Author:
Janice Evans
Date Of Creation:
25 July 2021
Update Date:
21 June 2024
Content
1 Unplug the refrigerator. Turning off the refrigerator will avoid using a significant amount of energy during the defrosting process. Stacking all of the cold food in one place should keep it frozen until you get the job done.- You can also place a stand under the front leg of the refrigerator to help the water run to the drain.
- Wait for the ice to melt. Just allow time for the ice to melt naturally. The process can be slow, especially if you live in a colder climate, but this is the safest option.
- Use a hair dryer. Using a hair dryer to defrost your refrigerator is practically safe if you follow some basic precautions. Move away from the puddle of water and keep the hair dryer and its cord away from water and ice. Also, do not put the tip of the hair dryer too close to the coils or refrigerator walls, as hot air can damage them. Concentrate on one small area at a time.
- Use a fan. Using a conventional fan will help direct the warm air into the refrigerator, but this method only works if your home is relatively warm.
- Place bowls or pans of hot water on the shelves of the refrigerator. A common way to speed up the process is to place bowls or pots of boiling water on the refrigerator shelf or shelves and close the door. The steam should loosen the ice, allowing you to remove it after 20 minutes (if you defrost regularly). However, this method can damage the shelves. For maximum insurance against damage, place a thick towel under a bowl of boiling water.
- Use a hot spatula. Take a metal spatula and heat it over a fire.You may need to wear an oven mitt. Then, simply press the ice with a spatula to break it off.
- Using a hot cloth. You can use a rag dipped in hot water to melt some of the ice. Focus on the small pieces at the edges, grabbing the pieces of ice with a rag to remove them.
- Apply oil to the rubber seal on the refrigerator and freezer door to keep all grooves lubricated. This will prevent the rubber seal from drying out over time and provide a strong seal when the door is closed. Immediately after lubrication, drips will appear in the places where the doors are in contact with the refrigerator body, but after wiping them just a few times, you will see that the oil will be absorbed into the rubber seals and the problem with drips will disappear. Use a thicker oil, such as olive oil, to reduce drips.
Tips
- Place a desk fan on a chair or other suitable support and set it to maximum power so that it blows directly into the refrigerator. In this way, you can completely defrost the refrigerator in 45 minutes. No boiling water or risk of electric shock from a hair dryer. The warm air from the fan displaces the cold air, which makes this process more efficient than if you were hoping for only convection.
- Most new refrigerators do not need defrosting at all, or light defrosting is necessary as they are equipped with a defrosting mechanism. If you have an older model that needs defrosting, do it regularly to keep the refrigerator performing well.
- A wet / dry industrial vacuum cleaner is ideal for quick removal of water and ice.
- If you defrost the refrigerator in the winter, when it is cold outside, then you can simply pull the boxes out of the refrigerator and cover them with something to keep them clean and not be touched by animals.
- To prevent the rapid formation of ice after cleaning, soak a paper towel in some vegetable oil and apply a thin layer of it to the entire inner surface of the refrigerator. This will slow down or even stop the formation of ice in your refrigerator.
- For a fresh and pleasant scent, add a drop of vanilla extract (essence) to a solution of water and baking soda.
- Another great cleanser is a mixture of baking soda and water. Baking soda cleans the refrigerator and creates a pleasant scent.
Warnings
- Be careful when using a hair dryer: do not let water get on the hair dryer or electrical cord.
- Be careful not to get an electric shock.
What do you need
- Latex gloves
- Old newspapers
- Hot water
- Textile
- Household sponge
- Metal scourer for cleaning kitchen utensils
- Detergent
- Bucket or sink
- Water
- Paper towels
- Cooler bag