How to Defrost a Refrigerator
February 19, 2009 | In: Cleaning
These tips will come in handy if your refrigerator doesn’t defrost automatically. Why do we need to defrost? The freezer functions better and it takes less time to freeze when it is not packed with ice. Ergo, you will also save electricity. When do you know when it is time to defrost? The easiest sign to tell is when there is already 1/4 accumulation of ice crystal in the freezer.
Before you do the actual chore, it is better to check the manufacturer’s instructions or manual. It usually says there how long the refrigerator should be turned off for proper defrosting.
To begin, turn the refrigerator dial to “Defrost” or to “Off”.
Remove all the food from the freezer and from the tray under the freezer (chiller). Transfer them to a cooler with ice so they won’t spoil while you are waiting for the frost in the freezer to melt. Put a pan beneath the drip spout if your refrigerator has it. Leave the freezer door (and not the refrigerator door) open until the frost melts.
Never gouge stubborn ice with metal or any sharp object as these may damage the lining of the freezer.
Scrape away slush using a sponge.
Wipe food products dry before you put them back in. The less moisture you introduce into the newly cleaned freezer, the less quickly will it produce frost.
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