Buying a refrigerator can be a daunting task, there are so many different options to choice from! But don’t worry, if there are any terms which you are unsure of about refrigerators then our handy refrigerator glossary will be sure to answer your question. So there is no need to worry about which features to choose, read on and explore our refrigerator glossary and find the perfect appliance for your kitchen.
A lst of glossary terms
| Term |
Definition |
| A |
| Adjustable shelving |
The ability to move shelves inside the refrigerator to where you require them. Allowing flexibility to have your refrigerator layout how you want it, also great for awkward items |
| Anti Bacterial Protection |
This special coating is used on the surfaces of the refrigerator this coating helps to prevent and protect your appliance from the build up of bacteria. This feature is hygienic and reduces odours inside the refrigerator |
| Anti Bacterial Coating |
A coating inside the refrigerator which prevents cross contamination and makes the inside of the appliance a more hygienic area to chill your foods |
| Auto Defrost |
This popular feature eliminates the build up of ice and food inside the refrigerator. Auto defrost also means that there is no need to defrost this appliance |
| B |
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| Bottle Capacity |
The number of bottles which can be stored in your wine cooler |
| Built in - Integrated |
The front of the refrigerator is out of sight, hidden behind existing cupboard doors. This ensures that your new refrigerator won’t change your kitchens current appearance |
| C |
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| Chiller Zone |
Stores fresh meat, fish, ready cooked and chilled food at around 0°C for safer and longer storage. |
| D |
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| Dairy Compartment |
A hygienic space to store all your dairy products, ideal for cheeses. |
| Digital Display |
An easy to read screen which provides the exact temperature inside the refrigerator. Brilliant if you need to check food is being stored at the correct temperature. |
| E |
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| Energy Efficiency Rating |
A higher energy rating means that the refrigerator will be more energy efficient. A+ is the current highest refrigeration energy rating, worth considering to save money on your bills as well as reducing your carbon footprint |
| Energy Rating |
An industry standard rating between A – G given to your refrigerator showing how efficient it is, A+ is the highest for a refrigerator currently |
| Extra Deep Door Storage |
A convenient storage solution, great for storing large bottles within the door. No need to risk leaks and spills by storing them horizontally on the shelves within the refrigerator. |
| F |
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| Freestanding |
The front of the refrigerator is visible. This type of refrigerator can go wherever you have a space to fit the appliance. Either place a freestanding fridge underneath existing work tops or on its own |
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| H |
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| I |
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| Interior Light |
A light which switches on when the refrigerator door is opened. Allowing you to see more easily inside the appliance when looking for your chilled items |
| J |
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| K |
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| L |
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| M |
| N |
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| Noise Level (dB) |
This indicates to you how loud your appliance will be. The lower the dB the quieter your refrigerator will be and less intrusive to your everyday routine |
| O |
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| Open Door Alert |
If you leave the door of your refrigerator open for too long or by accident an alert will sound to warn you to close the door |
| P |
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| Power Failure Safe Storage |
If there should be a power cut this feature keeps your food chilled for a set amount of time, so there should be no panic about food being ruined |
| Q |
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| R |
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| Reversible Door |
This feature gives you the flexibility to have the door hinge on either the left or right of the refrigerator, allowing you to open the door at the angle you want |
| S |
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| Safety Glass Shelves |
A strong, durable shelf within the refrigerator which will not shatter when broken so there is no risk of cutting yourself on a chard of glass |
| Super Cool |
A rapid cooling feature which quickly chills your food to match the temperature inside the fridge |
| T |
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| Temperature Warning Light |
If the temperature inside your refrigerator is not correct then the warning light will switch on, allowing you to make sure your foods are not spoilt. |
| U |
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| V |
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| W |
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| Wine Cooler |
A section inside the refrigerator where you can store wine, ensuring it is chilled to an optimum temperature. |
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| Y |
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| Z |
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