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GE FCM16DL series
15.7 cu ft · Chest Freezer freezer
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About the GE FCM16DL series
The GE FCM16DL series is a 15.7 cu ft chest freezer freezer certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 277 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $50 a year, or $605 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 10% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of freezer (309 kWh a year), a saving of about $6 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 9 chest freezer models it ranks #6 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $166 in electricity over 12 years, though it may differ in size and features.
Cost to run where you live
277 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.
One of the cheapest to run
No ENERGY STAR model of the same type and size uses less electricity.
Specs
| Brand | GE |
| Model | FCM16DL**** |
| Type | Chest Freezer |
| Energy use | 277 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 309 kWh / year |
| Size | 15.7 cu ft |
| Defrost | Manual |
| Built-in | No |
Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.
Questions people ask
How much does the GE FCM16DL series cost to run?
About $50 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 277 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the GE FCM16DL series cost in electricity over its life?
About $605 over 12 years, a typical life for a freezer. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the GE FCM16DL series energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 10% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
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