25/03/2017
know your Refrigerator
Choose a refrigerator of a size based on the
needs of your family - a refrigerator operates at
peak efficiency when filled.
Do not overload your fridge, excessive products
in your fridge will lower the quality of the food
and use more electricity - as much as 10-20%.
Do not set freezing temperatures lower than
necessary, it wastes as much electricity as
excessive heat.
Thick frost on chilling panels reduces cooling
ability. If you do not have a frost-free model,
defrost your refrigerator when frost is between
0,6 to 1,3 cm thick.
Do not open your refrigerator door needlessly.
By getting into the habit of removing and
replacing several articles at once, you will
reduce the loss of cold air.
Let hot foods cool down before placing them in
the refrigerator. To prevent bacterial growth
allow about 20 minutes standing time.
Be sure the seal around your refrigerator door is
intact. Close the door on a piece of paper: if
you can pull the paper out easily, the seal
should be replaced.
Remove all heavy wrapping from food before
storing it in the refrigerator.
Cover all liquids stored in the refrigerator.
Foods should be placed slightly apart on
refrigerator shelves to allow the cooling air to
circulate.
Exposed condenser coils/panels (usually at the
back of the unit) MUST be kept clean and dust
free. When cleaning you must be careful not to
damage the panels.
Do not place the refrigerator near the stove or
against an uninsulated wall that faces the sun.
Allow adequate space around the refrigerator for
free air circulation. The air carries heat away
from the fridge - if air can not circulate, the
fridge can not work properly.
Switch on the energy saving switch, if one is
fitted to the refrigerator.
Switch off, empty or clean your fridge, when
taking an extended holiday.
