How To Defrost A Freezer Quickly Without Turning It Off. It must be metal and you have to heat it over a fire. Unless it comes with an automatic defrosting system, you will always need to turn off your chest freezer when defrosting.

Unless it comes with an automatic defrosting system, you will always need to turn off your chest freezer when defrosting. If you want to give your freezer a deep clean, it is best to turn it off to avoid any risks. Add dry towels inside your freezer, these will soak up any water as it defrosts.