Refrigerator Cleaning Checklist — Save Progress by Area

1. Gather a cooler, cold packs, cloths, mild detergent and dry towels
2. As food comes out, check labels and condition; sort into keep, use and discard
3. Move perishable food to a cooler with a cold source
4. Clean shelf spills and interior walls with warm, soapy water
5. Empty drawers, remove crumbs and pooled moisture, then wash them
6. Wipe door bins and gasket grooves, then check the seal for damage
7. Keep frozen food insulated while removing loose ice and crumbs
8. Wipe cleaned surfaces again with a clean damp cloth so no cleaner remains
9. Dry surfaces and removable parts completely before reassembling
10. Put sooner-dated food in front and keep sealed raw meat below other foods

Keep food cold, and follow the refrigerator maker’s directions for cleaners and removable parts.