Ever wonder why your ice cubes may taste or smell funny? You’re not alone. Here are some possible causes and solutions as to why this may be happening.

1. The filtration system filter may be dirty. The water filtration system filters should be replaced every six months. Depending on how frequently you use it, you may need to change it more often. Check the manual for your refrigerator for instructions on your specific model.

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2. You may have stale ice cubes. If you’re not using the ice machine regularly, the ice cubes are sitting in the freezer, and are susceptible to absorbing the odors and gases from the freezer or refrigerator. To keep this from happening, keep spoiled food out of your refrigerator, and use your ice machine more frequently.

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 3. Possible unhealthy water supply. If your water supply is full of salt or sulfur, your ice cubes will inevitably have a bad taste and odor. Make sure to regularly replace your water filtration system. If your refrigerator doesn’t have a built-in water filtration system, give us a call to buy and install a  water filter.

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 4. Possible food spills or mildew growth inside the freezer. Make sure to thoroughly clean the inside of your freezer and refrigerator using warm water and baking soda. Avoid using harsh chemicals such as bleach and ammonia.

 

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Imagine being so thirsty after scorching under the heat of the sun. You rush to the refrigerator, grab a bottle of water, only to find out it isn’t as cold as you’d want it to be. Then you realize your fridge isn’t working properly anymore.   You can easily call your most trusted A-OK Appliance Service Techs.  But it would take them hours, maybe a few days, to repair your fridge.

Here’s our advice to you

Refrigerators are quite expensive and it can be quite a hassle when your damage it, thus, it is important to maintain them regularly in order for you to get the value of what you pay for. Here are a few tips to help extend your refrigerator’s life.  

Before anything else, make sure your refrigerator is turned off, unplugged, and totally defrosted to avoid any mishaps.

Clean The Condenser Coils

One of the most important things that you need to keep in mind is to always clean the condenser coils. These coils can accumulate lint and dust over time, which in turn cuts down the energy efficiency. When this happens, the compressor may work double time and may run hotter than usual.

Clean the Gaskets

Gaskets work by sealing in the cool air inside the refrigerator. It’s important to make sure that the seal has a strong hold to keep the air from escaping. To check, take a closer look at the gasket. See if there are any cracks or other damages. You can also put a dollar bill in the door of the fridge and test if you can pull it out. If the seal does not resist and you’re able to pull your dollar bill, it’s time to clean the gasket. Or if it is damaged, consider replacing it with a new one.

Change the Water Filter

If you have one of those that has an ice maker or water dispenser, then your fridge  most probably has a water filter. Remember to change this once every six months or as instructed in the manual. Why is this important? Just imagine having to dispense water with a dirty filter.

Don’t Put Hot Food in the Fridge

If possible, allow food leftover to cool down to room temperature first before shoving them into the fridge. This will help lessen the amount of warm air that goes inside and save the compressor from overworking.

Cleaning Schedule

It’s important to schedule general cleaning for your refrigerator in order to get rid of mildew that may hinder the fridge from working efficiently. It’s best to schedule it at least twice a year.  If you can’t do it on your own or if you don’t have the time, don’t hesitate to call an A-OK appliance specialist.

Cleaning and maintaining your own fridge might be a hassle for busy people, trust the experts to do the job.  Make sure to always give proper care to your fridge and other appliance units to avoid damage, accidents, and poor performance.

Hope you find these tips useful

 

We’re A-Ok Appliance Parts & Service, and we’re proud to provide first-class appliance repair services in Westchester. Our factory-trained technicians have what it takes to repair virtually every residential appliance brand out there, so whether you’re looking for basic GE refrigerator repair or complicated Bosch dishwasher repairs, we’ll get the job done right.

Call us at (914) 352-0026 for:

• Appliance Repair
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A-Ok Appliance Parts & Service is located at 435 White Plains Rd, Eastchester, NY 10709. When you need appliance repair service in the Westchester region, we’re here for you.

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We’re proud to offer a 10% discount to senior citizens. We understand that money is tighter than ever for many seniors these days, and we want to make sure that everyone is able to afford the effective appliance repairs that they need. So here at A-Ok Appliance Parts & Service, we provide great savings to the older folks in our local communities.

To learn more, or to set up your appointment for refrigerator repair or other service, call (914) 352-0026 today!