Is this actually "frost free" or is it "automatic defrost" and what is the difference? null

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LongTimeGamerAndSon · Accepted Answer

This fridge is frost free.

Automatic defrost means there is a button or knob that activates a heating mechanism in the unit that will melt away the build up. You need to empty the freezer to use this kind of mechansim and you need to manually drain out the water from the process. You should only need to do this every 12-24 months typically, depending on your climates humidity, your use and other factors. You typically do not find this on most units designed like this one (over/under).

Frost free activates its defrost mechanism daily. The mechanism will warm up just enough to remove any frost build up (and the fan helps dry up the melt). You do not need to remove the freezer contents at any time and it is not affected by the process. This is the most convenient of the two, especially in a small unit like this one.

FrigidaireSupport · Answer

Hi Jeff,
Thank you for your submission. In researching the model FFPS45B3QM, we were able to identify that this model has frost free defrost, which helps limit freezer burn and moisture buildup. For additional information on this model, please click on the following link http://www.bestbuy.com/site/frigidaire-4-5-cu-ft-compact-refrigerator-silver/5316113.p?id=1219128145311&skuId=5316113&cmp=RMX . Thank you for allowing us to assist you with your inquiry.
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Arcticwynd · Answer

It is frost free. No ice ever builds up.

6kids2luv · Answer

It is frost free meaning that it is cooled by fans so no ice builds up and auto defrost is when the cooling parts warm up to melt any frost build up and drains in the back in a pan which you empty. I hope this helps.

Answered by 6kids2luv 10 years ago

sclark · Answer

We've had it 3-4 weeks, and I see no frost. It's like a miniature of our fridge in the kitchen.

dino · Answer

Frost free

Shel · Answer

Yes. Frost free.

CommunityAnswer · Answer

This product is both frost free and automatic defrost. Frost free refers to the freezer unit and automatic defrost refers to the refrigeration unit.

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