Does fridge temperature affect electricity?
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Does fridge temperature affect electricity?
If your temperature is set too low, this can unnecessarily use up much more electricity. Your refrigerator should be set between 37 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit to keep your food fresh and lower your electric costs.
How many degrees Celsius should a fridge be?
4° C
Keep the refrigerator temperature at or below 40° F (4° C). The freezer temperature should be 0° F (-18° C). Check temperatures periodically. Appliance thermometers are the best way of knowing these temperatures and are generally inexpensive.
How can I reduce the power consumption of my fridge?
Follow these tips, and your refrigerator will be working smarter, not harder.
- Choose or upgrade to an energy-efficient model.
- Give your fridge a cool place and some room to breathe.
- Keep the door closed.
- Keep your fridge organised.
- Keep your fridge full.
- Store Food Properly.
- Don’t put hot food in your refrigerator.
How much power does a fridge freezer use?
Kitchen
| Appliance | Typical power use (watts) | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Freezer – vertical 300L | 40c /day | |
| Fridge/freezer – 15 years old – 380L | 54c /day | |
| Fridge/freezer – 10 years old – 372L | 44c /day | |
| Fridge/freezer – new – 372L | 455 | 32c /day |
How do I check the power consumption of my refrigerator?
A fridge will use anywhere from 100 watt to 400 watt depending on it’s size. If you have a BEE rated refrigerator then you can see it’s power consumption on the BEE sticker itself. The below image shows that the annual power consumption of my 230 liter LG refrigerator is 460 kWh.
How much power do appliances use?
How Much Electricity Do My Home Appliances Use?
| Appliance | Wattage per hour of use | Annual cost (at average use) |
|---|---|---|
| Television (>40”, HD TV) | 234 | $41.00 |
| Refrigerator | 225 | $78.84 |
| Washing Machine | 255 | $9.55 |
| Dryer | 2790 | $104.46 |