How to get rid of the smell in the freezer

Felt a foul smell in the freezer? This often happens during a power outage or when laying open products. How to get rid of the extraneous "flavor" in the chamber, you will learn in our article.

Material content:

• 1 Why an unpleasant smell appears
• 2 How to remove a rotten smell
  • 2.1 Cleaning a new

camera Why an unpleasant smell

If you just bought a refrigerator, then there is nothing terrible about it: over time, the aroma will disappear.

Non-compliance with the storage rules for products. In the department were products that have already lost their shelf life. No matter what the cooling system in the refrigerator, it must be periodically turned off and washed. If you have not done this for a long time, then it is not surprising that there is an unpleasant smell inside.

Products are poorly packaged or stored completely unpacked .It is recommended to store all products separately: meat, fish, vegetables, put in plastic bags or containers. After that, put in the freezer.

is not cold enough in the freezer - a breakdown occurred or electricity was cut off. Returned after the holidays, and the meat in the office smell? You need to look for cause of defrost .

The drain hole is clogged with .Condensate on the walls flows into the hole and is removed from the system. The hole needs to be cleaned.

How to remove the rotten smell of

First of all, turn off the refrigerator from the network, remove the remaining products, throw out the rest.

Important! Check the shelf life of meat and fish. Do not store them in frozen form for more than three months. Food becomes stale and unsuitable for consumption.

It is necessary to give the technician time to defrost. Preferably, at least 24 hours, if you have the opportunity to shift products to another place.

In the case of a two-compressor refrigerator, it is enough to disconnect one freezer, while the refrigeration compartment will work.

Remove all shelves and pallet from the chamber. To wash it and eliminate unpleasant odors will help such a solution: in 1 liter of water dissolve 1 tsp.any washing gel, add 5 ml of vodka. This will help to cope with contaminants and "odors" in the department. Thoroughly wash the walls, corners, sealing rubber. The latter can even be bent, because during defrost dirty water flows into the cracks. If the pollution is not completely eliminated, defrosting will again have to be done over time.

Also wash the shelves, then walk with warm water on all surfaces. Let the fridge dry.

Be sure to pay attention to the pallet and the tube through which water flows. If they are not washed, the smell will remain after the end of the cleaning.

If meat or fish is rotten in the freezer, this stench is difficult to compare. But you can eliminate it by folk methods:

• A solution of water and vinegar .The latter has long been used for washing windows and other surfaces. Moisten the cloth in the solution and wipe the compartment. Then swipe dry and let dry completely.

• Soda and Salt are renowned for their ability to pull odors. Thick mush can not be used in the freezer, because abrasive particles can damage the surface. Dissolve 2 tbsp.soda and salt in warm water. Wash all internal elements, shelves, containers. Then wash it off. Finally, put soda and salt in the compartment in the plate - they will absorb residual aromas while the walls dry out.
• Ammon alcohol .Allows you to destroy bacteria and fights mold on the seal. Dilute it in water in equal proportions and treat the surface.
• Activated or charcoal .It has absorbing properties. It can be used without disconnecting the equipment from the network. Expand several tablets in a plate and place in the chamber.

• Coffee beans are similar in properties to coal. You can use ground coffee: also pour into a jar and send to the freezer until the smell is removed. It not only neutralizes it, but also saturates the air with a faint odor.

There are products that are excellent sinks. They are found in any kitchen:

• Lemon .Half a lemon is recommended to wipe the inner surface of the chamber. You can also dilute lemon juice in water and rub the walls. Additionally, lay out the crusts in the compartment and leave until the next day.

• Apple .Cut the fruit in half and place in the compartment. After a while, replace with a new one.

• If you do not want to bother with the replacement, you can put on the shelf bread or rice, which also smell the smell.
• Spices .Put them in a linen bag or just wrap them in cheesecloth and send them in the freezer.

If traditional methods did not completely eliminate the odor, use store tools. They quickly cope with the task. In the department of household chemicals you will find:

• Refreshing balls .They are laid out on a shelf for three to four months, and then thrown away.
• Eggs with granules. Egg-shaped absorbers contain granules inside, for example, activated carbon. Means is strong absorbent.
• Dispenser Tool .It is possible to set the installation date to complete the replacement on time.
• Ionizers .Battery operated. They emit ions that not only kill odors, but also fight bacteria.
• Wet wipes can remove dirt and disinfect the surface.

Cleaning the new

camera After purchasing and installing a refrigerator, did you find that the freezer smells like plastic? You need to cope with this before loading the compartment with products. To do this:

• Dissolve soap in water and perform treatment.
• Additionally, wipe the surface with 9% vinegar.
• Open the door and let the freezer dry for a couple of hours.
• Spread out lemon peels or place lemon juice in a saucer.

Take care of hygiene in the refrigerator, then it will not smell unpleasant. Do not forget to check the shelf life of products, as well as put them in separate containers.

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