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Monday, August 3, 2009

New Year’s Resolution Tip #8 of 12 – Adjust the Temperature on your Refrigerator

Estimated Cost: $6.00 + shipping for a thermometer or FREE if your fridge has a numbered temperature dial.

Ease of Install: Very Easy

Other Notes: The Department of Energy and Energy Star recommend you keep your refrigerator temperature between 35 and 39 degrees Fahrenheit – this is the ideal temperature so your food doesn’t spoil nor do you use excess energy to over chill your refrigerator. I found a $6 refrigerator/freezer thermometer which you can put in your unit to see the temperature.

Other refrigerator tips on saving energy?
  • Place your refrigerator in a cool place (away from the oven, dishwasher, etc)
  • Allow circulation behind the fridge
  • Clean the condenser coils behind the unit
  • Check the door seals to ensure it closes properly
  • Keep the door closed (minimize the amount of time you keep the door open)

1 comments:

Stan said...

Those are all great tips. A lot of them could be applies to your air conditioner.