TEXT A When you choose a freezer,
remember it’s probably going to be with you for a long time. No single style or
size is best, so it’s important to know which freezer is right for your
needs. First, decide if you want an upright or chest model.
Uprights are more convenient. Their storage space is more accessible and they
take up less floor area. However. chest models are more energy-efficient because
less cold air escapes when they are open. If you’re buying an
upright, you’ll have to choose between frostless or manual defrost. Chest
freezers are always manual. Frostless freezers automatically defrost at
preset intervals and remove the water. Manual models must be defrosted by hand
every few months or whenever frost accumulates to about a quarter of an
inch. To help your freezer reach a ripe old age, try to find a
spot that’s cool, dry, and away from drafts. Drafts and heat will raise the
freezer’s cabinet temperature and make it work harder to keep cool. That means
wasted energy and a shortened compressor life. Dry air is
important because high humidity can cause the freezer to rust outside and frost
up inside. With proper care, a freezer can serve you for 15 years or
more. Frostless models require less care than manual defrost
freezers. The interior of a frostless unit should be washed periodically with
warm water and baking soda or a mild soap, rinsed, and dried. To
get the most from your freezer, check regularly to make sure it’s providing a
true zero-degree temperature. Keep the freezer at least
three-quarters full. The emptier it gets, the more energy is wasted. If more
than three pounds of food per cubic foot of storage space is added every 24
hours, the resulting high or low temperatures can damage the food. Which statement best describes the main idea of the passage
A.It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of freezers. B.It tells the most economical ways to use a freezer. C.It explains how to defrost a manual-defrost freezer. D.It offers advice about choosing and caring for a freezer.