On not breaking things - like refrigerators and air conditioners

All,

Quick tips, in case you didn't know:

1. Running your refrigerator/freezer at the coldest temperature setting for long periods of time can actually break the unit. Yes, it will actually freeze up! The motor and chilling coils will actually freeze and break the refrigerator/freezer.

a. Proper setting is about halfway on the dial in your unit – if the dial goes 1-5, set it to 3. If the dial goes 1-9, set it to 5 or 6. This way you chill the food but not the motor.

2. The other thing that can freeze is your air conditioner. While we’ve had a very warm summer here in Philly, as the weather starts to cool down, it’s important to adjust the temperature setting on the A/C unit. Much in the same way a refrigerator chills, so does the A/C, and if you leave it at the coldest setting when it cools down outside, the motor inside will freeze.

a. It’s best to set it between 68-72 if you prefer a cooler experience. Anything lower should only be run for short period of time, otherwise you may be soon calling the office and asking for a new A/C unit.

Today's tips are brought to you by the letters A & C, the number 62 and the color ice blue.

Cheers,
RD Will