Hello I have a chest freezer with a faulty thermostat that is jammed on running flat out (better than not at all I suppose). I was wondering if it would be safe to use a timer so that it isnt running flat out 24 hours a day until we can get it fixed? the freezer label says: Rated current 1.3A Power consumption: 0.75 kw.h/24hr the HPM timer says: Max 2400 Watts, 10A 230-240Vac 50Hz, motor rating M40
Is it safe to use this timer on the freezer? One more q: due to distance it may be some time before it could be repaired professionally. Age of (home maker brand) freezer is somewhere between 5 to
8 years old. I have some experience over many years fixing basic electrical items. Is replacing a thermostat on a freezer a difficult job? I would assume it is pretty easy and was thinking about getting the part ordered in and fitting it myself. cheers