Time to cut the power. Unplug the freezer. This is a non-negotiable step—you’re not trying to electrocute yourself while chipping ice off a shelf.
Prop the door open. Use a rolled towel or a wooden spoon to keep it ajar. This lets warm air in and starts the melting process naturally.
And here’s a pro tip: lay old towels or newspaper on the floor around the base. Ice melts, water drips, and that puddle is your new best friend. Nobody wants a wet kitchen floor resembling a slip-‘n-slide.
