Clearing debris from refrigerator drain hole?

Question

Hi,

I took the panel off my refrigerator to replace my defroster heater. While I was putting the screws into the panel, a s***w dropped into a narrow hole (I think it's the drain hole, right?). I don't know how to get it out. Is there a way to get the s***w out? I'm afraid it will block the flow of water and damage the refrigerator.

Thanks for your help.

Answer 1

Get yourself a Magnet

Answer 2

You might try a small magnet or go to an auto parts store.They carry a graphel looking parts pickerupper that may reach.

Answer 3

Get a mechanics magnet.The kind that is about 3 foot long and the shaft is about 1/4 round and the shaft is flexible and you should be able to weave the magnet down the hole and be able to retrive the s***w.

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Answer 4

sound like the drain hole. you gotta get it out or the water will collect inside.

Soo a hole has 2 sides. try coming up from the bottom with something