Michigan State University Extension
Home Maintenance And Repair - 01500230
06/24/03
Freezer Care
Locate in a cool, dry room for most efficient
operation. The freezer mechanism will run better above 40
F. Leave room on both sides and back for heat to be given
off in air. Plug into a grounded outlet. Plug only into
its own circuit so an overload from another appliance
cannot shut it off. It should be leveled so the door
closes tightly; uprights may be tilted slightly from the
front so the door closes readily.
If freezer is in out-of-way location, check
frequently to be sure it's running. If on vacation, ask
neighbor to check to be sure it doesn't go off and food
spoil.
Never run frost-free freezers where temperature goes
below 60 F. Compressor will not run enough to keep food
from thawing and spoiling.
Defrost freezers about once a year, before frost is
1/2 inch thick on inside walls and clean. Use a plastic
or wooden scraper, not a sharp instrument.
This article was written by Anne Field, Extension
Specialist, Emeritus with references from MSU Extension
bulletin, Choosing and Using: Your Food Freezer.
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Issued in furtherance of MSU Extension work, acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in
cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Thomas G. Coon, Director,
MSU Extension, East Lansing,MI 48824. This information is for educational
purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names does not imply
endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned.
This file was generated from data base 02 on 02/04/08.
Data base 02 was last revised on 06/24/03.
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