a drain pan.

But, if for some reason, the drain line clogged, water instead of going down, just overflows and eventually, you will see water under the crisper or even on the floor.

This is a number one cause of leaking Samsung Fridge

Other causes we will describe further in the article.

The best way to narrow down the cause of a leak is to take note of where you see the water.

In a Samsung refrigerator, you may notice water on the kitchen floor, from the water dispenser, under the crisper drawer, or even from the water filter itself.

Let’s take a deep dive into each of those possibilities to see what might be causing the leak.

Samsung Refrigerator Leaking Water On Floor

There is nothing more frustrating than having a kitchen floor that’s flooded because of a leaking fridge. If the water is flowing from the fridge onto your floor, here are a few possible reasons:

• The water inlet valve is leaking.
• The defrost drain is clogged.
• The drain pan is overflowing (less likely).

Let’s look at each cause a little closer.

The Water Inlet Valve Is Leaking

Suppose you’ve purchased a Samsung fridge model that has an ice maker or a water dispenser, that means that there is some plumbing involved with the fridge.

Typically, that means there’s a water inlet somewhere in the back of the refrigerator with piping that supplies water directly to it.

If that water inlet is faulty in any way, water will leak out directly onto your kitchen floor. Left unattended, you could wake up one morning to discover your kitchen floor practically flooded because of it!

Firstly, you’ll need to make sure that the piping is secured tightly to the water inlet. If it’s loose, it could cause water to leak out onto your floor.

Besides that, the problem could be with the water inlet itself. That would require you to replace the water inlet unit entirely.

The Defrost Drain Is Clogged

As mentioned earlier, modern fridges defrost themselves from time to time. That process creates a lot of moisture, which is why there’s a defrost drain built inside the fridge to carry that water away.

Unfortunately, the defrost drain can get clogged either with small debris or with ice if the drain itself ends up getting frozen.

Cleaning the defrost drain is reasonably easy if you know how to find it. All you’d need to do is flush some hot water through the drain to melt the ice and wash away any debris.

To find the defrost drain, you could first try referring to the user manual to find its location. But if you’re unsure, it’s always best to call a professional for help.

The Drain Pan Is Overflowing

At the bottom of each Samsung fridge is a drain pan. Sometimes called a ‘drip pan’, its job is to catch any water inside so that none of it flows out onto your kitchen floor. Sometimes, though, the flow of water inside is too much for the drip pan to cope with, leading to water on your floor.

Here, you can start by emptying the drip pan manually. But that’s only treating the symptom and not the cause. The cause is typically a clogged defrost drain as discussed above.

Samsung Refrigerator Leaking From The Water Dispenser

Samsung fridges with water dispensers sometimes leak from around the dispenser itself. There are two possible reasons for this, both of which involve air:

• There’s air trapped inside the water dispensing system.
• The water filter was not installed correctly.

There’s Air Trapped Inside The Water Dispensing System

Air can be problematic for a water dispensing system. If you notice water leaking from your Samsung fridge’s water dispenser, there’s a strong possibility that air has become trapped somewhere along the way.

This kind of problem is typical for newly-installed Samsung fridges. Thankfully, all you need to do is flush out the entire system to get the air bubbles out as well.

Usually, dispensing a few litres of water will get the job done. As you let the water flow continuously, any trapped air in the system will also find its way out. Without any trapped air, the leaking should also stop.

Don’t worry about wasting the water; you could always catch it in a bucket or bottle it up for later use.

The Water Filter Was Not Installed Correctly

If your refrigerator has a water inlet for its dispenser or ice maker, that means it’ll also have a water filter as well. To find it, please refer to your user manual or have a close look around the refrigerator unit to find it.

At some point, you’ll need to replace the water filter. If you do that wrong, however, you may end up letting air into the water supply of the fridge.

As we’ve seen in the previous point, any trapped air can lead to leaks from the water dispenser.

