Some people believe that disconnecting the power from the deep freezer will preserve its lifespan, make it last longer, and maintain the strength of the motor and cooling capacity.
Others are searching for the cases in which electrical appliances, including deep freezers, should be disconnected from their power and how to restart them after disconnecting them.
So we will take you on a tour through this article to be your comprehensive guide to knowing everything related to this topic.
Disconnect the electricity from the deep freezer.
Many customers who have a deep freezer at home resort to disconnecting the power from the freezer from time to time to save electricity, preserve the life of the motor, and reduce the stress caused by the continuous operation of the deep freezer.
But let us tell you something important: disconnecting the power from the deep freezer causes certain damage. It does not contribute to rationalizing electricity consumption or preserving the life of the motor, as some believe.
When you turn on your deep freezer for the first time, it takes at least 6 hours for it to reach the required cooling temperature and then maintain it throughout its operation.
When the deep freezer is turned off for a period of time and then turned back on again, it takes the same amount of time, estimated at 6 hours, to reach the required cooling temperature again, which leads to increased pressure on the motor to reach the required cooling temperature each time it is turned on.
The harms of disconnecting the electricity from the refrigerator
Many families disconnect their refrigerators or freezers from their power for a variety of purposes, causing significant damage, including:
Impact on engine power
Some people believe that disconnecting the power from the deep freezer helps preserve the life of the motor and protect it from damage. However, the deep freezer's operation is essentially automatic, maintaining the cooling temperature to preserve food and meals.
Therefore, the deep freezer operates for 6 hours when it is first turned on until it is filled with Freon liquid and is able to freeze and preserve food.
When the desired freezing temperature is reached, the motor automatically shuts off, and the freezer only maintains the internal temperature.
Increased electricity consumption
When disconnecting the power from the deep freezer and then restarting it after a period of time, this requires the need to increase the rate of electricity consumption, as the deep freezer must be left running again for a period of no less than 6 continuous hours to reach the required freezing temperature.
Thawing frozen foods exposes them to spoilage
Many foods, especially meat, are susceptible to spoilage when thawed after freezing, due to exposure to a temperature different from the environment in which they were stored. This results in the loss of important nutrients and may even lead to the spoilage of these foods.
Some signs of rot appear inside the deep freezer
Some customers experience the appearance of mold or small insects after cleaning their deep freezers thoroughly after unplugging them. The freezing temperature prevents insects from approaching the deep freezer, keeping it clean.
When the electricity is cut off, insects begin to search for safe places to stay, and the temperature changes and the presence of some water droplets inside cause signs of rot and unpleasant odors.
Should I disconnect the power from my freezer or refrigerator from time to time?
Do not disconnect the power from the deep freezer or refrigerator from time to time to conserve energy or protect the device from damage. If the deep freezer or refrigerator is disconnected from the power without a valid reason,
Cases in which it is permissible to disconnect the electricity from the deep freezer
Some customers who own a deep freezer face situations where they are confused about whether to disconnect the power to the deep freezer or leave it running. Therefore, we will present these situations to you:
If there is a problem with the electrical current frequency
Some areas occasionally experience power outages. When the power supply becomes irregular, it can damage some electrical appliances.
Therefore, if there is a problem with the electrical current that causes a power outage for a long period of time or if there is a change in the electrical frequency, the power to the deep freezer must be disconnected and the food stored inside must be emptied if the problem persists for a long period of time.
In case of long-term travel
Families often worry about their deep freezers when planning a trip for longer than a week, for fear of a prolonged power outage or a power outage during their absence.
So in that case, you can disconnect the power from the deep freezer and empty it of food until you return from your trip and then turn it back on.
When moving from one place to another
When moving from one house to another, families prepare by unplugging, cleaning, and packing electrical appliances for the move. Therefore, the deep freezer should be disconnected from the power well in advance of the move, emptied of food, thoroughly cleaned from the inside, and left to dry.
Operating the deep freezer after moving
There are several things to consider when Restarting the deep freezer after moving They are:
- Run the freezer empty for at least 6 hours before putting food back in.
- Rearrange the food in an organized and tidy manner inside the deep freezer.
- Do not plug the deep freezer into a multi-socket.
- Ensure that the thermostat is set to the normal operating temperature, which is 3 degrees.
Tips for rationalizing electricity consumption in the deep freezer
Deep freezer manufacturers offer several tips to help you reduce your deep freezer's electricity consumption:
- Adjust the temperature of the deep freezer by adjusting the thermostat, which is usually at 3 degrees.
- Choose the most appropriate place to put the deep freezer, so that it is in a well-ventilated place that is not exposed to high temperatures.
- Do not put a large amount of unfrozen food in the deep freezer at one time.
- Make sure the door is closed tightly after opening it to take out or put in food.
- The seal on the door should be checked from time to time, as this seal prevents heat from escaping from the freezer and helps it stay cool for as long as possible. It also makes the freezer door tightly closed.
Freezer separation
Some customers become very concerned when they think the freezer has shut down after the motor noise disappears. However, this is completely normal. The deep freezer motor operates for a period of time until it reaches the desired freezing temperature, then shuts down automatically. This causes the motor noise to disappear, after which it starts working again, and so on.
It's worth noting that there are some cases where when the freezer shuts down, there is actually a problem that requires intervention from a support and maintenance engineer. Perhaps it needs a deep cleaning, or perhaps there is a problem with the power supply.
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