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Old 08-07-2008, 08:12 AM   #2 (permalink)
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What you are talking about is called thermal mass. Its very important in heating and cooling systems, especially if you are looking into passive systems. I suggest reading up on it. BTW, you have it backwards. If there is more food in the refrigerator the compressor will cycle less often as the food sort of 'stores' the cold.
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