Comment on Refrigerator leaking black liquid?
Death_Equity@lemmy.world 6 months ago
Unfortunately it is probably a bad seal in the refrigeration loop if it is oily. I would recommend keeping windows open and animals in a separate room just in case the refrigerant leaks. You can risk running it until repair is possible, but there is a small chance of fire if the compressor overheats and you may make the repair more expensive.
It will be a pain but you can throw ice in it to help keep the food good while you wait for repair.
SharkEatingBreakfast@sopuli.xyz 6 months ago
It seems to have more of an ink-like consistency more than it does oil.
Didn’t seem to stain, either. Comes up just fine with water + paper towel.
Death_Equity@lemmy.world 6 months ago
The oil used in refrigeration systems is like mineral oil, so it isn’t thick or stain like most engine oil.
SharkEatingBreakfast@sopuli.xyz 6 months ago
Oh dear…
Good to know, though. Thank you.
CoolMatt@lemmy.ca 6 months ago
It’s okay, the refrigerant in your fridge is low toxicity, and if it loses the 6 oz of charge in its system, no people or pets are at any kind of risk.