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Fresh Food Storage Information
The fresh food compartment of a refrigerator should be kept
between 34°-40°F (1°-4°C) with an optimum temperature of
37°F (3°C).
Avoid overcrowding the refrigerator shelves. This reduces
the circulation of air around the food and results in uneven
cooling.
Fruits and Vegetables
Storage in the crisper drawers traps humidity to help preserve
the fruit and vegetable quality for longer time periods.
Sort fruits and vegetables before storage and use bruised or
soft items first. Discard those showing signs of decay.
Always wrap odorous foods such as onions and cabbage so
the odor does not transfer to other foods.
While vegetables need a certain amount of humidity to remain
fresh, too much humidity can shorten storage times (especially
leafy vegetables). Drain vegetables well before storing.
Wait to wash fresh produce until right before use.
Meat and Cheese
Raw meat and poultry should be wrapped securely so leakage
and contamination of other foods or surfaces does not occur.
Occasionally mold will develop on the surface of hard cheeses
(Swiss, Cheddar, Parmesan). Discard cheese that is moldy.
Dairy Food
Most dairy foods such as milk, yogurt, sour cream and cottage
cheese have freshness dates on their cartons for appropriate
length of storage. Store these foods in the original carton and
refrigerate immediately after purchasing and after each use.
Freezer Storage
Freezer Shelf
To remove and replace the shelf:
Remove the shelf by lifting it up and pulling it straight out.
1.
Replace the shelf by putting it over the supports and lowering
2.
it into place.
Door Utility Bin
The utility bin can be placed in any position on the refrigerator
door.
To remove and replace the utility bin:
Remove the utility bin by grasping both ends and lifting
1.
compartment up and out.
Replace the bin by sliding it in above the desired support and
2.
pushing it down until it stops.
Gallon Door Bin
The adjustable gallon door bin can hold gallon size containers.
To install the gallon door bin:
NOTE
: The gallon door bin can only be placed on the lower
support.
Position the gallon door bin above lowest door adjustment slot.
1.
Push down to secure it.
2.
Adjust other bins, as necessary to allow for milk or beverage
3.
container height.
Standard Door Bins
The adjustable standard door bins can hold 2-liter bottles.
To remove and replace the door bins:
Remove the bin by lifting it up and pulling it out.
1.
Replace the bin by sliding it in above the desired support and
2.
pushing it down until it stops.
Refrigerator Operation
