The ingenious trick to defrost a freezer: the ice disappears without unplugging the power plug (Page 3 ) | November 1, 2025

Of course, the easiest way to defrost a freezer is to unplug it, but how do you do it even when it’s plugged in? If you unplug the appliance, there’s a risk that the shelf life of the food stored in the freezer and refrigerator will be compromised. Here are the steps to follow to defrost the appliance, even when it’s plugged in:

Remove all food from the freezer and store in a cool place
Place a pan of boiling water in it to increase the temperature and collect the water produced during defrosting.
Close the freezer and wait for the ice to melt. This way, the heat from the boiling water will help melt the ice faster.
Open the freezer from time to time to let warm air in, which will also help the ice melt faster.