Businesses like restaurants, cafeterias, grocery stores, hotels and more all require the use of commercial refrigeration. If a unit breaks down, it could lead to a lot of unneeded trouble for the business owner. Therefore, it is important that anyone who owns a business that relies on the use of commercial refrigeration do everything they can to keep their units properly maintained so they can extend the life of the unit and avoid major repairs.

One of the best ways to accomplish this is through cleaning commercial refrigeration in Eugene, OR. Here are a few tips about how to clean each part of the unit.

How to clean the condenser coils

As condenser coils become dirtier, they lead to the unit needing to work harder to accomplish the same task. This can lead to overheating and the eventual damage of some important parts of the equipment. Therefore, condenser coils should be cleaned once a month at the very least to ensure their longevity.

Condenser coils are not always located in the same spot, so you may need to check the manual or with the person installing the unit to figure out exactly where yours is located. Once you’ve found it, you’re going to want to clean it off with a commercial cleaner made specifically for these types of coils, sold at any location that provides kitchen equipment. Use a brush to scrub off the condenser fins, using a top-to-bottom motion as you scrub. After you’ve finished with the fins, make sure you straighten out any you’ve bent in the process with a comb.

How to clean the interior of the commercial refrigerator

The interior of the unit is what the customers are typically going to see, and so you’re going to want to pay more attention to aesthetics here. Therefore, you’re not going to want to use hard brushes or steel wool to clean, as it could cause a lot of damage to the finish and scratches to the interior. Additionally, you will want to avoid harsh chemicals or bleach, as they could leave behind unwanted scents or chemical coatings. The last thing you want is to negatively impact the flavor of the food.

Instead, use a simple mixture of a mild soap and warm water and gently wipe the inside of your unit with a towel. Additionally, once a week, you should take all of the gaskets off the refrigerator and let them soak in soapy water for a half hour or so. Then you can dry them off and put them back on the unit.

How to clean the fan blades and motor

You should also clean the blades and motor about once a month. This is a simple process—just use a soft cloth and run it over the fan blades and motor. If you notice the fan blades are particularly dirty, cover the motor with a dry cloth and use a damp cloth to wipe the blades. This will make sure no moisture seeps into the motor.

For more tips for cleaning commercial refrigeration in Eugene, OR, contact the team at American Refrigeration Inc. today!