Normal
energy consumption
Increased
energy consumption
Installation /
maintenance
In a well-ventilated room.
In an enclosed,
poorly ventilated room.
Protected from direct
sunlight.
In direct sunlight.
Away from heat sources
(radiator, range/oven).
Near a heat source (radiator,
range/oven).
Where the room temperature
is ideal, i.e., around 68°F
(20°C).
Where the room temperature
is higher.
Do not block the ventilation
openings, and keep them
free of dust.
Where the ventilation
openings are blocked and
full of dust.
Temperature
setting
0°F (-18°C) in the freezer
section
With a low temperature
setting: the colder the
temperature in the freezer
section, the higher the
energy consumption.
How to save energy
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