6 tips to save energy with your freezer

With these 6 tips, you can save energy with a freezer.

• Tip 1. install the freezer properly
• Tip 2. open the door as little as possible
• Tip 3. fill the freezer
• Tip 4. clean and defrost regularly
• Tip 5. let leftovers cool off
• Tip 6. turn off the freezer

You can save a lot of costs by installing the freezer in the right way. Place the appliance on a flat surface. Don't place it next to a radiator or in direct sunlight. Also, keep the minimum ambient temperature in mind. You can then adjust the temperature to -18°.

Once you open the freezer door, the appliance loses a lot of cold air and warm air gets in. That's why you should try to open the door as little as possible. For example, think about what you need from the freezer first, before you open the door. Make sure the door closes properly afterwards. And, clean the door seal once every so often, so the door will continue to close properly.

A full freezer consumes less energy than an empty freezer. That's because your frozen fruits, bread, and minced meat hold the cold air. That way, the freezer doesn't have to cool as often. Don't put too much in the freezer, because the air won't be able to circulate properly.

A clean freezer lasts longer and is more hygienic for your groceries. Get some soapy water and clean the appliance regularly. Do you have a model with Low Frost or without anti-ice buildup? There'll be ice buildup in the freezer after a while. The appliance consumes about 10% more energy for every 2ml of ice. That's why you should defrost your freezer on a regular basis.

You can easily keep leftover soup or homemade pasta in the freezer. Make sure to let these leftovers cool off before you put them in the freezer. That way, you prevent the temperature in the freezer from rising, which would make the freezer start cooling again.

Are you going on a vacation or do you have a second freezer? Turn off the appliance when you're not using it. Empty and clean the appliance first, and leave the door on the latch. That way, you prevent nasty odors and mold. Some models also have a vacation mode, which turns off the appliance and saves energy.