Want to reduce your bills? Test this simple tip with a paper towel!
Who would have thought a simple leaf d’towel could help you reduce Your energy bills? And yet, a simple tip allows you to check if your refrigerator is waste energy, without even having to call on a professional!
An ingenious tip
There is a Simple but effective method To test the seal of the seal of its refrigerator (a technique revealed at the base by a repairer). And it only takes a few seconds to know if you have a problem, and thus avoid losing energy unnecessarily!
This tip works on a very simple principle: A door seal that is not functional means a loss of cold and, therefore, Energy overconsumption.
The leaf-tout at the rescue
And yes, you only need a towel To find out if your refrigerator has a sealing problem! Here’s how to proceed:
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- Take a towel sheet And slip it into the door of your fridge.
- Close the door taking care of Clean up the sheet inside.
- Then pull on the sheet.
If the sheet comes out without too much resistancethis is a sign that the joint From your fridge no longer works properly. In other words, cold air escapes, which forces your fridge to work more to maintain the ideal temperature, Was dying of energy!
How to save energy?
Do not panic, if your test reveals that The joint is a bit tiredthere is a simple solution to give it back its grip function. The key? Heat !
With a hair dryer Set at low temperature, apply heat to the whole periphery of the seal. This technique has the effect of Make the rubber less smoothwhich improves the adhesion of the joint and, therefore, the tightness of your fridge.
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However, this method is not miraculous. If the seal is too damaged, then it is better to change it. Besides, it is recommended to replace the joint of your fridge every 4 to 5 years. To do this, remove the seal and remember to clean the groove before embedding the new seal.
A little gesture, big savings!
Thanks to this simple tip, you can not only extend the life of your fridge, but also realize savings energy that will soon have their little effect on your electricity bill.
So, are you going to do ce test express ? With a little luck, he will tell you that your fridge is perfectly waterproof … And if not, you know what to do!
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