Is it allowed to place a refrigerator next to a radiator?

When arranging a kitchen, you want to make the most of the space. Therefore, the question often arises whether it is possible to place a refrigerator next to the battery, especially in small apartments. It is impossible to imagine a modern kitchen without this unit. But won't proximity to a heating device harm it? The answer is clear; this is even stated in the instructions for the equipment: such placement is unacceptable. It's worth figuring out why.

Reasons why you should not place a refrigerator next to a radiator

Cold and heat don't go well together. In this case, it is the refrigerator that will suffer.

Such problems are possible.

• Increased energy consumption. Such devices are designed in such a way that the motor does not run all the time, but turns on periodically to maintain a certain temperature. Then it turns off again. If the unit is placed near the battery, the temperature rises faster, which means the motor turns on more often.
• It is worth knowing that refrigerators produced for different climatic conditions differ in their climate class. It depends on the extreme temperatures. For example, equipment for hot countries has improved thermal insulation, which keeps the temperature in the chamber longer. If a refrigerator intended for middle latitudes is located next to the battery, then the operating conditions are violated. The compressor works almost without interruption and fails faster.
• In some cases, a refrigerator located next to a heating device does not have enough power to maintain normal temperatures in the refrigerator and freezer compartments. Then the products are unlikely to be stored for a long time.

Important!

If the refrigerator located near the battery breaks down, it will not be repaired under warranty, because the operating conditions were violated. So repairs will not be cheap.

How to extend the life of equipment

The question may arise: where should you put the refrigerator to extend its life? You need to think about this at the renovation stage. After all, moving it in the future will be problematic. It is necessary to prepare the outlet in advance and arrange the furniture accordingly.

You cannot place the refrigerator not only next to the radiator, but also near any heat sources. Including near the stove - it doesn’t matter whether it’s gas or electric. After all, when using it, the unit will also not be able to operate in normal mode. And if the heating, depending on the region, works from a couple of months to six months, or even more, then the stove is used daily throughout the year.

Advice

If the kitchen has a loggia, then it can be attached to the main room and the refrigerator can be placed there.

Also, you should not place the unit near a window, especially if the kitchen is on the sunny side. The sun heats its surface, so the motor works intensely most of the time. But if there is no other convenient place, then you need to hang very thick curtains that do not let in the sun's rays.

It is also important to ensure normal air circulation for the refrigerator. You need to know at what distance from the furniture it is advisable to place the equipment: it should be at least 5 cm.If this is not possible, at least a small gap should be left. In such cases, it is recommended to raise the unit higher above the floor surface by adjusting the legs accordingly. This measure will make it possible to compensate for small gaps on the sides.

What to do if you need to place a refrigerator near a radiator

The answer to the question of whether it is possible to place a refrigerator next to a radiator is unequivocal: it is strictly not recommended. But the situation when there is simply no other place is not so rare. Especially if the kitchen is small.

If you have no choice, then you need to take some precautions.

• When it is not possible to maintain the manufacturer-recommended distance from the refrigerator to the battery (it should be at least half a meter), you need to turn it not with the back wall towards the heating device, but with the side. Indeed, in most models the compressor is located at the rear, so the load on the equipment will increase if the placement is unsuccessful.
• Some models have capacitors located in the walls rather than at the back. It is not recommended to place such equipment next to a battery, since the side wall will become very hot and the performance of the unit will decrease.
• If, due to lack of space in the room, you have to place the refrigerator near the radiator, then the magazine purity-en.htgetrid.com recommends insulating it. To do this, you should install a heat shield or a special partition, covered with foil on both sides. These measures will protect your equipment from overheating.

Ideas for placing a refrigerator

Even in a small kitchen, it will be possible to place the refrigerator so that it does not stand near the radiator. For example, you can choose a unit of a non-standard size.Narrow and tall will allow you to store a sufficient amount of food, and take up less space. Another option is a built-in refrigerator. The height of this equipment allows you to install shelves on top for storing kitchen utensils. There are also very small models that are installed under the work surface. They usually do not have a freezer, but it can be placed separately, also under the countertop. True, such a compact unit is suitable only for a very small family.

The refrigerator can be removed from the room and placed in another room. Often a corridor is used for this. But this is not very practical, because this unit is quite loud. If you place it in the corridor, the noise will be clearly audible in the rooms. In addition, bulky equipment is likely to block the passage, and moving around will become problematic.

The best option is a pantry, especially if it is located next to the kitchen. But since the refrigerator is used very often, running to another room for groceries can be inconvenient. But for the freezer, which is needed much less frequently, this is an excellent solution. And with this arrangement, you can choose a small refrigerator model for the kitchen.

So, it is not recommended to place the refrigerator near the radiator. It is better to find another place, otherwise there is a risk that the equipment will not last long. If this is not possible, then you need to take safety measures, for example, separating the unit from the heating system using a special partition.