Your refrigerator is probably the hardest working appliance in your home. Constantly monitoring and maintaining the set temperature means that your fridge never sleeps and various parts will experience significant wear eventually. Thorough and regular maintenance, however, will ensure that you don’t need a fridge repair. This is a real bonus in terms of convenience and your budget! Here are six of the best fridge maintenance tips.
There are seals around the doors of your fridge and freezer. A damaged seal will allow cold air to escape and make the motor work harder. This will put excessive strain on the motor, and you can be sure that a fridge repair will be on the cards in no time. Check the seals for cracks and other signs of damage. Order new seals as needed and make sure that they are properly fitted. In any case, remember to always keep these seals clean and free of debris.
The condenser coils gather dust over time, and this can cause the fridge to function less efficiently. At least twice a year you should move your fridge to gain access to the back and clean the coils. Unplug your fridge first and then use the brush extension on your vacuum cleaner to loosen the dirt while you vacuum it all up. While you’re at it, check the drain hole and drip pan. Condensation can build up in your fridge for a number of reasons. The drain hole is designed to give condensation a way out. If it becomes clogged, it won’t function properly. Clean this drain as per the owner’s manual and scrub the drain pan too.
One of the most important things you can do in your fridge maintenance routine is to make sure the water filters are replaced. If you have a water dispenser or ice maker, it’s important to make sure that you change the filter every six months or at least as often as recommended by the refrigerator manufacturer. If you do not replace a dirty filter, it will not do its job, and the water you drink is often dirtier than it is when it comes out of the tap!
Use a spirit level to check the level of your fridge. If your fridge is leaning in a certain direction, it can result in the doors not closing properly, and this will mean energy loss, a harder working motor, and you may need to call for a fridge repair professional! You need only adjust the feet on the fridge in order to level it out for optimal performance.
Some refrigerators have more precise temperature settings while others have preset settings that should be detailed in the owner’s manual. The ideal temperature is 37° F (2.7° C). Any colder and your food could freeze, and if you let your fridge get too warm, your food will spoil. Make sure you regularly check the temperature in your fridge maintenance routine.
This might come as a surprise, but your fridge needs something called thermal mass. You should not overload your fridge in such a way that it restricts air movement. However, you should keep it stocked with bottled soda or water at least.
Remember, it’s always important to be prepared for anything. If you need an urgent fridge repair service, keep the doors shut and call Express Appliance Repair at (647) 492-7773 right away. This will ensure that your fridge does not get too warm too quickly and our same day service will have your fridge running again in no time!
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