Firstly, double-check the water filter to make sure it fits correctly. Be sure to check the instructions on the manual or on the filter itself to ensure you’re following the correct steps.

Then, repeat the previous tip: dispense a few litres of water until you’re confident that the air has cleared out of the system.

Samsung Refrigerator Leaking Water Under Crisper Drawers

Your crisper drawer typically has a different level of humidity compared to the rest of the fridge.

That’s why it helps keep your fruits and vegetables fresh. Unfortunately, you might also find water leaking under these drawers as well.

If you notice water leaking under the crisper drawers, it’s probably because of the previous issue we looked at earlier: a clogged defrost drain.

You see, a clogged drain will cause water to drip down inside the fridge’s compartments, including the crisper drawer.

Unfortunately, because of the way Samsung has designed their fridges, internal leaks can cause water to accumulate under the crisper drawer in particular.

Just like before, this is only a symptom. You can clear the water from the crisper, but you’ll still need to address the root cause, which in all probability is a clogged drain.

Samsung Refrigerator Leaking Water From Filter

Earlier, we saw how an improperly installed filter could cause leaks at the water dispenser.

However, leaks can also happen at the water filter itself. Here are a few possible causes:

• The water filter is not installed correctly.
• Cracks in the filter head.
• Cracks or damage in the filter housing.
• Using an off-brand water filter.

The Water Filter Is Not Installed Correctly

If you were to instal the water filter in your Samsung refrigerator incorrectly, air might seep into the system (as we saw earlier). At the same time, water can also seep out from the water dispenser system.

That’s why you must instal the water filter correctly, according to instructions provided by the manufacturer. If not, you could cause water to leak out from the filter.

Cracks In The Filter Head

Sometimes, the filter unit itself is the cause of the leak. You may unknowingly purchase a filter that’s defective or cracked, especially around the filter head.

A cracked filter head can cause water to seep out slowly at first. Since the water filter is usually out of sight and hidden away in the filter housing, you may not notice the leak until it becomes much more extensive.

If you suspect that your Samsung refrigerator may leak, be sure to check the water filter as you troubleshoot the issue.

Cracks Or Damage In The Filter Housing

Last but not least, there may be a crack or other kinds of damage to the filter housing. After all, the water filter is only as secure as the housing that keeps it in place.

If this is the case, you may need to have a professional replace the fridge’s filter housing. Sadly, this isn’t the kind of problem that you can solve with a simple patch or DIY repair.

To investigate this issue, you’ll first need to locate the filter housing. If you can’t locate it yourself, be sure to check the User Manual which will tell you where to find it.

If you’ve misplaced your User Manual, don’t worry. Manufacturers like Samsung typically upload copies of their appliance user manuals online for you to download it.

All you have to do is perform a quick online search using the appliance’s model number as a reference.

Using An Off-brand Water Filter

These days, you can find third-party manufacturers who offer replacement water filters online.

Typically, these filters are sold at lower prices while promising that they’re compatible with your Samsung fridge model.

Unfortunately, using off-brand water filters can also lead to leaks. Despite their claims, it’s always best to buy original replacement parts directly from Samsung.

Doing this ensures that you’re buying a filter that’s tailor-made for your Samsung refrigerator model that’ll fit correctly and get the job done.

Yes, original parts cost a bit extra compared to other brands. But that excess is worth it when you consider that the manufacturer designed that component to fit your fridge model perfectly, giving you loads of peace of mind along with it.

LG refrigerators have a long list of error codes, each one relating to a specific problem. If you’re trying to understand what the CL E or E CL error code means, you’ll want to read this guide closely.

The CL E or E CL error code on an LG refrigerator is triggered by a refrigerant leak on the low-pressure side. That’s most likely caused by a leak in the sealed system tubing, a clog restricting refrigerant flow, or a faulty compressor. Your fridge’s sealed system can only be repaired by a certified technician, so do not attempt to fix it yourself.

