Organizing Habits That Reduce Freezer Frost

Frost Is Moisture That Has Entered and Frozen

5 Habits to Change Starting Today

• Let hot food cool first when possible: if you put steaming food straight in, all that vapor turns into frost.
• Seal bags and lids tightly: moisture escapes from open packages and freezes onto the walls.
• Close the door within 5 seconds: decide what you need in advance and take it out all at once.
• Keep the freezer 70~80% full: if it is too empty, cold air escapes when the door opens and humid air gets in.
• Check the door seal gasket: place a sheet of paper in the door and pull it. If it slips out easily, the seal is leaking.

Defrost Once Every 1~2 Months

Even with good habits, frost builds up little by little, so it is best to clear it before it becomes thicker than 5mm. Never scrape it with a knife or screwdriver, because you could tear the wall and cause gas to leak.

1. Turn off the power or stop the freezing function, then move the contents to an ice box.
2. Lay a dry towel on the floor, place a bowl of warm water inside, close the door, and leave it for 30 minutes.
3. When the frost softens, gently push it off with a plastic spatula. Do not use metal tools.
4. Wipe away all melted water completely with a dry cloth so no new moisture remains.
5. Turn the power back on, and after 10 minutes, once it is cold enough, put the cooled contents back in.

Once these habits become routine, the defrosting cycle can stretch from once every 2 weeks to once every two or three months, and better cold-air circulation will help food stay fresh longer.