If you set your refrigerator temperature too low, your food
will freeze. Set it too high, however, and your food will spoil quicker due to
increased bacterial growth. It’s hard to
know what is too high and what is too low…
The recommended temperature for your refrigerator ranges
from 35 degrees to 38 degrees and it’s best to keep it stocked well with food,
because — believe it or not — a fully stocked fridge holds its temperature
better than one with a couple condiment bottles in the door.
The best test for your refrigerator’s temperature is a
beverage. If you don’t like the temperature of your beverage, adjust the
fridge. If you think your refrigerator is too cold, increase the temperature by
1 degree and allow 24 hours for the compartment to adjust. Obviously, do the
opposite if you think your refrigerator is too warm.
To ensure proper temperatures, air has to be able to flow
between the refrigerator and freezer sections.
Make sure the air vents aren’t blocked by anything. Otherwise, it might
block the flow of air to the refrigerator, which in turn causes temperature and
moisture problems.
If your refrigerator is too warm, pop off your kick-plate and clean it
out. If your refrigerator can’t exhaust
properly, it can’t cool properly. So, vacuum the condenser every three months!
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