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How to Maintain a Frost Free Fridge and Freezer Defrosting isn't necessary with a frost-free fridge freezer. This can save you time, effort and electricity when compared to a traditional refrigerator/freezer. If ice crystals appear on the packaging food, it could be damaged. These crystals could cause freezer burn or alter the texture of food. Defrost The process of defrosting your freezer isn't glamorous nor fun however it is an essential aspect of maintaining your fridge and freezer. Each when you open the freezer's door warm air infiltrates, causing condensation and freezing on the interior surfaces. This causes a disruption to the freezer's temperature control, causing it to work harder and use more energy. It can also affect the flavor and quality of food, and can cause freezer burn. Defrosting a freezer on your own is the best choice, but it can take several hours. If you need to speed up the process using a handheld steam cleaner or hairdryer can be used. Make frost free fridge freezer small to disconnect and shut off the freezer prior to beginning. Take out all frozen food items and clean up any spilled water. Before you begin making your preparations, ensure you have a towel or plastic liner handy to catch any water that might spill during the process of defrosting. It's also an excellent idea to empty your freezer completely so that you can organize any remaining food and weed out old or expired items. After the defrosting process is completed, you must thoroughly clean and dry your freezer prior to turning it on. To accelerate the natural process of defrosting, open and close the freezer door several times to let the temperature to rise. Remove all shelves and drawers to make it easier to reach the ice. You can also lay highly absorbent towels or old newspapers on the floor to soak up any puddles that may form from melting ice. While the ice is melting, be sure to keep an ice-cold spoon or plastic spatula in your kitchen to break off any thick chunks that have accumulated on the walls inside. Avoid using sharp objects like forks, knives or Ice picks when trying to break through the ice. This can cause damage and leaks into the freezer. Make sure to wash and clean the shelves and drawers that are removable after the ice has been removed. After everything is clean, plug into the freezer and let it run for a night until it returns to its normal temperature of freezing. Clean Regular cleaning is the best method to prevent spores and food odors from building up. Discard any produce that is damaged or over its best. Give a thorough clean-up of all drawers and shelves, wiping them down with soapy water (I use Seventh Generation natural dish liquid with a damp cloth) and drying them. I also wipe down the freezer with a clean cloth that is dipped in a solution of baking soda and vinegar or water. Stubborn stains may require scrubbing with a nonscratch scrub brush. I like to clean the coils at the back of my fridge as well using a nozzle attachment. This removes all the dirt, pet hair, and dust that lingers in hard-to-reach areas. You will not have to defrost your frost-free refrigerator as often as you would with other models. Frost-free refrigerators have an automatic cooling mechanism that cools the food by circulating cold air through the refrigerator, eliminating the necessity of manually defrosting the appliance. However, it is essential to clean your refrigerator at least every week, throwing out any food that is past its expiration date and cleaning out all the old jars, bottles and packets of soy sauce. To make the task of defrosting your freezer easier take all food items from the freezer and place it in a different freezer, a cooler with Ice packs or an enclosed box with blankets. During this process, be sure to cover the floor of your freezer by putting an old towel placed on the bottom. When the freezer is defrosted, you are able to remove any remaining ice using a plastic scraper. If your fridge has an automatic defrost function, you'll see an indicator light that will inform you when it's time to defrost. To ensure that you do not lose any frozen foods during the defrost cycle, you can empty the freezer and place it on a counter. Then, you can restock the freezer with frozen foods that have a long shelf life. You can then use the old towel that is on the bottom of the freezer to collect any water that drips as it melts. Maintaining If frost covers the evaporator, it will freeze. This will cause the refrigerator to work harder and use more power. Regular maintenance is crucial. This can be avoided by disconnecting the fridge and cleaning the evaporator. When the defrost system is working correctly, a layer of frost will form on the evaporator in an evenly pattern. If there is a build-up of ice on the evaporator that is not due to an issue with defrost, it may be an indication of a malfunctioning timer or defrost termination thermostat. In some older models, a supply and return air duct to and from the freezer can be blocked by dirt, pet hair or food leftovers. This makes the compressor work harder, and it creates excess heat. The heat then move into the refrigerator cabinet, causing temperatures to rise there. This issue can be cured by ensuring the freezer door gasket isn't damaged and is tightly sealed. The frequent openings of the freezer may also allow moist air from the room to enter the appliance. This creates a situation where ice and frost can form more easily. Keeping the freezer tightly closed may help, but it's not the solution to removing all problems related to frost and ice. Clean regularly the evaporator drainage tube to ensure that it isn't clogged with food residues or ice. A hand-held vacuum hose or special refrigerator coil cleaner (typically with brushes that slide into difficult-to-access places) is a great method to accomplish this. Clean the freezer space of any obstructions that could hinder air flow or block the condenser fan. Clean the walls and shelves of the freezer with a mixture of hot water and dish soap or baking soda to get rid of any food remnants and avoid odours. Vents for air between refrigerator and freezer compartments must not be blocked since this could result in inadequate circulation of air, which could increase humidity in the appliance. Repair There are a myriad of reasons your frost-free fridge freezer might not be operating properly. Most of these issues can be fixed easily however some require expert assistance. The problem is usually caused by something that blocks air from moving into and from the freezer section. This could be due to the over-packaging of food items or clogged ventilation gaps, and opening the door for too long. Unplug your fridge before performing any repairs or maintenance. This will reduce the risk of electric shock and allows any frozen frost to melt naturally. If the refrigerator still isn't cooling it could be due to an issue with the defrost. In this type of refrigerator and freezer, a heater constantly turned on to melt any frozen frost that has accumulated on the coils of the evaporator. The melted frost flows through a drain tube to a pan in the back of the freezer and eventually evaporates into the ambient air. The timer for defrost may be defective and should be replaced. It's also possible that a damaged seal is preventing cold air from getting into the freezer area of your refrigerator. This can be fixed by cleaning the seal using warm water and a little of soap. Check to see if there are any items blocking the freezer vents or resting against the back wall of the refrigerator. You can also try replacing the freezer gasket in case it is damaged or worn out. Many major appliance manufacturers offer replacement parts, which includes freezer gaskets. It is crucial to remember that only a certified professional should replace the gasket in a freezer. You may also be experiencing a problem in the evaporator which circulates air through the freezer section of your refrigerator. In this case you'll probably hear a click sound when the fan starts to turn on. This is because the ice on the evaporator coils has become too thick and is rubbing on the fan blades. This is an issue that requires to be diagnosed by a qualified technician.