Why is the refrigerator hot on both sides? How to fix it?

Are you worried because you don't know why the refrigerator is hot on both sides, and don't know if there is any damage? To know if the device is still in normal operation and avoid unfortunate breakdowns, let's find out the reason and avoid losing money!

Causes of refrigerator being hot on both sides

In terms of structure, the refrigerator compressor is installed on both sides of the cabinet. When the cabinet is operating, the refrigerant circulates in the pipes on both sides and radiates heat to the outside, causing the cabinet to heat up.

When the two sides of the refrigerator are in standby mode, the compressor will be hot when it starts working again. In addition, in the summer, the temperature around the refrigerator increases, causing the compressor to work longer to cool and compensate for the heat of the food, so the two sides of the refrigerator will be hotter.

Note: For new refrigerators, heat on the sides is considered normal.

How to fix a refrigerator that is hot on both sides

• The refrigerator will heat up if you place it in direct sunlight. So, place it in a dry place, away from direct sunlight.
• Do not place the cabinet near other heat-generating devices such as ovens, gas stoves... to avoid overheating on both sides or causing an explosion.
• There should be space between the two sides of the refrigerator and surrounding objects to allow heat to circulate and escape. Do not place the refrigerator against the wall or place any objects close to the two sides of the refrigerator.

So, the refrigerator is hot on both sides is not a serious problem. You can completely avoid losing money with the solutions that Quatrimang mentioned in the article.

Good locations for refrigerators in the kitchen

Depending on the size of the refrigerator, the kitchen space and the homeowner's wishes, the refrigerator will be placed in a suitable position. Below are some locations for placing the refrigerator according to feng shui that can bring luck and fortune to the homeowner.

• According to feng shui, the refrigerator should be placed in the North or Southeast direction to attract fortune into the house.
• If the homeowner is of the water element, the refrigerator should be placed on the right side of the entrance door, helping the homeowner's career to advance and money to flow smoothly.
• If the homeowner is of the Wood element, the refrigerator should be placed on the left side of the entrance door to bring good fortune to the homeowner.
• Placing the refrigerator on the right or left side of the kitchen will help the homeowner have a prosperous life, a warm and happy family.

Note: The above refrigerator locations are for reference only.