Commercial refrigerators are built to last through heavy use for several years. As the backbone of restaurant kitchens, the commercial refrigerators are intended to run 24/7 for food-safe storage and product quality. Since these commercial equipmentis sturdy, taking their proper use and maintenance for granted can be costly.
When your commercial refrigerator stops working, regular service and operations are immediately impacted and you’ll have nowhere to store food that must be kept refrigerated.This will in turn cause massive inventory loss.
In most cases, this damage occurs slowly over years due to poor usage and maintenance and worse of all is that owners and staff are unaware of the damage throughout the years. With that said, let’s look at some common mistakes in True Refridgeration maintenance.
Keeping the Door Open
Commercial refrigerator doors need to be kept closed at all times. Yes, it’s easy to lose track of time when you’re standing in front of the shelves reaching for ingredients. However, keeping the door open can absolutely damage the fridge in the long run.
When your unit’s door is frequently left open or the door gaskets no longer seal properly the interior temperature rises. The sudden shift in temperature forces the motor to work harder in order to maintain the optimal cool, food-safe temperature. This in turn causes the unit to overheat and eventually break down.
Low Temperature
Nowadays, many commercial freezers are built with a smart thermostat that self-regulates the interior temperature to ensure it is food-safe. So, if manual controls are available you should avoid setting the temperature too low to prevent the motor from being overworked to maintain a suitable climate.
Furthermore, temperatures that are too low can cause the food to freeze even when it should not and frost to form in the cabinet. You’ll therefore need to check the manual and also ask a professional technician about the optimal setting.
By employing the above and other tips, you will certainly get the most from your commercial refrigerator today. So, why not try it today and see how things can fare on for your business.
