Too many people make the mistake of not maintaining their refrigerators well, many times because they do not understand the importance of it. Here are a few easy tips that you can use to keep your refrigerator well maintained without struggling to do it.
Replacing The Light Bulb
It is important to make sure that the inside of your refrigerator is kept well-lit when you open the door. This way you will be able to clearly see everything that is in there so you can use it before it goes bad. Something that is hidden in the dark is not likely to be used up before it spoils. When replacing the refrigerator light bulb, you need to be careful to use the same exact type of light bulb that came with it when you bought it. Some refrigerators will use small incandescent bulbs, while others use LED. The wattage of the bulb needs to match the requirement found in the user manual. Taking such precautions will help ensure that you are not going to run into any electrical problems with the appliance lighting system.
Keep The Refrigerator Coils Cleaned
The coils are usually found along the backside of the unit. To clean them, you need to first unplug the refrigerator. Never risk using water or cleaning solution on the back of a refrigerator while it is connected to a power source. Once it is unplugged, you will want to remove the coils with the required tool, such as a screwdriver. Scrub the coils with a mild cleaning solution mixed in water, while using a soft bristle brush. Make sure that it is thoroughly dried and then reattach it to the back of the refrigerator before plugging the unit back into the outlet.
Clean And Replace The Gasket As Needed
The gasket is the rubber seal that stretches around the inside of the doors of a refrigerator. This needs to be cleaned weekly so it stays in good shape and seals the door to the base unit well. After a few years, you might find that the gasket will start to stiffen. When this starts to happen, you will want to purchase a replacement gasket. This can be found at just about anywhere that sells appliances and their parts. If you need assistance with this, you can hire an appliance repair technician to come to your home to assist you with this.
Using those tips will help you to easily keep your refrigerator well maintained.
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