REFRIGERATOR

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Information on Refrigerator (Fridge)

Description

A Refrigerator (Fridge) keeps food and drink cool. Many types of refrigerator also include a freezer.
    

Different types of Refrigerator (Fridge)

  • top/bottom fridge/freezer
  • Side-by-side fridge/freezer.
  • A bar fridge is intended to keep a small quantity of drinks cold

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    Typical features of a Refrigerator (Fridge)

    Features often found in a Refrigerator (Fridge) include:
  • Ice makers
  • Water coolers
  • Automatic defrost
  • Internal light
  • Good seal around doors
  • Appropriate size. A larger refridgerator is likely to use more energy.

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    Some things to look for in Refrigerator (Fridge)

    Ideas to think about when buying a Refrigerator (Fridge):
  • Energy rating
  • Temperature uniformity and stability. You might be able to find information on this in independent reviews.Temperature stability is often worse in a side-by side fridge/freezer than in a top/bottom.
  • Compiance with safety requirements.

    • Manufacturers of Refrigerator (Fridge)

    Brands of Refrigerator (Fridge) include:
    • Samsung.  Products from Samsung include Freezer, and Upside Down Refrigerator
    • Westinghouse.  Products from Westinghouse include Front Loader, Freezer and Refrigerator
    • GE.  Products from GE include Air Conditioner, Electric Cooktop, Gas Oven, Electric Oven and Oven
    • Frigidaire.  Products from Frigidaire include Electric Cooktop, Gas Cooktop and Refrigerator
    • Maytag.  Products from Maytag include Dishwasher, Cooktop, Refrigerator and Electric Cooktop
    • Fisher and Paykel.  Products from Fisher and Paykel include Dishwasher, Electric Oven, and Electric Cooktop


    Other topics in our resources on Appliances related to Refrigerator include: 
     
  • Electric Jug
  • Coffee
  • Bread Maker (Bread machine)
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
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  • Kettle
  • Rangehood
  • Food Processing
  • Sandwich Maker
  • Toaster
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  • Steamer
  • Cooktop (Stove)
  • Upside Down Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Side by Side Refrigerator

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