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Fridge and Freezer Thermometers: Six Steps for Safe Temperatures

Control-panel settings may differ from actual temperatures. Use appliance thermometers in both compartments.

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1. Get thermometers intended for refrigerator and freezer appliances.
2. Keep one in each compartment to measure actual temperatures.
3. Target 4°C or below in the fridge and around −18°C or below in the freezer.
4. Allow temperatures to stabilize after changing settings, then read the instruments.
5. If readings are too warm, inspect the doors and seals and follow the appliance manual.
6. After an outage, use actual readings together with food-specific safety guidance.