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Yes, manual defrost refrigerators are generally more efficient than automatic defrost refrigerators, but proper maintenance of manual defrost refrigerators is necessary to realize the energy savings. This involves the periodic removal of frost build-up when the ice becomes over one inch thick. Frost buildup increases the amount of energy needed to keep the motor running.

Visit the ENERGY STAR Web site for more information on how to manually defrost your refrigerator.

Published Thursday, April 16, 2009