Troubleshooting a Walk-in Cooler with Frost and Ice Buildup

TLDRIn this video, the technician troubleshoots a walk-in cooler with frost and ice buildup on the evaporator coil. He identifies that the temperature controller's self-defrost feature is not working properly due to the door being left open, causing the ice to accumulate. The technician demonstrates how to defrost the coil and clean it using hot water. He also explains his method of defrosting and discusses the importance of removing all food from the cooler during the process. Finally, he provides insights on identifying the type of ice buildup and its possible causes.

Key insights

❄️The ice buildup on the evaporator coil is caused by the temperature controller's inadequate defrosting.

🚪Leaving the cooler door open leads to frosting and ice buildup inside the cooler.

🧼Using hot water to defrost the evaporator coil efficiently and with minimal mess.

🧊Thicker ice buildup at the bottom of the coil indicates a longer duration of defrosting issues.

🚰The technician suggests removing all food during defrosting to prevent contamination and ensure safety.

Q&A

What causes the ice buildup on the evaporator coil?

The ice buildup is caused by the temperature controller's inadequate defrosting.

Why is it important to remove all food during defrosting?

Removing all food ensures safety and prevents contamination.

How does the technician defrost the evaporator coil?

The technician uses hot water and removes the fan motors, fan blades, and fan guards to melt the ice efficiently.

What does thicker ice buildup at the bottom of the coil indicate?

Thicker ice buildup at the bottom indicates a longer duration of defrosting issues.

Why is leaving the cooler door open a problem?

Leaving the door open leads to frosting and ice buildup inside the cooler.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction to the issue of a walk-in cooler with frost and ice buildup on the evaporator coil.

03:02Demonstration of using hot water to efficiently defrost the evaporator coil.

06:14Explanation of thicker ice buildup at the bottom of the coil and its implications.

08:18Importance of removing all food from the cooler during defrosting.