Regularly defrosting your freezer is an important process for maintaining its efficiency and reducing your electricity bill. The layer of ice that forms inside can have various effects on the appliance’s efficiency, lifespan, and, most importantly, its consumption. Find out why defrosting your freezer saves energy and how you can do it quickly without having to unplug it.
Why does the freezer need to be defrosted regularly?
Regularly defrosting your freezer is an important step to maintain its efficiency and avoid high energy consumption. If done correctly, this procedure can save 30% of energy consumption for every half centimeter of frost removed. Here are the reasons why.
- Reduce energy consumption
The layer of ice that forms inside the freezer is several centimeters thick and can reduce the efficiency of the motor, making it work harder and therefore consume more energy. This is because the layer of ice acts as a barrier to the flow of heat from the outside environment to the motor, causing it to increase speed to maintain the desired temperature inside the freezer. In addition, the thermal resistance of the freezer walls increases, making it more difficult to transfer heat from the outside environment to the inside of the appliance. By removing excess ice, the motor runs more efficiently and uses less electricity.
- Avoid overheating
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