Fridge Condensation From Evap Lines

[rvhippo]

I have a new trailer with a Norcold N611RT fridge. I'm having problems with leaking water from the rear of the unit. I can see the drain tube exit and there is no leak from the drain tube assembly. I believe the leak is condensate water from where the evaporative cooling line exits the urethane insulation.

Unfortunately, I can't see that far up the backside of the fridge without removing the fridge. Other than the leak, which is a slow trickle that gets worse when the fridge defrosts, the fridge performs well. Think a big part of the problem is that I'm in Florida and it's really, really humid here. This probably wouldn't be a problem in either a colder or dryer climate.

Are there any solutions to this? Am I going to have to pull the fridge and insulate the exposed line? I'm thinking about duct taping a drip pan as a temporary measure to keep the wood in the cabinet from getting soaked.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions. Typing on a tablet please excuse the bad spelling and grammar.

[dougrainer]

Your problem is NOT normal and does NOT happen on a refer that all drains are to spec. If under warranty, get it to a Norcold Service center. The problem is the drain cup and drain line connected to that drain cup under the evaporator. Yes, the unit will have to be pulled to inspect and find the cause of the leak. The odds are, the drain hole/line is pinched closed and the normal drain water is flowing out the rear. Doug

[lawrosa]

From what I know in the hot climates you need a fan installed at the roof vent. This should fix your issue.....

http://www.modmyrv.com/2008/07/18/rv-refrigerator-cooling-fan