“We are planning to use this as a secondary refrigerator in our garage. Is this ok?”
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Hi Patty- This is Sue at GE Appliances. Thanks for viewing! It is not recommended that refrigerators be used in unheated locations, such as garages, porches, or unheated rooms during periods when the temperature is likely to fall below 60 degrees Fahrenheit. At this temperature, the unit is less efficient and will continue to lose efficiency as the outdoor temperature decreases. At 32 degrees, there is no cooling capability at all. We do not recommend installing a refrigerator where the temperature will exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit. There is a possibility that operating the refrigerator in extremely high temperature could cause the oil to overheat and break down, thus damaging the compressor or sealed system. Refrigeration systems rely on the boiling of refrigerant under pressure and heat. If the temperature is not sufficient, the refrigerant will not boil to a vapor and no cooling will take place. Low temperatures can also fool the thermostat into thinking proper temperatures have been reached. Thanks for reaching out to us!
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