We consulted FDA guidelines, manufacturer recommendations, and an HVAC expert to find out the best temperature for your ...

Once you have the appliance set, be sure to check it periodically to make sure it's maintaining that temperature. Packing too much food on your shelves, for example, tends to make the interior warmer.

Key Takeaways If your freezer isn't working right, check for worn gaskets, dirty coils, or an overly empty freezer.Humid ...

In the freezer, a temperature of 0° F will keep foods thoroughly frozen. Armed with this information, you’d set your refrigerator to those temperatures, right?

Close the refrigerator door and wait a couple of hours (6-7 hours for best results) for the most accurate read. After taking the reading, adjust the temperature controls accordingly ...

The temperature-measuring equipment Consumer Reports uses in its lab tests is extremely precise, down to a fraction of a degree. As a result, we can tell you exactly where to set your refrigerator ...

Automated temperature settings aren't always accurate. Consumer Reports' testing reveals the best setting for each refrigerator in our ratings.Setting your refrigerator and freezer temperatures m ...