From this article you will find out if you need to turn off the refrigerator for the duration of the vacation and how to prepare the equipment before leaving for a long time.
To remove products and disconnect from the network - it would seem, where much easier? If you did just that - get ready to deal with bad breath. To calmly relax and not be afraid for the safety of the refrigerator, it is easier to leave it off. Why:
- will not break and not flow;
- will not consume excess electricity;
- Do not sparkle from power surges.
How to disable
The main rule to observe before leaving is to leave the refrigerator empty, dry and clean.
- The first thing to do is to de-energize the device in order to avoid a fire in the wiring, which can turn into a fire. This will save money and protect against power surges.
- Next, clear the shelves and chambers of all products, otherwise the unpleasant smell can not be avoided. Even the smallest jar of forgotten yogurt can make problems. New models are not intended for long-term storage of products (excluding freezing), so it is necessary to conduct an audit once a week.
- Prepare a basin of warm water and rinse all shelves, containers, racks and other removable parts.If you are in a hurry, the sink can be replaced with dry cleaning: wipe all surfaces with a soft towel.
- When done, be sure to open the door: this will not allow odors of rotten foods to occur. Never use foreign objects to fix the door - this threatens the deformation of the seal. If possible, simply adjust the feet so that the appliance is tilted forward.
Safety regulations
Repair and maintenance wizards advise turning the refrigerator off to reduce the load. This will help significantly extend the life of the device.
Leaving the equipment off, you should provide protection from moisture, direct sunlight and elevated temperatures. Observing all safety rules, you can calmly leave your refrigerator for a long time and not be afraid to see it broken upon return.
Advice! You can find out how and how to clean it in the article “How to wash a refrigerator”.
Holiday mode in the refrigerator - what is it
Many modern models are equipped with the "vacation" mode - it allows you not to turn off the equipment completely and set the temperature to about + 15 ° C. With a long absence at home, manufacturers recommend using this mode, after removing all products or leaving a minimum.
A brief description of the features of the "vacation" mode in the refrigerators
LG
Holiday mode allows you to maintain a stable temperature of about 12 ° C. This feature allows the wearer not to worry about the fungus and bad smell.Some LG cold stores have an antibacterial seal for added protection.
Samsung
In the new Samsung models, the intelligent mode displays the equipment in the “vacation” state, while only the freezer works.
Atlant
With a single button, the technician goes into economy mode, allowing up to 40% less power. Depending on the model, the temperature is set from + 10 ° С to + 15 ° С.
Do not be discouraged if such a function is not provided in your refrigerator, it has appeared recently and is not found in all manufacturers. You can adjust the temperature yourself and save energy.
Ice Maker (IceMaker)
If your refrigerator has a built-in ice machine, be sure to put it in the cleaning position. In this mode, the remaining water flows down, preventing mold and fungus from developing. After putting the ice maker into cleaning mode, disconnect the equipment from the network and turn off the water supply tap (when connected to the water supply).
If you leave the refrigerator on
Perhaps nothing bad will happen, you will return and continue to use it, as before. But do not forget that there are threats that can seriously affect stability.
Follow a few simple rules before leaving:
- Be sure to check the products for freshness: frozen vegetables will hold out until you return, but left milk can play a cruel joke.
- Always get meat products.If the power goes out or something happens with the refrigerator, you will find an unbearable smell inside, which is very difficult to get rid of.
- Do not leave equipment near batteries or water pipes; the effects of heat and moisture will irreparably affect the operation of the refrigerator.
Now you know how to prepare any model for a long trip. If you are still afraid to abandon the equipment, seek help from relatives or neighbors who will help you look after the apartment in your absence.