Still Turning Off the Fridge Manually Every Night? Auto-Cut Feature Explained
When should you turn off your fridge?
Ever wondered if you should manually switch it off every few hours, days or even during the night?
Here is a breakdown about the truth of the fridge functioning, the auto cut feature, and when is it okay to switch off the fridge.
Built-In Intelligence: What is Auto-Cut?
The fridge has an auto cut feature which is a thermostat controlled function. This allows the fridge to turn off the compressor once ideal cooling temperature is achieved and then restart when internal temperature rises again. This cycle maintains consistent cooling without wasting the electricity.
Short Answer: A Big NO
Compressor gets stressed when switched off manually every few hours or at night disrupting it’s natural cooling cycle risking the food spoilage because it is designed to run 24/7. The auto-cut already handles energy saving, so there is no need for manual breaks.
Turn Off Only In These Cases
When you’re going away for two more weeks, the fridge must be clean and empty. You must defrost manually and make sure that you have turned off the water supply if the fridge has auto ice.
Auto-Cut Works Like a Pulse!
Based on the temperature inside and outside the fridge, number of times the door is opened and the quantity of items stored impacts the compressor cuts off. It restarts every 20 to 45 minutes where a fridge spends 40 to 60% of the time in cut mode, already saving the power.
Power Saver or Power Waster?
You may reduce electricity, temporarily by turning off the fridge for a few hours. But, once the fridge is restarted, it will cause the compressor to work over time to recall, consuming even more energy. This will spoil the food and lead to growth of the bacteria.
Cool Smarter, Not Harder
Here are some tips to cut electricity cost without turning off the fridge: don’t leave the door open when not required, don’t overload shelves or block air vents, set the temperature to 3 to 5°C and freezer to -18°C, clean the coils regularly and use stabilizers in power fluctuating areas.
Let It Run. Let It Cool. Trust Auto-Cut
Trust the auto cut and leave it on for best use to avoid frequent shut downs. This is smarter, safer, and sustain the appliance’s health.
Disclaimer: This gallery is for general educational purposes. Auto-cut frequency and cooling cycles may vary by fridge model, brand and usage. Always refer to your refrigerator's manual or seek professional advice if unsure.
