Freezer has a persistent bad food or musty odor inside.

Safety note: Wear gloves when handling spoiled food or moldy items.

Steps to remove interior odors:

• Empty the freezer: Discard any spoiled or questionable food.
• Deep clean interior: Unplug the unit and wash all interior surfaces, shelves, and baskets with a solution of baking soda and warm water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• Deodorize: Place open boxes of baking soda or activated charcoal inside and run the freezer empty for several days.
• Check drain and pan: Clean the defrost drain and drain pan, which can harbor odors.
• Ventilate: Leave the door slightly open (with the unit unplugged) for 24 hours to air out if odors are severe.