5.6
FreshZone drawer
The drawer is suitable for storing fresh
food like fish, meat, seafood, because the
temperature is lower here than in the rest
of the fridge.
5.7
Humidity Control
When storing vegetables and fruits in the
refrigerator it is good practise to place the
produce in the drawer. The refrigerator
makes sure that the temperature is kept
low, thus slowing down the aging. In
normal conditions, when the vegetable
drawer is not fully loaded, and contains a
mix of vegetables and fruits, the humidity
control should be placed in the high
humidity position illustrated by the large
drop. This means that the top grill is
closed high humidity is maintained inside
the drawer. This should be the standard
setting. Sometimes when the drawer is
tightly packed there is a risk that the
produce is cooled less effectively it is then
good practise to open the vents of the grill
towards the small droplet. Vegetables
normally cool themselves by evaporating
water, and in the case of closed vents,
there is risk of a build up of drops and
pools of water inside. Produce that may
drive large quantities include lettuces,
mushrooms, broccoli and carrots. In
cases where the mix contains apples and
fruits, it may be a good idea to keep the
vents a little open in case there is a risk of
ethylene accumulation inside. Ethylene is a
growth hormone released by some fruits
and vegetables, that may harm some, and
speed up aging of others.
6.
HINTS AND TIPS
6.1
Normal operating sounds
The following sounds are normal during
operation:
• A faint gurgling and bubbling sound
from coils sound when refrigerant is
pumped.
• A whirring and pulsating sound from
the compressor when refrigerant is
pumped.
• A sudden cracking noise from inside
appliance caused by thermic dilatation
(a natural and not dangerous physical
phenomenon).
• A faint click noise from the temperature
regulator when the compressor
switches on or off.
6.2
Hints for energy saving
• Do not open the door frequently or
leave it open longer than absolutely
necessary.
• If the ambient temperature is high and
the Temperature Regulator is set to low
temperature and the appliance is fully
loaded, the compressor may run
continuously, causing frost or ice on
the evaporator. If this happens, set the
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