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Section 3: Operating
The Appliance
3.8 Arranging Food in the Appliance
Refrigerator Section
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To reduce the humidity and consequentially
decrease the amount of frost, never place liquids in
unsealed containers in the refrigerator. Frost tends
to concentrate on the coldest parts of the
evaporator and over time will require more frequent
defrosting.
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Never place warm food in the refrigerator.
Warm food should be allowed to cool until room
temperature and then be placed in the fridge
ensuring there is adequate air circulation.
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Try to avoid keeping the door open for long periods.
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Nothing should touch the back wall as it will cause
frost and the packages can stick to the back wall.
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Keep the most perishable foods, (those with a short
shelf-life, such as cooked meats), in the coldest part
of the fridge.
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The Salad Crisper Box should be used for
vegetables, salads and fruits etc. (see Description
of Appliance).
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Do not put oversize bottles into the bottle holder
as this will cause damage.
Freezer Section
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The use of the freezer is storing deep-frozen or
frozen foods for long periods of time and making
ice cubes.
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To freeze fresh food, ensure that as much of the
surface of the food is in contact with the cooling
surface.
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Do not put fresh food with frozen food side by side
as it can thaw the frozen food.
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Once the unit has been defrosted, replace the food
and remember to consume it in a short period of
time.
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Never place warm food in the freezer compartment.
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For storing frozen foods; the instructions shown on
packages should always be carefully followed and
if no information is provided, food should not be
stored for more than 3 months from the purchase
date.
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When buying frozen foods ensure that the packing is
intact.
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Frozen foods should be transported in appropriate
containers to maintain the quality of the food and
should be returned to the freezing surfaces of the
unit in the shortest possible time.
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If a package of frozen food shows any sign of humid-
ity and abnormal swelling it is likely that it has been
previously stored at an unsuitable temperature and
that the contents have deteriorated.
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The storage life of frozen foods depends on the
room temperature, thermostat setting, how often the
door is opened, the type of food and the length of
time required to transport the product from the shop
to your home.
Always follow the instructions printed on the package
and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.
