What is a Fridge?
A fridge is a large metal container that is kept cool, usually by electricity, so that food that is put in it stays fresh.
Where Can I Find a Fridge In South Africa?
How long do fridges last?
10 to 18 years
According to the 23rd annual portrait of the U.S. appliance industry, standard refrigerators usually last anywhere from 10 to 18 years, with an average life expectancy of 14 years.
Compact refrigerator lifespan is even shorter, ranging from 4 to 12 years with an average life expectancy of 8 years.
Do fridges run all day?
Your fridge should run from around 35% of the day to around 85% of the day.
A refrigerator that gets opened more frequently has to operate more often to lower the temperature of warmer items, so this amount varies. However, no fridge should run all the time. Try following these steps to diagnose the problem.
Do fridges use a lot of electricity?
A home refrigerator’s power consumption is typically between 300 to 800 watts of electricity, or between 3 and 6 amps and about 120 volts.
Importantly, refrigerators generally have a much lower “running” wattage than their stated average wattage – this is because they cycle on and off throughout the day.