How Does an Auto Defrost Fridge Or Freezer Work?
Auto defrost fridges and freezers are an asset to any home as they prevent you from ever having to defrost your appliance. Auto defrost is also known as frost free depending upon the brand of appliance you choose. An auto defrost fridge works by periodically heating the appliance (not enough to damage or defrost your food) and using a blower fan to keep moisture out of the appliance. This combination of heating and air circulation ensures ice doesn’t build up on the cooling element. What happens when ice builds up on the cooling element? Ice build up prevents your fridge or freezer from working efficiently. It means the appliance has to work harder to keep your food fresh or frozen, and therefore more energy is used. This energy wastage leads to higher electricity bills – which are never appealing with the rising cost of energy – and food spoilage, which can also be expensive. In addition, the build up of ice leaves you with less room in which to store your food. In non-auto defrost fr
