FREEZING FRESH FOOD
See the technical data sheet at the rear of this booklet for the maximum permissible
amount in kilograms of fresh food that can be frozen in any 24-hour period with a room
temperature of 25
℃
. Never freeze more than the maximum permissible.
Set the temperature control to "Super" 24 hours before introducing the fresh food.
The compressor will work continuously whilst on the “Super” setting.
Return the temperature setting to normal after a further 24 hours.
It is not necessary to use this setting when introducing ready frozen food.
MAKING ICE CUBES
Pour water into the ice cube tray (Not supplied) until it is two thirds full and place into the
freezer. Ice cubes form in approximately 2 to 3 hours. The ice cubes can be easily removed by
twisting the ice cube tray or running it under cold water for a short time.
TO THAW FROZEN FOODS
1. Cover food loosely.
2. Thaw at room temperature. Don’t forget that thawing in a warm area encourages the
growth of bacteria.
3. Always make sure there are no ice crystals in the food before cooking, particularly
with meat. These crystals indicate that the food is not fully thawed. They result in lower
temperatures when cooking. Lower cooking temperatures may not destroy bacteria.
4. Cook food as soon as possible after thawing.
5. Drain off and throw away any liquid lost during thawing.
THAWING FROZEN VEGETABLES
For some foods, thawing before cooking is unnecessary. Vegetables and pasta can be added directly to
boiling water or steam cooked. Frozen sauces and soups can be put into a saucepan and heated gently
until thawed.
SAFETY TIPS
Never re-freeze anything that has thawed out unless you cook it again, to kill off harmful bacteria.
Never re-freeze thawed shellfish.
FREEZING FRESH FOOD (TIPS)
Use quality food and handle it as little as possible. Freeze food in small quantities, it freezes faster,
takes less time to thaw and enables you to eat it in the quantity you need.
First, estimate the amount of food you will be freezing. Use the Thermostat Control Dial to make your
freezer colder (about -25° C), it will therefore freeze quicker and keep in the goodness.
However you should use it sparingly to conserve energy.
PROLONGED OFF PERIODS
If the refrigerator is not in use for a long period of time, proceed as follows:
Disconnect the refrigerator from the mains supply by removing the plug from the socket.
Clean and dry the inside as instructed under the heading of cleaning the appliance.
Leave the door open to prevent any unpleasant smells from building up while the appliance is not in
use. If there is a power failure for a short time keep the door closed check the contents of the
refrigerator every so often.
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