Care of the refrigerator from stainless steel

His Majesty the refrigerator is the main in the kitchen. Around him everything is spinning, as most of the delicacies are stored in his cool belly. A stainless steel refrigerator can turn your kitchen into a modern paradise. Care for a stainless steel refrigerator is not that complicated, but it is necessary to start it immediately after purchase.

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Features of stainless steel appliances

Stainless steel is a material that is actively used in the creation of various household appliances. Its main advantage is protection from the corrosive effects of corrosion. Stainless steel is durable and durable, and during the entire operation your equipment will never be rusted.

Choosing an assembly of high-quality material, you will encounter not only the advantages, but also the shortcomings of products. One of the main is the high cost of the device. This is explained not only by the fact that the metal is in short supply, but also by the production problems of the technical plan.

Refrigerators made of stainless steel belong to prestigious, elite models and are rarely produced on a serial level. Models of refrigerators of this high-quality material are in the arsenal of many well-known companies, and stainless steel can be used both in the manufacture of the refrigerating cabinet itself and in the manufacture of doors. For example, if the refrigerator is built-in, the stainless steel is used only for door production. On request, you can make a refrigerator with side panels made of stainless steel.

Important! Initially, stainless steel was used in the manufacture of refrigerators, not because of the reliability of the material, but only for the fact that manufacturers needed a material with magnetic properties that would attract the magnetic door seal.

Despite the strength and durability of high-quality material, improper maintenance of the surface of the unit can ruin the best quality product and lead to the loss of a presentable appearance, so follow the care tips to avoid spoiling the product.

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How to care for a stainless steel refrigerator?

Care of the refrigerator from stainless steel begins directly from the moment of its purchase.

Transportation

Stainless steel is a durable material, but it does not mean that it has the strength of steel. Refrigeration cabinets made of stainless steel must be covered with a polymer protective film, so as not to damage during transportation.

Transport a brand new refrigerator better vertically, without tilting it. If it is not possible to transport vertically, then be sure to look at the packaging - it should be indicated on which side you can put the unit. In some cases, the marking is placed on the compressor, and when you tilt the refrigerator, the oil may escape from the compressor, but it will flow out to the outside, but to where the coolant should circulate. So it is better not to allow such a problem, because no guarantee for such negligence does not apply. Remove the film only after delivery. After this, the unit must be washed with a suitable detergent solution.

Installation of

After the home appliances you delivered to the location of the dislocation, it is necessary to place it correctly. This is also one of the important items that must be observed, in order to organize the proper care of a stainless steel refrigerator.

Do not place the appliance in the following locations:

1. Near batteries or other heating appliances, including gas or electric cookers. If this is not possible, separate the refrigerator from the cooker, at least, with the floor cupboard.
2. Next to water sources and washers. When washing dishes and removing scale from the pot, the kettle uses substances with acetic acid, and even a minimal hit on the refrigerator of an aggressive agent can damage its surface.
3. Back to the table top( to the work surface).In the slot of the unit, liquids can flow, which will lead to corrosion.
4. In rooms with high humidity.

Important! When installing the unit, remember that the "cold image knight" necessarily needs access to fresh air.

Do not switch on the refrigerator immediately after installation. Let it stay in place for 1.5-2 hours and "get used" to a new place( especially if it was only brought in from the cold).

Defrosting

If your unit is without a No Frost system, it must be thawed to remove snow and ice. Do not use scissors, knives or other sharp objects for this purpose, since you can not only break the refrigerator, but also damage your own health. Refrigerant from a hole pierced by you can get into your eyes, as it is under pressure.

Important! If it is necessary to remove snow, then it is better to use special plastic blades, which are supplied in the kit.

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Than to wash the refrigerator in stainless steel?

During operation, the appliance must be cleaned inside, outside and behind. Refrigerators made of stainless steel are a separate song, since the material does not have dirt-repellent properties, which means it must be washed at least once a quarter.

Be sure to consider the fact that the stainless steel is afraid of chlorine, abrasives and acids. Therefore, it is necessary to select the appropriate detergents when deciding whether to clean the refrigerator from stainless steel.

See what the manufacturer advises in the operating instructions manual for the refrigerator. Usually, the instructions always have recommendations for care. If in some improbable case there are no recommendations, then read the information on the website of the company that released your refrigerator. As a rule, some models have special care products supplied, however, not all manufacturers are so generous. Many offer to buy them separately, so consult a consultant about the availability of special tools immediately when buying the device.

Important! Before proceeding with cleaning, defrosting, be sure to disconnect the appliance from the mains.

Tips and Tricks:

• Stainless steel can easily be scratched, so use a microfibre cloth to clean it. Such material is better than cotton without lint, since it leaves fewer fibers on the surface. Bring the surface to shine using paper towels. First clean the surface of the refrigerator with a microfibre cloth and a special tool, and then wipe the refrigerator with paper towels.
• Clean the stainless surface thoroughly in the direction of its processing, and not perpendicularly.
• The inside of the appliance( where food is stored) should be wiped with a cloth moistened with warm water or with special products purchased in the store. It is better to use the products of the same company that manufactured the unit, since these funds are designed to fight and with unpleasant odors.
• Evaporator, as well as the seal on the door, wash without any cleaning agents, just warm water.
• Make sure that during the washing process, the water does not fall under the lighting fixture, and also into the temperature switch.
• To remove stubborn stains and fingerprints, add a few drops of dishwashing liquid to warm water.
• Clean stainless steel any vegetable oil( including olive oil).But note that cleaning with oil requires additional drying, so that this oil is absorbed. If you care for a stainless steel refrigerator with oil, there is an excessively glossy gloss.

Important! Baby soap, vegetable oil or any other cleaning agent containing oil will give a shine to the surface, but the refrigerator will attract dust and dirt much faster than before using the fatty remedy.

• To clean the outside of the refrigerator, you can take a mixture of white vinegar and water: mix the ingredients in a bottle with a spray in the proportion of 3 parts of white vinegar and 1 part of water. Spray the product on the surface and wipe it with a paper towel. Vinegar excellently removes greasy fingerprints and most other contaminants.
• After finishing washing, the refrigerator must be wiped dry and dry with a dry cloth.
• Clean the rear of the unit several times a year. This can be done manually or with a vacuum cleaner.

Refrigerators made of stainless steel belong to elite models, which means that the quality of their assembly is also at an altitude. We hope that using our advice and manufacturer's recommendations, you will provide the unit with proper care, especially since it does not require specific and complex procedures. Just walk on the surface of the polymer refrigerator with a damp cloth once a quarter, and it will shine like new, delighting you and all households with delicious and fresh products.