Making the best use of your Fridge
Note : Always use the handle provided to open the fridge door.
To ensure that your fridge operates as efficiently as possible :
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Follow food packaging “best before/use by” instructions or your suppliers
advice on a suitable maximum storage time.
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Keep foods covered to retain moisture and prevent flavour/odour
transference. Plastic bags, aluminium foil, plastic stretch wrap and containers
with lids are ideal.
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Avoid opening the doors unnecessarily or for longer than needed.
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Allow hot or warm food to cool down in covered containers before placing in
fridge, as placing hot food inside reduces efficiency.
Storing Food in a Fridge
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Pack and store cooked and fresh food separately.
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Wrap raw or defrosting meat and poultry in polythene or foil and store
below cooked foods and dairy products to avoid contamination of dripping
food juices.
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Wrap cheese in greaseproof paper and place in an airtight container or
polythene bag.
Bring to room temperature before consuming.
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Empty left over canned food into a covered storage containers before
placing in the fridge.
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Position food to allow cold air to circulate freely, ensuring nothing comes
into contact with the back of the fridge compartment, or covers the defrost
gutter drain hole below this.
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Use the different storage zones inside your fridge compartment to store a
wide variety of food items.
Useful Advice
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USEFUL AD
VICE
Microban® is a unique antibacterial technology which is built into interior
components of your fridge during manufacture. Microban® protects against growth
of potentially harmful and odour causing bacteria on the interior fridge surfaces,
thereby keeping your fridge fresher and more hygienically clean during use.
Microban® will not wash out or wear out and will provide continuous protection
against bacteria for the life of your fridge. Microban® technology has been proven
safe, durable and effective over many years of use in personal care and household
consumer products. In addition, Hotpoint operate a rigorous antibacterial testing
programme through approved independent testing laboratories.
Note : You should continue to clean your fridge as recommended (see CLEANING
& MAINTENANCE section). Microban® provides an extra level of hygiene
protection in your fridge in between cleanings.
