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HOW TO OPERATE THE LOW TEMPERATURE
COMPARTMENT
The low temperature compartment is
, or
.
Compartments marked
can be used to store frozen
foods for the period of time indicated on packaging. If the
low temperature compartment is marked
, it can also
be used to freeze fresh food.
The quantity of fresh food that can be frozen in 24 hours is
shown on the rating plate.
Note:
In the event of a power cut, the low temperature compartment
will maintain a sufficiently low temperature for food storage.
However, it is advisable to avoid opening the compartment door
during such periods.
Freezing fresh food (only in compartments marked
)
Important
Before freezing, wrap and seal fresh food in: aluminium foil,
cling film, air and water-tight plastic bags, polythene containers
with lids or freezer containers suitable for freezing fresh food.
Arrange the fresh food in the top compartment, leaving
sufficient space around each pack for the air to circulate.
For optimum freezing, turn the thermostat down by half a point
when placing fresh foods in the freezer compartment.
The food will be completely frozen in 24 hours.
For appliances with compartments marked
The table alongside shows the recommended maximum
storage time for frozen fresh foods.
When purchasing frozen food products:
Ensure that the packaging is not damaged (frozen food in
damaged packaging may have deteriorated). If the package is
swollen or has damp patches, it may not have been stored
under optimal conditions and defrosting may have already
begun.
When shopping, leave frozen food purchases until last and
transport the products in a thermally insulated cool bag.
Place the items in the low temperature compartment as soon
as you get home.
If food has defrosted even partially, do not re-freeze it.
Consume within 24 hours.
Avoid, or reduce temperature variations to the minimum.
Respect the best-before date on the package.
Always observe the storage information on the package.
Making ice cubes
Fill the ice cube tray 2/3 full and place it in the low
temperature compartment.
Do not use sharp or pointed instruments to detach the tray if
it is stuck to the low temperature compartment bottom.
Bend the ice tray slightly to remove the cubes.
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