Excess water in fridge, dripping into freezer

[gertrude]

Hello,

My fridge/freezer (FF) is retaining excess water in the fridge. After a google search I have figured that the hole for it must be blocked somewhere (never took much notice of that hole tbh). I've tried putting a pipe cleaner down the front of it and while a small amount of gunk has come up, not a lot. It still seems to be blocked.

I've pulled out the FF to have a look at the other end of the pipe (easy enough) and it was bone dry. Putting pipe cleaner up it found nothing, so I assume blockage must be higher up.

The problem is, the FF has a metal thing at the back of it. Not sure what it is for, put it seems to have a pipe or cable running through it (Through the aches ect).

My question is, can I safely take this off myself to inspect the pipe? Anyone have any ideas? Here are a few pictures, including my top freeze draw. For the record, my FF is set to '2', out of 1-5. The FF itself is a candy futura (not actually mine, came with the flat so owned by the landlord).

Thank you.

 

[Dotty]

Report it to your landlord.

If you damage it you'll have to replace it and, knowing what most landlords are like, for a more expensive model.

 

[oz-plumber]

The 'metal thing' at the back of the fridge is part of the refrigeration system.
If you damage it - it will release refrigerant gas and render the fridge useless.
You will be up for a new fridge.

The problems you are having are caused by either:
- excessive opening of the door
- faulty thermostat
- faulty compressor
- loss of refrigerant gas
- power supply not supplying correct voltage to appliance.

Either way - expensive repairs - cheaper to buy new fridge

 

[Chalked]

Try completely defrosting your fridge. Then have a look to see if the door seal is fitting correctly. Looks like your getting a lot of fresh air in there.

 

[Unregistered]

Thank you. I didn't realise it could be a bigger problem. I shall contact the landlord. Thank you.