Which switch is used in refrigerator?

ADVERTISEMENTS: It is a thermal switch. As soon as the temperature reaches – 7°C in the freezer and – 10°C in other parts of the fridge (domestic fridge), the thermostat automatically cuts off the supply to the machine.

Why do fridges have light switches?

The reason the light comes on is the switch near the hinge side of the door. It’s usually a spring loaded ‘button’. The light bulb puts out heat so you don’t want it on all the time as it would make it harder to cool the inside of the fridge. The reason for the light is to see whats in the fridge.

Where is refrigerator light switch?

The location of the switch varies depending on the model of your refrigerator, but it is usually located somewhere near the top of the door opening. The switch is often mounted into the interior plastic liner and care should be taken when removing it to prevent damage to the liner.

Why is my freezer light not working?

When the freezer is opened the guide rails activate the switch and in turn it turns off the icemaker and turns on the freezer light. When the slide out door is closed the switch turns off the freezer light and turns the icemaker back on. If in the process of removing the drawer from the rails the switch is disturbed it can stop working.

Should you paint behind refrigerators and light switches?

If you really like your paint color, you should paint behind light switches and the refrigerator because those places won’t discolor as quickly as exposed paint will. When it comes time to repaint, you can use those areas as references to match paint. Some paint mixers can actually take a flake of paint and mix the exact same color.

How does the refrigerator light work?

The lightbulb is operated by a small lever switch or push-button switch mounted in the door of the refrigerator. When depressed by the door closing on it, the switch interrupts the circuit and shuts the lightbulb off; when the door opens, the switch completes the circuit and causes the light to illuminate.