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Ice making
Fill the ice tray with fresh drinking water to just
below the top of each cube compartment and place
in the top compartment where it will freeze quickly.
To release the ice cubes. twist the ice tray along its
length and the cubes will come out. They can then
be stored in a container to use at a later date.
Thawing
Thaw frozen food in the fridge or at room
temperature, depending on the time available.
Some small items may be cooked from frozen, but
please allow extra time for cooking.
Any frozen food which has defrosted accidentally
should either be consumed as soon as possible or
thrown away. If the thawed food is uncooked and
has not been completely defrosted, it can be cooked
and refrozen.
DEFROSTED FOOD MUST
NEVER
BE
REFROZEN
Importants points to remenber...
DO...
* Label the food stored in your freezer, and use in
date order, ensuring that you are consuming food
at its best.
* Leave the door ajar when the freezer is not in
use.
DO NOT...
* Use a SHARP INSTRUMENT to remove ice and
frost.
Note
1. Do not place sealed containers of carbonated
liquids such as fizzy drinks into the freezer as it
creates pressure on the container which may
cause it to explode, resulting in damage to the
freezer.
2. Water ices and ice lollies should not be consumed
immediately after removal from the freezer as it
may result in low temperature skin abrasions.
Freezing fresh food
The maximum quantity of food you can freeze in 24
hours is 9 kg. Run for 3 - 4 hours before loading with
food. After 24 hours the food will be fully frozen.
Note
Aim to check dates on packets and rotate food
regularly. Although storage longer than
recommended is not harmful, flavours and textures
begin to deteriorate.
Warning
Do NOT remove items from the freezer if your
hands are damp/wet, as this could cause skin
abrasions or "frost/freezer" burns.
Helpful hints when buying food
1. Always ensure that fresh food you purchase is of
a good quality and in prime condition.
2. Shop at a reliable source and buy the "freshest"
looking packages; avoid shopworn labels or
produce covered in dust.
3. Avoid buying frozen food if you cannot store it
straight away. The use of insulated containers is
advisable. When you arrive home place the frozen
food in the freezer immediately.
