I was the one who used the zip ties so the plate would stay on and for expedience - I didn't have any of the right size screws and they held it fine without interfering with the dial or thermostat's movement.
Yes, I am saying when the thermostat is turned to the warmest setting the fridge temperature is 10 to 25 degrees when I open the door. I have been finagling with it and have finally gotten the knob to seat on the spindle better than previously and I think I turned it down further (I hope) I'll let you know tomorrow if it made a difference.
In the meantime, does anyone know if an empty fridge, in fact, would allow the temperature to be colder since there's nothing in the fridge to absorb the energy?
And to answer the other question, this does appear to be the only adjustment that can be made short of switching the fridge to run on gas or electric.
Thanks.
