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Walk-in refrigerators and freezers are crucial for most restaurants and convenience stores. However, when it comes to maintenance, these appliances sometimes go neglected. This can lead to a variety of problems, but the following guide can help you determine how to proceed.

3 Common Walk-in Refrigerator Problems

1. Leaky Door

It’s not uncommon for the seams in the refrigerator door to develop gaps from old age or poor installation. Air can then infiltrate the space, causing moisture to develop inside. This water can leak out the gaps in the door and endanger customers and employees by causing a slippery floor.

A technician can apply caulk or sealant to eliminate the gaps. As a precaution, he should also clean the drain lines to make sure no water is dripping inside the cooler box.

2. Improper Temperatures

walk-in refrigeratorPoor maintenance often results in problems with the evaporator, the part that cools the air. If the coils freeze over or water escapes from the drain pan and drips onto the evaporator, this crucial component can be negatively affected.

To resolve this issue, a technician should clean the coils, check the levels of refrigerant, and make sure the drain pan is empty.

3. Odd Noises

Strange noises are a common sign of mechanical trouble with walk-in coolers. The culprit is usually a malfunctioning fan, but it could also be as simple as a rattling drain pan that has come loose. It could also be a damaged defrost timer or a compressor that needs to be replaced. A contractor or technician will pinpoint the cause and recommend a fix.

 

If your walk-in refrigerator is malfunctioning, contact Apollo Refrigeration in Hamden, CT. Their experienced technicians have provided repairs and installations for more than 40 years and will quickly diagnose the problem. Visit their website for more information about their services, and call (203) 777-6291 to request an estimate.

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