Keep reading to understand what causes this problem and what repairs are necessary to resolve it.

This error code will appear on your fridge’s display as either E CL or CL E. In both cases, the code means a refrigerant leak in your fridge’s sealed cooling system.

Seeing as how the code points to the low side of the system, that means the leak is most likely coming from the fridge’s evaporator. Still, the code can also be triggered when the refrigerant flow is restricted or a problem with the compressor.

Low Side Vs High Side; What’s The Difference?

Your LG refrigerator cools its compartments using a sealed cooling system. The system works by circulating refrigerant through tubes and components like the compressor, condenser, and evaporator.

Overall, the system has two sides: a low side and a high side. The refrigerant that circulates throughout the system is at low pressure when passing through the low side and becomes highly pressurized when flowing through the high side.

The CL E or E CL error code is specific to the low side of the cooling system. That means you can trace the problem down to the tubing on the low side, the evaporator or the compressor.

The most likely reasons behind this error code is a refrigerant leak, restricted refrigerant flow, or a faulty compressor. This section will help you understand each cause and how it can be fixed.

Leaking Refrigerant

What it is: The cooling system described above is designed to absorb and remove heat from the fridge’s compartments and transfer it outside of the fridge. All of that is possible as long as there’s enough refrigerant circulating throughout the system at the correct pressure.

How it happens: When the CL E or E CL error code is triggered, it’s most likely because a hole has developed somewhere along with the tubing in the low-pressure side of the cooling system. Holes like this happen because the tube has rubbed against a rough surface too much or because of corrosion on the tube.

The cooling system can only work correctly if it stays sealed. So, when refrigerant leaks out, the fridge won’t cool down, and the CL E or E CL error code will be triggered.

How to fix it: Only qualified and certified technicians can work on sealed refrigeration systems like the one on your LG fridge. So, you can’t repair it yourself.

The certified technician will fix this problem by locating the leak and sealing it or replacing the tubing as needed. Then, they will recharge the system with the correct amount of new refrigerant, not too much or too little refrigerant, as both will prevent the fridge from working correctly.

Read: LG Refrigerator Error Code CL – Troubleshooting Guide

Restricted Refrigerant Flow

What it is: As you’ve seen in the section above, your fridge’s refrigerant flows through the tubing and several components on the sealed system. Besides that, the refrigerant also flows through filters and valves that keep the overall system working correctly.

LG refrigerators have a long list of error codes, each one relating to a specific problem. If you’re trying to understand what the CL E or E CL error code means, you’ll want to read this guide closely.

The CL E or E CL error code on an LG refrigerator is triggered by a refrigerant leak on the low-pressure side. That’s most likely caused by a leak in the sealed system tubing, a clog restricting refrigerant flow, or a faulty compressor. Your fridge’s sealed system can only be repaired by a certified technician, so do not attempt to fix it yourself.

Keep reading to understand what causes this problem and what repairs are necessary to resolve it.

This error code will appear on your fridge’s display as either E CL or CL E. In both cases, the code means a refrigerant leak in your fridge’s sealed cooling system.

Seeing as how the code points to the low side of the system, that means the leak is most likely coming from the fridge’s evaporator. Still, the code can also be triggered when the refrigerant flow is restricted or a problem with the compressor.

Low Side Vs High Side; What’s The Difference?

Your LG refrigerator cools its compartments using a sealed cooling system. The system works by circulating refrigerant through tubes and components like the compressor, condenser, and evaporator.

Overall, the system has two sides: a low side and a high side. The refrigerant that circulates throughout the system is at low pressure when passing through the low side and becomes highly pressurized when flowing through the high side.

The CL E or E CL error code is specific to the low side of the cooling system. That means you can trace the problem down to the tubing on the low side, the evaporator or the compressor.

The most likely reasons behind this error code is a refrigerant leak, restricted refrigerant flow, or a faulty compressor. This section will help you understand each cause and how it can be fixed.

