Conservation of durable goods. Old Man Winter comes to the refrigerator. This unfortunate freezing compartment is lumbering along day and night, coated with excess frost. Defrost frequently, keep the cold control set at "low" except when freezing ice cream or ice cubes, and keep the frost formation

If your refrigerator is a separate unit, see that there is a two-and-a-half-inch clearance between it and the wall behind and at least a seven-inch clearance above

The motors of many refrigerators require periodic cleaning. If your model is one of these, keep coils free from hampering dust and grime by weekly sessions with a wire brush or a vacuum attachment

Cardinal "don't" for housekeepers: don't put hot food into the refrigerator. Allow cooked foods to cool to room temperature before placing in the refrigerator

You'll probably find new friends during this war, but you may not find a new refrigerator, so keep yours in good condition. To assure best results, arrange food properly, meat and milk closest to freezing unit. Don't overcrowd, as this prevents circulation of air

Conservation of durable goods. Try this on your refrigerator. Close the door on a slip of paper or a dollar bill. If you can pull the paper out, you are wasting valuable electric power. Have the gasket (the strip that lines the edge of the door) tightened or replaced immediately, and help Uncle Sam

Spilled food should be wiped from a refrigerator as soon as possible. Use a cloth wrung out of warm soapsuds. Never use a steel wool on enameled surfaces

How to add years to the life of your electric cords: remove them gently but firmly from wall sockets. Don't pull or tug. When not in use, coil cord loosely around a hook

Conservation of durable goods. There'll be a long wait between new stoves, so it's smart to take care of the one you've got. Whether it operates by gas or electricity, coal or wood, there's one motto to hand above it: Keep it clean. A little soap and water will go a long way toward keeping it functi