This is because the dials on fridges don t always show you the right temperature.
Fridge and freezer temperatures uk.
Leaving space allows air to circulate and maintains the set temperature.
Food waste charity wrap said british people aren t aware exactly what temperature their cooling devices should be which can in turn lead to more food waste.
If the temperature drops below the minimum stated on the climate rating which is more likely the freezer on a fridge freezer controlled by only one stat may even switch off and defrost.
It s recommended that you alternate between a probe and the gauge and occasionally use both to account for cases where one may be faulty.
The fridge freezer wins the award for the hardest working kitchen appliance.
According to the uk food standards agency the ideal fridge temperature for food is 8 c and below.
Remember that the fridge should be 5 ºc or lower and the freezer should be 18 ºc or lower.
Your fridge should be 5 c or below.
The ideal fridge temperature is between 37 f 3 c and 40 f 5 c your freezer temperature should be at 0 f 18 c and it takes about 24 hours for your fridge to adjust to any changes you make.
You should use a probe and or the internal temperature gauge to check the temperatures.
Don t overfill your fridge.
Typically in the uk the temperature range is 10 degrees c to 30 degree c.
This could cause overheating breakdowns and higher energy bills.
But do you know what the best temperature is for it.