A spill during emptying can create a slipping or electrical hazard and can be confused with an appliance leak. The timing helps distinguish those situations.
Understanding this situation
Clear water near the machine does not reveal its origin by appearance alone. Note whether it appeared while carrying the tank, during operation or while the appliance was idle.
A useful next step
Deal with the area safely and do not touch wet electrical equipment. Refit the container as instructed. If water continues to appear during use, stop and report the pattern rather than assuming every puddle was a harmless emptying spill.
Manuals and supporting guidance
Model-specific instructions take priority. These references support the practical principles discussed here; they do not diagnose your appliance.