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There are two water lines coming out of the back of the fridge. One of them appears to be an over flow. There is another over flow line coming out of the door. The problem is that there is no water going to the ice maker or the door water dispenser. And, what I think is the over flow line pumps water into the drain pan when you try to get water out of the door. Is what I think is an over flow actually an over flow, or is it disconnected from something? It has no fitting on it, and I can't find an open fitting on the fridge.

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Good day,
What you refer to as an "overflow" line or lines, is actually the water line that runs from the water valve to the bottom of the freezer door.
It has failed.
In some cases it can be mended with the proper tubing and fittings, however....
I suggest you go to an appliance parts house with the complete make and model number of the machine.
They will be able to bring up an exploded view of that area, and supply you with the proper parts.
P.S. This can occur if the line in the freezer door has frozen.
You might consider unplugging the machine and leave the freezer door open to thaw out. 12 hours minimum.
I know, a real pain, but that's the cost of this particular problem.

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