This chapter covers design and construction of household refrigerators and freezers. Providing optimized conditions for preserving stored food is the primary function of a refrigerator or freezer. This is done by storing food at reduced temperature. Ice making is an essential secondary function in some markets. A related product, the wine chiller, provides optimum temperatures for storing wine, at temperatures from 45 to 65°F (7 to 18°C). Wine chillers are often manufactured by the same companies using the same technologies as refrigerators and freezers. Dual-use products combining a wine storage compartment with fresh-food and/or freezer compartments have also been manufactured.
Primary Functions
Cabinets
Refrigerating Systems
Performance and Evaluation
Safety Requirements
Durability and Service
ISBN: 978-1-939200-98-3 (for SI versions of chapters)
ISSN: 1930-7217 (for SI versions of chapters)
Citation: 2018 ASHRAE Handbook–Refrigeration
Product Details
- Published:
- 2018
- ISBN(s):
- 9781939200983
- Number of Pages:
- 13
- Units of Measure:
- SI
- File Size:
- 1 file , 690 KB
- Product Code(s):
- D-R172018SI
