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Remove the Food\n

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First things first: Toss any old or expired food into the trash. Remove the food that is still good and place it into a cooler with ice to keep it cold while you clean the remainder of the refrigerator.\n

Remove Shelves and Drawers\n

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Take out all removable drawers and shelves and set them aside. Drawers and shelves that are made of metal or plastic can be washed with hot water and dish soap right away, but glass and ceramic pieces need to gradually warm up to room temperature before being washed with hot water to prevent cracking and breaking.\n

Wipe Down Refrigerator Interior\n

Use a clean cloth with hot water and mild dish soap. Work from top to bottom to prevent dripping on surfaces that are already clean. Tough stuck-on spills may need a plastic, non-abrasive scrubber, though another option is to lay a warm wet cloth over the spilled area for a few minutes. Then, the spilled area will be softer and easier to wipe away.\n

As you’re cleaning, rinse the rags that you’re using thoroughly or use multiple rags to ensure cleanliness. Pay special attention to the bottom crevices and back of the refrigerator where spills tend to migrate. Finally, wipe down the interior doors.\n

Clean Shelves and Drawers\n

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Now that your shelves and drawers have had time to warm up gradually, take a few moments and clean and dry them thoroughly. Be careful, especially when handling slippery glass shelving. Dishwashing gloves may be helpful to prevent breakage.\n

Dry the Interior of the Fridge\n

Using a clean dry cloth or towel, wipe down the interior of the refrigerator to make sure it is completely dry. Don’t forget to dry the interior doors as well.\n

Replace the Food\n

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Put the food back into the refrigerator. Now is also a good time to wipe off any jars or containers of food that may need it, such as a sticky jelly jar or a crusty salad dressing lid. Take care to use clean cloths when working with your food jars and dry them thoroughly as well.\n

Clean out the Freeze\n

Use the same methods listed above to clean out a freezer. The great thing about freezers is that they rarely have spills and need to be scrubbed out much less often. You may need to only check for and remove expired food. If the freezer does require more thorough cleaning, you can use the same methods used in the refrigerator.\n

Clean the Outside\n

Starting from the top, wipe down and clean the exterior of the refrigerator using hot\/warm water and mild dish soap. If you have a stainless steel refrigerator, you’ll need to use a soft non-scratching rag and vinegar or a window cleaner to keep the surface shiny. Don’t forget to clean the rubber gasket seal around the edges of the door using dish soap and warm water. Dirt and grime can collect here and cause the seal to crack.\n

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Seasonal Chores\n

You should clean out your refrigerator approximately once a month. However, there are a few chores that only need to be done every few months.\n