what causes food in a refrigerator to collect too moisture?
â¢ Wet Food Items. Storing water-rich foods (e.g. fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, dairy products) or still-warm dishes in the main refrigerator compartment will release a lot of moisture into the interior atmosphere. This moisture will collect on the rear wall as condensate. Donât put warm food in the fridge.
Distinguishing Condensation from Defroster Failure. Condensation tends to collect on surfaces inside the refrigerator, and when there's enough of it, it begins to drip. Consequently, besides water pooling on the bottom shelf, you may also notice signs of moisture that include mold and corrosion of metal parts.
â¢ Low Thermostat Setting. If the temperature thermostat is set too low, the air in the fridge can absorb less moisture, increasing moisture formation at the coldest point (the rear wall). In addition, for the refrigerator to provide more cooling power, the compressor has to run for longer.