If you want to find and remove a strange odor from your refrigerator, you’re in the right place.
In this article, we will give you step-by-step instructions for how to find the cause of the problem and fix it.
Thankfully, most of the time it is something simple to fix, like adjusting the temperature or removing rotten food, but sometimes it can be something more serious causing the smell that requires a more complex fix.
Let’s get started.
The first step is to check all of the food and beverages in your fridge and freezer. Rotten food is probably the number one cause of bad odors occurring. When checking your food, make sure you pay special attention to the items stored in the door panels, as they are quite often the culprit of bad odors. If you find any rotten or spoiled food, throw it out, and if the culprit is something like smelly cheese, put it into an airtight container. If the cause of the odor isn’t your food, move on to the next step.
The next step is to check the temperature. When your refrigerator is set to the wrong temperature, bad odors can occur. Most manufacturers recommend that your fridge should be set at between 35°F and 37°F. If your fridge isn’t set at this temperature range, adjust it and then see if the problem is solved. If not, move on to the next step.
The next step is to give your refrigerator a deep clean. Most refrigerators have plastic and metal components in them, which can become breeding grounds for bacteria and grime. You probably clean your refrigerator regularly anyway, but it is a good idea to give it a “deep” clean every few months to ensure it stays clean and odor-free.
Here’s how to give your refrigerator a deep clean:
If you still haven’t found the cause of the bad odor, the next step is to check the drip pan. The drip pan collects water after it melts from the evaporator coils. The condenser fan then helps to evaporate the water by blowing warm air onto it. If this process doesn’t happen, the drip pan can fill up with dirty water, which can start to smell over time.
Here’s how to check the drip pan:
The next step is to check the water filter (if your fridge has one). The water filter should be replaced regularly; sometimes when they are not, they can start to smell.
Here’s how to check the water filter:
At this point, hopefully the cause of the odor has been found and dealt with. To help stop bad odors from occurring, here are a few simple tips to keep your fridge clean and odor-free:
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