Don't put the refrigerator "here", the life is shortened and the power consumption is a little secret that fashionistas understand!
On the road of our pursuit of high-quality life, the selection and placement of household appliances are particularly important. As one of the indispensable electrical appliances in family life, the location of the refrigerator is the key to the service life and energy consumption. Today, let's explore the taboos of refrigerator placement and how to extend its service life and reduce energy consumption through reasonable placement.
First of all, let's be clear: the refrigerator should never be left at the kitchen door. Many families are accustomed to placing refrigerators at the door of the kitchen in order to make it easier to access the ingredients. However, there are many hidden dangers in this way of placement.
Imagine that every day in and out of the kitchen, we have to pass by the refrigerator. Not only does this increase the risk of the refrigerator being knocked over, but it can also increase energy consumption due to the loss of cold air due to frequent opening and closing of the refrigerator door. In addition, kitchen doorways tend to be busy areas for home activities, and noise and vibration can also adversely affect the operation of the refrigerator.
To illustrate this more vividly, we can use a dialogue. Fashionista Xiao Zhang and designer Xiao Li are discussing home furnishings. Xiao Zhang mentioned that his refrigerator was placed at the door of the kitchen, which he thought was very convenient. However, Xiao Li expressed concern: "Xiao Zhang, I don't think the refrigerator is suitable for the kitchen door. You are in and out of the kitchen a lot and it is easy to bump into the refrigerator. Moreover, this placement will increase the energy consumption of the refrigerator and affect the service life. After hearing this, Xiao Zhang suddenly realized that he decided to reconsider the placement of the refrigerator.
So, how should the refrigerator be placed? Next, let's explore a few reasonable suggestions for fridge placement.
First, place the refrigerator in a well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight. This ensures smooth cooling of the refrigerator and reduces energy consumption. At the same time, avoiding direct sunlight can also prevent the surface of the refrigerator from overheating, affecting the service life.
Secondly, keep a certain distance between the refrigerator and the wall. In general, the distance between the refrigerator and the wall should be kept at least 10 cm. This ensures that the refrigerator dissipates heat well and avoids increased energy consumption and shortened life due to poor heat dissipation.
Also, try to avoid keeping the refrigerator in a humid environment. A humid environment can easily lead to rust and damage to the internal parts of the refrigerator, which will affect the service life. Therefore, when choosing a location for your refrigerator, try to avoid damp corners or places such as the bathroom.
Of course, there are other ways to reduce the energy consumption and extend the life of your refrigerator in addition to its placement. For example, regularly clean the inside of the refrigerator from frost and debris to keep the inside of the refrigerator tidy and ventilated. At the same time, arrange the storage location of ingredients reasonably and avoid opening and closing the refrigerator door frequently. In addition, choosing refrigerators with higher energy efficiency ratings is also an effective way to reduce energy consumption.
Now, let's go through a conversation to show how to apply these recommendations. Fashionista Xiao Zhang and designer Xiao Li once again discuss home furnishings. Xiao Zhang said that he realized the importance of the location of the refrigerator and asked Xiao Li how to choose the right place. Li suggested that Zhang place the refrigerator in a well-ventilated corner away from direct sunlight and keep it at a distance from the wall. At the same time, he also reminded Xiao Zhang to clean the inside of the refrigerator regularly and keep it clean and ventilated. Xiao Zhang felt deeply benefited after hearing this, and said that he would take action immediately.
In addition to the above suggestions, there are some tips that can help us use our refrigerator better and reduce energy consumption. For example, in the summer when the temperature is high, we can appropriately adjust the temperature setting point of the refrigerator to reduce energy consumption; When storing ingredients, they can be grouped into different areas for quick finding; When buying ingredients, you can try to choose ingredients that are shelf-stable to reduce the need for frequent purchase and storage.
In short, as one of the indispensable electrical appliances in family life, the location and use of refrigerators are directly related to the service life and energy consumption. With proper placement and use, the life of the refrigerator can be extended and energy consumption can be reduced. Let's start from the details and contribute to environmental protection and energy saving!