Higher or lower fridge temperature

Which would save electricity: higher or lower setting, in summer. My husband set it low and I tend to set it higher. I do not want my stuff to be ruined by a too low setting.

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Best Answer

Refrigerators are heat engines, and the energy cost is somewhat proportional to the difference in temperature desired. Assuming your room temperature is typical, higher internal refrigerator temperatures are going to therefore take less energy to maintain.

Modern refrigerators are well insulated and remarkably energy efficient.

You should choose the the temperature setting of your refrigerator based on the quality and safety of the foods stored within, which indicates a temperature of about 32-40°F (0-4°C).

Too cold may freeze food, which can lead to quality issues, but is safe. Too warm can allow food to spoil, which is a far greater risk.

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Quick Answer about "Higher or lower fridge temperature"

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that you keep your refrigerator temperature at or below 40°F and your freezer temperature at or below 0°F. However, the ideal refrigerator temperature is actually lower. Aim to stay between 35° and 38°F (or 1.7 to 3.3°C).

Which is colder on a fridge 1 or 7?

On every fridge the rules for the coldest settings are always the following: The numbers on the fridge's temperature dial indicate refrigerant power. The higher the number goes the colder the fridge will maintain.

Should the fridge be on low or high?

The ideal refrigerator temperature is 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below in the main part of the fridge. The optimal temperature for keeping foods cold is 37 degrees Fahrenheit.

Which is colder on a freezer 1 or 7?

Your freezer will automatically maintain the temperature level you select. The temperature control dial has 7 settings, plus OFF. "1" is the warmest, "7" is the coldest, and turning the temperature dial to OFF shuts down the compressor.

Is the fridge colder on max or min?

Yes, Min is the Warmest and Max is the coldest.

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