Telsa TS 8643, Instruction Booklet, Page: 14 / 40

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Freezer compartment
• The freezer compartment is used for freezing fresh food, for storing frozen foods for the
period of time indicated on packaging and for making ice cubes.
• Do not put fresh and warm foods in the freezer door shelves to be frozen. Only use the
door shelves for storing frozen foods.
• Do not put fresh and warm food next to frozen food as it can thaw the frozen food.
• Use the fast freezing shelf to freeze home cooking (and any other food which needs to
be frozen quickly) more quickly because of the freezing shelf’s greater freezing power.
• While freezing fresh foods (i.e. meat, fish and mincemeat) divide them in portions you
will use in a single serving.
• While freezing fresh foods, the maximum amount of fresh food (in kg) that can be frozen
in 24 hours is indicated on the appliance label.
• For optimum appliance performance to reach maximum freezing capacity, turn the
thermostat knob to the coldest setting 24 hours before placing fresh food into the
freezer.
• After placing fresh food into the freezer, having the thermostat knob set to the coldest
setting for 24 hours is generally sufficient. After 24 hours, you can reduce the thermostat
knob setting if required.
• Attention. To save energy, if you are only freezing small amounts of food, you do not
need to set the thermostat knob to the coldest setting.
• For storing frozen foods, the instructions shown on frozen food packages should always
be followed carefully. If no information is provided, food should not be stored for more
than 3 months from the purchased date.
• When buying frozen food ensure that these have been frozen at suitable temperatures
and that the packing is intact.
• Frozen food 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.
• If a package of frozen food shows the sign of humidity and abnormal swelling it is
probable that it has been previously stored at an unsuitable temperature and that the
contents have deteriorated.
• 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 packaging and never exceed the maximum storage life indicated.
In some models
: while loading the freezing compartment, do not load
above the the loading lines otherwise the door may not close correctly.
If the freezer compartment door does not close correctly, excess ice may
form in the freezer compartment. To prevent the problem recurring, clear
the ice and make sure that the door is fully closed.
Also, not closing the freezer and/or fridge compartment doors would
increase your energy consumption.