Preventive Maintenance for Home Refrigerators
One of the most used appliances and largest electricity generators at home is your refrigerator. Proper preventive maintenance would lead to reduced energy consumption and life extension of your refrigerator. Clean off your refrigerator’s condenser coils which are large and radiator-like coils located beneath or at the back of the unit that is responsible for removing heat from your refrigerator or freezer. When dirt and dust cling to the condenser coils, it is harder for your refrigerator to remove heat. Without regular cleaning, it can lead to costly repairs and major problems.
The gasket or rubber door seal outlines the refrigerator and freezer doors, and you need to clean and replace it as needed. Over time, your refrigerator’s gasket may wear that may lead to inadequate sealing, allowing warm air to enter your unit, and causes inefficient operation, so it is important to clean the gasket regularly and have it replaced when needed. It is common for refrigerator gaskets to loosen, weaken, and tear within just a few years, making harder for your refrigerator or freezer to remove warm heat. Defrost your freezer or refrigerator if the frost reach about half an inch, remove all food, turn off the thermostat or unplug the unit, and allow the frost to melt completely. There are also some models of refrigerator with self-defrosting mechanism, wherein the condenser coils heat up every six to eight hours to slightly melt any frost accumulation on the coils and water drains into a shallow pan at the bottom of the freezer or refrigerator. Clean and remove spills and crumbs from the walls and shelves of your refrigerator using a cloth dampened with warm water, and using an all-purpose cleaner can make your job easier, removing sticky spills and stains. Using airtight containers to seal in odors and to keep food fresher is also a good idea. Use specifically designed wipes and cleaning solution for stainless-steel refrigerators to remove dirt as well as fingerprint marks.
Refrigerators it unwanted odor, so deodorize it to remove odors and freshen your unit using commercially prepared deodorizers. Replacing of water dispenser or ice maker filter is done every six months. Are you aware the refrigerators and freezers work better when they are full? It is because frozen items help other items cold, thus maintaining the cooler temperature in your freezer. The ideal temperature for your refrigerator is 36 to 38 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately two degrees Celsius), and 0 to 5 degrees Fahrenheit (-18 degrees Celsius) for your freezer. If you need a professional to inspect and repair your refrigerator, you can contact us anytime through our homepage or website. AWG Repair services can help you in your refrigerator and other appliance repair needs!