Leaking Refrigerant

What it is: The cooling system described above is designed to absorb and remove heat from the fridge’s compartments and transfer it outside of the fridge. All of that is possible as long as there’s enough refrigerant circulating throughout the system at the correct pressure.

How it happens: When the CL E or E CL error code is triggered, it’s most likely because a hole has developed somewhere along with the tubing in the low-pressure side of the cooling system. Holes like this happen because the tube has rubbed against a rough surface too much or because of corrosion on the tube.

The cooling system can only work correctly if it stays sealed. So, when refrigerant leaks out, the fridge won’t cool down, and the CL E or E CL error code will be triggered.

How to fix it: Only qualified and certified technicians can work on sealed refrigeration systems like the one on your LG fridge. So, you can’t repair it yourself.

The certified technician will fix this problem by locating the leak and sealing it or replacing the tubing as needed. Then, they will recharge the system with the correct amount of new refrigerant, not too much or too little refrigerant, as both will prevent the fridge from working correctly.

Read: LG Refrigerator Error Code CL – Troubleshooting Guide

Restricted Refrigerant Flow

What it is: As you’ve seen in the section above, your fridge’s refrigerant flows through the tubing and several components on the sealed system. Besides that, the refrigerant also flows through filters and valves that keep the overall system working correctly.

The control panel is the most critical part of any refrigerator, including Maytag models. The panel’s display shows you the current condition of the fridge, and the controls allow you to set it in whatever way you see fit. So, what do you do when this critical component stops working?

A Maytag fridge control panel might stop working if it suffers from a glitch or a power supply disruption. It’ll also happen if the appliance is in showroom or demo mode, which keeps the lights on but disables all other features. In addition, you might have to repair or replace parts if the dispenser control board or main control board fails.

Dealing with a control panel that doesn’t work can be challenging, but this guide is here to help. You’ll learn which items to troubleshoot and fix to get your Maytag fridge working again.

The control panel on your Maytag refrigerator can stop working for a handful of different reasons. But before you get worried, you must understand that not all of those reasons are bad or signify a problem.

This section will help you understand the problematic and non-problematic reasons why you can’t get the control panel to work.

Control Panel Has A Glitch

What likely happened: Maytag fridges use some pretty high-tech electronic parts, including those inside their control panels. Unfortunately, like any other electronic device, the control panel can experience a short-term error commonly referred to as a glitch or bug.

A glitch does not mean that the control panel is spoiled. Instead, the panel is stuck or not responding and needs to be restarted.

How to resolve it: In most cases, you can clear a control panel glitch by resetting your Maytag refrigerator. That will give the appliance a chance to clear its memory and reboot from the start. That will clear the glitch and get things running correctly again.

Unplug your Maytag fridge from the wall socket for 5-10 minutes to restart it. Keep the fridge door closed to retain as much cold air as possible.

Once that time passes, you can plug the fridge back in. Give it time to reboot, and then continue using the control panel as you normally would.

Read: Why Maytag Fridge Too Cold?

Power Supply Disruptions

What likely happened: A disruption in your household power supply can also cause the control panel to stop working temporarily. You’ll know that this is the case when you repeatedly see the phrase “PO” (meaning ‘Power Outage’) flashing on the screen. The Power Outage icon may also appear at the same time.

Unfortunately, that Power Outage warning will prevent the control panel from working. The water dispenser’s functions will remain disabled as well.

How to resolve it: A power supply disruption is another example of something that’ll stop your control panel from working, even though it’s not a problem. The control panel will only stay that way until you confirm that you’ve read the warning and clear the notification.

Once you do that, the control panel and the dispenser controls will normally work again.

Read: How To Put Maytag Fridge In Defrost Mode?

Showroom Or Demo Mode

What this feature does: Some Maytag fridge models also come with a built-in showroom or demo mode. Normally, these modes are activated on display units at the store.

