6 storing food
electrolux four-door refrigerator
Storing food
Refrigeration reduces the rate of food spoilage. To maximise
the shelf life of perishable food products, ensure that the
food is of the freshest possible quality. The following is a
general guide to help promote longer food storage.
Fruit and vegetables
To minimise moisture loss, fruit and vegetables should be
loosely enclosed in a plastic material (e.g. wrap, bags) and
placed in the Vegetable crisper or the Chilled compartment.
Those fruits and vegetables with thick skins do not require
wrapping.
Dairy products and eggs
• Most dairy products have a use by date on the
outer packaging which indicates the recommended
temperature and expected life of the product.
• Eggs should be stored in the egg tray.
Meat, fish and poultry
• Place on a plate or dish and cover with paper or plastic
wrap.
• For larger cuts of meat, fish or poultry, place to the rear
of the shelves.
• Ensure all cooked food is wrapped securely or placed in
an airtight container.
NOTES:
• Evenly place the food on the shelves to allow the cooling
air to circulate efficiently.
• Hot foods should be cooled before storing. Storing
hot foods increases the temperature in the unit and
increases the risk of food spoilage.
• Do not block the outlet and inlet of the cool air circulating
circuit with foods or containers; otherwise the foods will
not be evenly cooled throughout the refrigerator.
• Do not place food directly in front of cold air outlet. This
may lead to the food freezing.
For best freezing
• Food should be fresh.
• Freeze small quantities of food at a time to freeze them
quickly.
• Food should be properly stored in containers or freezer
bags. Air should be removed if possible and seal tightly.
• Evenly place the food in the freezer.
• Label bags or containers to keep an inventory of frozen
food.
Some household cleaning chemicals can cause cracks,
splits or discolouration on the inside surface of the
refrigerator and door liner.
Only use diluted dishwashing
liquid
and ensure that all plastic is wiped with fresh water
after cleaning.
Alkaline detergents may affect the aluminium parts of the
door handle, causing it to tarnish.
1 Remove the shelves and bins from the cabinet and door.
Wash them in warm soapy water; rinse in clean water
and dry.
2 Clean the inside with a cloth soaked in warm soapy
water. Then use cold water to wipe off the soapy water.
3 Wipe the exterior with a soft cloth each time it is soiled.
4 Clean the magnetic door seal with a toothbrush and
warm soapy water.
5 Wipe the control panel with a dry cloth.
Notes:
• Do not use hot water, household cleaning powders,
creams or spray-on cleaning products or any other
cleaning products such as mineral turpentine,
methylated spirits, thinners, petrol etc. These may
damage your refrigerator and may void any warranty.
• If undiluted detergent is used or soapy water is not
wiped off thoroughly, cracking of plastic parts can result.
• Wipe any spills from the refrigerator immediately, acid or
alkaline in the food can cause cracking and staining of
plastic parts.
• The glass shelves weigh approximately 3kg each. Hold
firmly when removing from cabinet or carrying.
• Wipe any spills from the control panel immediately, liquid
ingress can damage the electronics.
Care and cleaning
