The temperature selection on a Chest Freezer is made by setting the dial from ONE to SEVEN, with SEVEN being the coldest. The normal safe freezing level is obtained by setting the control on FOUR.
Your freezer will automatically maintain the temperature level you select. The temperature control dial has 7 settings, plus OFF. "1" is the warmest, "7" is the coldest, and turning the temperature dial to OFF shuts down the compressor.
To store frozen foods at best quality, keep the freezer set to maintain zero (0 °F or -17.8 °C). Some combination refrigerator-freezers cannot keep the freezer air that cold. As long as foods are solidly frozen, they will stay safe.
Confused by the numbers on your fridge's temperature dial? The numbers relate to how much power the fridge is using. So the rule is always the same: the higher the number, the colder the fridge.
The recommended freezer temperature to keep your food safe is at or below 0°F (-18°C), but your freezer may need to be set higher or lower depending on its environment and other factors. The typical freezer factory setting on Whirlpool® Refrigerators is a great starting point at the recommended 0°F (-18°C).
This ensures any bacteria present in the food will not grow and multiply, keeping the food safe to eat for longer periods of time. However, most freezer manufacturers recommend keeping the appliance between 0 and 5 degrees Fahrenheit for optimal performance.
1 is the warmest and 7 is the coldest. It is recommended that unless you have some special (and rational) reason to mess with the setting, just leave them at the factory settings. All the settings do is divert resources away from either the freezer or the refrigerator.
Should I Put My Fridge on 1 or 7? For the refrigerator temperature setting, we recommend you set it at 4(the middle), which is also the default setting when in the factory. You could adjust it based on your specific cooling needs.
Most refrigerators have a dial with numbers 1-7 or 1-9. The coldest setting is usually 7 or 9, while the warmest setting is 1. It is recommended to keep your refrigerator between 3-5 for optimal food storage.
It is recommended that a 4-star freezer needs to operate at -18 degrees Celsius as a minimum. This will prevent bacteria from growing and will keep your frozen food fresher for longer. Whilst it is recommended to keep your freezer below -18 degrees Celsius, it is important to not drop the temperature too low.
If you suspect your freezer is too cold, check the temperature. Most newer freezers have a built-in thermometer, or you can buy one and place it in the freezer. The ideal temperature for your freezer is 0 degrees Fahrenheit, but -10 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit should be fine.
Temperature control dial
Select the right temperature for your frozen food with 7 settings. "1" is the warmest and "7" is the coldest.
The short time limits for home-refrigerated foods will help keep them from spoiling or becoming dangerous to eat. The guidelines for freezer storage are for quality only—frozen foods stored continuously at 0°F (-18°C) or below can be kept indefinitely.
Turn knobs to lower numbers for warmer temperatures and to higher numbers for colder temperatures. The setting of 5 for both the fresh food and freezer section is the recommended setting for most environments.
The recommended temperature for the refrigerator is 3°C (37.4°F), while for the freezer, it's -18°C (-0.4°F) in Celsius.
➔ The set temperature for the fridge can be adjusted between 1℃ and 7℃. 1℃ is the temperature with the strongest cold air and 7℃ is the temperature with the weakest cold air.
The temperature selection on a Chest Freezer is made by setting the dial from ONE to SEVEN, with SEVEN being the coldest. The normal safe freezing level is obtained by setting the control on FOUR.
Below 20 is cool, below 10 degrees is cold, and below zero degrees means that it will be icy outside as the water will freeze and it will feel very cold outside.
Temperature Settings: Keep the fridge temperature between 35°F and 38°F (1.7°C to 3.3°C) for optimal food safety. The freezer should be set to 0°F (-18°C).
Typically, a lower number (e.g., 1 or 2) corresponds to a warmer setting, while a higher number (e.g., 6 or 7) indicates a colder setting. Keep in mind that the numbers may be displayed in a variety of ways, such as dots, dashes, or actual numerical values.
Freezer Temperatures
The temperature of a freezer should be set at 0 degrees Fahrenheit so everything stays very cold.
As for the freezer, a temperature of 0° F will keep foods thoroughly frozen.
For the fridge compartment, we recommend maintaining a temperature between 3°C to 5°C to slow bacterial growth and preserve perishable items effectively. Similarly, for the freezer compartment, it is best to set the temperature at -18°C or lower to freeze food solid and maintain its quality over longer periods.
The temperature selector knob is located on the back side of the refrigerator compartment. Setting “1” means Highest temperature, warmest setting. Setting “7” (end-stop) means Lowest temperature, coldest setting.