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medium setting; correcting the temperature at a later
point would then be easier.
NOTE:
In generally a low to medium power level works best
for an optimized food storage. A high power level
also increases the energy consumption.
Storing food
NOTE: Recommendation!
To guarantee that the temperature is low enough,
you should pre-cool the appliance a few times before
initial loading foods.
CAUTION:
Always pay attention to the storage instructions on
the sales packaging.
The 4-star freezer allows you to store frozen food at
a temperature of ≤ -18°C for several months; to pro-
duce ice cubes and to freeze fresh food.
To avoid contamination of food, respect the following
instructions:
Opening the door for long periods can cause a
significant increase of the temperature in the
compartments of the appliance.
Clean regularly surfaces that can come in contact
with food and accessible drainage systems (see
“Cleaning and Maintenance”).
Store raw meat and fish in suitable containers in
the refrigerator, so that it is not in contact with or
drip onto other food.
If the appliance is out of use for long period, fol-
low the instructions under "Switching off".
Storage space
Depending on requirements, shelves/drawers (par-
tially and depending on model) can be adjusted in
height or removed to optimize the storage space.
NOTE:
For the most efficient use of energy, place all shel-
ves/drawers in their original position.
Freezing
Fresh food should be frozen as fast as possible to
the core. Therefore, during freezing operation, the
temperature of fresh food should be lowered as
fast as possible to keep formation of ice crystals
as little as possible and not to damage the food
structure.
Frozen food should be kept in contact with the
bottom of the compartment.
Keep a space between the individual items, so
that the cold air can circulate.
Storing frozen food
Packed frozen merchandise should be stored in a
4-star-freezer compartment in accordance with
the manufacturer’s data. Make sure the food
items do not defrost after purchase and to store
them as fast as possible in the freezer.
It is possible to store food for longer periods of
time, up to three months. This period might vary,
so observe the storage information on the pack-
aging of the merchandise.
Make sure that the temperature in the freezer
does not rise above -18°C. For this, the unit
should be defrosted regularly. A thick frozen layer
deteriorates the cooling and increases the power
consumption.
General safety precautions
Do not exceed the maximum freezing capacity.
Do not store bottles or cans. These can break
when the contents freeze – or even explode, if
they contain carbonated drinks.
Once products have been defrosted halfway or
completely, they should be consumed as soon as
possible and should not be frozen again, except
they have been processed to a ready meal.
Keep the appliance door closed in the event of a
power failure. Consider the information to the
-temperature rinse time- during which the device
content does not suffer any loss of quality.