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5. Freezer
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Freezer temperature is below 32
o
F (0
o
C). It is suitable for keeping fish, meat,
frozen dinners, etc. stored for extended periods of time.
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Mark packages with the following data: Kind and amount of food and date of
loading.
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It is most important that the food be frozen as quickly as possible.
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Never put bottled food or drinks in the freezer compartment.
6. How to store foods
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When storing foods, store them covered so they will not be affected by other
foods smells.
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If the food can be cleaned, wash and dry it before storage.
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Store foods in closed containers, leaving enough space around them to allow
for the flow of cold air.
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Don’t overload either the refrigerator or the freezer compartment.
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Wait until hot food reaches room temperature before placing it in the
refrigerator.
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To avoid losing cold air, do not open and close the doors any more than
necessary, and do not keep the doors open for extended periods of time.
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The refrigerator door allows for the storing of beverage cans.
Cleaning and Maintenance
1. Defrosting
The freezer must be manually defrosted. This should be done when frost is more
than ¼” (5mm) thick.
a. Power off the refrigerator, open the door and remove all food to a cool space.
b. Remove the freezer shelf.
c. Remove ice and frost, or let it melt naturally.
d. Clean up the remaining water with a clean soft cloth.
e. Put the food back inside the freezer. Power on again.
NOTE: If you want to speed up the defrosting process, put a bowl of hot water
on the rack and close the door. Do not use metal tools or electric heaters to
help defrost. This may damage the evaporator.
2. Cleaning
The inside of the refrigerator should be cleaned often.
a. Power off the appliance
b. Use a soft towel with water or mild, non-abrasive cleanser to scrub away
any food residue.
c. Wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
NOTE: Do not pour water onto the outer walls of the refrigerator, since this will
affect the insulation. Do not use hot water, acid, alkali, gasoline, benzene,
caustic cleanser, alcohol, or hard brushes to clean the plastic parts.
