To keep the food as fresh as possible, cave people buried it in the ground. Several centuries ago, food was stored in barrels filled with ice. In 1803, the first prototype of the refrigerator appeared. And only now people can really appreciate the work of scientists and technologists who have created such a valuable technique.
Why you need to defrost the refrigerator
All modern refrigerators operate on the same principle. On all refrigerators are installed compressors, which drive through the pipes a special substance - refrigerant. Refrigerant is a gas, so refrigerators are equipped with condensers that convert gas into liquid. Extra heat is thrown out.
Over time, a snow-ice coat forms in the freezer, which prevents the device from operating normally. The compressor has to work at maximum power, but still it is not possible to provide the desired temperature. This leads to a violation of the normal mode of storage of products, increased consumption of electricity and may even result in the failure of the unit. Regular defrosting will prevent such unpleasant consequences.
Many modern refrigerators are equipped with the "No frost" system, such refrigerators are not needed for defrosting at all. But from time to time it still needs to be thoroughly washed inside. Regular cleaning of the refrigerator prevents the appearance of all known unpleasant odors.
Tips for defrosting the refrigerator
- First of all, you need to unscrew the temperature regulator to "0", then disconnect the refrigerator from the network. Then you need to get all the products from the refrigerator. In some refrigerators there is no tray for collecting melted water, in which case it is necessary to use a small basin.
- The main mistake of people during the defrosting of the refrigerator - attempts to speed up this process. To do this, they use a hair dryer, or a container with hot water. Doing this is prohibited, since the freezers overheat. It's enough just to leave the refrigerator open, and after a short period of time the ice itself will melt.
- As soon as the ice completely melts, you need to start a thorough washing of the refrigerator. Usually people perform this procedure very rarely, which is why many unpleasant odors accumulate in the refrigerator. You can wash using a dish cleaner. When cleaning, you can not use powders that can scratch the surface, and after them for a long time there remains a pungent smell. It is enough to dilute its small amount in warm water. All shelves need to be removed and washed outside the refrigerator, then immediately wipe dry. Walls are more convenient to wash when the refrigerator is without shelves and pallets. Do not immediately after washing it to turn on and clog it with food, it needs to stand up a little, so that everything dries up and mold does not appear.
- After these actions, you need to turn on the refrigerator and leave it on for a few minutes so that it can get enough cold. And only after that you can put the products back.