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Frequently Asked Questions About Domestic Refrigerator Repair:

An add on device to help save electricity

I may use your universal timer idea to control how much the compressor comes on from noon to 6. Do you know of any other electronic energy saving gadgets for these old fridges?

Yes, at larger hardware stores you can buy a device called a "Green Plug". This is a box that plugs into the wall, then the refrigerator is plugged into it. It works by lowering the voltage once the refrigerator is started and claims to save energy. I don't know if it's universally available or not though.