Instructions to clean the refrigerator properly, no smell

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If there is recalled food in the refrigerator, it is important to dispose of and clean the refrigerator. Because germs in food can spread to other drawers or shelves. Although this is not a pleasant task, knowing how to do it will save you a lot of time.

1. Clean the refrigerator properly

1.1. Remove all food from the refrigerator Remove leftovers and spoilage from the refrigerator, then place them on a table or counter to allow the refrigerator to completely empty. The best time may be when your fridge is low, such as before your weekly shopping trip. While most food will be fine to leave out for a short time, make sure it's not left out for longer than an hour. Because food can reach the "danger zone" in a relatively short period of time.
If you clean the refrigerator in cold weather, you can leave the items outside while the sorting is idle.
1.2. Throw away any aged, moldy, inedible food If possible, seal the bag securely to prevent leakage or the distribution of mold. Annual or quarterly refrigerator cleaning often alerts us to things we've completely forgotten about.
Check the use date to avoid expiration. These are indicators that a certain item should be cleaned. Throw away things you can't use. Then you clean the cabinets to make sure that the food doesn't stink in the house.
1.3. Remove any shelves, drawers, or other removable surface areas from the refrigerator To get the job done faster, you'll probably want to remove the rack and the like and place it near the sink. in the kitchen, where it will be much easier to clean. For quick cleaning, you don't have to take out all the racks. But doing so ensures a deeper clean.
Shelves often appear in a similar fashion to oven racks, or office drawers.

1.4. Wash shelves, drawers, and other surfaces by hand Most of what you take out of the refrigerator won't fit or shouldn't be in the dishwasher. Instead, foam up, get a nice brush or sponge to scrub, and start looking for things that can be removed from the fridge.
Glass shelves or trays, do not use hot water to clean. Sudden temperature changes can break the glass. Instead, use cold water or remove the stand and let it come to room temperature before washing.
For spills and/or heavy stains, don't be afraid to use the power of hot water and ammonia. Dilute some ammonia in hot water (1:5 ratio should be plenty) and soak the item(s) before scrubbing. Make sure to let the shelves and drawers dry completely on the drying rack before reinstalling the refrigerator.
1.5. Wipe the inside of the refrigerator with your favorite cleaning solution Attack any large or stubborn stains and brush all remaining surfaces with a clean cloth or sponge. You may not want to use strongly scented soaps or cleaners inside the refrigerator, as food can absorb odors. Instead, use one of these natural cleaning solutions:
2 tablespoons baking soda and 1 US quart (950 ml) hot water 1 part apple cider vinegar to 3 parts hot water. For really stubborn stains or buildup, try a little white toothpaste. It works as an abrasive cleaner and smells great when applied.

2. How to clean the outside of the refrigerator?

Wipe all exterior surfaces of the refrigerator, including the front, back, sides and top. Pull the refrigerator forward to reveal all sides. To avoid scratching the wooden floor or tearing the linoleum, use a glider when moving the refrigerator. Clean all exterior surfaces with a cloth and all-purpose cleaner if your model has coils mounted on the back of the unit.

3. Clean condenser coil and impeller

Your refrigerator's condenser coils and fans are responsible for releasing heat back into the surrounding air. If the coils are filled with dust, hair, and debris, the heat is not being dissipated properly causing the refrigerator's compressor to work harder to keep the refrigerator cool. Clean the refrigerator condenser coils every six months to keep the refrigerator in optimal condition.
3.1. Locating the coils For information on the location of the refrigerator's condenser coils, refer to the operation and care instructions. Depending on the model of the refrigerator, the condenser coils can be located in several places:
Along the back of the unit Placed under the appliance and accessed by the front or rear controls. In front of the device and accessed through the foot grill. It is important to unplug the refrigerator to avoid electric shock. If your equipment is pre-assembled or difficult to pull forward, turn off the power via the indoor breaker box.
3.2. Cleaning the coils and impellers Be extremely careful not to puncture the coils. After cleaning the coils with the coil brush, use the vacuum cleaner with the included brush to clean excess dirt on and around the coil. Do not use cleaning solution on the coil
Use a coil brush and a damp rag to remove dirt from the condenser impeller. The fan circulates through the coils, helping to release excess heat. If the impeller is obscured, it will be difficult for the coils to escape heat.

4. How to clean the refrigerator to get rid of the smell

4.1. Fresh lemons and orange or tangerine peels In lemons there are natural essential oils that will help eliminate odors and discomfort inside the refrigerator. You just need to cut the lemon into thin slices to put in the corners of the refrigerator. In addition, orange peels can be used. The natural essence found in orange and tangerine peels and a characteristic aroma will help deodorize musty and musty odors from fruits and vegetables placed in the cabinet for a long time. With just a simple operation of placing orange and tangerine peels in the corners of the refrigerator, unpleasant odors will be effectively eliminated.

4.2. Bread Bread in the refrigerator has a shelf life of 1 to 2 months. Cut the leftover bread into thin slices and place in the refrigerator. The effect of eliminating unpleasant odors in the refrigerator from bread will surprise you.
4.3. Charcoal or activated charcoal Charcoal or activated charcoal has a deodorizing effect, so housewives need to know this to use them in the refrigerator to be effective. In particular, when you deodorize with charcoal, fruits, vegetables, and foods stored in the refrigerator still retain their natural delicious taste.
4.4. Clean cotton towels You just need to wet the towel and fold it in half, put it in the top drawer of the refrigerator. With this method, we can keep the towel in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, then take it out, wash it with warm water and put it back inside the refrigerator.

5. How to properly store the refrigerator?

5.1. The refrigerator should not hold a lot of food When we put a lot of food in the refrigerator but the area of ​​the refrigerator does not contain enough, this will cause the refrigerator to work more, the capacity to produce more cold air is also more. Therefore, the cold air does not go enough through the nooks and crannies to bring about low efficiency because the food contains too much.
5.2. Not all foods should be kept in the refrigerator The refrigerator is a place to store food, but in fact, it cannot preserve all the foods in this world. Some foods such as rice, potatoes, garlic, coffee, fish sauce, chili sauce,... These items, when placed in the refrigerator, will quickly deteriorate, making the process of cleaning the refrigerator difficult. properly not to be neat.
5.3. Do not place the refrigerator in a place with too much heat Finding the right place to place the refrigerator is as important as remembering to clean the refrigerator. We should put the refrigerator in a well-ventilated place to avoid the refrigerator from absorbing heat. In addition, do not place the refrigerator in a place too close to the fire.
5.4. Grounding is essential When using a refrigerator, you should ask your refrigerator installer to give you a grounding wire. This will help both the process of using and cleaning the refrigerator take place safer, minimizing the occurrence of incidents that damage the refrigerator and related to electrical lines. Regular cleaning of the refrigerator is a good habit that every family should maintain, because this will help protect health and minimize the risk of diseases related to the use of contaminated food. cause.

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