How to Clean a Samsung Refrigerator [Quick and Easy Guide]

Your refrigerator is the main storage for food and drinks, so cleaning it is vital to its functionality and your safety. 

And while the advances in science have been marvelous to witness, a dirty Samsung refrigerator will still be a breeding ground for bacteria.

Luckily, cleaning your fridge is simple, easy, and doable, even if unassisted. At most, it will take an hour or so to get rid of unwanted odors and bacteria.

Our guide will walk you through the three basic steps on how to clean your Samsung refrigerator. So grab those gloves and get ready for some elbow grease!

How to Clean a Samsung Refrigerator

To clean your Samsung refrigerator, you’ll have to turn it off and remove the contents inside and the fridge’s shelves. Afterward, wipe the interior and exterior with a lint-free rag.

If your refrigerator has tough stains and dirt, you’ll have to use a solution to remove them. One of the basic ones you can make at home is a combination of water and mild detergent:

• Step 1: Mix one tablespoon of mild detergent and one gallon of water.
• Step 2: Dip your lint-free rag in the solution, then wring it dry.
• Step 3: Using the appropriate amount of pressure, wipe away the stains and dirt.
• Step 4: Rinse and dip the rag in water and use it to wipe off the solution.
• Step 5: Use a separate dry rag to wipe and pat it dry.

Be wary of how much solution you use to clean the interior, as mild detergent is harmful to food and beverages. At most, try to only wipe the stain using the solution and avoid using it on the entire interior.

Quick Note: Avoid adding too much detergent, as the solution can damage the interior of your Samsung refrigerator. Additionally, be sure you’re wearing gloves, as having your skin soaked in the solution will damage your skin in the long run. Furthermore, never use bleach to clean your Samsung refrigerator, as it has harmful chemicals and is quite flammable. Lastly, some shelves can’t be removed, so wipe them carefully to avoid damaging them!

How do I clean the inside of my Samsung refrigerator?

To clean the inside of your Samsung refrigerator, remove the contents inside as well as the accessories. Using a lint-free rag, wipe away any moisture or liquid built up inside.

One by one, clean the accessories using mild detergent so as to not leave lingering chemicals for your food or beverages to catch. 

Be sure to wipe the accessories with a rag and leave it to naturally dry before using them again.

Quick Note: Don’t let the accessories dry without wiping or rinsing off the solution. Mild detergent is dangerous if consumed.

How do you remove the shelf on a Samsung refrigerator?

To remove the shelf on your Samsung refrigerator, you’ll have to remove the fruits and vegetable drawers first. Then, look for and press the tabs on the drawers to lift and pull out the shelf.

Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide on how to safely remove the shelves of your Samsung refrigerator:

• Step 1: Remove both fruit and vegetable drawers to free your shelves. To remove both, angle them slightly toward the center of the fridge and gently pull to slide them out.
• Step 2: Locate the tabs on both sides of the fruit and vegetable drawers. 
• Step 3: Press the tabs to separate your shelf from the water filter housing.
• Step 4: Carefully lift and pull out the shelf. Try to angle one side of the shelf downwards for better fit as you pull it out.
• Step 5: Look for the retainer clips located on the back left and right corners of the glass.
• Step 6: Carefully flip the shelf over and place it on a clean flat surface and locate the tabs holding the retainer clips in place.
• Step 7: Lift the back corners of the shelf and gently push the tab holding the clips in place. Do it one corner at a time.
• Step 8: Once the clips are removed, gently raise the shelf to separate the glass from the shelf frame.
• Step 9: Use water mixed with a mild detergent or a glass cleaner to clean the glass and the frame.
• Step 10: Wipe them dry with a clean lint-free cloth or rag.

Here’s a great video tutorial demonstrating the steps above:

Quick Note: Once you’re done, you can put the shelf back in its place by following the step-by-step process in reverse starting at Step 8.

What can I use to clean my Samsung refrigerator?

You can use a clean and lint-free rag or cloth dipped in a mixture of water and mild detergent to clean your Samsung refrigerator. Cleaning it regularly will make it so this combination suffices in the future.

Using a combination of water, mild detergent, and a clean rag is your best bet in cleaning your fridge. However, there are some things you must avoid:

• DO NOT spray water directly onto the surface of your refrigerator. Spray it on your rag, then wipe it to avoid electrical shocks.
• DO NOT use benzene, thinner, Clorox, or any type of bleach, as it may damage the surface of your refrigerator and may even cause a fire.
• DO NOT use a soaked cloth. As mentioned, spray the solution or water on your rag or dip it instead.
• DO NOT apply the solution to printer letters on the display, as they may be erased. Instead, wipe around the area or if you really need to, wipe gently using nothing but water.

How do I clean the outside of my Samsung refrigerator?

To clean the outside of your Samsung refrigerator, wipe the digital and display panels with a clean cloth. The surface of the doors, handles, and cabinets should be cleaned using a mixture of water and mild detergent.

There are also a couple of things you have to keep in mind when cleaning your Samsung refrigerator:

• DO NOT use benzene, thinner, Clorox, or any type of bleach when cleaning the exterior of your fridge. These solutions are safety hazards and can cause fires.
• DO NOT spray water directly on the surface of your fridge, especially if it’s plugged in. Doing so may result in an electrical shock.

Additionally, if the exterior part of your fridge is stainless steel, be sure to regularly polish it. 

Quick Note: If you regularly clean the exterior part of your Samsung refrigerator, you can simply use water to wipe it clean.

How do I clean the rear part of my Samsung refrigerator?

