Is there frost buildup on the upper wall of your freezer compartment?
Do
you see frost on the freezer shelves or stored food?
Causes and Symptoms
- The indoor humidity is high due to the monsoon season.
- Hot food was placed directly into the freezer.
- Food with high moisture content was stored in the freezer without being sealed in an airtight container.
- The freezer door isn't closing properly.
- The refrigerator's power was recently turned back on.
Let's find out more.
Moisture in the air can condense and freeze on the cold surfaces inside
the refrigerator,
forming frost or ice. This is a normal phenomenon
resulting from the refrigerator's operation and does not indicate a
malfunction.
To remove frost, wipe it with a clean cloth on a
clear, dry day,
and then wipe it again with a dry towel to remove
any remaining moisture.
To remove ice, melt it with a warm cloth
and then wipe the area dry with a dry towel.
If ice frequently
forms, check the door seal for gaps that might be letting in outside
air.
Do not use sharp objects like knives or ice picks to remove frost, as this can damage the refrigerator.
Try this.
Is the refrigerator installed in a humid location or near a window?
? It's recommended to install the refrigerator in a well-ventilated location with a temperature between 5°C and 43°C (41°F and 109°F) and low humidity.
If the refrigerator is installed near a balcony or window where moist outside air can easily enter, frost or ice may form in the freezer.
Did you put hot food directly into the freezer without letting it cool down?
? Let hot food cool down before placing it in the freezer.
Steam released from hot food as it cools can condense and freeze in the freezer, forming frost.
Did you store food with high moisture content in the freezer without sealing it?
? Store food in airtight containers or sealed bags.
Moisture from uncovered food can condense and freeze in the freezer, leading to frost buildup.
Is outside air entering the freezer because the door isn't closing properly?
? Check the following and ensure the freezer door is completely closed.
If the freezer door isn't tightly sealed, moisture from the outside air
can enter and freeze, leading to frost or ice buildup.
Ensure
drawers and shelves are correctly installed after cleaning the
freezer.
If the freezer is overpacked, remove some items.
Clean
the door gasket regularly if it becomes sticky due to residue.
Was there a power outage? Did you recently restore power and the refrigerator is now cooling down?
? As the air inside the refrigerator, which warmed up during the power
outage,
cools down again, the temperature difference can cause
moisture in the air to condense and freeze.
The frost will
naturally disappear within 1-2 weeks as the internal moisture
evaporates.
The temperature inside the refrigerator rises during a power outage.
When power is restored,
the air inside cools down, and moisture in
the air can condense and freeze, forming frost.
This frost will
dissipate naturally once the refrigerator reaches its operating
temperature and the internal moisture begins to evaporate.
This guide was created for all models, so the images or content may be different from your product.
