Whether you own a catering or retail fridge, you need to ensure that cleanliness and hygiene is a top priority. Although cleaning your commercial fridge can seem like a mammoth task, it needs to be done. If you are wondering how you should go about cleaning your commercial fridge, then we have you covered with this ultimate guide. At Mitchell’s, we are the experts when it comes to repairing, installing and servicing commercial refrigeration.
Here are just a couple of things to consider when cleaning your fridge.
Remove Everything
Leaving your fridge full of food or gastronorms will make the cleaning process much more difficult, so removing these from your fridge before cleaning will help simplify the big clean! You should also consider removing any shelves, floor protectors are runners so you are able to get between all of the nooks and crannies. Emptying the fridge also allows you to see if you have any containers that need replacing too. As such, removing everything in your fridge not only allows you to have an easier time when it comes to leaving the fridge spotless, but it can also give you an insight into whether your fridge needs updating!
Correct Chemicals Are Essential
It is important to consider that some chemicals react differently with different types of metal. If you use the wrong chemicals, then this can prevent discolouration or damage to the fridge. For those especially in the restaurant or retail industry, the last thing you want is a discoloured fridge in your restaurant that looks unprofessional and unhygienic, as this might prevent customers from visiting. When choosing a cleaning chemical, check the back of the label to see if it would be a suitable cleaning product for your commercial fridge. For instance, scented cleaning chemicals have the ability to overpower the smell of gone-off foods, so it’s important to pick the right chemical!
Don’t Forget the Condenser Filter
The sole purpose of the condenser filter is to help ensure that the fridge is working at the right temperature. Nearly every commercial fridge is different, however, most models use a condenser filter which will need to be cleaned frequently. Air-cooled fridges come up against air that is filled with steam, dust and grease which can be detrimental to the airflow. This filter can quickly become clogged up if it is not cleaned on a regular basis, which can then lead to a malfunction. If you are unsure where the filter is located, then check your manual for more information. If a malfunction does happen, then at Mitchell’s we are the perfect company to give you a helping hand with our commercial refrigeration services.
Creating work environments since 1905, Mitchell’s are a specialist refrigeration company which have a wealth of experience and knowledge when it comes to all refrigerator-related services in the Gloucester area. Whether it be for catering fridges or retail fridges, Mitchell’s have got you covered. If you are convinced Mitchell’s are the company to help with the installing, servicing or repairing of your facility’s refrigeration, then get in touch with our team today!