"Frigidaire FFC0923DW is A Great Chest Freezer for a Family of 3-5"

Frigidaire FFC0923DW Freezer The Frigidaire FFC0923DW model has a capacity of 8.8 Cu. Ft, enough to store 308 lbs of food. It is one of the Frigidaire chest freezers receiving rave reviews from buyers.

With dimensions (HxDxW) of 34 1/4 in x 23 1/4 in x 41 in and weighing only 127 lbs when empty, this Frigidaire chest freezer does not take up a lot of floor area. It will therefore fit well in a medium-sized apartment or condo.

It is also ideal for medium sized families which want to supplement their refrigerator freezer space or shop or cook less frequently. Whether you are an avid or casual cook, you don't have to make soup and entrees everyday as you can reheat frozen portions.

It is a great money saver as it enables you to stock up on sales or buy in bulk, working out to a smaller grocery bill. And, because, it stores up to 308 lbs of food, it reduces your trips to the grocery store, enabling you to spend your precious time doing the things you love.

The 8.8 Cu. Ft. Frigidaire freezer is very quiet and wont disrupt your home's priceless peace and quiet.

Because this is not a very large freezer, it is reasonably priced. At a regular price of only $399, you or your family don't have to sacrifice too much in order to invest in this solid freezer.

The Frigidaire FFC0923DW also comes with a 1-year warranty. During that period, Electrolux, the freezer manufacturers, will meet the cost of repairing or replacing parts arising from defective materials or workmanship. What's more, this warranty is backed by a professional support team.

Frigidaire FFC0923DW Benefits

The Frigidaire FFC0923DW is a no-frills freezer. It comes with the following as standard features:

2 lift-out storage baskets
A power indicator light
Adjustable temperature control
A defrost drain

The 2 StorMor lift-out storage baskets are handy for storing and retrieving small or frequently used items. If, however, the 2 baskets are not enough, you should consider purchasing more baskets. These would be a good investment as it is easier to locate items in a well-organized freezer.

Even better, these baskets can be completely removed from the freezer in order to create space for tall items.

The power indicator light lets you know, at a glance, the power status of your freezer. This gives you the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your freezer is receiving power and that your food is safe.

If the power indicator light is off though, you are able to take timely corrective measures to prevent food spoilage by restoring power to your freezer.

An adjustable temperature knob lets you adjust the temperature of your freezer as needed. A colder setting is generally ideal for newly frozen items. Once these items are frozen, the temperature can be adjusted to a warmer setting. Fast-freezing meat and vegetables is highly recommended as it preserves the food's color, texture, flavor and natural juices.

This Frigidaire chest freezer model requires to be manually defrosted. The best time to do this is when a 1/4 to 1/2 inch layer of frost has built up, which should be every 12 months or so. A defrost drain at the base of the unit facilitates channeling run-off water out of the unit.

Tilting the unit towards the defrost drain will channel this water out, eliminating the need to lift and overturn the unit. This is an important benefit as lifting and overturning the unit is a health hazard as it could strain your back.

By fastening a hose adapter and garden hose to the defrost drain, you can drain the run-off water into a sink. As the water run-off does not drain onto the floor, there is no messy floor to clean up after the defrosting exercise.

Consumer Reviews

This section details what real buyers liked and didn't like about the Frigidaire FFC0923DW chest freezer.

Advantages

Even though you can't fit half a cow into the Frigidaire FFC0923DW, it has plenty of room so you are able to buy in bulk and shop less often. It is also a time saver as you are able to cook less frequently and freeze more.

The Frigidaire 8.8 Cu. Ft. chest freezer freezes fast and freezes items evenly, considerably extending the longevity of the frozen foods .

It operates very quietly, enabling you to maintain the tranquil environment in your home.

Disadvantages

This chest freezer model must be manually defrosted when a 1/4 to 1/2 inch layer of frost builds up. While defrosting a freezer is a cumbersome exercise, it is necessary to ensure that your freezer continues to operate efficiently. This in turn keeps your electric bill in check.

This Frigidaire chest freezer is not lockable. If you have small children and need to keep their inquisitive little hands out of the freezer or you need to secure your food for any other reason, this may not be the right model for you.

The Frigidaire FFC0923DW is not Energy Star qualified meaning that it is not independently certified as an energy-efficient chest freezer. However, it consumes only 294 kWh of electricity each year. This translates into an electric bill of about $31 a year, or $2.58 a month.

Because the adjustable temperature knob is located on the freezer side, it is difficult to access especially if the freezer is placed next to cabinets or furniture. It would certainly be more convenient if it was located on the freezer front.

The model does not come with an interior light so it may be difficult to locate and retrieve food in dark or dimly lit rooms.

Conclusion

The Frigidaire FFC0923DW offers the best of both worlds. It is spacious enough to enable you to take advantage of grocery sales and reduce your trips to the grocery store but also small enough to keep your electricity bill down.

It is offers value for money and is recommended for medium-sized families of 3-5 people.