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Advertisement ReferencesAbout This ArticleArticle SummaryX To set your refrigerator temperature on a digital refrigerator, use the arrow or number keys on the digital keypad to set the temperature between 35 to 38 degrees F. If your refrigerator has a dial or slide mechanism, start by checking the current temperature using an appliance thermometer. If the temperature is lower than 37 degrees F or higher than 40 degrees F, move the mechanism 1 number in either the “cooler” or “warmer” direction. Check the temperature again after 5 to 8 hours and adjust the setting again, if needed. To learn more about the ideal temperature range for your fridge, read on! Did this summary help you? Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 400,464 times. Reader Success Stories
If you buy through links on our site, we may earn a commission. Did this article help you?Is 34 too cold for refrigerator?The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that you keep your refrigerator temperature at or below 40°F and your freezer temperature at or below 0°F. However, the ideal refrigerator temperature is actually lower. Aim to stay between 35° and 38°F (or 1.7 to 3.3°C).
What's the best temperature for a refrigerator and freezer?Learn more. Is there a “correct” temperature for refrigerators and freezers? Yep: A fridge temperature of 37° F will keep fresh food good for as long as possible—with no ice crystals on lettuce or bacteria breeding in raw meats. As for the freezer, a temperature of 0° F will keep foods thoroughly frozen.
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