I have an integrated fridge which is 19 years old, and I don't know how to switch it off because the switch has been hidden. This means I can't defrost the freezer or disconnect it. Will retailers deliver and install a new freestanding fridge freezer if I can't disconnect the old one? My preference is for my integrated fridge freezer to be replaced with a freestanding one but I haven't found out how to switch off or disconnect the old one. Even if we get a new kitchen (which I doubt will happen), the kitchen fitter will find that the ice will melt after switching off and water will spill on to the floor.
Switching off integrated fridge and replacing with freestanding one
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Is there not a switched spur above the counter or a socket in the next cupboard?
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If you get a freestanding FF you can plug it into any socket (using an extension cable if necessary).
You may not be able to tell how the existing integrated fridge is wired until you remove it. There may be a socket or FCU hidden behind it.
You may not be able to tell how the existing integrated fridge is wired until you remove it. There may be a socket or FCU hidden behind it.
The socket is most likely behind the appliance then.
Just switch the fridge off at the dial inside it ....... if you need.
Or if you want to swap it for a freestanding one then the gap left by the existing integrated one would just about suit a narrower freestanding one at 55cm, but try to allow as much ventilation at the back for this type, as you can.
Just switch the fridge off at the dial inside it ....... if you need.
Or if you want to swap it for a freestanding one then the gap left by the existing integrated one would just about suit a narrower freestanding one at 55cm, but try to allow as much ventilation at the back for this type, as you can.