3 Tips to Make Your Commercial Refrigerator Last

If you are in the restaurant business or any other industry that requires commercial refrigeration, you probably know how important and expensive commercial refrigerators can be. If you want to make your refrigerator last as long as possible without the need for costly repairs or a replacement, it's important to know how to take care of it. Luckily, following these simple tips will make it easy to keep your fridge running for years to come.

1. Keep Your Coils Clean

One of the most important maintenance tasks for your commercial refrigerator is to keep your coils clean. If your coils become covered with dust or debris, then they can become overheated and cause your refrigeration system to work much harder, which wears it out faster. Plus, keeping your coils clean will also help you conserve energy, which can save your business money.

2. Keep the Doors Sealed

If the seal around the door of your commercial refrigerator doesn't work well, then hot air can get into the fridge and three problems can occur. First, your food might spoil. Second, your energy bills may soar. Third, your refrigerator might fail because your cooling system must work too hard to keep up with all of the hot air that is getting in. Check the seals around your unit on a regular basis, and have them replaced if they start to fray or otherwise become damaged. Another good idea is to install a plastic strip door to help keep as much air in as possible when your unit door is open.

3. Keep Your Acidic Foods Well Covered

If you keep any acidic foods in your refrigerator, such as tomatoes, you should keep them covered at all times. Not only should you do so for health department-related reasons, but you should also do it to keep your refrigerator in good shape. The acid can be released into the air in your refrigerator, which can cause corrosion over time and lead to leaks and other serious issues.

Taking good care of your commercial refrigeration system is easier than you probably think. It does take a little bit of thought and work on your part, but following these tips will help. Then, you won't have to worry about your refrigeration unit wearing out prematurely, and you won't have to pay for costly repairs to try to keep it in good shape. If you do need repairs, though, or if you have more questions about your refrigeration unit, contact a company such as Pro-Staff Mechanical Inc.

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