Use a vacuum cleaner to remove cobwebs and build-up dust to clean the rear part of your Samsung refrigerator. It is recommended to do this once or twice a year to prevent your appliance from malfunctioning.

How do I clean my Samsung refrigerator’s coils?

You can use a vacuum cleaner to clean your Samsung refrigerator’s coils. To do so, unplug your fridge and start vacuuming the dirt away.

Since the coils are an intricate part of the fridge, here’s a more detailed guide on how to properly clean your fridge’s coils:

• Step 1: Unplug or turn off your Samsung refrigerator. This is a safety precaution to avoid any injuries.
• Step 2: Locate the coils. They’re usually found either in the back of the refrigerator behind a rear panel, behind a lower grille under the fridge’s doors, or under an upper grille on top of the refrigerator.
• Step 3: Vacuum all the visible dust and debris using a narrow hose attachment. Ensure you’re vacuuming the area around the coils, as well.
• Step 4: Use an appliance brush to clean hard-to-reach areas and to loosen dust and debris on the coils.
• Step 5: Vacuum the coil and its surrounding area once again to ensure you removed all the dirt.

We recommend cleaning your coils once every six months to avoid dirt buildup. 

If you notice your fridge isn’t cooling quickly enough, you’ll have to clean it more often as the coils are responsible for cooling your fridge.

How do I clean my Samsung refrigerator’s ice and water dispenser?

To clean your Samsung refrigerator’s ice and water dispenser, use a damp cloth and pat the area around it clean. Afterward, use a dry cloth to pat it dry.

Avoid using a damp cloth to clean the dispenser itself to keep the drainage dry. Having the drainage wet may result in rust. 

When should I clean my Samsung refrigerator?

For thorough cleaning, you should clean your Samsung fridge every three to four months. However, it is recommended to at least wipe the exterior of your fridge every day.

There are some cases wherein you’ll have to clean it more often. One of these is if you’re constantly storing food with a strong or foul smell, such as fish.

Your fridge’s coils should be cleaned every six months to avoid dust and debris buildup. If your fridge is showing signs of malfunctioning, then you’ll have to clean the coils more often.

Other than extreme or rare cases, cleaning your fridge every three or four months should suffice.

Quick Note: It’s technically impossible to “over clean” your Samsung fridge, so if you can, clean it regularly!  The only time over-cleaning becomes an issue is if you use too much water or cleaning agent, and it starts to affect the functionality of your fridge.

Tips to Keep Your Samsung Refrigerator Clean

We have a handful of tips to help you keep your Samsung refrigerator clean. After all, it’s better and easier to prevent dirt than constantly cleaning your fridge every now and then.

• Tip 1: Immediately clean up spills.
• Tip 2: Deodorize as soon as there is a foul smell.
• Tip 3: Check and remove expired items.
• Tip 4: Remove and dump unused ice.
• Tip 5: Check for spills or crumbs every day.

Immediately clean up spills.

If there’s a spill inside your fridge, it’s best to clean it up as soon as possible, as it won’t get easier removing it once the liquid dries or freezes up. 

Use a clean microfiber cloth to wipe it clean, or, if necessary, water with mild detergent.

Cleaning the spill prevents its odor from spreading and lingering inside your fridge. You’ll thank yourself later if you do! 

Deodorize as soon as there is a foul smell.

If you leave something inside the fridge longer than you should have, chances are, it’s going to reek. 

Immediately discard the item and wash the area you left it in using water and mild detergent – be sure you remove all the contents inside first!

If the food was left on a shelf or drawer, however, you’ll have to follow these steps:

• Step 1: Discard the food as soon as possible.
• Step 2: Remove the drawer or shelf it was on, then wash it using warm water.
• Step 3: Put some baking soda on a pan or a plate and leave it inside the fridge for 24 hours.
• Step 4: Slice an orange, place it inside a bowl, and leave it inside the fridge to leave it smelling fresh.

Check for expired items.

Needless to say, leaving expired items inside will cause your fridge to reek. Check the expiry dates of all the food inside, especially the ones that tend to reek, such as expired milk.

Leaving expired items long will leave a lasting odor that’s going to be tough to remedy. And doing so will affect all the food and beverages you’ll store inside.

Dump unused ice.

It is highly recommended to dump unused ice every now and then. This will help keep your ice fresh and prevent it from clumping together or taking on a freezer-burned flavor when used.

We’re not only talking about frozen water when referring to ice. Unsealed ice cream, frozen beverages, and the likes have an unwanted taste once you leave them in your fridge longer than you should.

Furthermore, if you start defrosting your freezer, unused ice will melt and spill. This will cause an unnecessary mess for you to clean up!

Check for spills or crumbs.

It might not affect your refrigerator’s performance, but spills and crumbs do leave an unflattering sight inside your fridge. Go through the contents of your fridge every now and then and wipe away anything you find!

It’s a good habit to start doing and it will lessen the workload once you start to clean the entirety of your fridge. The proper way to do it is to use a clean microfiber cloth and simply wipe away.

You can also check the exterior of your fridge for any smidges or stains. If necessary, use a damp cloth with water and mild detergent to remove tough stains.

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Cleaning your Samsung refrigerator is a vital part of keeping your food and beverages clean and safe for consumption. A simple wipe will often do the trick, but you should still do a general cleanup once in a while.

Also, remember that something as simple as throwing out unused ice or wiping spills as soon as you can can go a long way. You’ll have no one but yourself to thank once you start building these habits.

Lastly, a clean fridge is a functional fridge. Keeping it clean and tidy will help maintain a longer lifespan!