However, the mode is also helpful if you want to turn the fridge’s functions off but keep the inside lighting on. That can be pretty useful if you’re performing tests or repairs on the refrigerator.

While your fridge is in showroom or demo mode, the control panel will not respond to any input. 

What likely happened: In this case, the showroom or demo mode was most likely activated without your knowledge. As a result, the control panel won’t respond when you try to use it.

You’ll know this is the case when you see the word ‘Showroom’ appearing on the display on some models.

How to resolve it: You can get the control panel to work normally again by disabling the showroom or demo mode. However, the precise steps will differ between Maytag fridge models.

So, you must refer to the user manual to find out which steps apply to your particular fridge model.

The control panel is the most critical part of any refrigerator, including Maytag models. The panel’s display shows you the current condition of the fridge, and the controls allow you to set it in whatever way you see fit. So, what do you do when this critical component stops working?

A Maytag fridge control panel might stop working if it suffers from a glitch or a power supply disruption. It’ll also happen if the appliance is in showroom or demo mode, which keeps the lights on but disables all other features. In addition, you might have to repair or replace parts if the dispenser control board or main control board fails.

Dealing with a control panel that doesn’t work can be challenging, but this guide is here to help. You’ll learn which items to troubleshoot and fix to get your Maytag fridge working again.

The control panel on your Maytag refrigerator can stop working for a handful of different reasons. But before you get worried, you must understand that not all of those reasons are bad or signify a problem.

This section will help you understand the problematic and non-problematic reasons why you can’t get the control panel to work.

Control Panel Has A Glitch

What likely happened: Maytag fridges use some pretty high-tech electronic parts, including those inside their control panels. Unfortunately, like any other electronic device, the control panel can experience a short-term error commonly referred to as a glitch or bug.

A glitch does not mean that the control panel is spoiled. Instead, the panel is stuck or not responding and needs to be restarted.

How to resolve it: In most cases, you can clear a control panel glitch by resetting your Maytag refrigerator. That will give the appliance a chance to clear its memory and reboot from the start. That will clear the glitch and get things running correctly again.

Unplug your Maytag fridge from the wall socket for 5-10 minutes to restart it. Keep the fridge door closed to retain as much cold air as possible.

Once that time passes, you can plug the fridge back in. Give it time to reboot, and then continue using the control panel as you normally would.

Read: Why Maytag Fridge Too Cold?

Power Supply Disruptions

What likely happened: A disruption in your household power supply can also cause the control panel to stop working temporarily. You’ll know that this is the case when you repeatedly see the phrase “PO” (meaning ‘Power Outage’) flashing on the screen. The Power Outage icon may also appear at the same time.

Unfortunately, that Power Outage warning will prevent the control panel from working. The water dispenser’s functions will remain disabled as well.

How to resolve it: A power supply disruption is another example of something that’ll stop your control panel from working, even though it’s not a problem. The control panel will only stay that way until you confirm that you’ve read the warning and clear the notification.

Once you do that, the control panel and the dispenser controls will normally work again.

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Showroom Or Demo Mode

What this feature does: Some Maytag fridge models also come with a built-in showroom or demo mode. Normally, these modes are activated on display units at the store.

However, the mode is also helpful if you want to turn the fridge’s functions off but keep the inside lighting on. That can be pretty useful if you’re performing tests or repairs on the refrigerator.

While your fridge is in showroom or demo mode, the control panel will not respond to any input. 

What likely happened: In this case, the showroom or demo mode was most likely activated without your knowledge. As a result, the control panel won’t respond when you try to use it.

You’ll know this is the case when you see the word ‘Showroom’ appearing on the display on some models.

How to resolve it: You can get the control panel to work normally again by disabling the showroom or demo mode. However, the precise steps will differ between Maytag fridge models.

So, you must refer to the user manual to find out which steps apply to your particular fridge model.