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What is the best temperature setting for a home freezer?

The setting selected for a freezer should maintain a temperature of  0 degrees fahrenheit or less. Check temperature occasionally with an appliance thermometer.


Reference: Consumers Can Fight BAC, N-3409b, Iowa State University Extension
Related Information:
Partnership for Food Safety Education [http://www.fightbac.org/content/view/169/2/]
Tips on chilling foods safely
 
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