How to Clean Mold from Refrigerator Water Dispenser [VIDEO]

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Imagine the warmth of a gentle summer breeze caressing your soul in the morning of Sunday.

Sun sparks through the window as you fling your safe duvet open.

Exposed in crackling fire, you are glinted with sweat almost trickling into your eyes.

This unbearable warmth makes you want to get some frosty treats.

The sight of cold water delights your eyes.

Thrilled to savor its refreshing taste, you get some of it from the water dispenser.

But, to your dismay, some flakes are floating in the glass.

The feeling of water going down your throat fades away.

And you thought you would need to sacrifice a weekend rest and do some intense cleaning.

How does mold grow in the refrigerator water dispenser?

If you suddenly notice black stuff coming out of your refrigerator water dispenser, better clean it.

These are mold harboring into your water dispenser.

The most common reason for this is contamination.

If you happen to touch the water lines with your hands, bacteria may get and grow in it.

You may ask, can mold grow in refrigerator water lines despite being careful?

The answer is still yes.

No matter how careful you are, mold can still grow into the water line.

Refrigerator dispensers getting dirty are an inevitable situation.

To remedy this, you need to ensure no one touches the water lines.

Moreover, you need to clean the area with natural cleaning materials like vinegar and lemon water.

This will make you at ease that you are getting clean and safe drinking water.

How to Clean Mold from a Refrigerator Water Dispenser?

Refrigerators with water dispensers provide great convenience.

You do not need to worry anymore about carrying a heavy 5-gallon of water every time.

However, like any other household appliance, it also needs regular and proper maintenance.

Here are some quick and easy steps to clean your refrigerator water dispenser.

STEP 1: Prepare to clean the refrigerator water dispenser

Before you start cleaning, you need to do some preparation.

Switch off your refrigerator.
Remove the plug for proper safety measures
Take all the removable parts and clean them separately with vinegar or lemon water.
Fill a bottle spray with 1 cup of water
Add 1 cup of vinegar

Vinegar is a safe product and proven to be effective in getting rid of mold in the water line.

Also, it is considered as a powerful cleaning agent that has antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties.

STEP 2: Clean the dispenser

You will need a toothbrush to reach tight areas of the dispenser.

Spray the cleaning mixture into the water dispenser
Use a toothbrush to reach every area.
Dip the brush in the vinegar solution
Scrub until all areas are clean

STEP 3: Remove and clean the tray

Your dispenser also has a tray or small bucket.

You need to remove and clean it, as well.

Remove the tray
Bring it to the sink
Use toothbrush dipped in the vinegar solution to clean it
Scrub out until all dirt loosened

STEP 4: Return the parts of the refrigerator

After cleaning all the removable parts and food from the refrigerator, place them inside the fridge again.

Knowing how to organize your fridge will keep food fresh for a longer time.

Here are some tips on how you can store your food after cleaning your refrigerator.

Upper compartments: cooked dishes and some opened products
Middle compartments: fresh milk, cream, yogurt
Lower compartments: sausage, ham, raw meat, raw fish
Vegetable compartment: vegetables, fruits, fresh herbs
Upper door compartment: eggs, butter
Middle door compartment: dressings, ketchup, and other opened sauces
Lower door compartment: beverages

STEP 5: Check the water

You will need to run a lot of water before you sip some of it again.

Once the vinegar smell and taste are gone, you can now rehydrate using your refrigerator dispenser.

Flush about 1 bottle of water to rinse some leftover vinegar from the dispenser
It will help to remove the cleaning solution before you start drinking from the water dispenser.