Capri PV21
Freezer · US market · 41 owner topics
Specifications for PV21 with owner checks for this product design. Use the matching manual for control sequences and replacement parts.
Specifications & model details
Capri PV21 is the exact code in this catalog record. This topic should be evaluated for that code and freezers category. The original source record is linked below; unrecorded settings, dates and compatibility remain unknown.
Estimate annual electricity cost from the freezer’s energy use and your electricity rate, then compare models on the same basis.
Category & symptom guidance
To estimate running cost, find the freezer’s annual energy use on its EnergyGuide label or a reliable product specification, in kilowatt-hours per year (kWh/year). Then find your electricity price in dollars per kWh from a recent bill. Use the same units and billing basis throughout. If a listing gives watts or a monthly estimate instead, confirm how it was measured before using it as an annual figure.
A simple estimate is annual kWh multiplied by your electricity rate per kWh. For example, a freezer labeled at 400 kWh/year and a rate of $0.20/kWh gives an estimated $80 per year. This calculation estimates energy charges only; it does not include delivery fees, taxes, changing rates, or differences between standardized label testing and your household’s actual use.
For a rough monthly figure, divide estimated annual cost by 12. To compare two freezers over a chosen ownership period, multiply each annual estimate by the same number of years, then add purchase price if you want an overall cost comparison. Keep the electricity rate and time period consistent. The result is a planning estimate, not a promise of what a future bill will show.
A freezer’s actual consumption can differ with use and conditions, so treat label-based cost as a standardized comparison point. The ENERGY STAR freezer guidance supports comparing product energy information; it does not guarantee a fixed household savings amount. When available, use the exact model’s current energy-use figure rather than a similar model’s label or a broad category average.
When comparing a chest freezer with an upright, use each product’s own annual energy figure and verify that capacities suit the same storage need. ENERGY STAR notes that chest designs generally let less cold air escape when opened because the opening is on top. That general design observation does not determine the energy use of every individual unit, so compare model-specific label values rather than assuming one style always costs less.
Manual-defrost and frost-free designs may also differ in operation and energy use. ENERGY STAR advises periodic defrosting for manual-defrost freezers and avoiding frost buildup beyond about one-quarter inch to realize energy savings. Apply that guidance only to manual-defrost models; frost-free freezers operate differently. Do not use a manual-defrost procedure or maintenance interval on a frost-free freezer unless its owner manual directs it.
Check the electricity rate on your bill rather than using a national or old sample rate. If your utility uses time-of-use pricing, a single average rate may only approximate the freezer’s energy charge. For a tighter estimate, use an effective per-kWh rate that reflects your actual bill structure, and make clear whether fixed monthly fees are excluded. Those fixed charges usually remain even if appliance use changes.
The labeled annual energy number is a comparison input, not a measurement of your specific freezer after installation. Room conditions, loading, door or lid openings, and maintenance can affect actual operation. Avoid projecting an exact bill from the label alone. If a product page and label disagree, confirm the exact model and rely on the current manufacturer or official listing before making a purchase comparison.
For a purchase decision, compare delivered prices alongside estimated electricity cost over the same time horizon. For a consistent comparison, use each freezer’s published annual energy figure, multiply by the same electricity rate, and include the resulting estimate with purchase price. A lower annual estimate may matter over years, but it should be weighed against capacity, fit, features, and the actual price available from the seller.
Record the model number, labeled kWh/year, electricity rate, and calculation assumptions so the comparison can be repeated when prices or utility rates change. Do not treat a calculator result as current pricing or a savings guarantee. ENERGY STAR and DOE resources help compare energy performance; your bill and the exact unit’s label determine the inputs for your own estimate.
These sources support the shared guide. Exact model specifications and matched family procedures have their own sources above.
Owner guidance by Specs & Parts, drafted with GPT-6 Luna. Sources and scope.
Recorded model facts
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Annual energy use | Needs resolution | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 37725 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026Other observations retained: 1104 kWh/year — California Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive; cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 20713 1128 kWh/year — California Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive; cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 18956 |