How to defrost a No Frost refrigerator

Almost all modern refrigerators are equipped with the “No Frost” function. However, these words should not be taken literally. Refrigeration equipment also needs to be defrosted and cleaned periodically. Otherwise, breakdowns and unpleasant situations cannot be avoided. If you do not wash the device, bacteria will gradually develop in it, which contribute to the development of diseases.

Defrosting process No Frost

Temporary shutdown of the unit, cleaning and defrosting it must also be carried out to eliminate the unpleasant odor. Turning it off and on again refreshes the operation of the device, and it begins to work with the same efficiency.

Recommendations for defrosting

There are basic rules for defrosting. They are considered universal, regardless of the model of the unit.

• Before carrying out work, it is necessary to disconnect the equipment from the electrical network. This action is carried out to ensure safety and to “rest” the unit.
• Remove all products, shelves, containers from the chambers of the device. Cleaning and cleaning a loaded refrigerator will not allow you to do a quality job.
• Prepare a cleaning solution. To prepare the cleaning product you need to take: 2 or 3 tablespoons of soda and 500 ml of water. It is not advisable to use modern chemical mixtures for internal cleaning of equipment.Substances from modern cleaning products settle on food and cause poisoning or allergic reactions. Products acquire a nasty smell.
• It’s not just the shelves and walls of equipment that need to be washed. Ventilation panels or water drainage should be cleaned. It is recommended to clean them with a cotton swab.

Attention! Under no circumstances should you disassemble the internal components of the refrigerator! This entails breakdown and denial of warranty service.

• Using the same solution and the soft side of the sponge, wash shelves, walls, pockets, containers, drawers and rubber seals.
• Take clean water and rinse all chamber elements again.
• Wipe with a clean soft cloth, removing any remaining water from the washed surfaces.
• Leave the refrigerator to defrost for 24 hours. The defrosting period can be reduced to two hours. Time is determined by the manufacturer.
• Then close the doors and let the appliance run idle for about 60 minutes until the desired cooling and freezing temperature is reached inside.

Important! During operation and defrosting, the device doors must be open.

Defrost frequency

If older models of refrigerators that operated without automatic defrosting had to be turned off and defrosted regularly, modern models usually work without defrosting for years. This leads to the accumulation of dirt, and, consequently, to a deterioration in the performance of the refrigerator and an increase in energy costs. The recommended defrosting frequency for appliances with an automatic defrosting system should be at least once every six months or annually.

Reference! If dirt has accumulated in the refrigerator, food is not freezing well enough, or a large amount of water has been noticed on the back wall, you should carry out a thorough cleaning as soon as possible.

Defrosting Tips

Taking into account all the above recommendations, the equipment can work for a fairly long service life. However, before you start cleaning, you should find the instructions and familiarize yourself with the defrosting requirements. Additional conditions are:

• Heat. It is best to carry out cleaning in the cool season or winter. Then you won’t have to worry about the safety of the products and the performance of the device.
• Don't turn on the refrigerator right away. The interval between switching on must be at least 15 minutes.
• Frequent power outages negatively affect the operation of household appliances. In this case, you should defrost the refrigerator once every 4 months.
• Control of contamination inside the chambers. It is best to remove any dirt or stains that appear immediately rather than wait for them to dry.

Reference! No Frost refrigerators do not require a long time to defrost, so there is no need to speed up this process. The use of hair dryers, pots of hot water and other methods cause irreparable damage to the device, rendering it inoperable.

Conclusion

To avoid having to clean the refrigerator frequently, you should use it wisely. Do not place food that has not cooled down inside the appliance. Due to excess steam, excess water begins to form on the walls, which reduces the performance of the unit and increases energy costs.

You should also store all foods wrapped or in containers.Proper operation of the refrigerator will allow you to use it for many years without contacting the service department.

The defrosting process is suitable for all modern models and brands, such as: LG, Samsung, Indesit and other single-chamber and double-chamber ones.