The compressor in a refrigerator is typically located in the back of the appliance, outside the main storage compartments. It is commonly found at the bottom rear of the refrigerator or at the back, near the bottom. Some refrigerators might have a different layout, but in most cases, the compressor is situated at the rear, either at the bottom or higher up, depending on the refrigerator's design.
The compressor is an essential component of the refrigeration system. It compresses the refrigerant gas, raising its temperature and pressure. This high-pressure, high-temperature gas then flows through the condenser coils, where it releases heat and condenses into a high-pressure liquid. The liquid refrigerant then passes through the expansion valve, where it undergoes a pressure drop, leading to cooling. After that, the refrigerant enters the evaporator coils inside the main storage compartments, absorbing heat and cooling the refrigerator's interior. The cycle then repeats to maintain the desired cooling effect.