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Freezer power saving overnight.

hertzal123
Just read on another forum about a device that switches off domestic freezers for short periods overnight to save

power.Just wondered if this is worthwhile in a domestic setting.

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                                                                                                   Hz
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    A newer appliance will probably use less energy.

    The energy consumption of a proposed new appliance can be found on the energy label attached to the appliance. Expressed in terms of number of KWH used per year.


    The energy consumption of your existing freezer may be measured by means of a plug in power and energy monitor these are available cheaply on line.

    Alternatively use a spare DNO type electricity meter, many people in the electrical industry have one lying around.


    No great accuracy can be expected since the test conditions for the new appliance may differ from the actual conditions under which the existing appliance is used. Ambient temperature and frequency of opening are the main factors.
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    A newer appliance will probably use less energy.

    The energy consumption of a proposed new appliance can be found on the energy label attached to the appliance. Expressed in terms of number of KWH used per year.


    The energy consumption of your existing freezer may be measured by means of a plug in power and energy monitor these are available cheaply on line.

    Alternatively use a spare DNO type electricity meter, many people in the electrical industry have one lying around.


    No great accuracy can be expected since the test conditions for the new appliance may differ from the actual conditions under which the existing appliance is used. Ambient temperature and frequency of opening are the main factors.
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