Climatic class of the refrigerator

What relation can the residence have to the refrigerator? The most direct! After all, one unit has to work in the tropics, the other - in the Far North. Strong frosts and high temperatures for household appliances are dangerous, since they can disable it. That is why an important indicator such as the climatic class of the refrigerator is important, and it is necessary to pay attention to it when choosing your home assistant.

Classification

Each manufacturer must specify this parameter on the refrigerator (in the form of a sticker) or in the accompanying documentation. If the unit, alas, failed because you wrongly chose the climatic class of the refrigerator, then the service center has every right to refuse warranty service.

There are only four main classes: climatic class N, SN, ST and T. Let's consider them in more detail. In class N there are refrigerators designed for operation under normal conditions, that is, in a temperature range of 16-32 degrees. In our latitudes, such models are the most in demand. The SN class includes aggregates that will operate normally at an ambient temperature of 10 to 32 degrees. If the temperature in a certain area fluctuates between 18-38 degrees and the humidity is relatively high, you should pay attention to the refrigerators of the climatic class ST. For the hottest countries, where temperatures can fluctuate from 18 to 43 degrees, coolers of class T will do.

Several years ago, some manufacturers started producing refrigerators that belong to the double class:

• N-ST (16-38 degrees);
• NT (16-43 degrees);
• SN-ST (10-38 degrees);
• SN-T (10-43 degrees).

Obviously, refrigerators belonging to the SN-T class are the most versatile, since they can function normally under the widest temperature range.

It is worth noting that the climatic class of the refrigerator and freezer - an indicator that is identifiable in any country. Before offering consumers the next batch of refrigerators, the manufacturer must test them in conditions that are as close as possible to those where the equipment will subsequently be used. For example, in Russia each piece of equipment must comply with GOSTs. In Russian refrigerators, the class SN, as well as N, is additionally marked with the letters UHL, which means "moderately cold climate". Household refrigerators designed for the tropics, but manufactured in Russia, are additionally marked with the letter O, that is, "general climatic".

Differences

Do not think that pointing out double classes, manufacturers are trying to interest potential buyers more universal models of refrigerators. The fact is that the constructive solution in them is radically different. This is an insulating layer. The wider the temperature range of the environment, the hotter the climate, the greater will be its thickness. In addition, such models require the use of more powerful compressors, increased areas of capacitors, the availability of additional fans that increase the efficiency of heat transfer.

If you decide to purchase a double-class refrigerator, you should understand that this versatility will affect the price of the unit. In addition, take into account the fact that universal refrigerators consume several times more electricity. That's why it's worth spending a little more time to find in the home appliances store the look of a refrigerator that perfectly matches the conditions of your home.