Freezer Storage Advice
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Store fresh food in airtight boxes or wrap in bags or foil which are suitable for
freezing.
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Do not allow frozen food into direct contact with food to be frozen.
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Pre-frozen food must be placed in the freezer as quickly as possible after
purchasing.
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To prevent frost damage to fresh vegetables or fruits they must be processed
appropriately before being placed into the freezer compartment.
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You must always follow the storage guidelines printed on all food packaging.
However, below is some suggested maximum storage times at -18°C (4 star
freezer rating) for a variety of foods:
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Fresh meat & poultry
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up to 12 months
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Cooked meat
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up to 2 months
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Fresh fish
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up to 6 months
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Fruit & vegetables
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up to 12 months
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Bread & cakes
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up to 6 months
Power Failure
If there is a power failure during the storage of frozen foods, keep the door closed.
If the temperature within your freezer should rise, do not refreeze the food
without checking it's condition.
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Ice Cream:
Once thawed should be discarded.
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Fruit and Vegetables:
If soft should be cooked and used up.
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Bread and Cakes:
Can be refrozen without danger.
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Shellfish:
Should be refrigerated and used up quickly.
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Cooked Dishes:
i.e. casseroles should be refrigerated and used up.
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Large Pieces of Meat:
Should be refrigerated and used up quickly
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Small Joints:
Should be refrigerated and used up quickly
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Chicken:
Should be refrigerated and used up quickly
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