Emergency Steps to Take When Your Commercial Refrigerator Breaks Down
When your commercial refrigerator breaks down, it’s important to have a plan in place and understand what steps to take. Protect your customers and ensure the contents of your commercial refrigerator stay safe with these emergency steps from ComfortAire Heating Cooling Fireplaces. Number one? Know that we’re always available for efficient and reliable repair. As for what you can do in the meantime, find those answers below. When you’re ready, call us at 715-325-3969 in Wisconsin Rapids or 715-342-0911 in Stevens Point.
1. Ensure Your Safety
Before you do anything, be sure you unplug or turn off power to your commercial refrigerator unit to prevent the risk of electric shock. Alert your staff to remain cautious as well until the cause of the breakdown is identified or fixed. Then notify your building’s management or maintenance team if you have one.
2. Try to Assess the Problem
Do your best to try and identify the cause of the commercial refrigerator breakdown, whether it’s power failure or another technical problem. Check for flashing lights or other messages that can help you figure out what the problem could be. Take note of any strange sounds or odors you notice to share with your repair team. If you have the commercial refrigerator manual, check for a section on troubleshooting to help you make simple fixes if possible.
3. Protect the Food
According to the U.S. Food & Drug Administration, perishable food items must be stored at temperatures no lower than 40 degrees Fahrenheit to prevent spoiling. Check the temperature inside your commercial refrigerator to ensure it doesn’t drop below that point. Minimizing the opening of the fridge door can help. If the temperature is in danger of falling below that 40-degree threshold, make a plan to begin transferring your food to another fridge or even a freezer if possible.
4. Call the Commercial Refrigerator Experts at ComfortAire
Our experienced repair team has worked with virtually every make and model of commercial refrigeration equipment. You can trust us to fix any breakdown as quickly and efficiently as possible. And if a new unit is needed, we’ll help you with the selection and installation process, too.
5. Review Your Maintenance Schedules
Many commercial refrigerator repairs can be avoided if you schedule regular maintenance. ComfortAire’s service helps identify small issues before they turn into major breakdowns—keeping all of your cooling appliances running smoothly. Once your unit is repaired, be sure to have it checked out again at least annually for maximum efficiency.
Keep Your Commercial Refrigerator in Good Health With ComfortAire
If your business uses any type of commercial refrigeration appliance, including reach-in coolers, bar coolers, two-and-three door coolers, walk-in freezers, ice machines, and more, rely on ComfortAire for all of your maintenance and repair needs. We understand how important it is to address these situations quickly—and we’re here for you. Call us in Wisconsin Rapids or Stevens Point.
