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#### Step 1: Prepare the Materials
To get started with this method, you’ll need the following materials:
– **Hot water**: A few large bowls or pots of hot water.
– **Towels**: Several absorbent towels (preferably old ones you don’t mind getting wet).
– **A bowl or container**: This will help you contain the hot water.
– **Plastic spatula or scraper** (optional): To help dislodge larger pieces of ice once they begin to loosen.
– **Hairdryer** (optional): If you want to speed up the melting process even more, a blow dryer can help direct heat to the ice buildup.
Once you’ve gathered these materials, you can begin the defrosting process.
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#### Step 2: Remove Food Items from the Freezer
Before you begin, it’s essential to take everything out of the freezer. The last thing you want is to accidentally melt some of your frozen food along with the ice buildup. This step will also give you some extra room to maneuver and make the process smoother.
Place the food into coolers or insulated bags with ice packs to keep them frozen while you defrost the appliance. If you’re unable to transfer everything to a cooler, try to keep the freezer door closed as much as possible during the defrosting process.
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#### Step 3: Set Up the Hot Water and Towels
The key to this technique is the hot water, which will help to melt the ice more efficiently. Start by boiling several pots of water. You’ll need enough to create a steam-filled environment inside the freezer that will help soften and loosen the ice.
1. **Place the hot water in bowls or containers**: Once the water has boiled, place it in bowls or containers and place them inside the freezer. Make sure that the containers are stable and won’t tip over.
2. **Close the freezer door**: After placing the bowls of hot water inside, immediately close the freezer door. The steam from the water will start to fill the freezer and loosen the ice. The warm moisture will also help break down the ice without you needing to unplug the freezer or wait for hours.
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#### Step 4: Absorb the Melting Ice with Towels
While the hot water is doing its job, take a few towels and place them on the floor of the freezer. As the ice begins to melt, you’ll notice that water will pool at the bottom of the freezer. The towels will absorb most of this water, preventing it from spreading all over your kitchen floor.
Keep the towels in place and swap them out for fresh, dry towels as needed to absorb the melting water. The process should take about 30 minutes to an hour, depending on the amount of ice buildup.
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#### Step 5: Loosen and Remove the Ice
Once the ice has begun to soften, you can use a plastic spatula or scraper to gently dislodge larger chunks. Avoid using sharp tools like knives, as they can damage the freezer’s interior. A gentle tap with the spatula or a slight tug with your hands should be enough to remove most of the ice.
If any stubborn patches remain, apply more hot water and allow the steam to continue to work its magic. You can also use a hairdryer on a low heat setting to target the areas with more ice buildup. Move the hairdryer around the surface and focus on the ice, which should begin to melt away quickly.
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