How to adjust the temperature of your appliance?

An incorrectly adjusted refrigerator or freezer can lead to poor food preservation, a energy overheating, or the appearance of mould and bacteria. Knowledge set the temperature of your appliance is therefore essential to combine hygiene, performance and energy savings.

In this article, Frigelux explains how to adjust the temperature of your refrigerator and freezer, depending on the season, the content and your habits.

Why is setting the right temperature so important ?

Incorrect adjustment can have several consequences:

• Your food won't keep as long ;

• Bacteria proliferate faster in poorly cooled areas ;

• The device consumes more electricity ;

• Frost or condensation may form on the walls.

Ideal refrigerator temperature

The recommended temperature for a domestic refrigerator is 3 °C to 5 °C.

Here's a general guide for each zone of your fridge:

A fridge that's too hot (above 7°C) increases health risks. Conversely, below 2°C, certain foods can freeze and lose their quality.

Ideal freezer temperature

The ideal temperature for a freezer is -18 °C.

This threshold allows :

• From freeze food safely ; ;

• D'stop microbial growth ; ;

• From preserve nutritional qualities products.

Good to know: a temperature of -24°C or below is not necessary for normal domestic use, unless you freeze large quantities of very hot food.

How to adjust the temperature on your appliance Frigelux ? ?

If your device is equipped with a digital display :

• Enter the "Temperature" menu.

• Set the desired temperature manually (e.g. 4°C for the fridge, -18°C for the freezer).

• Wait a few hours before checking with a thermometer whether the actual temperature corresponds to the display.

If your appliance is equipped with a rotary thermostat :

• The adjustment wheel generally ranges from 1 (hottest) à 7 (coldest).

• As a general rule, the 3 or 4 corresponds to a temperature of around 4°C.

• Use a refrigerator thermometer to confirm correct setting.

When to adjust the temperature ?

In summer :

• As the ambient temperature rises, your appliance works harder.

• Set the temperature slightly cooler temperature: around 3°C for the fridge.

• Check that door seals are airtight.

After a full day of shopping :

• A very full fridge or freezer can take a long time to reach the right temperature.

• Do not overload the appliance to allow cold air to circulate.

• It is preferable to adjust downwards slightly for 24 hours.

If your appliance is underfilled :

• Reduce the cold slightly to Avoid over-consumption of energy.

• Place a bottle of water in the fridge to stabilize the temperature if necessary.

Tips for maintaining a stable temperature

• Do not leave the door open too long.

• Defrost regularly your freezer if it is not equipped with No Frost technology.

• Avoid placing the device near a heat source (oven, radiator, direct sunlight).

• Leave some space around the walls to promote cold air circulation.

FAQ - Fridge / freezer temperature setting

How do I know if my fridge is at the right temperature ?

Use a special refrigerator thermometer, placed in the center of the unit. The ideal temperature is 4 °C.

Does it matter if my freezer is -15°C ?

Yes, this can compromise the safety of frozen foods. The recommended minimum is -18 °C to stop bacteria.

What should I do if my fridge has too much frost ?

This may indicate a setting too low, a poorly closed door or sealing problem. Clean, check the door seal, and adjust the thermostat.

In a nutshell

To guarantee good food preservation, , reduce health risks and save energy, it is essential to :

• Set your refrigerator between 3 and 5 °C ; ;

• Set your freezer to -18 °C ; ;

• Adjust settings according to season, load or use.

The devices Frigelux allow precise temperature control for optimum preservation, every day, all year round.