Hoover fridge freezer smelling bad inside

A bad smell in a 6‑month‑old fridge freezer usually points to a drainage, stagnant water, food contamination, or door sealing issue rather than something that makes the appliance beyond repair. At that age, I would not replace it until a few checks have been done.

1. **Check the drain hole and drip system** - In the fridge section, look for the small drain hole at the back wall. - If it is blocked, dirty water can sit there and smell. - Clear it carefully with a suitable probe and flush with warm water. - Also check the evaporation tray above the compressor at the rear if accessible, as this can collect foul residue.

2. **Inspect door seals** - Wipe all around the rubber door gaskets and lift the folds if possible. - Spilt milk, meat juices, and mould often hide there. - Make sure the doors are sealing properly and not being left slightly ajar.

3. **Look for absorbed odours in fittings** - Remove shelves, salad drawers, and door trays and wash them separately. - Sometimes plastic can hold smells after spoiled food has leaked into joints or trims.

4. **Check temperatures** - Fridge should be around 3 to 5°C, freezer about -18°C. - If the fridge is running too warm, food can spoil more quickly and create persistent odours.

5. **Check for hidden contamination** - Pull it out and inspect underneath and behind for spilled food, packaging, or dead pests.

If the smell seems chemical, burning, or unusual rather than “off food”, stop using it and contact Hoover under warranty, as 6 months old is well within the period to report a fault. Isolate the appliance from the mains before inspecting internal or rear parts, and use a qualified engineer for any mains or sealed refrigeration work.

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