Refrigerator - CFC July 19/20

The household appliance that uses the most energy is the REFRIGERATOR. Here are some ways to improve the energy efficiency of your Refrigerator:

*Keep the temperature between 36 and 38 degrees. Keeping the temperature 10 degrees lower than the recommended level can increase energy use by as much as 25%.
*Check the door seals to make sure they are functioning properly.
*Move refrigerator to a cooler location in the kitchen.
*Avoid putting hot foods directly in the refrigerator or freezer. Let them cool at room temperature first.
*Cover foods, especially liquids. Otherwise they will release moisture into the refrigerator compartment, increasing energy use by the refrigerator.
*A full refrigerator and freezer will perform better than when they are nearly empty. If they are not full, store plastic containers with water to keep interior temperatures more stable when their doors are opened.
*If you have a freezer or second refrigerator that is nearly empty, turn it off. You will do no harm to the unit by turning it on and off periodically.
*Mark items in the freezer for quick identification so that you do not have to search with the door open.